With 60,000 beluga whales filling the Hudson Bay and polar bears leaving the melting sea ice, summer is an incredible time to visit Churchill. Experienced guides will take you to beautiful wild places that offer the very best opportunities to see polar bears and beluga whales, as well as a plethora of other arctic wildlife. Enjoy an overnight stay in Winnipeg before and after your wildlife adventure, as well as 4 nights in cozy lodge accommodations in Churchill.
This itinerary is a sample and may vary based on weather conditions and wildlife activity.Â
Day 1: Arrival in Winnipeg
Arrive in Winnipeg and make your own way to the hotel. Enjoy a free day to explore Winnipeg at your leisure.
Day 2: Winnipeg to Churchill
Check out from your Winnipeg hotel and transfer to the airport for your flight to Churchill. Upon arrival at Lazy Bear Lodge, embark on a 2 to 3-hour Churchill Heritage Tour. Explore historic sites, including Cape Merry, an outside tour of the ‘Polar Bear Jail,’ the wreckage of the famous plane ‘Miss Piggy,’ and many other historic sites that make Churchill the town it is today. Meals included: breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
Day 3: Hudson Bay Coastal Tour
Today, embark on a full day Hudson Bay Coastal Tour aboard the Matonabee vessel, a brand new, customized, Transport Canada certified vessel. This expedition offers unparalleled opportunities to observe polar bears, beluga whales, Arctic sik-siks, over 200 nesting or migrating bird species, seals, Arctic hare, Arctic fox, and more. Our experienced guides will take you to beautiful wild places offering the best chances to see polar bears in their summer habitat. Meals included: breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
Day 4: Beluga Whale Boat Tour/Fort Tour
Set out on a Beluga Whale Boat Tour/Fort Tour, cruising the Churchill River and Hudson Bay. Witness the majestic beluga whales feeding on caplin, Arctic char, and brook trout. Hundreds of beluga whales come to these warm, shallow waters to feed, mate, and give birth. Explore the historic Prince of Wales Fort during a walking tour. Optional extras include AquaGliding and kayaking with the whales. Duration is approximately 3 hours. Meals included: breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
Day 5: Day at Leisure
Enjoy a day to explore Churchill or participate in optional activities (weather and availability permitting) such as kayaking, Beluga AquaGliding, or dog mushing (on wheels). Meals included: breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
Day 6: Tundra Tour & Return to Winnipeg
Check-out from Lazy Bear Lodge after breakfast. Embark on a summer Tundra Tour on the Arctic Crawlers to explore the Arctic landscape for about 3 hours. Transfer to the airport for your flight from Churchill to Winnipeg. Upon arrival in Winnipeg, check-in at your hotel. Meals included: breakfast and lunch.
Day 7: Depart
Check out from your Winnipeg hotel. Meals included: breakfast.
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*2025 departure dates: July 10-16; 14-20; 18-24; 22-28; 30-5; August 3-9; 7-13; 11-17, 15-21; 19-24; 23-29;
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