Churchill Belugas & Bears Explorer
Group travel
| PRICE FROM | DURATION | |
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CAD
$5,700
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Days
6
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Nights
5
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| PRICE FROM | DURATION | |
|---|---|---|
|
CAD
$5,700
|
Days
6
|
Nights
5
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Introduction
Summer is the perfect time to visit Churchill, Manitoba.
During the months of July and August, the Churchill River is teeming with beluga whales who migrate into the warm, shallow waters to give birth and feed on fish. Known as the “canaries of the sea”, these friendly and inquisitive creatures will capture your heart as you enjoy their whale song by boat or, for the more adventurous, in the water with a Zodiac, kayak or stand-up paddleboard adventure. While on land, enjoy the view as the surrounding landscape erupts into colourful summer blooms. You will experience a dog carting excursion with a professional musher on a mile-long trek through the boreal forest and explore the Churchill Wildlife Management Area by Tundra Buggy for your chance to see a multitude of northern wildlife. You might even have the opportunity to see the first of the summer polar bears as they begin their migration into the area.
Itinerary
Day 1 : Winnipeg
Upon arrival into Winnipeg, make your own way to your hotel. This evening there is a meet and greet with your fellow travellers.
Day 2 : Winnipeg > Churchill
An early morning flight to Churchill. Upon arrival into Churchill commence on your town and area tour including a visit to Manitoba Conservation’s Polar Bear Holding Facility. Following the tour check-in to your hotel, with the afternoon free to visit the Parks Canada Visitor Centre and Churchill’s Itsanitaq Museum, which houses one of the most extensive Inuit Art collections in the world.
Day 3 : Churchill
Today you will experience your first encounter with the beautiful beluga whales, which will take place on a Zodiac boat tour, zipping up and down the Churchill River looking for pods of curious whales. You will also stop for a walking tour at the historical Prince of Wales Fort where a Parks Canada interpreter will teach you about the famous explorers who lived at the fort in the 18th century and how they managed to survive in Churchill’s harsh climate. In the afternoon head down to the Wapusk General Store for your next activity – dog carting through the boreal forest. Your host will introduce you to his team of sled dogs and talk about the importance of dog sledding in northern culture and history.
Day 4 : Churchill
Today you will head out onto the Churchill River again in search of more beluga whales by boat. See how curious and friendly these whales really are!
Day 5 : Churchill > Winnipeg
This morning after breakfast, transfer to the Tundra Buggy Dock and board your Tundra Buggy. Head out to the tundra in search of summer polar bears, arctic foxes, hares and more types of plants and flowers than you can imagine growing in the north! In the afternoon spend time exploring Churchill on your own before transferring to the airport for your flight to Winnipeg.
Day 6 : Winnipeg
Tour concludes with checkout from your hotel.
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Pricing
Pricing (per person), CAD
TYPE |
TWIN from |
SINGLE from |
EXTRA from |
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| 2024 | |||
| From |
CA$5,700 |
On Request | |
| 2025 | |||
| From |
CA$6,400 |
On Request |
Departs
| 2024 | 2025 |
| 3, 11, 17, 23 July | 16, 27 July |
| 6, 18 August | 06, 20 August |
Included
• Unescorted group tour (maximum of 40 guests)
• 2 nights’ accommodation Winnipeg
• 3 nights’ accommodation Churchill
• Flights Winnipeg > Churchill > Winnipeg
• 4 breakfasts, 1 lunch
• Canadian taxes
• Gratuities
Important Notes
• Activities are subject to change based on weather conditions
• Please contact us for single supplement pricing or room-sharing availability
• All departures are max 40 group size, except for 14 Aug 2023 which is max 22 group size
Please refer to World Journeys terms & conditions
