Harp Seal watching is the major Winter activity on the Îles de la Madeleine and is unique in the world! It allows you to observe harp seals in their natural habitat on the ice floes around the Islands. Worth discovering!
A unique experience
Harp seals come around the islands to give birth. Go and meet them will change your life.
Every year at the beginning of March, hundreds of thousands of Harp Seals come to the ice floes around the Islands when it is time for the birth of their young, which are called "whitecoats". The sight of this immense herd spread out over the endless fields of ice and snow is truly awe-inspiring. Discover the Islands in their winter garb.
Visual Wonders
Enjoy the peace of the ice, the silence of winter broken by the singing of the seals and their pups all around you. You will never live such an experience!
Many travel professionals are promoting the Îles de la Madeleine and seal observation packages outside Canada. To find a travel agent near you, please consult the list made up by Le Québec maritime!
Take a look at other activities in our Winter Fun section.
It is strongly suggested to have your accommodation confirmation as well as a travel solution at your destination before booking your transportation to the Îles de la Madeleine. Select travel and accommodation
