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Winter excursion: dog sledding, an authentic adventure
The Tanwen Pack
A sporting adventure
Lake Simon
La Meute Tanwen offers an authentic experience for dog lovers and outdoor enthusiasts. Here, dog sledding is a real sport, an adventure where you become one with your pack as you race down the trails. With over 20 years of experience, the priority remains building a relationship of trust with the dogs and customers in an intimate and personalized setting. This winter, discover the Sacred Lands Tour, a new day trip to Dosch Lake, with a local lunch around the fire. A half-day option will also allow families to experience the magic of sledding, even with young children or seniors. While waiting for their turn, visitors can relax by the fire or enjoy coffee and local products in the new cozy lounge area. At La Meute Tanwen, every outing becomes a sincere immersion in the world of dogs and nature.
Gatineau Sled Dogs
An authentic adventure
Saint Sixtus
Gatineau Sled Dogs invites you to enjoy a unique and immersive adventure in the Saint-Sixte River Valley. Whether you're with family, friends, or your significant other, this heartwarming experience is suitable for everyone, from toddlers to grandparents. Set off on a one-hour guided tour where you'll be comfortably seated in a toboggan sled.
Couples will appreciate the intimacy of the experience, perfect for romantic moments, even for a marriage proposal. After the ride, take the time to thank the dogs, chat with the guides, and capture these memories in photos. The valley, with its snowy and bucolic landscapes, is ideal for disconnecting and recharging your batteries. Extend this magical moment around a campfire, sipping hot chocolate or trying snowshoeing and sledding. Open 7 days a week, Gatineau Sled Dogs promises you a memorable adventure.
La Meute du Wendigo
An immersive experience
Beach Lake
La Meute du Wendigo offers an unforgettable adventure, whether you're with family, friends, or your partner. Each excursion is private and tailored to the desires and skill level of the participants for a customized experience in the heart of nature. Two options are available: a 3-hour half-day excursion or a 6-hour full-day excursion, including time with the dogs and a relaxing break in a rustic shelter heated by a wood stove. In the off-season, one-hour outings are also available. You will travel through forests, hills, and lakes in a spectacular setting with views of Lac des Plages. Between the tracks of deer, beavers, and coyotes, wildlife reveals itself along the trail. Accompanied by a guide who is passionate about ecology, enjoy a unique experience where adventure and nature become one.
Kenauk Nature
A winter getaway with the family
Our Lady of Good Hope
Looking for an authentic experience for your family?
Kenauk Nature offers a unique dog sledding adventure in the heart of its 65,000 acres of protected forest. In collaboration with Dtour Tremblant, come discover the ancestral art of dog sledding while enjoying Kenauk's majestic snow-covered landscapes.
There are two options available: the Authentic Experience, a 1 hour 15 minute hike covering nearly 12 km of trails, or the Coureur des Bois package, a 2-hour adventure for the more adventurous, allowing you to explore this vast wilderness in greater depth. Accompanied by your musher, Jean Le Trappeur, and his exceptional dogs, you will immerse yourself in the heart of nature while discovering the trappers' way of life.
Aventure Outaouais
An all-inclusive adventure departing from Gatineau
This winter, set off on a unique adventure with the ultimate dog sledding excursion offered by Aventure Outaouais. Enjoy an epic hour where your musher will take care of everything, offering you an unforgettable adventure. Plus, you'll discover an impressive waterfall during a guided tour, either on foot or snowshoeing. This all-inclusive package includes free transportation from Ottawa and Gatineau, as well as snacks and hot chocolate to warm you up. It's the perfect opportunity to check an experience off your winter bucket list!
The dog sledding experience in Petite Nation promises an authentic adventure that will reconnect you with nature. This ancestral sport, combining speed, tranquility, and natural beauty, is an activity not to be missed this winter. Enjoy a memorable winter getaway as you discover these magnificent landscapes and create lasting memories. Ready to put on your boots and set off on an adventure?