7 Days / Starting From $6,595
The Ultimate Churchill Adventure
A Total Immersion into the North, Including Dogsledding and a Helicopter Journey to the Bears’ Dens
This expedition offers a total immersion into the world of the polar bear and the Canadian Far North. Our warm, self-contained Polar Rovers take us into the icy wild to watch the bears hunt, play and interact, entertaining us just feet away from our windows. But our adventure doesn’t end there: We’ll also helicopter to the bears’ denning area and experience the northern boreal wilderness by dogsled. When night falls, watch for the swirling colors of the aurora borealis, as vivid here as any place on earth. “Ultimate Churchill” is the ultimate North.- Encounter the Arctic wilderness by Polar Rover, helicopter and dogsled on our preeminent
Churchill adventure
- Our unsurpassed, newly constructed Polar Rovers provide personal window seats and exclusive mesh platforms for the closest polar bear encounters
- Meet the native peoples of Hudson Bay and learn about their age-old culture and traditions
Location of Adventure
Churchill, Manitoba, Canada
Churchill, Manitoba, Canada
Group Size Limit
Approximately 15 Travelers
A very important feature of this polar bear expedition is the limited group size. Nature is always best experienced in smaller groups and it is particularly important on this expedition so our guests have plenty of room on board the Polar Rovers.
Included
R/T flight from Winnipeg to Churchill, accommodations, all meals (except either lunch or dinner on your final day in Churchill), services of NHA's professional Expedition Leaders and assistants, some gratuities, helicopter flight, dog sledding excursion, evening wildlife and cultural presentations, permits & park fees, all taxes and service charges.
Not Included
Travel to Winnipeg, some gratuities, alcoholic beverages, lunch or dinner on your final day in Churchill, personal items, airport taxes, travel insurance.
Physical Requirements
Easy / Flexible
A polar bear expedition with Natural Habitat Adventures requires very little to no walking. Polar Rovers can sometimes offer a bumpy ride.
Important Information
This trip is designed for guests who want the fullest experience of the North. We have included daytime Polar Rover trips to see polar bears, a nighttime excursion (with the possibility to view the Northern Lights), dog sledding and a helicopter flight. During our years of experience in Churchill we have forged intimate relationships with the local people, including native Inuit who will teach our guests about the culture, lifestyle and history of the Arctic. Regarding polar bears in general: Polar bears are typically in the Churchill area all year round. The highest concentration occurs in Oct. and Nov. Sometimes the best viewing is in the beginning of the season, sometimes the middle and sometimes the end - we never know for sure. The bears are waiting for Hudson Bay to freeze, and when it does, many of them depart. Historically, this has been in early December, but an unusually early cold spell may occur, hastening their departure.
Getting There & Getting Home
In case of flight or weather delays, we recommend that you arrive a day early and either participate in our Extra Day in Winnipeg program or stay on your own. Our trip begins with a 7:00pm welcome dinner on Day 1. You are free to depart at any time on the final day.
