Day 1 Arrive in Churchill
You will be met on arrival at the airport or train station and taken on a cultural/historical tour of the town and surrounding area.
Visit local places of interest such as Cape Merry, the Port of Churchill, the Eskimo Museum, the Polar Bear Holding Compound (otherwise known as the Polar Bear Jail), as well as the Parks Canada exhibit.
This evening you will overnight in one of Churchill’s best hotels, the Aurora Inn.
Day 2 Flight to Seal River Heritage Lodge
Travel to Landing Lake and enjoy a breathtaking aerial tour of the Hudson Bay coast en route to your home for the next 6 days- Seal River Heritage Lodge.
Be prepared to see huge pods of whales, numerous birds, as well as caribou and of course, the great Ice Bears. The Seal River Estuary is a summer favourite for these goliaths and they are regularly seen swimming or basking near the water’s edge.
Upon your arrival, your hosts will provide a tour of the lodge and get you settled into your room. A thorough orientation about being in polar bear country will be provided prior to any outings.
In the next few days, your expert guides will lead you across tundra and sea on a variety of wilderness adventures.
Days 3-6 Lodge Activities
Enjoy several days at Seal River Heritage Lodge All meals are provided, and the following activities are all included:
Marine Tours: Tides and weather permitting there will be up to three expeditions by boat to view beluga whales, seals, seabirds, and polar bears.
Marine tours are conducted in large, nine person inflatable boats, equipped with a hydrophone so that you can listen to the whale songs. Each expedition is a half-day in order to coordinate with the high tides. Both refreshments and lunch will be served aboard.
Expect to see hundreds of whales per outing! Beluga whales are very curious and social and will investigate visitors with a bold courage expressed by few other creatures.
Trekking/Walking Tours: These are a daily part of the program and they range from short jaunts to photograph a passing caribou perhaps, to day trips with a packed lunch. There is no better way to experience the sheer vastness of the Arctic’s flora and fauna.
Nesting bird life, foxdens, wild flowers, and caribou are just a few of the sights you will take in. When polar bears are sighted, your guide will advise you about the best way to maintain a safe viewing distance.
Coast by Buggy: See the Hudson Bay coast on a custom made Tundra Tracker. A day trip in one of these vehicles allows you to cover a lot of shoreline searching out wildlife. Lunch is a picnic en route. There is ample time for exploration and photography of the trail.
Whale Swim and exploration by Zodiac: Take to the bay for the ultimate plunge and join the belugas in their watery world. A selection of dry suits is available to offset the chill of the Hudson Bay.
Ocean Kayaking: Perfect tranquility with only the sound of your dipping paddle and the “sea canaries” is truly awe-inspiring!
Aurora Watching: The northern skies are a perfect ballroom for the Aurora Borealis.
Bird Watching: Over 150 species of birds visit this area and expert guides can help you locate and identify a wide variety. |
Day 7 Return to Churchill
After another hardy lodge breakfast, it is time for one last walk on the tundra before packing. Return by air to Churchill, with excellent opportunities for great aerial shots.
You will arrive in Churchill in time for lunch and your afternoon is then free for browsing the shops of Churchill. Your tour ends here. polar bear experience - birds, bears and belugas | all bear viewing experiences |
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