Sépaq | Plenty of activities to enjoy the summer

Summer is the perfect opportunity to take a break from everyday life and enjoy the benefits of nature. With many establishments offering activities accessible to everyone throughout Quebec, Sépaq (Société des établissements de plein air du Québec) is a must for recharging your batteries in the great outdoors. Here’s a look at some getaway ideas that will meet the different budgets and desires of vacationers.

In search of wonder

Rich in variety and unique in their kind, the fauna and flora of Quebec have something to amaze you. The vast network of hiking trails that Sépaq’s national parks have in store for you will allow you to indulge in animal and bird watching sessions. The lucky ones will even be able to contemplate rare species! Those who wish to enjoy a different panorama can do so by canoe or kayak, which are available for rental on site in most national parks. It is also possible to benefit from the knowledge of a naturalist guide by reserving an animated cruise on a riverboat in the Fjord-du-Saguenay and Hautes-Gorges-de-la-Rivière-Malbaie national parks. Don’t forget your binoculars! Finally, to fill up on landscapes, know that it is possible to rent bicycles in several national parks.

A thirst for discovery and learning

If you are one of those curious people who are keen to acquire new knowledge even during the holidays, the many discovery activities offered in the national parks will certainly appeal to you. No matter which national park you are in, you will discover a varied program of animated activities on site, such as guided hikes as well as talks to learn more about history, animals, plants and conservation. You will be able to interact with park wardens who are keen to share their passion with visitors and answer their questions about the ecosystems that surround us. For example, the Grands-Jardins National Park offers a guided hike to the edge of the taiga, while the Lac-Témiscouata National Park offers activities related to the history of indigenous peoples and archaeology. The Mont-Mégantic National Park, for its part, has activities on the program for an introduction to astronomy thanks to the ASTROLab.

The call of relaxation and swimming

Do your dream days consist of being able to stretch out the hours by comfortably settling into the sand or dipping your feet in the water? The Frontenac, Oka, Mont-Orford and Yamaska ​​national parks, as well as the Lac-Simon Tourist Centre and the Duchesnay Tourist Station, offer their customers welcoming beaches with children’s playgrounds nearby. This is ideal for relaxing with a good book while each member of the family has fun. To entertain the children while relaxing, it is also a good idea to take a detour to the water games at the Îles-de-Boucherville, Plaisance and Yamaska ​​national parks.