Polar Bears of Churchill
Tours from early October to Mid-November
Each year in the fall, along the west shore of Canada's Hudson Bay, one of the world's most fascinating wildlife events occurs. Scores of polar bears gather along the shore near Churchill, Manitoba waiting for the bay to freeze so they can begin the annual hunt for their choice prey, seals.
If one has been fortunate enough to view a documentary that features these Lords of the Arctic, chances are that it was filmed in Churchill from one of the original Tundra Buggies®.
Polar bears are normally solitary creatures but in Churchill, at this time of the year, one can see them gathering and mothers and cubs will often be seen together. Wildlife enthusiasts and photographers throughout the world travel to Churchill in order to witness this remarkable event. There are many ways to see these polar bears, and we actually offer several different options from which to choose.
Alternatives can range from two nights in Churchill with two day-long excursions, to the ultimate polar bear experience.nine nights in the Tundra Buggy Lodge at Cape Churchill, where one gets to "sleep with the bears", and observe them 24-hours a day.
Polar Bears at a glance-2009 Hotel Based Tour Options
Specialist Tours
- Small group size
- More time on the tundra
- Prime bear-viewing dates
- Expert leaders
- Dedicated photography departures
- All Churchill transfers included
- All meals included
Enthusiast Tours
- Cultural activities
- Knowledgeable guides
- Some meals included
- Time for independent exploration
- All Churchill transfers included
- Via Rail Option
Adventurer Tours
- Two full days on Tundra Buggy
- Lunch during the Tundra Buggy tour
- All Churchill transfers included
All prices shown are in Canadian funds. A deposit of $750 CAD is due at the time of booking along with clients' full names. Full payment is due 90 days prior to the tour date. Penalties per person for cancellation are as follows: $300 CAD up to 89 days or more prior to the tour date; 50% of the total cost of the tour 90-61 days prior to the tour date; 100% of the total cost of the tour 60-0 days prior to the tour date.
Should you have any questions or require additional information please e-mail info@heartlandtravel.ca or call Don Finkbeiner or one of our group travel counsellors at (204) 989-9630 (in Winnipeg) or 1-866-890-3377 or fax 204-989-9636.
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