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Dogsledding - Valley Adventure

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Overview

Dogsledding is one of the great winter activities that we offer here in Tremblant. Valley adventure is a dogsledding escapade for the whole family. Come and visit over 60 Siberian Huskies before hitting the trails!

Included

Transport (if option choosed)

1h15 on the trails including a 15-minute break

Blanket for passengers

Kennel visit and treats for the dogs

Homemade traditional desserts

Hot chocolate

Hot soup: tomato and vegetables or chicken noodle soup

Excluded

Clothing for winter

Important information

When should I reserve?

This is a very popular activity. Reservations for weekends, Christmas vacations, and anytime from mid-february to the last week of March should be made 1 or 2 weeks in advance. For any other time, reservations should be made a few days in advance.

How is this dogsledding activity different from the others?

See our Dogsled Comparison Table.

How should we be dressed?

Consult our What to wear information page.

How many people can go on one sled?

We usually configure 2 adults per sled (one driver, one passenger). Children go with the guides for safety reasons. Configuration also depends on the weather and snow conditions.

Is it hard on the dogs?

These dogs are canine athletes who are bred to pull and run in a cold environment. They are trained and fed properly to be able to do it well. They like pulling a sled as much as a retriever likes fetching a stick. This will become obvious just before the ride starts. Feel free to ask your guide anything you want about sled dogs… learning about the dogs is an interesting part of the experience.

Do we drive our own sled?

Yes, each participant over 90lbs will have a chance to drive the sled. The reason for the weight restriction is to be able to apply enough pressure when needed on the brake to stop the dogs from moving forward.

Is it hard?

This activity can be strenuous for drivers. As a driver you are part of the team, so when the climbs are steep the driver will have to get off and walk, jog or even help push the sled.

Highlights

More information

Welcome to our family dogsledding trip. At the start of this adventure, you will be greeted directly at our kennel where you can visit over 60 Siberian husky dogs. Before hitting the trail your guide will help you harness the huskies (except for the 10h30 departure), learn your dogs’ names and give you some security tips and simple instructions on how to drive your dog team through winding forest trails suitable for everyone.

Unforgettable and unique experience

Before the departure, our guides will decide positions on the sleds : if you have a particular position request, please make it known to our guide when you arrive. Adults will be teamed up : there will be 1 driver and 1 or 2 passengers per sled. Adults will usually, but not always, drive their own dog sled with an adult passenger. Passengers and drivers from the same sled can switch places half way through the excursion. Children may be required to ride as passengers on the guides’ sleds or ride on parents' sled.

We will take a break half way in a shack to warm up next to the fire and to taste some homemade traditional desserts and a hot chocolat. Then, back at the kennel, you will have time to pet the dogs and reward them with some cookies! You will also visit the kennel and the puppies (seasonal). A special time spent with the pack!

At the end of the activity, a hot bowl of soup will be served (tomato and vegetables or chicken noodle soup) as you warm up next to the fireplace. It’s an unforgettable, unique experience. Make sure to bring your camera!

Safety, ethics, and animal health information for our operation: Read about our operating standards and Code of ethics.

Know before you book:

OUR DOG SLEDDING FILLS UP WEEKS IN ADVANCE FOR HOLIDAY WEEKS (Christmas, President’s Week, School Breaks) AND WEEKENDS. MAKE SURE TO RESERVE EARLY.

Dogsledding is a sport. Participants will be active during the ride.

This activity requires some physical exertion.

Minimum 2 participants.

No expectant mothers.

Minimum 2 years old to be a passenger.

Children may be required to ride as passengers on the guides’ sleds or ride on parents sled.

Children 4 years old and under will be with a guide and a family member.

Participants over 240lbs please indicate weight in the comments section of the reservation form.

Minimum of 2 passengers for a shuttle (option with transportation).

Know before you go :

Please dress appropriately for dogsledding. See our What to wear section.

Additional information :

Our base is 30 minutes from Tremblant Resort. We are situated less than a 2-hour drive from Montreal and Ottawa.

Duration: Approximately 1h15 on the trails, including 15 minutes stop for hot chocolate.

If you are doing the activity with friends or family, please book all under 1 reservation for the total amount of participants. This assures you will be placed together in sleds.

Dog sledding is a sport and requires some physical exertion. Drivers will need to run alongside the sled to help the dogs on occasion.

Cantine on site ($).

For guests who choose to reserve in advance (recommended), directions to meeting points will be provided in your reservation by email. Otherwise, directions will be handed to you when you reserve at The Activity Centre.

Prices do not include taxes or mandatory resort royalty of 3% and may be subject to change without notice.