Introduction

If birds and polar bears are what you want to see, I recommend our Bears n Birds Safari, an 8 day/7 night trip from Winnipeg to the Hudson Bay in July and August. 

On this trip you will actually walk with polar bears - and live to tell the tale! You'll go beluga whale watching by zodiac or kayak and explore the area, looking for other Arctic wildlife, as well as a variety of migratory and shore birds.

Most of your time will be spent at a lodge near the Seal River Estuary, located 60km north of Churchill, Manitoba.  The fenced-in compound, viewing platforms and tower lend themselves to unique photography opportunities as wildlife approach to check out the sights, sounds and smells of the lodge.  Daily excursions are lead resident naturalist guides, who know the area like the back of their hand.

Sustainability is a both a driving principle and a necessity at the lodge, which was built using mostly local lumber and recycled materials. Solar power supplies most energy. Food waste is composted, and all non-recyclable trash is flown to Churchill to be disposed of properly.  Emphasis is on leaving a light footprint: instead of using enclosed tundra vehicles, guests walk with the wildlife on most outings at the lodge.

To join this tour contact Safari Specialist, Christine Boecker on 1877 739 3653 or chris@travelboecker.com

Day

Accommodation

Destination

Duration

Basis

day 0

The Grand Winnipeg Airport Hotel Winnipeg

1 night

HB

day 1

Seal River Heritage Lodge Churchill

5 nights

FB+

day 6

The Grand Winnipeg Airport Hotel Winnipeg

1 night

D

Key

HB: Half Board - Dinner, Bed and Breakfast

FB+: Full Board Plus - Dinner, Bed, Breakfast, Lunch and Activities

D: Dinner

 

Winnipeg: The Grand Winnipeg Airport Hotel

Churchill: Seal River Heritage Lodge

Winnipeg: The Grand Winnipeg Airport Hotel

Fast Facts

8 Days / 7 Nights

Reference Number: TvB

Special Interests: Polar Bears, Birding, Belugas, safari

Price

from C$13,495 per person + 8.5% tax double occupancy
from C$12,195 per child, aged 8 to 12, sharing with an adult

Single guests can  opt to share a room with another person of the same gender at the regular double occupancy rate.

Includes:

  • 2 nights in Winnipeg, Manitoba
  • Round-trip airfare between Winnipeg, Churchill and the lodge
  • 5 nights at Seal River Heritage Lodge
  • 1 day in Churchill to see the museum, fort and polar bear jail
  • All meals, starting with dinner on day 1 and ending with dinner on day 7
  • All scheduled guided excursions, informative lectures and slide shows
  • Rain gear, rubber boots (up to men’s size 13), winter gear (rental), and gear for use during marine excursions

Excludes:

  • Airfare to Winnipeg, MB
  • Items of a personal nature
  • Gratuities

Winnipeg: The Grand Winnipeg Airport Hotel

Churchill: Seal River Heritage Lodge

Winnipeg: The Grand Winnipeg Airport Hotel

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