Friday: arrive and settle in
Plan your grocery stop before settling in, especially if you arrive in the evening. At Domaine des Petites Marées, check-in starts at 4 p.m. Keep your first meal simple and read the access instructions. If daylight allows, get to know the deck and waterfront without adding another outing.
Saturday: one hike planned in advance
Choose a route based on its difficulty and the drive from La Baie. Parc national du Fjord-du-Saguenay has separate sectors: make sure you have the correct starting point. Check trail conditions and closure notices with Sépaq before leaving. Bring water, a snack, suitable shoes and layers for changing weather. Fall colours depend on seasonal conditions and are never guaranteed on an exact date.
The rainy-day option: stay local
The Musée du Fjord is an indoor outing to consider after checking its opening hours. You could also spend part of the day visiting businesses in La Baie, then return to cook at the chalet. Booking a paid excursion for every half-day leaves less flexibility when the weather changes.
Sunday: an unhurried departure
Leave time for breakfast, tidying up and a final look at the water. Check-out at Domaine is before 11 a.m. If you plan an activity on the way home, confirm its opening hours and location before leaving. One major outing can be plenty for a memorable stay.
Before you travel
Confirm chalet capacity, dates and the total cost. Download your route, check opening hours and pack layers. For a direct booking at Domaine, wait for the hosts’ approval and follow the instructions you receive before treating your stay as confirmed.