This 7-day hiking tour follows the 105-kilometer Traversée de Charlevoix trail, starting in Saint-Urbain and ending in La Malbaie. The route passes through some of Quebec’s most remote and scenic areas, with diverse landscapes including mountains, forests, rivers, and waterfalls. Each day involves moderate to challenging hikes, with elevations reaching up to 860 meters. At night, participants stay in mountain refuges equipped with basic amenities, where guides prepare meals. Gear and food are transported between refuges, allowing hikers to carry only daypacks. This tour offers an immersive experience in Charlevoix’s natural beauty, ideal for those with a passion for the outdoors.
Charlevoix Traverse Trek
This 7-day hiking tour follows the 105-kilometer Traversée de Charlevoix trail, starting in Saint-Urbain and ending in La Malbaie. The route passes through some of Quebec’s most remote and scenic areas, with diverse landscapes including mountains, forests, rivers, and waterfalls. Each day involves moderate to challenging hikes, with elevations reaching up to 860 meters. At night, participants stay in mountain refuges equipped with basic amenities, where guides prepare meals. Gear and food are transported between refuges, allowing hikers to carry only daypacks. This tour offers an immersive experience in Charlevoix’s natural beauty, ideal for those with a passion for the outdoors.
Hike along the stunning 105-km Traversée de Charlevoix trail, featuring panoramic mountain views, lush forests, and pristine rivers.
Rest each night in cozy mountain refuges, where your guide will prepare hearty meals for a relaxing end to each day.
Explore diverse landscapes, from alpine peaks and cascading waterfalls to tranquil lakes and the Malbaie River valley.
Enjoy a hassle-free adventure as your gear is transported between refuges, allowing you to hike with only a light daypack.
Trip map for Charlevoix Traverse Trek
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Depart from Quebec City at 8:30 a.m. and head toward Saint-Urbain. After a stop at the crossing office for final preparations, begin your hike to the Écureuil refuge, arriving in the afternoon. An optional bus departure from Montreal is available, with pick-up at the Quebec City downtown station.
Start the day on flat terrain, then gradually ascend along the mountainside. Follow the Gouffre River and choose between a flat riverside trail or a steeper expert trail to climb Mont des Morios. End the day at the Marmotte refuge by the river.
Hike to the summit of La Noyée mountain for panoramic views of the Charlevoix region, then descend into the valley to the La Chouette refuge, situated near a tranquil lake surrounded by fir trees.
Descend into a scenic valley during a hike through Hautes-Gorges de la Rivière Malbaie National Park. Enjoy breathtaking landscapes as you arrive at the Geai Bleu refuge, perched on a cliff along the Malbaie River.
Embark on an uphill hike to reach the Coyotte refuge. The trail features serene landscapes and offers a chance to relax in the wilderness.
Experience alternating uphill and downhill sections on this 18 km hike. Enjoy picturesque landscapes and pick fresh blueberries along the way before arriving at the Épervier refuge.
Conclude the adventure with a final hike to Mont Grand-Fonds, followed by a descent to civilization. On the way back to Quebec City, enjoy a well-deserved gourmet stop.
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This is a fixed-departure tour where you would be joining a group. The prices below are per person.
| Start | Finish | Duration | Places Left | Price | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
2025-08-24 Quebec City 7 days / 4 Spaces Left | 2025-08-30 Quebec City | 7 | 4 | $1,750USD |
Meals
6 breakfasts, 7 lunches, and 6 dinners are included.
Accommodations
Accommodations for 6 nights are included.
Transportation during the Tour
This tour includes round-trip transportation from Quebec City. Equipment and luggage transfers between overnight locations are included too.
Also included
- Supervision by an adventure guide
- Telescopic poles
- Camping equipment (if necessary): sleeping bag, bag sheet, duffle bag
- Group equipment: kitchen, stove, shelter, first aid kit, satellite messenger
- All meals and snacks (except in the restaurant)
Not Included
- Day backpack (30 to 50 L)
- Personal effects (a list will be sent to you)
- 5% GST (Goods and Services Tax)
- Your personal expenses
- Your favorite snacks
- Personal insurance
- Tips for guides
- Transportation to Quebec City
Accommodation for Charlevoix Traverse Trek
The accommodation for this tour is based in various refuges along the route. The standard rooms are dormitories. These refuges provide basic amenities, cozy communal spaces.
How hard is the Charlevoix Traverse Trek?
We rate the difficulty of this tour as 4 / 5. It requires a moderate level of physical fitness. Daily hikes range from 8 to 20 km, with elevation changes of up to 860 meters. Participants should be comfortable with uneven terrain, sustained physical activity, and hiking for several hours each day in varying weather conditions.
Do I need a visa to travel to Canada?
Check with your local country about visa requirements. You could also try this website, though you should verify with your government.
Are meals included on the Charlevoix Traverse Trek?
6 breakfasts, 7 lunches, and 6 dinners are included.
Do I need insurance?
Yes, it is mandatory to have health and medical insurance to join this trip, and your insurance should cover activities listed in this itinerary.
Is the Charlevoix Traverse Trek in English?
Yes, the tour guide is English-speaking.
Do I need special vaccines to travel to Canada?
Check with your family doctor.
Are there any travel restrictions for Canada?
Please check with your local government about travel restrictions before you book your tour. This map from the US Department of State provides an overview of the current status in countries around the globe. The UK‘s Foreign Office and Government of Canada also provide advice on foreign travel. Note that the travel advice may change depending on your nationality.
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