Whale photo workshop with Jocelyn Praud
Come discover the secrets of wildlife photography at sea with wildlife photographer Jocelyn Praud. With over 10 years of experience with whales and the St. Lawrence River, Jocelyn will share with you the tips and techniques he's developed over time to capture these giants of the sea. The St. Lawrence River is home to a wide variety of marine mammals. During this workshop, you might spot and photograph minke whales, humpback whales, fin whales, blue whales, harbor porpoise, beluga whales, as well as several species of seals and migratory birds.
The workshop will begin with a one-hour theoretical session on photographic techniques adapted to maritime conditions: we will cover the challenges related to the boat and the animals, as well as the settings and equipment to use in the field. This will be followed by a two-hour zodiac outing, limited to eight participants. Accompanied by an experienced captain, you will have the opportunity to put your skills and learning into practice to photograph these animals that we appreciate so much, at the end of the day, in order to maximize the chances of obtaining the most beautiful light possible.
Important: A minimum of 5 people is required for the workshop to take place. Be sure to reserve your spot to guarantee the event.
Available dates
June 21, 2025
July 26, 2025
August 30, 2025
Workshop Information:
- Number of participants: 8 maximum
- Included: Theoretical training on marine mammal photography techniques, cruise ticket, and support during the cruise
- Duration: Theoretical training (approximately 1 hour), zodiac cruise (2 hours)
-Minimum suggested equipment: SLR or mirrorless camera body with 200mm to 500mm telephoto lens
- Level : Open to all levels!
- Boat: 12-seater Zodiac, entirely reserved for the photo workshop
- Price : $250 + taxes
- Location: Boarding at Les Escoumins, at Du Fleuve, 31 rue des Pilotes
- Time: 4:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. (4:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m.: theoretical workshop, 6 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.: zodiac cruise)
Your Guide: Jocelyn Praud
Jocelyn Praud has been practicing wildlife photography for over 15 years. Passionate about the marine world and whales, he has specialized in marine mammal photography in recent years. Thanks to his experience, he has developed techniques to maximize his chances of capturing stunning images of these beloved animals. You can discover his work by clicking here.
Please note:
Whale sightings are not guaranteed! While it is extremely rare to miss seeing marine mammals during a trip, conditions may make whales difficult to observe or may not be ideal for photography. It's important to remember that we are in a natural environment with wild animals, and it's impossible to predict in advance what we might see.
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Hours
Meet 30 minutes before your departure at 31 rue des Pilotes in Les Escoumins
Clothing
Dress warmly. It’s cold on the river, even in the middle of a heatwave! We also lend you coats suitable for sea excursions.
Weather report
We go out in all weathers... or almost. If the captains consider the conditions to be risky, the excursion will be postponed or refunded.
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Full payment upon booking
15 days or more before the activity: 5% of the total reservation amount is charged, the rest is refunded.
From 8 to 14 days before the activity: 50% of the total amount of the reservation is charged, the rest is refunded.
7 days or less before the activity; 100% of the reservation is charged.
Du Fleuve and its employees reserve the right to cancel a cruise at any time for safety reasons due to weather conditions. If the cancellation is made by Du Fleuve and its employees, the refund is full.
Weather conditions greatly influence the safety and success of a whale watching cruise.
For this reason, the Du Fleuve team reserves the right to cancel cruises if they fear that adverse weather conditions could present a risk to the safety of passengers.
