Every year, hundreds of polar bears gather on the shores of Hudson Bay in anticipation of the coming winter and their trek onto the frozen bay in search of food. Come to the wild and rugged region of Churchill, Manitoba for an up-close look at these awesome creatures. Have an opportunity to view other wildlife like the Arctic wolf, snowy owls, and caribou. Meet the resident Inuit people and learn about their way of life. Enjoy time in Winnipeg, and a visit to the Manitoba Museum, which delves into the history and environment of the province from its northern Arctic coast to its southern prairie grasslands.     

• In the company of expert zoologists Diana Weinhardt and Joanne Simmerson, marvel at the bears from the safety and comfort of your tundra buggy.
• Examine the local Inuit culture and art at the Eskimo Museum.
• At the Parks Canada Interpretive Centre, learn about the effect of climate change on the region with Ecosystem Scientist, Wan Lee.
• Meet Richard Romaniuk, District Supervisor of the Manitoba Conservation/Polar Bear Alert Program, for a discussion of the on-going preservation efforts of the polar bear.

Day 1: Winnipeg, Manitoba
Arrive in Winnipeg, Manitoba. Check in to your hotel.

Day 2: Winnipeg
Today, enjoy a full day sightseeing tour of Winnipeg. Visit the Fort Whyte Center, which features over 400 acres of lakes, forest, and wetland prairies. Explore the indoor as well as the outdoor facilities including the Bison prairie. This afternoon visit the Manitoba Museum to view the Hudson Bay Company archives and exceptional artifacts from the fur trade era. This evening gather for an opening lecture. A festive welcome dinner will follow. (B, L, D)

Day 3: Winnipeg - Churchill
This morning take a short flight to Churchill. Named for John Churchill, head of Hudson Bay Company and 1st Duke of Marlborough, Churchill sits between the boreal forest to the south and the Arctic tundra to the north. Visit the Cape Merry National Historic Site and the Polar Bear Compound. Later, visit the Eskimo Museum where you will gain insight on the history of the resident Inuit and learn about their adaptive way of life in the far north. (B, L, D)

Day 4: Churchill
In the company of expert field zoologists, climb into your heated tundra buggy for your first opportunity to observe the magnificent polar bears. Spend the day viewing the bears up close. See how their magnificent coats reflect light and learn about their incredible sense of smell, allowing them to hunt seals in the frozen landscape. (B, L, D)

Day 5: Churchill
Enjoy another opportunity to view the polar bears in the morning. Then, learn about the Manitoba Conservation/Polar Bear Alert Program, which focuses on the protection of the bears and helping the resident Inuit population live in harmony and safety among them. (B, L, D)

Day 6: Churchill - Winnipeg
Visit to the Parks Canada Interpretive Centre. Here you will explore the exhibits of history, culture, and wildlife of the area. Then gather for an exclusive lecture on the effects of climate change in the region This afternoon board your return flight to Winnipeg. After checking into your hotel enjoy a festive farewell dinner. (B, L, D)

Day 7: Winnipeg - Tour Concludes

Stay a little longer...ask us about pre or post nights.

• Sample air inclusive rate is subject to availability and may vary by airline, flight number or routing.
• Days and tour features are interchangeable.
• The inter-flights are included in the cost of your tour.
• Itinerary is subject to change for optimal viewing of the polar bears. Wildlife sightings are never guaranteed.
• Due to tour scheduling, your flight on Day 1 should arrive prior to 4:00 p.m.
• Proper identification is required for entry into Canada. All travelers should check with the appropriate foreign consulate for additional entry requirements.