Raid motoneige 6 jours sentier Québec-Monts Valin-Charlevoix-Saguenay
Description
The St. Lawrence, a grand river that feeds much of eastern Canada and connects the Great Lakes to the Atlantic Ocean, is in winter the scene of a truly spectacular sight : that of great ships slaloming between massive blocks of ice. At the charming village of Tadoussac, the majestic Saguenay Fjord meets the river, its waters frozen solid in winter. Its steep cliff faces, covered thickly by snow-covered boréal forests, frame panoramas that are truly unforgettable.
Your journey by snowmobile will be marked by a ferry trip across frigid waters and a day spent at Monts Valin, where spectacular snowcover and variable topography have created a paradise for snowmobilers. You’ll also journey through Charlevoix, one of Quebec’s most beautiful regions. In the middle of all of these magical landscapes, charming log cabins and inviting traditional inns wait to welcome you at the end of each day of this truly unique adventure.
The St. Lawrence River—the lifeblood of Eastern Canada—offers spectacular winter views of ships weaving through ice floes. Near the charming village of Tadoussac, the Saguenay Fjord flows into the river; the fjord remains ice-bound for much of the winter. The surrounding steep cliffs, blanketed in dense boreal forest, provide unforgettable panoramic vistas.
Your snowmobile journey will feature a ferry crossing of the fjord, a day exploring the Monts Valin area—a snowmobiler’s paradise renowned for its spectacular snowfall—and a traverse of the Charlevoix region, one of Quebec’s most beautiful areas. Amidst these magical landscapes, traveling from wooden cabins to traditional inns, you will experience a journey across Quebec’s vast open spaces and immerse yourself in a unique culture.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
To operate a snowmobile, the following are required:
· a valid driver’s license and an international credit card (MasterCard or Visa)—to be carried with you;
· you must be over 18 years of age to rent and drive the snowmobile;
A risk acknowledgment form and a medical questionnaire must be completed on-site.
Departures and prices
| Departure place | Arrival place | Date | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Quebec | Quebec | Everyday |
5999 CAD |
Program
Day 1 - Arrival in Quebec
Reception (option) at the airport then transfer to the hotel and free end of the day to discover Quebec City.
Day 2 - Réserve Faunique - 150km
Transfer from your hotel in Quebec to our departure base by snowmobile. Meet your snowmobiler guide responsible for your journey on the snowy trails of Quebec. After handing over the equipment, assigning your machine and the safety and driving briefing, it’s time to set off for the adventure. The route for this first day will be located in the wildlife reserve, an exceptional territory with numerous wild trails well suited to snowmobiling. Finally in the afternoon, you will arrive at your refuge for the night. Our exclusive chalet, located in the woods, awaits you. It is nestled in a bay of the magnificent Lake of the 7 Islands. Here we invite you to experience the Quebec chalet atmosphere. It’s a bit like family, no hotel service! After taking possession of your rooms, we invite you to the living room to help your guide prepare the meal, fetch some logs to fuel the wood stove, prepare the table, the aperitif! After the meal and all these little tasks related to life at the chalet, you will enjoy the evening in an armchair, near the stove which hums and diffuses its gentle heat. Through the large bay window, perhaps you will have the chance to catch the Northern Lights. The best spot in the woods to observe them during your raid is at our exclusive chalet! Don’t miss this!
Day 3 - Réserve / Lac-Saint-Jean - 175 km
Departure early this morning because your journey today takes you to one of the most beautiful natural settings offered by our region where winter is king: the Laurentides Wildlife Reserve. You follow the Montmorency River, which feeds the eponymous waterfall that can be admired in the Quebec region. This superb river winds between the Laurentian mountains and offers magnificent landscapes. You progress towards the north towards Lac Saint Jean to reach the Auberge des Iles at the end of the afternoon for a well-deserved rest.
Day 4 -Lac St Jean /Sainte-Rose-du-Nord - 250 km
After a restorative night, return to the handlebars of your racing car for a magical route around the Monts Valin. Lunch at Valinouet before approaching the Vallée des Fantomes and its record snowfall. In the afternoon you will head towards Saint-Fulgence then Sainte Rose du Nord to reach the Pourvoirie de Cap au Leste, a magical place with a view overlooking the Saguenay Fjord.
Day 5 - Sainte-Rose-du-Nord-St Simeon - 250km
The north shore of the Fjord, which you will travel today, offers landscape wonders perhaps even more impressive than on the south shore. You will spend a large part of this day in the Monts-Valin region, a rocky massif overlooking the fjord. The snow cover in this area is spectacular, to the delight of snowmobilers and winter sports enthusiasts! You will cross the Fjord in Tadoussac on a ferry to end the day on a winding route which will take you to Domaine ô Bois Charlevoix to spend the night in a domain built entirely of logs.
Day 6 - Saint Siméon - Parc des Grands Jardins 180km
Departure towards the south shore of the Saguenay and its technical trails which join a string of small authentic villages in Charlevoix and Saguenay. Lunch stop at L’Anse St Jean. IN the afternoon you will climb towards the heights of Charlevoix to reach the Pourvoirie du Lac Moreau, strategically located between the Parc des Grands Jardins and the Parc des Hautes Gorges de la rivière Malbaie, and benefiting from exceptional snow cover, this area is home to a luxurious Auberge de Bois Rond: L’Auberge du Ravage where you will spend the evening and night.
Day 7 -Parc des Grands Jardins-Quebec 220km
For this last day of snowmobiling, a challenge awaits you, that of crossing the Laurentides Wildlife Reserve on an off-trail route, the snow cover of which always has a few surprises in store. At the end of this Marathon day you will arrive at our base in Sainte-Brigitte de Laval. We will transfer you at the end of the day to your Hotel in Quebec.
Details
The price includes:
· All meals from lunch on Day 2 to lunch on Day 7;
· 5 nights’ accommodation;
· 6-day guided solo snowmobile tour – BRP Renegade Adrenaline 900cc 4-stroke (GEN V 2027 model), including fuel;
· A professional snowmobile guide for the duration of the tour (maximum of 6 solo snowmobiles);
· Guide equipment: satellite phone, SPOT GPS tracker, first aid kit, and survival gear;
· Extreme cold-weather snowmobile gear: jacket, bib pants, helmet, standard balaclava, mittens, and boots;
· A 35–40L waterproof bag for transporting personal belongings;
· On-site operations manager at our snowmobile base and technical support in the event of an issue;
· Breakdown assistance/snowmobile replacement in the event of a mechanical issue;
· Civil liability insurance;
· FCMQ federated trail access permits;
· Canadian taxes (including accommodation taxes and service fees).
Options:
– Single occupancy room: $549 CAD
– Partial deductible reduction (to lower your maximum liability from $2,500 to $1,250): $359 CAD
The price does not include:
· Personal expenses;
· $2,500 CAD security deposit for damage to the snowmobile caused by the rider during the tour;
· Cost of returning the snowmobile to the base in the event of rider-caused damage that immobilizes the vehicle or leads to abandonment;
· Beverages (other than tea or regular coffee, which are included with meals); · Gratuities for guides and drivers (it is customary to budget approximately $5–10 per person per day for the snowmobile guide and $3 per person per day for the transfer driver);
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