Gaspésie for the whole family
Enjoy the Simple Pleasures of a Family Vacation
In Gaspésie, family vacations mean freedom, discovery, and the joy of being together.
Run along the beaches, climb trails, explore lighthouses, or have a picnic with your feet in the sand or atop a scenic lookout. Every stop becomes an adventure suited to children, teens… and parents! Little ones marvel at a fossil, older kids paddle down a river or tackle an obstacle course. In winter, ski resorts and outdoor centers take over, creating new memories in the fresh air.
Whether you prefer the comfort of a chalet, the simplicity of a motel, or the atmosphere of a campground, everything is in place for memorable family moments. In Gaspésie, vacations are enjoyed fully and without hassle.
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Our Tips for Planning Your Family Vacation
Our Must-Do Experiences for a Family Vacation in Gaspésie
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Credit: CHOK ImagesExploramer
This museum invites you to explore the marine world from multiple perspectives through its aquarium park, exhibitions, boat trips, and fish-gathering activities. The touch pools offer an engaging challenge for the whole family. Who will dare to handle starfish, crabs, and sea cucumbers?
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Credit: Jérôme LandryBioparc de la Gaspésie
This wildlife park offers an immersive experience with nearly forty animal species living in their natural habitats. Children will love the insectarium, the petting farm, and the amphibian and reptile pavilion, which features an interactive exhibit on this fascinating world.
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Credit: Cime AventureCime Aventure
Whether by canoe or kayak, with or without experience, set out to explore Gaspésie’s crystal-clear rivers. Family-friendly routes, such as the “La Familiale” descent, allow you to paddle at your own pace, enjoy the scenery, picnic on a riverbank, and share a memorable family adventure.
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Via Ferrata de la chute à Philomène
This via ferrata, accessible from age 10, promises an exciting adventure! Between suspension bridges, beams, trails, and a zipline overlooking a waterfall, every stage is a challenge. For a first experience, choose the shorter route with just the bridge and zipline.
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Credit: Roger St-LaurentWharf Fishing
A favorite activity for many locals, fishing from the wharves is a great way to meet people from the area. Free and requiring no fishing license, it’s fun for both kids and adults. Bring your own gear or rent it on-site from some accommodations, then cast your line into the water!
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Plan Your Family Winter Vacation
In Gaspésie, winter with the family is all about the great outdoors. Small-scale ski resorts, natural snow, tubing hills, skating rinks, and snowshoe trails await you. Comfortable chalets and hotels with pools welcome you to extend the fun after a day outside. Perfect for the holiday season, March break, or a weekend getaway.
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Beaches
In every season, Gaspésie’s beaches offer direct access to the sea and tranquility.
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Fauna
From the coast to the mountains, Gaspésie’s wildlife reveals itself—wild and fascinating.
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Outdoor Activities
A four-season outdoor destination between sea and mountains, where you can enjoy your favorite activities.
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Traveling with your dog
Accommodations, parks, and patios welcome your dog so you can enjoy the region together.
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