Guided Zodiac Tour Under the Iconic Bridges
Basse-Ville, Quebec City
Skip the big cruise ships. Feel the raw power of the St. Lawrence - one of the world's great rivers - under Quebec City's iconic bridges. Max 10 passengers, bilingual guides. Dare to feel it.
Québec City Zodiac Boat Tour on the St. Lawrence River
This Zodiac boat tour departs from the Yacht Club de Québec and suits visitors seeking a unique water-level perspective of Quebec City’s landmarks and river history.
Highlights
- Sail under the Québec Bridge and Pierre Laporte Bridge
- Explore Bassin Louise, the historic inner harbor of Quebec City
- View Château Frontenac and the city’s fortifications from the water
- Experience the power of the St. Lawrence River firsthand
- Depart from the Yacht Club de Québec on a 10-passenger Zodiac boat
Description
The best way to see Quebec City is from the water, with the city’s cliffs, ancient fortifications, and Château Frontenac rising above the St. Lawrence River.
Your adventure begins at the Yacht Club de Québec, founded in 1861. Certified bilingual captains welcome you aboard the Orca, a semi-rigid Zodiac boat. After a safety briefing and life jacket fitting, you set off to discover Quebec City’s shoreline from an exclusive viewpoint.
The St. Lawrence River is a powerful, complex waterway shaped by tides and currents. Your bilingual guide shares stories about the river’s history and maritime significance in an engaging conversation rather than a formal lecture.
Passing beneath the Québec Bridge and Pierre Laporte Bridge offers a rare and impressive vantage point unavailable to large vessels. This close-up view highlights the scale and engineering of these iconic structures.
The tour continues into Bassin Louise, Quebec City’s historic inner harbor once frequented by tall ships. Accessible only to small boats, this quiet harbor is framed by old city walls, revealing a unique waterfront experience.
The tour concludes back at the Yacht Club de Québec, leaving guests with a new appreciation of the city’s relationship with the St. Lawrence River.
Includes
- Certified bilingual guide (French and English)
- Safety briefing before departure
- Life jacket for all passengers
- Small group experience – maximum 10 passengers
- Tailored experience for your comfort
- Warm blankets on board
Excludes
- Food and beverages
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- No restroom on board (restroom available in marina building)
- Gratuities
Important Information
- Duration on water: 2 to 2.5 hours (allow up to 3 hours total)
- Departure point: Yacht Club de Québec, 1225 boulevard Champlain, Québec, QC G1K 0A2
- Dress in layers — temperatures on the water are cooler than on land
- Accessible by bus (Route 400, weekends May–September), bike, taxi, or car (free parking available)
- Minimum age: 6 years (reduced rate for children 6–15)
- Maximum capacity: 10 passengers
- Weather-dependent; full refund if canceled due to weather
Cancellation Policy
Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund.
