Lac Taureau and Lac Archambault cruises in Saint-Donat

Cruise Lac Taureau
Discover Lac Taureau, a 95 km2 body of water bordered by several sandy beaches, numerous islands, a hydroelectric dam and typical boreal forest flora and fauna. Rich in history, our guided cruises will also give you a glimpse into the cultural heritage of Haute-Matawinie.

You'll travel aboard a 35-passenger Explorathor bateau-mouche called the Saindon. The bateau-mouche is fully windowed, giving you a 360-degree panoramic view at all times. Our bateau-mouche features a removable staircase at the front of the boat, allowing you to dock and disembark at the islands!

Cruise Lac Taureau

Discover Lac Taureau, a 95 km2 body of water bordered by several sandy beaches, numerous islands, a hydroelectric dam and typical boreal forest flora and fauna. Rich in history, our guided cruises will also give you a glimpse into the cultural heritage of Haute-Matawinie.

• Cruise to the Village Island: a rendez-vous with the history of Saint-Ignace-du-Lac, a dynamic village where 700 inhabitants lived and were deported to the four corners of Quebec because the village was flooded in 1931 for the construction of a hydroelectric dam, which led to the creation of Lac Taureau. You will dock directly on the beach to visit the island and its ruins before returning to your departure point. Animated cruise.
• Historical cruise: aboard the Le Saindon cruise ship, take a two-hour plunge into the rich history of Saint-Michel-des-Saints. What better way to discover the area than on a cruise, where forestry has long been the region's economic engine.Animated cruise.
• Cruise to the Taureau Lake Dam : Cruise directly to the dam and cross the entire lake.  Along the way, admire the beaches, islands, winged fauna and the surrounding nature until you reach this impressive hydroelectric structure. Animated cruise.

Cruise Saint-Donat: 

Cruise Saint-Donat: Discover Lac Archambault and admire the most beautiful autumn panoramas aboard the Saindon for a 90-minute guided cruise that offers a glimpse of Saint-Donat's historical heritage. With a surface area of nearly 14 km2, Lac Archambault is one of the most famous bodies of water north of Montreal. Departures are from the Parc des Pionniers in the heart of the village. You'll find children's playgrounds, picnic tables, ample parking, and hiking and mountain biking trails. You'll travel aboard a flyboat-style Explorathor, fully windowed for 360-degree panoramic views at all times. The boat seats 35 people.

Available August 17 through October 15, 2024