Timeline
18:45
Pick up your kayak gear and head to the Cap-aux-Os headquarters. The 'Ride with the Seals' excursion departs at 5 PM, which aligns perfectly with the late July sunset. Arrive early to secure your spot and get fitted.
19:45
Board the kayak and set off toward the Forillon seal colonies. You will be out on the water as the golden light begins to fade, giving you a calm, scenic approach to the main event.
20:15
Watch the sun set toward the NW. The water reflects the fading light as you paddle near the seal colonies. This is the peak moment of the excursion.
Local tip
The 'Ride with the Seals' excursion is suitable for all skill levels and runs four times daily. In July, the sunset is late, so the 5 PM departure is ideal. Check the website for detailed pricing and family discounts.
Check before you go
- The 5 PM kayak excursion is the one to book for the sunset.
- Adults pay $45 for the 'Ride with the Seals' trip.
- Sunset in mid-July is at 20:15 local time.
Built from places in the Wikivoyage guide to Gaspé (CC BY-SA 4.0), with open map data from OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL).