The Saguenay fjord, a jewel of southern Quebec, offers a unique underwater experience. Its waters, initially bright, quickly plunge into darkness, revealing a surprisingly rich and complex ecosystem. From microscopic fauna to majestic cetaceans, this fjord is a true crucible of life, where freshwater meets the ocean.
An exceptional site shaped by history
Located 500 km northeast of Montreal, the Saguenay fjord is a grand waterway framed by dizzying cliffs. Whether exploring its shores by kayak, motorboat, or on foot, its underwater richness often remains unsuspected. Commander Cousteau’s team explored these depths in the 1980s aboard a diving saucer during a Calypso expedition that led them to the Great Lakes (1).
To learn more, watch the documentary « From the Open Sea to the Great Lakes » available here: https://youtu.be/h349noHosvQ. This film recounts the journey of the Calypso team as they search for explorers who opened a new continent to Europeans. Cousteau and his team assess the changes that have occurred on the shores and under the waters after four centuries of intensive human occupation.
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