Havre-Saint-Pierre Cruise Port
Havre-Saint-Pierre, Canada · Other
Cruise ships dock at Wharf 2 (Quai no 2), Havre-Saint-Pierre.
Plan my port daysSmall North-Shore port; the village is a 5-minute walk, and boats run from the marina to the Mingan Archipelago's monolith islands.
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Port summary
Ships dock at Wharf 2 (or on busy days tender to the marina) a 5-minute walk from the village; the star attraction is a boat trip out to the Mingan Archipelago's limestone monoliths, with the village, its Parks Canada centre and waterfront all walkable.
Cruise dock
Wharf 2 (Quai no 2)
Working wharf where mid-size cruise ships berth, ~5 min walk from the village; larger vessels anchor and tender to the marina. Approx coord — exact berth not OSM-tagged.
Latitude: 50.236756, Longitude: -63.608586
See dock on port map →Getting to Havre-Saint-Pierre
From the cruise terminal to the city centre
Map & things to do
Money & payments
Cards work in the village; carry some cash for boat crews, craft stalls or a tip in this remote spot.
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Excursions compared
4 comparedMingan Archipelago monoliths cruise: Quarry and Niapiskau islands
≈ 4.5 h · sold by 4 cruise lines
Cruise line
€150$168
Do it yourself
€102$114
Save ≈ €48Save ≈ $54 (32% off)
Book the same local operator the lines use, Services Maritimes Boreale, direct for about C$153/€102 for the 4.5-hour Quarry-and-Niapiskau tour; boats leave the marina a 5-minute walk from Wharf 2. Park admission can be free in peak summer, but the boat is the real cost. Reserve ahead, as sailings are timed and sell out on cruise days.
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Sea-kayak adventure among the Mingan islands
≈ 4 h · sold by 2 cruise lines
Cruise line
€100$112
Do it yourself
€97$109
Save ≈ €3Save ≈ $3 (3% off)
Book the local outfitter Noryak Aventures direct for a guided Havre-Saint-Pierre paddle at about C$137/€92; basic kayak training is included and the route is set on the day by wind and sea. It is a longer, active outing, so it suits a longer call; the base is a short walk or taxi from the wharf.
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Ready-made port days
7 plansThe Monolith Classic
The must-do boat tour to Quarry and Niapiskau islands — limestone sea stacks, a Parks Canada guide, and the reason your ship stopped here.
Puffins & the Eastern Archipelago
A zodiac ride to Petite Île au Marteau for close-up Atlantic puffin viewing — the park's best-kept wildlife spectacle, available only in early summer.
Sea Kayak Among the Islands
A guided paddle through the sheltered waters off Havre-Saint-Pierre — monoliths, seals and sea caves from water level.
Village Heritage & North Shore Seafood
The whole story of Havre-Saint-Pierre on foot: Acadian heritage, a little culture house, and the freshest snow crab lunch on the coast.
Frequently asked questions
- Where does my cruise ship dock in Havre-Saint-Pierre?
- Your ship docks directly at the Havre-Saint-Pierre cruise terminal in Canada.
- Can I walk from the cruise port into Havre-Saint-Pierre?
- Yes. Havre-Saint-Pierre is walkable from the cruise port — many cruisers reach the city centre on foot.
- How do I get from the cruise port to Havre-Saint-Pierre centre?
- Typical options include On foot, Ferry, Car rental, Taxi. Durations and costs are listed in the transport section above.
- How much time do I need in Havre-Saint-Pierre?
- Plan for at least 3.5 hours ashore to see Havre-Saint-Pierre independently and return to the ship with a safe buffer.
- What currency is used in Havre-Saint-Pierre and are cards accepted?
- Havre-Saint-Pierre uses the Canadian Dollar. Carry some cash for markets, taxis, and smaller vendors — cards aren't accepted everywhere.
- Is there Wi-Fi at the cruise port?
- Wi-Fi isn't reliably available at the Havre-Saint-Pierre cruise terminal. Consider a local SIM or your cruise line's data package.
- When should I be back at the ship?
- Cruise lines usually require all passengers on board about 30 minutes before scheduled departure. Confirm the exact all-aboard time on your daily programme.
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