Adventure in Jacques Cartier National Park

  • Day 1: Hiking and Canoeing on Cap au Leste Trail
    1 hour 20 minutes (68 km) from Quebec City

    Embark on a scenic hike through the Canadian wilderness on the Cap au Leste Trail. Start by canoeing across a stunning lake and then trek through the forested mountains to reach a stunning panoramic view of the Jacques Cartier Valley.

  • Day 2: Whitewater Rafting on Jacques-Cartier River
    20 minutes (14 km) from Cap au Leste Trail

    Get your adrenaline pumping as you tackle the rapids of Jacques-Cartier River on a whitewater rafting adventure. This thrilling experience is a favorite of adventure junkies.

  • Day 3: Ziplining on AcroPark
    35 minutes (28 km) from Jacques-Cartier River

    Take on an aerial challenge on the AcroPark Zipline, an exciting rope course with breathtaking views. Climb ropes, ride ziplines, and balance across obstacles high above the ground.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Cap au Leste Trail (3-4 hours, free)
  • Whitewater Rafting on Jacques-Cartier River (2-3 hours, $100)
  • Ziplining on AcroPark (2-3 hours, $60)
  • Total Estimated Costs: $160

Transportation

You will need a car to get around Jacques Cartier National Park. Car rental options are available at Quebec City Airport. The estimated travel cost is around $80 for 3 days. The driving time between the destinations in this itinerary is around 2 hours in total.

Useful Tips

If you have more time, consider exploring other hiking trails in Jacques Cartier National Park, such as the Grande Boucle Trail. If you have less time, skip the ziplining adventure and spend more time exploring the park. Bring comfortable hiking shoes and clothes for all three days of adventure.

Airports

Quebec City's Jean-Lesage International Airport (YQB) is the closest airport to Jacques Cartier National Park, about 30 miles away. The airport is served by major airlines such as Air Canada, American Airlines, and Delta. A taxi from the airport to the city center takes approximately 30 minutes and costs about $40.

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