Duration : 2 to 3 hours
Forall ages
Season: April to October
from$15/person
Located directly on the regional road!!
Sift your bag of sand through our mineral washing machine and preserve your findings.
Crystals, emeralds, shells and fossils.
No reservations necessary!
Enjoy an unforgettable family experience with our Pearl Extraction Workshop. Choose an oyster, extract a cultured pearl, and create a unique piece of jewelry right there on the spot. Perfect for all your special occasions or just for fun!
No reservations necessary!
With the help of our guides, learn the techniques of gold panning to extract your gold.
No reservations necessary!
Choose your stone from our selection and Let our expert crack it with precision in front of your eyes.
No reservations necessary!
Explore the world of our regional Quartz Crystal in our Économusée. Guided tours, videos, jewelry, and over 100 specimens from the deposit will captivate you with their uniqueness and beauty.
A regional emblem to discover
Guided tour or self-guided tour
No reservation necessary!
In addition to visiting the Économusée, discover the dazzling mineral fluorescence.
Visit to the Ecomuseum + Fluorescent Stones
No reservations necessary!
La Prospecting-Express, L 'Gold panning l'Pearl Extraction and the Ecomuseum do not require an appointment
The Mineralogy Activity Center is the answer! Pearl extraction with an on-site artisan, exhibition of fluorescent stones, eco-museum, and shop.
Yes, unlike the Mine Excursion, the Mineralogy Activity Centre is accessible to the whole family.
Explore the natural beauty of Lac Saint-Jean while discovering its hidden treasures with our nature excursion to the mine. Dig and prospect your own quartz crystals in an open-air deposit, nestled in the heart of the forest. This outdoor activity offers an immersive and physical experience for adventurers aged 8 and up.
Discover your crystals in a preserved and protected environment in Saguenay-Lac-Saint-Jean, guided by our experts throughout the forest excursion. Each participant can bring back up to 100 grams of crystals included in the price of the activity. All our extractions are done by hand, respecting the environment and ethically.
Activity details
Duration: 2h30
Hiking level: Intermediate
Departure: Reception post at the excursion location at the mine
Equipment provided: Helmet, gloves and glasses for picking
Online reservation required
Book now to live this unforgettable experience at the mine!
Whether under the bright sun or under the refreshing raindrops, Cristal du Lac invites you to discover a myriad of captivating tourist activities in the heart of Saguenay - Lac-Saint-Jean. With family, friends or alone, explore our fascinating mineralogical universe, where each visit promises discovery and wonder.
From outdoor adventures to enriching indoor experiences, our Mineralogical Center welcomes you for memorable moments, whatever the weather. Immerse yourself in the sparkling world of minerals with our varied activities, designed to entertain and educate visitors of all ages.
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