Dogsledding - Nordic Adventure

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Overview

On our Nordic adventure Tremblant dogsledding, you will ride through forest terrain with wide open fields. It is a fun outdoor activity and a great way to enjoy winter with your family!

Included

Included
Nordic dog treats for participants to give
Included
Cookies and hot chocolate
Included
Helmets (provided and required)
Included
Hot soup, bread, beer or wine and hot chocolate | Private Tour ONLY
Included
Snowshoes | Private Tour ONLY

Excluded

Excluded
Transport from Tremblant resort
Excluded
Clothing for winter

Important information

When should I reserve?

These are very popular activities. Reservations for weekends and vacations should be made 1 to 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 between 3 and 11 years old 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 working dogs 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, participants that are 16 years old and over will have a chance to drive the sled, depending on the conditions.

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.

Can we pet the dogs?

Yes, at the end of the ride, you get to pet and reward them.

How fast do dog sleds go?

On average, a well-trained team can maintain speeds between 10 to 20 miles per hour (16 to 32 kilometers per hour) during a run.

Do dogs enjoy dogsledding?

Dogsledding can be an enjoyable and fulfilling activity for sled dogs that are well-trained, properly cared for, and have a strong bond with their musher.

Why is there a Climate Surcharge during Christmas Holiday season?

Christmas periods with no snow, unusually warm weather, and rain are creating serious viability challenges. Outdoor operators in our area have come together to create a Climate Surcharge* for reservations from Dec. 20, 2025 to Jan. 4, 2026, because it is no longer sustainable to run dogsledding activities given the warming we are now experiencing. Dogsledding depends on many kilometers of snow covered trails, which we can no longer rely on for this peak 3 week period. This will help us cover revenue losses due to global warming, and preserve our activities so that guests can continue to enjoy them in the future. *This surcharge, along with the entire reservation amount, will be refunded if we have to cancel your tour. If you find this price high, know that we do too, and we recommend you come after January 5th when pricing returns to normal and the weather risk has passed.

Highlights

More information

Our Nordic adventure dogsledding takes you through varied terrain for about 1 hour. You’ll start in our heated yurt where we provide a safety briefing before meeting your eager team of Nordic dogs. Passengers and drivers from the same sled can switch places half way through the excursion.

Once everyone is ready for dogsledding, you’ll take off through wide open fields before entering more wooded, winding, and hilly terrain. The ride offers a bit of a physical and technical challenge, but is still good for beginners. You’ll need to actively steer and brake the sled, making this a sport rather than a passive ride.

After your dog sledding adventure on the trails, you’ll get to thank your dog team with treats before enjoying hot chocolate and cookies in our yurt. Our guides will share insights about the world of dogsledding and answer your questions.

Upgrade for a private dogsledding tour

Our Private VIP tour is for groups of 2-6 participants for about 1 hour on the trails. You’ll arrive before 12h00 for hot soup, bread, and beer or wine in our heated yurt. After lunch and a safety briefing, we all take our places on the sleds and you will take off with your dog team pulling at top speed! You'll head through wooded terrain, open fields and near frozen lakes. It offers a bit of a physical and technical challenge, but is still good for beginners. The private tour includes an optional snowshoe hike on our wooded trails before or after dogsledding, with all equipment provided. You’ll finish with hot chocolate in our heated yurt.

How is the private tour different from the regular tour?

  • Smaller, more private group (2-6 participants vs. larger groups)
  • Full meal included
  • Longer experience
  • Snowshoeing option included
  • More intimate and personalized

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

   

Who is this for

We designed this tour as a moderate-intensity activity for beginners and families. Drivers need basic coordination and the ability to follow instructions for steering and braking. Passengers can simply enjoy the ride while taking in the winter scenery.

Know Before you Reserve

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

 

Age and Physical Requirements

  • Dogsledding is a sport. Participants will be active during the ride
  • Minimum age: 3 year olds
  • Minimum age to drive: 16 year olds
  • 16-17 year olds must have a parents signature
  • 15 year olds must be accompanied by a participating adult
  • Maximum weight: 450 lbs/205 kg per sleigh
  • No expectant mothers

Group dynamics

  • For the safety of all participants, our guides are responsible for assigning the sleds, and half of the adults in your group will probably be required to drive the sled themselves. If you have a particular position request, please make it known to our guide when you arrive
  • Adults in your group will likely drive sleds themselves
  • Children 3-11 will ride with the guide
  • Reserve all participants under one reservation to ensure your group stays together

What to expect

  • Our base is 45 minutes from Tremblant ski resort. Approximately a 2h30 drive from Montreal and Ottawa.
  • Duration: Approximately 1h on the trails.
  • You will meet 15 minutes before your departure.

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

Know Before you Go

  • Please dress appropriately for dogsledding. Ask if you are unsure or see our What to wear section.
  • Please bring your own helmet if you have one.

What happens after you reserve

We recommend reserving in advance as spaces fill up. After your reservation, you will receive 2 emails immediately :

  • a reservation with important info such as driving directions for your meeting point and meeting time for your activity
  • a receipt of payment