Horticultural enthusiasts will enjoy visiting the gardens of Bas-Saint-Laurent, which are mainly located in the Témiscouata, Kamouraska and Trois-Pistoles areas. Admire the plants and flowers as you walk through the gardens and pause at the rest areas for a view of a lake or the St. Lawrence.

The Reford Gardens are a must-see attraction in Gaspésie, but there are also natural sites worth visiting in Matane and Maria. Time your visit so you can also take in the annual International Garden Festival, which presents innovative contemporary gardens.

Côte-Nord is home to many places where you can fill up on nature, including islands, nature parks, waterfalls and canyons. On the agenda: relaxing, hiking and observing local flora and fauna, including whales and hundreds of species of birds.

Take advantage of a day outdoors to visit sites that harbour distinctive flora and fauna, such as the Pointe de l'Est National Wildlife Area and Brion Island. You can also take part in a sea excursion to Rocher aux Oiseaux (Bird Rock), which has been a bird sanctuary since 1919.