Winter is the perfect time for the kids to burn off their energy outdoors in Saguenay, Quebec. It’s easy to get to, just 3 hours north of Quebec City or 2 hours’ flight from New York. In aboriginal Innu language, Saguenay means “where the water flows out”. The Saguenay region gives the kids an opportunity to practice their French and for the parents to indulge in French inspired cuisine. Some of the best winter activities in Saguenay include: snowmobiling, snowshoeing, dogsledding, ice skating and yes, petting wolves. The Canadian exchange rate works in our favor so you’ll effectively enjoy a 30% discount on all activities and purchases.
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Recommended Activities:
Snowmobiling is so exhilarating and refreshing way to see region with beautiful white snow treetops and refreshing fresh air. For those that want speed, thrill seekers, find out why people are addicted to snowmobiling. Equinox Aventure can provide guides and recommendations for all of the following activities. (
Equinox Aventure – Tour Operator / Guide for snowmobiling / Transfers between airport and activities)
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Wolves experience at Aventuraid is a bucket-list experience, sleeping next to three packs of Wolves with howling at night. You will have an opportunity to pet the wolves alongside of the owner who hand raised them from birth. (
Aventuraid)
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Dogsledding provides a unique experience to bond with the huskies. You feel their love of these animals and experience sledding like you have never experienced before. Pourvoirie Cap au Leste has some beautiful lodging including views of the Fjord Pourvoirie Cap au Leste. (
Pourvoirie Cap au Leste)
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Snowshoeing at Monts-Valin national park is well known for the beautiful snowy trails and jaw dropping edges off cliffs. This mountain has different trails for all levels of snowshoeing from beginner to advance with warming huts s you go up the mountain. (
Parc national des Monts-Valin)
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Ice Skating at Village sur glace de Roberval is fun for the whole family, with beautifully decorated cabins. This is all situated on the frozen Lac Saint-Jean. (
Village sur Glace)
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