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Is it necessary to reserve accommodations ahead of time?
It is recommended to reserve your accommodation (hotel, motel, bed and breakfast) for the peak period of July and August. It is strongly recommended to reserve cottages and vacation homes in advance as availability is limited.
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Is it necessary to reserve the boat tour of the Parc de L’Île Bonaventure-et-du-Rocher-Percé ahead of time?
No, it is not necessary to reserve the boat tour of the Parc de L’Île Bonaventure-et-du-Rocher-Percé ahead of time. Departures are available on the hour and the half hour from the wharf in Perce .
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What is the distance between Montreal and Perce?
Approximately 1046 km by the Southern sector and 1090 km by the Northern sector.
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How may I access the region if I do not have a vehicle?
Various airlines offer connections to the Gaspesie from major cities in Quebec. Regular bus service to the Gaspesie is offered year round. VIA Rail offers connections to the Gaspesie several times weekly. A cruise/ferry service is offered, with departures from Montreal, destination Chandler (Gaspesie), from May to October.
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Which hotels are located seaside, and which are located in the center of town?
Most of the hotels in Perce(Village) are located fairly close to the center of town. Other hotels are found within a short walking distance of the town center. Hotels located seaside have odd-numbered addresses.
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Is is recommended to arrive by the Northern or Southern sectors of the Gaspesie?
The Gaspe Peninsula begins in Sainte-Flavie, where the route 132 splits to form an itinerary loop of approximately 885 km. It is at this specific point that you must choose your route, either the South Tour of the North Tour. Whatever your decision may be, all through your journey you are sure to find the most diversified and picturesque sea and mountain landscapes, valleys, bays, and coastlines.
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Are domestic animals permitted in national and provincial parks?
Domestic animals kept on a leash are permitted in Forillon National Park. No animals are allowed in the Parc de la Gaspésie and the Parc de l’Île Bonaventure-et-du-Rocher-Percé.