

Best for beginner divers, shore entry, mild current.
Anse du Quai is a sheltered cove located in the Saguenay Fjord, Canada, providing a calmer entry point than the open river. This site is best explored at high tide when the water covers the rocky flats. It is suitable for beginners, offering shore access for snorkelling. Conditions vary, with visibility ranging from 5 to 25 metres and mild currents. Water temperatures are cold, fluctuating between 0°C and 11°C throughout the year, necessitating appropriate thermal protection. Facilities at the site include parking and toilets. Typical sessions last approximately 45 minutes.
47.76850, -69.61120
The marina is a tidal harbour and there is no water at low tide.
Located at the pointe de Rivière-du-Loup at the mouth of the river, west of the ferry dock.
Recorded at this site
Visibility
5-25m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Shore
Water Temp
0-11°C
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
45 min
Best Time
May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct
Yes, the site is suitable for beginners, offering a sheltered cove with a relatively calm entry point.
Anse du Quai is a shore entry site.
Yes, the site is used for snorkelling, though it has a snorkel rating of 2/5.
The water is cold, with temperatures ranging from 0°C in February to 11°C in July and August, requiring appropriate thermal protection.
The primary hazards at this site are the cold water and sharp coral.
A drysuit recommended is recommended for diving at Anse du Quai in Riviere-du-Loup. Water temperatures reach up to 11°C.
The best months to visit Anse du Quai in Riviere-du-Loup are May, June, July, August, September, and October. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.