Just a few hours north of Toronto lies Muskoka, Ontario’s beloved cottage country – a winter wonderland of frozen lakes, pine forests, and peaceful silence. This short but unforgettable retreat drops you right into the heart of it. Think: gliding behind your own dog team through snowy trails, warming up in a lakeside yurt, and ending the day beside a crackling fire under the stars. It’s part adventure, part escape – all Canadian.
Tour Includes
2 nights accommodation in a heated lakeside yurt (private or shared)
Half-day guided dog sledding adventure (drive your own team)
Snowshoeing along forest and lake trails
Bonfire evenings with hot chocolate & maple snacks
All meals included: hearty breakfasts, campfire lunches, and cozy dinners
Introduction to dog care and sledding techniques
Free time for sauna, stargazing, or simply unwinding
Roundtrip transfer from Toronto (available upon request)
Day-by-Day Itinerary
Day 1: Arrival & Winter Welcome
Arrive in Muskoka by early afternoon. Settle into your yurt, meet your mushers and dogs, and get oriented. After dinner, gather for a bonfire on the snow and learn the basics of dog sledding under the night sky.
Day 2: Mush! Ride Your Own Sled
After breakfast, gear up and head into the woods with your own dog team. Ride along winding snowy paths, past frozen lakes and whispering trees. Afternoon is for lakeside snowshoeing or warming up in the sauna. Optional: try building a snow quinzee!
Day 3: Slow Morning & Departure
Wake to the sound of the forest. Enjoy a relaxed breakfast, a final walk by the lake, and time to thank your four-legged guides before departure. Back to the city — heart full, camera full.
No experience needed — full instruction provided
Suitable for ages 14+ (with adult)
Yurts include wood stoves, beds with warm bedding, and lantern lighting
Pack layers: Muskoka nights can be very crisp
Sometimes, all it takes is a sled, a few dogs, and a trail through the woods to remember what winter is really about.
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