 
Northern Lights & Arctic Cultures
A Northern journey of discovery and wonder to view and photograph the northern lights (aurora borealis)!
Trip Overview
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See the Northern Lights in the most aurora-active place on earth
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Journey from southern prairie to far-north tundra on the Hudson Bay Railway
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Discover the culture and traditions of northern native peoples on an array of winter adventures
In the same land that hosts the brief, brilliant summer of beluga whales and the polar bears of autumn, comes an amazing phenomenon that illumines the dark winter skies. The ethereal Northern Lights, also known as the aurora borealis, meaning “north wind of the dawn,” brighten the night in a mystical display of color. Churchill offers one of the best opportunities to see the northern lights in the world. On this grand subarctic adventure, our days are filled with distinctly northern culture and wildlife experiences such as dog sledding, and our nights with the greatest potential to view the aurora borealis on the planet.
Location of Adventure
Churchill, Manitoba, Canada
Group Size Limit: Approximately 14 Travelers
A very important feature of our trips is the limited group size as nature expeditions are best experienced as a small group expedition.
Included
R/T transportation from Winnipeg to Churchill, accommodations, all meals (except those taken aboard the train and either lunch or dinner on your final day in Churchill), NHA's professional Expedition Leaders and assistants, all activities and entrance fees, land transportation, transfers, evening presentations, expedition suits & boots, permits.
Not Included
Travel to and from Winnipeg, gratuities, meals on the train, lunch or dinner on your final day in Churchill, alcoholic beverages, personal items, airport taxes, travel insurance.
Physical Requirements
Easy / Flexible
The Northern Lights & Wildlife program does not require a high degree of physical fitness. However, we will sometimes be exposed to cold weather for moderate periods of time and may walk in deep snow. Some nights we will stay up late to see the northern lights. All of our activities are optional.
Getting There & Getting Home
You should plan to arrive in Winnipeg on Day 1 in time for our 7pm welcome/orientation dinner. On Day 8 of the program, you are free to depart Winnipeg at any time.
Proof of Citizenship
NOTE: BEGINNING JANUARY 8, 2007, ALL U.S. CITIZENS TRAVELING VIA AIR OR SEA WILL REQUIRE A VALID PASSPORT TO ENTER CANADA. Please note that birth certificates and other government-issued photo I.D.’s will NO LONGER be accepted for entry.
Churchill: An Arctic Summer
Our small groups encounter hundreds of beluga whales from our Zodiacs, as well as caribou, polar bears, Arctic fox, and much more on this sub-Arctic expedition!
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Journey to Mexico's butterfly sanctuaries, where you can stand amongst hundreds of millions of these colorful creatures as they complete their remarkable migration.
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2009 Dates*
Full Moon: Feb 9 and Mar 11
Jan 24 - 31
Feb 2 - 9
Feb 11 - 18
Feb 21 - 28
Mar 2 - 9
Mar 11 - 18
Mar 21 - 28
2010 Dates*
Full Moon: Jan 30, Feb 28, Mar 30
Jan 23 - 30
Jan 30 - Feb 6
Feb 8 - 15
Feb 15 - 22
Feb 27 - Mar 6
Mar 6 - 13
2009 Fees
$3,895
Single Supp.: $545
Deposit: $500
Note: Due to train schedules, 2010 dates may change slightly.
Prices are per person based on double occupancy and are given in US Dollars. Fees may increase for 2010.
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