Dog Sledding · Saguenay-Lac Saint-Jean
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In Saguenay-Lac Saint-Jean, all three activities are based in La Baie with Alaskan du Nord. Two outings are walking or kennel experiences without a sled ride: a 2-hour kennel visit at 11 € rated “Everybody welcome”, and a 2-hour hike with huskies at 19 € rated “Occasionally sporty”. If you want to ride on a sled, select the dedicated dog sledding tour priced at 67 €. This main sledding outing lasts 3h to 4h and is rated “Everybody welcome”. Both English and French are spoken across all options. Choose the kennel visit for a shorter encounter with the dogs, the guided hike if you want active walking, or the 3h to 4h sled excursion to experience dog sledding on snow.
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Frequently asked questions
Which months are these husky activities available in Saguenay-Lac Saint-Jean?
The activities run from November to March.
What is the price of the actual dog sledding tour?
The dog sledding outing with Alaskan du Nord costs 67 €. Other husky activities without a sled ride range from 11 € to 19 €.
How long does each activity last?
The kennel visit and the husky hike each last 2h. The full dog sledding tour lasts 3h to 4h.
Which languages are used during the tours?
All tours operated by Alaskan du Nord are conducted in English and French.
Where is the departure point?
The meeting point for Alaskan du Nord is located at 7800 Chem. des Chutes, La Baie, QC G7B 3N8, Canada.
Best time to go
| Month | Temperature | Rainfall | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | -11.7 °C | 65.5 mm | Peak |
| February | -11.6 °C | 65 mm | Peak |
| March | -5.5 °C | 62.6 mm | Good |
| April | 2.4 °C | 81.6 mm | Poor |
| May | 9.1 °C | 117.7 mm | Off season |
| June | 15.7 °C | 93.7 mm | Off season |
| July | 19.7 °C | 103.4 mm | Off season |
| August | 18 °C | 73.1 mm | Off season |
| September | 14.6 °C | 131.3 mm | Off season |
| October | 7.6 °C | 98.9 mm | Poor |
| November | 0.4 °C | 81.3 mm | Good |
| December | -9 °C | 78.1 mm | Peak |
Practical info
Equipment
Dress in warm layers, and bring waterproof winter trousers, insulated boots, gloves, and a woollen hat.
Getting there
Head directly to La Baie at the Alaskan du Nord base on Chemin des Chutes.
See also
Other activities in Saguenay-Lac Saint-Jean
Updated September 2026