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Discover Quebec winter’s wild side with a day of dog sledding and snowmobiling at Chalets Villégiature & Pourvoirie Daaquam. Cruise through snowy woods, guided by experts, and warm up with hearty local fare.
Discover Quebec winter’s wild side with a day of dog sledding and snowmobiling at Chalets Villégiature & Pourvoirie Daaquam. Cruise through snowy woods, guided by experts, and warm up with hearty local fare.
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Operated by Chalets Villégiature & Pourvoirie Daaquam · Saint-Just-de-Bretenières, Québec
moderate.
6–7 hours.
Participants should be in good physical condition to handle several hours outdoors in winter conditions, with standing and light physical activity during dog sled driving and snowmobiling.
No previous dog sledding or snowmobiling experience is needed; all activities are guided with full instruction.
The package includes 3 hours of dog sledding, 3 hours of guided snowmobiling on the Lynx trail, all necessary gear, and a hot meal at the lodge.
Snowmobiling requires participants to be 18 or older with a valid driver’s license; dog sledding groups are organized based on age and weight for safety.
Yes, winter clothing rentals are available for an additional fee if you do not have proper winter attire.
Yes, a $2,500 CAD deposit secured with credit card is required per snowmobile to cover potential damages.
Yes, but you must notify the operator before arrival to ensure your dietary needs are met.
Saint-Just-de-Bretenières has a deep logging and trapping heritage, shaping the region’s outdoor culture and trail development.
Chalets Villégiature & Pourvoirie Daaquam emphasize sustainable trail use and minimal environmental impact, protecting the fragile boreal ecosystem.
Chalets Villégiature & Pourvoirie Daaquam is a multi-activity chalets and outfitting operation located in Saint-Just-de-Bretenières, Québec. It offers year‑round outdoor experiences centered on the Appalachian wilderness and the Daaquam River. The property provides guided activities such as dog sledding, ATV and quad excursions, snowmobile tours, horseback rides, and fishing outings. Ice fishing is available on a pond located just 300 feet from the inn, with guided instruction and gear provided. Winter rentals include snowshoes, cross-country skis for a 5 km trail through boreal forest, fat bikes, and ice skates. Motorized rentals and guided expeditions include side-by-side quad rentals (3- and 6-place), snowmobile rentals (one hour, three hours, eight hours) and multi-day guided snowmobile raids. Dog-powered options feature guided sled trips ranging from initiation rides to 15–20 km guided treks and longer excursions, plus Cani‑Kart and Cani‑Randonnée with professional guides and access to a kennel visit. On‑site services list meals (dîner, déjeuner, souper) and short-stay options such as the 24-hour Refuge Boréal excursion. Hunting for small game is offered for Québec residents. Chalets Villégiature & Pourvoirie Daaquam combines equipment rentals, guided trips, seasonal expeditions, and lodging to provide access to remote trails, frozen lakes, and rivers. Its program includes family-friendly outings and multi-day adventures, emphasizing guided exploration of the Parc régional des Appalaches and surrounding Appalachian mountains. Guided quad tours use a CAN‑AM Defender on marked trails, with photo stops at the Daaquam River. Mont Bonnet and border-view routes offer extended guided days with meals included on select excursions. Guides share local history.
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