Dog Sledding · Saguenay-Lac Saint-Jean
How to choose
Three of the available options are not standard winter sled rides: one is a wheeled cani-karting excursion, while two others are walking visits and hikes rather than sled trips. All activities run with Alaskan du Nord from La Baie, near Saguenay. The actual dog sledding tour costs 67 € and lasts between 3h and 4h, rated “Everybody welcome”. Across the other activities, prices start at 11 € for a 2-hour kennel visit, 19 € for a 2-hour husky hike rated “Occasionally sporty”, and 47 € for a 3.5-hour cani-karting session. Every outing is guided in English and French. The season for dog sledding runs from November to March. Choose the traditional sledding trip if you want the classic snow experience, or pick the kennel tour if you simply wish to meet the dogs.
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Our picks
Dog Sledding near Saguenay, in La Baie
The only classic sledding outing on snow, lasting 3h to 4h for 67 €.
Visit to a Huskies Kennel near Saguenay, in La Baie
A 2-hour kennel visit priced at 11 € with no sled ride.
Hiking with Huskies near Saguenay, in La Baie
A 2-hour husky hiking route rated “Occasionally sporty” at 19 €.
Cani-karting near Saguenay, in La Baie
A 3.5-hour cani-karting outing on wheels costing 47 €.
Frequently asked questions
What is the season for dog sledding in Saguenay-Lac Saint-Jean?
The activity is offered from November to March.
How much does a dog sledding tour cost?
The sledding tour costs 67 €. Other non-sledding canine activities, such as kennel visits and husky hiking, range from 11 € to 47 €.
How long do the outings last?
The dog sledding outing lasts between 3h and 4h. The kennel visit and the husky hike take 2h, while cani-karting takes 3.5h.
Where do the activities depart from?
All tours depart from Alaskan du Nord at 7800 Chem. des Chutes, La Baie, QC G7B 3N8, Canada.
In which languages are the tours conducted?
With Alaskan du Nord, tours are guided in English and French.
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
Wear warm winter layers, waterproof boots, thermal gloves, and a woollen hat for your outing.
Getting there
Make your way to the meeting point at Alaskan du Nord, located at 7800 Chem. des Chutes in La Baie.
See also
Other activities in Saguenay-Lac Saint-Jean
Updated September 2026