The Laurentian Raid - Motoneige - Hiver - Forfaits - Aventure Canada - Voyages et vacances de découverte au Québec et Canada

The Laurentians Mountains! A gate to a magnificent natural playground for the adventure enthusiasts! This unique snowmobile expedition enables you to discover the wild beauties of the Mauricie and Lanaudière regions:countless frozen lakes and rivers, spectacular mountains and rocky cliffs, endless forests, cozy and authentic log-made lodges and so much more!

Day 1 – Montreal / Trois-Rives
Arrival and shuttle from the airport to the Auberge Mattawin or similar (clients must sometime wait for passengers traveling on other flights). (Dinner included depending on flight arrival time)

Montreal City Break Option: In order to start or to conclude this active package the right way, we offer an exciting city break in the thrilling city of Montréal. The urban culture enthusiasts will indeed be delighted with this fascinating extension which allows them to discover the charms of Montréal. For additional information. he extension can be include at the beginning as well as at the end of your winter package. Depending on the chosen formula, the package will then be extended with 2 additional days and 2 additional nights. If you want to add this option to the original package, please mention it in the appropriate field of the quotation request form.

Day 2 – Trois-Rives / Saint-Élie-de-Caxton (160 km)
Explanation of safety guidelines, technical advices and initial training. You then leave by snowmobile on the frozen waters of the majestic Saint-Maurice River. After a fabulous journey, you’ll take advantage of a fondue feast and a night in a luxurious log cabin: the Saint-Elie Lodge or similar. (Breakfast, lunch and dinner included)

Day 3 – Saint-Élie-de-Caxton / Saint-Donat (167 km)
The adventure continues across the spectacular sceneries of the Lanaudière region. An impressive network of trails and a wild territory sparkled with quaint villages make this region a true paradise for snowmobilers! Depending on the snow conditions, you will probably have the opportunity to travel through the famous Ouareau River suspended bridge and to admire the ice sculptures of the Saint-Côme village. Dinner and night at the Auberge Saint-Donat or similar. (Breakfast, lunch and dinner included)

Day 4 – Saint-Donat / Manawawn First Nation Reserve (near by) (188 km)
After the breathtaking crossing of the frozen Archambeault Lake, you will discover today the pristine territories of the Hight-Lanaudière area. On our way, we will stop for lunch near the gigantic Taureau Reservoir which, when winter arrives, looks like a white desert. The raid will then take us in the vicinities of the Manawan First Nation Reserve. Welcome in the Attikamekws territory! Our destination: a remotely located fishing and hunting club which is completely isolated from the rest of the civilization! Dinner and night at the Pourvoirie Lac du Repos or similar. (Breakfast, lunch and dinner included)

Day 5 – Manawawn First Nation Reserve (near by) / Trois-Rives (167 km)
After an exhilarating ride along one of Quebec’s prettiest trails and during which you will ride between the Saint-Maurice Wildlife Reserve and the Mauricie National Park, you will reach your cozy chalet located in the vicinity of the majestic St. Maurice Valley. Dinner and night in a chalet of the Hosanna Outfitter or similar. (Breakfast, lunch and dinner included)

Day 6 – Trois-Rives / Montreal (ou Quebec City - see explication below ) (147 km)
For this last day of snowmobiling, discover the fabulous territory of the Mauricie region where the Canadian cliché of the wild forests sparkled with isolated lakes becomes a reality! Back at the adventure center at the end of the day, you’ll take advantage of a farewell dinner during which you’ll have the opportunity to discuss about your adventures before the transfer to Montreal. Night at the Roberval Hotel or similar. (Breakfast, lunch and dinner included) You can now opt for a transfer to Quebec City. L’hiver venu, la vieille ville de Québec revêt un charme unique qui vaut définitivement le déplacement.

"Stay in Québec City" Option: Rather than returning in Montréal on day 6, you now have the opportunity to be transferred in Québec City where you will also spend the Saturday night before taking the train back to Montréal on Sunday morning. For additional d’information.

Day 7 – Montreal
Those who returned to Montréal the night before will take advantage of some free time to discover the city before the airport transfer. (Breakfast included)

The table below features a list of short packages which you can easily add to the original package. If you want to add one of these packages, please make your choice using the appropriate field of the quotation request form. We’d like to bring your attention to the fact that adding one or several of these short packages will of course increase the length of your trip.

DOG-SLEDDING
	The Esquimo Duration: 1 day Activity: 1 day of dog-sledding Region: Saint-Maurice Wildlife Reserve, Quebec For more information	The Tatonka Duration: 2 days / 1 night Activity: 2 days of dog-sledding Accommodation: cozy rustic cabin Region: Saint-Maurice Wildlife Reserve, Quebec For more information
	The Tuktu Duration: 3 days / 2 nights Activity: 3 days of dog-sledding Accommodation: cozy rustic cabin Region: Saint-Maurice Wildlife Reserve, Quebec For more information

MULTI ACTIVITY PACKAGES
	Chic-Chocs Mountain Lodge Duration: 4 days / 3 nights Activities: hiking, snowshoeing, skiing and wildlife observation Accommodation: 4* mountain lodge Region: Matane Wildlife Reserve, Gaspésie, Quebec For more information	The Modern Day's Voyageur Duration: 1 day Activities: Cross country skiing, snowmobiling, ice skating, tube sliding, lunch cooked over a campfire and guided snowshoeing excursion Region: Mauricie, Quebec For more information
	The Trapper Duration: 1 day Activities: snowshoeing, ice-fishing, wildlife watching and Ride in a B12 Region: Mauricie, Quebec For more information	Chic-Chocs Mountain Lodge Duration: 5 days / 4 nights Activities: hiking, snowshoeing, skiing and wildlife observation Accommodation: 4* mountain lodge Region: Matane Wildlife Reserve, Gaspésie, Quebec For more information

DRIVING VACATIONS AND OTHER WINTER EXPERIENCES
	The Trembling Mountain Duration: 3 days / 2 nights Activity: Downhill skiing Accommodation: Hotel Region: Mont-Tremblant, Quebec For more information	The Quebec Ski Experience Duration: 3 days / 2 nights Activity: Downhill skiing Accommodation: Hotel Region: Mont St-Anne, Quebec For more information
	The Whitecoat Seal Pups Duration: 4 days / 3 nights or 5 days / 4 nights Activities: Baby seal observation in helicopter, cross country skiing and sightseeing Accommodation: Hotel Region: Magdalen Islands, Quebec For more information

Guaranteed departures dates
January 3, 10, 17, 24, 31 February 7, 14, 21, 28 March 7
Please note that other departure dates could be scheduled with a minimum of 6 travelers.

Price per person
Occupancy		Standard accommodation	Superior accommodation for the night in Montreal
Accommodation	Snowmobile	Standard accommodation	Superior accommodation for the night in Montreal
double	2 per snowmobile	1986 $ CAD- Tx. Incl.	2019 $ CAD- Tx. Incl.
double	1 per snowmobile	2507 $ CAD- Tx. Incl.	2540 $ CAD- Tx. Incl.
single	2 per snowmobile	2198 $ CAD- Tx. Incl.	2255 $ CAD- Tx. Incl.
single	1 per snowmobile	2720 $ CAD- Tx. Incl.	2776 $ CAD- Tx. Incl.
triple	2 per snowmobile	1964 $ CAD- Tx. Incl.	1991 $ CAD- Tx. Incl.
triple	1 per snowmobile	2485 $ CAD- Tx. Incl.	2512 $ CAD- Tx. Incl.
quadruple	2 per snowmobile	1947 $ CAD- Tx. Incl.	1970 $ CAD- Tx. Incl.
quadruple	1 per snowmobile	2468 $ CAD- Tx. Incl.	2491 $ CAD- Tx. Incl.
Superior accommodation at Gouverneur Place Dupuis **** for the night in Montreal

The cost includes

The cost does not include

· R/T transfer from the airport as well as between activity sites.

· Warm and personalized airport meet and greet

· Services of a certified snowmobile guide

· 2010 model, 550cc snowmobile with unlimited mileage for 5 days

· Oil and gas for 5 days

· "Extreme Cold" clothing : snow-suit, boots, helmet and gloves

· Face-mask (new in 2010)

· Waterproof bag for your personnal
items

· Accident insurance for snowmobile (deductible 1725$ 550cc, 2500$ 600cc)

· Snowmobile trail permit

· 6 nights accommodation

· 17 meals per person for the duration of the stay (see the itinerary for more details)

· Welcome cocktail

· The applicable taxes and the contribution to the compensation Fund

· Air travel (available for this program, please see the quote request form or purchase your airline tickets our website)

· The travel insurance

· Personal expenses

· Drinks (excluding coffee and tea with meals included)

· Credit card security deposit (for lower-see the options)

· Tips for guide

"No limit" Option including gas surcharge (bigger/faster engine)
600cc : 478 $ CAD- Tx. Incl.-per snowmobile. 800cc : Available for groups only
"No worries" Option (reduce deductible, prices are per 550cc snowmobile)
Reduction #1: 1725$ CAD to 1000$ CAD : 196 $ CAD- Tx. Incl.* Reduction #2: 1725$ CAD to 250$ CAD : 380 $ CAD- Tx. Incl.* *Some conditions apply – To obtain additional details, please send us your questions using the quotation request form.
NOTE: From now on, the snowmobile rental centre is offering the option to add a full face helmet with a heated shield. This device allows more comfort and a better view in case of very cold weather. Price and conditions are available on the premises.
The options: At the end of the booking process, before clicking on “finished”, please make sure to indicate which options you would like to add.

One of our agents will get back to you within 24h following the reception of your request. In the meantime, please feel free to contact us if you have questions or if you want to add anything to your package. Our agents are treating your request from Monday to Friday, between 9am and 5 pm.

To make sure that we receive all the needed information that will enable us to provide you with the right proposal,
the fields that are followed by an asterisk (*) must be filled

Name and first name*:

Email address*:

Phone number including the country code:

Country:

Number of adults*:

Starting date*:
	If you want to prolong your stay before or after the above dates, please mention it in the « Comments” field below.

Your accommodation type for the night in Montreal:

Number of person per snowmobile*:
	Please note that you must be at least 21 to ride a snowmobile (with a regular driver’s license).

Your type of occupancy:	Room 1 *	Room 2
	If you need more than 2 rooms, please mention it in the “Comments” field below.

Your transatlantic flight*:

Your choice of insurance*:

"No limit" Option:

"No worries" Option:

Montreal city break option:

Stay in Quebec City option:

Please use the « Comments » field below if you have any questions.

You can easily add one of our exciting short stays (see the selection below) to your original package. Please refer to the length of the selected short stay (s) to determine how many nights should be add to the original route. If you want to add more than one short stay, please mention it in the “Comments” field below.

Your choice of optional short stays:

Please write your questions and commentary. If needed, let us also know which are the optional excursions and short packages that you would like to add to your trip.