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YPN → YGV
Which side of the plane to sit from Port Menier Airport (Port Menier) to Havre St Pierre Airport (Havre-Saint-Pierre)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior perspective of the Mingan Archipelago National Park Reserve, featuring its iconic limestone monoliths and scattered islands during the approach into Havre-Saint-Pierre.
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Mingan Archipelago
A stunning chain of over 1,000 islands and islets stretching along the mainland coast.
Limestone Monoliths
Unique 'flowerpot' rock formations carved by erosion, visible on the shores of the islands.
Île aux Perroquets
A small island featuring a historic lighthouse and a known sanctuary for Atlantic Puffins.
Havre-Saint-Pierre
Clear views of the town's harbor, titanium mining facilities, and residential grid upon final approach.
The approach into Havre-Saint-Pierre is very short; ensure your camera is ready as soon as the aircraft levels off from its initial climb. Morning flights provide the best lighting for the limestone formations, highlighting the contrast between the white rock and the dark green trees.
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Anticosti Wilderness
Dense boreal forests and peatlands of western Anticosti Island immediately after takeoff.
Gulf of St. Lawrence
A vast expanse of deep blue water where the Jacques Cartier Strait meets the open gulf.
Baie-Sainte-Claire
Aerial views of the historic settlement site at the western tip of the island.
Whale Watching
The waters between the island and mainland are frequent feeding grounds for minke and fin whales.
Watch the coastline immediately after departure for the distinct transition from forest to rocky shore. During the short 20-minute crossing, look for white caps in the water which may indicate marine mammal activity, especially between June and September.
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Get eSIMs for CanadaDistance: 69 km (43 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 7 min
Departure: YPN (49.83639907836914, -64.28859710693361)
Arrival: YGV (50.28189849853515, -63.61140060424805)
Route Type: Domestic
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