Sail past the iconic Percé Rock — one of the world's largest natural arches — then land on Bonaventure Island to walk among 116,000 nesting Northern Gannets in one of North America's most spectacular seabird colonies. Utterly unforgettable.
What to expect
The 90-minute boat circuit circumnavigates Percé Rock, pausing beneath the soaring arch before docking at Bonaventure Island. A 4 km trail leads through dense forest and suddenly opens onto a cliff-top teeming with tens of thousands of gannets — a wall of white wings, constant noise, and the briny smell of wild ocean. Rangers and bilingual naturalists add context that turns a scenic walk into a genuine wildlife encounter. Return boats run frequently so you control your pace on the island.
Good to know
Percé is roughly 75 km (1 hr) from the Gaspé cruise pier — pre-arrange a private transfer or taxi. First boats depart ~8 AM; last return ~5 PM, leaving comfortable buffer before all-aboard. Pre-book tickets online, as summer crossings sell out weeks ahead.
Sail there
Luxury cruises that call at Gaspe — book through us, the fare is identical and your concierge stays on your side.