Gaspé Navigation Guide

Gaspésie offers 3 port options

Mountain

Anchorage in Gaspé

The pier offers breathtaking views of the bay and downtown Gaspé. Just a short walk from the docks is the cruise terminal, where excursion buses arrive and tourist information is available. With a map in hand, visitors can stroll through the town to explore points of interest that tell the story of the Mi'gmaq First Nations, as well as the activities of the Irish, French, and English in the region since Jacques Cartier's arrival in 1534. Cruise Terminal Tourist Information 15-minute walk from downtown Gaspé (1.1 km)

Tidal movement:

1.9 m /6.2 ft

Pilots:

Upon request

Tendering:

Distance to tender landing dock:
1.6 km / 1 mile
Speed limit near the marina:
5 km/h

Landing docks:

Latitude:
48°49’42.0″N / 48.828340
Longitude:
64°28’41.2″W / -64.478123
Minimum depth:
4.6 m
Two gangways leading to shore (wheelchair accessible)
Landing dock dimensions:
83 meters long by 5 meters wide 
and 53 cm above water level.
Number of tenders available on site:
N/A
2 passenger gangways – capable of taking out a large volume in a short time.
Distances between mooring bollards:
4.5 meters between each, 21 in total – 
can be quickly adjusted as needed with the first tender.
Exclusive use of quay during stopover:
yes
Downtown shuttle:
we can offer a shuttle service with a guide on board 
(cost varies according to availability and your needs)
Unload their own bikes:
yes, this is possible.
Reception building:
not exclusive, but team adjustment for welcoming.
Cruise line welcome kit:
yes, we’re used to companies setting up their 
own welcome kiosks + welcome drinks and snacks. 
But we like to favor the use of local restaurants for meals during the call to maximize local benefits.
Walking distance from tender boat 
to excursion transportation:
100 m
Distance from cruise terminal to town:
1km /.05 miles

Tender Port Area Port is certified 
ISPS Secure anchorage position:

Latitude:
48o 50’ 11.7”N / 48.836588
Longitude :
64o 27’ 06.2”/ -64,451723
Many safe anchoring points are indicated on the Canadian Hydrographic Services charts:
#4416 & 4485.
Minimum depth of anchorage:
15 meters (49 feet)
Type of bottom:
Sand, clay, no rocks
Dominant winds:
east/west, average 12 to 18 knots
General slope:
No major slope, even bottom

Drone:

There are no specific restrictions at the marina, but it is prohibited at the dock (with the possibility of requesting authorization from the harbour master – Lise Nadeau).

You must also comply with the regulations at: https://tc.canada.ca/en/aviation/drone-safety

If you need to film with a drone during a stopover, we have a professional available on-site who can offer this service (for a fee). He has all the necessary permits and a good knowledge of the local area for flying in our region.

Useful information

Capacity:
700 people with 15 buses.
We have 15 guides available for tours of the destination in French and English.
The most popular attractions are:
- Gespeg Mi'gmaq Interpretation Site
- Forillon National Park
- Percé Rock
- Cap-des-Rosiers Lighthouse; the tallest in Canada

Sandy Beach Dock Gaspé

Landing docks:

Length (LOA)
185 m
Depth:
10.5 m minimum
Tidal movement:
1.9 m
Marine references:
Charts # 4416 & # 4485 (Canadian Hydrographic Service)
Latitude:
48 50’ N / Longitude: 64 29’ W
The dock is located 4 km from downtown Gaspé. A shuttle is available for passengers:
8-minute drive

Port services

- Pilots available, but not mandatory
- Fuel by truck
- Fresh water by truck
- Minor repairs available

Anchorage in Percé

Located at the tip of the Gaspé Peninsula, Percé offers various activities and places to visit, such as Bonaventure Island and Percé Rock National Park, the Percé UNESCO Global Geopark, and seal diving. The ship will dock near the village center, where you can enjoy a pleasant stroll past restaurants, cafes, and craft shops.

More than 700 passengers per activity.

Landing docks :

Length (LOA)
230 m
Tidal movement :
1.9 m
Latitude:
48° 31′ 15.8″ / Longitude :-64° 12′ 43.3″
Walk from downtown Percé (0.4 km)
6 minutes

Contact us

direction.adjointe@destinationgaspe.ca
+1 (581) 887-1777
8 Marina Street, Office 1, Gaspé, Quebec, Canada, G4X 3B1

Gaspé: A Sustainable Destination

Sustainable development at the heart of our destination
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Escale Gaspé is committed to making sustainable development a central and cross-cutting element of its strategic planning. It aligns with Cruise the Saint Lawrence's Sustainable Development Strategy and shares its vision for the Saint Lawrence destination.

The cruise industry contributes to the socio-economic vitality of Quebec and its regions, while also participating in the preservation and regeneration of ecosystems. The Saint Lawrence destination offers a positive-impact, human, and sustainable experience, building bridges between visitors and host communities, maritime, tourism, and scientific stakeholders.

Escale Gaspé has taken action in recent years regarding sustainable tourism development. It has equipped its cruise terminal with waste sorting stations and a boutique showcasing local products. It also broadcasts educational content on sustainable and responsible tourism for cruise passengers via a screen located in its terminal.

The organization also launched its very first stakeholder consultation forum in spring 2025, regularly participates in the sustainable tourism best practices sharing community 'Les Courants Durables du Saint-Laurent', and is involved in a social acceptability campaign led by Cruise the Saint Lawrence.

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