Birds, Bears and Belugas
Starting dates:
14, 20, 24 or 29 July 2009
3, 8 or 13 August 2009
© Ian Mitchelhill/Nature Portfolio
Polar Bear
This extraordinary tour to Seal River Heritage Lodge will take you into the northern wilderness for six days of exceptional wildlife viewing, ecological interpretation, fascinating day excursions and delectable food.
Known as the Polar Bear capital of the world, this area is the prime location to see the thousands of beluga whales that make the Hudson Bay their summer home. Both bears and whales, along with an endless array of birds, will be in your backyard - literally.
Day 1
Arrive in Winnipeg and transfer to the beautiful Hotel Fort Garry, a true landmark of this Prairie City.
Day 2
A full day to explore Winnipeg, including the magnificent Manitoba Museum.
Day 3
Fly north to Churchill. You will be greeted upon arrival and escorted to the Aurora Inn. Enjoy free time to explore the town and get your 'bear'ings.
Guide Price: £ 3,995 per person (based on two persons in twin share)
Single Supplement: £ 1,245 per person
Deposit: £ 500 per person
Single room requested at time of booking (may not always be available)
The price includes:
- Three nights accommodation Winnipeg (Hotel Fort Garry or similar)
- Five nights accommodation Seal River Heritage Lodge
- One night accommodation Churchill
- Airfare Winnipeg/Churchill/Winnipeg
- Return air charter from Churchill to Seal River Lodge
- Transfers in Churchill
- All meals and services while at lodge
- Tours as indicated at lodge
The price does not include:
- Tours or transfers other than indicated
- Airport Transfers
- Meals other than indicated
- Items of a personal nature
- Insurance
- Gratuities
Day 4
This morning you will be transferred to Landing Lake where you will take a float plane along the winding Hudson Bay coast to Seal River, your home for the next five nights. A thorough orientation of life in Polar Bear Country will be given, and the afternoon is yours to explore the lodge and relax!
Days 5 to 8
Each day there will be a tour from the lodge, its choice dependant on the weather and tidal conditions. We will head out to see hundreds of Beluga Whales in the Churchill River, explore the coastal flats by Tundra Tracker vehicle, trekking and walking tours to get intimately involved with the local flora and fauna, and in the evenings (hopefully!), the opportunity to watch spectacular displays of the Aurora Borealis. There are also sea kayaks and canoes available, and even the possibility of going diving with the whales, as dry-suits are also ready and waiting for you at Seal River! Your time at this gorgeous facility will be bound by the rhythm of your surroundings, the interests of you and your fellow guests will guide the choice of activities, and above all you will come to feel a part of this remarkable lodge. Each evening, life revolves around the fireplace as you will come together with your hosts and the naturalist experts and talk about your day's activities and the rich natural life of the area. It will be a most memorable experience, and one that will stay with you for your lifetime.
Day 9
Following breakfast on this last day, you will return by air to Churchill. There are a number of tours available to you, depending on your interest and the departure time of your flight to Winnipeg. Once back in the south, you will transfer to your hotel for the overnight stay.
Day 10
Transfer to the airport for your onward or homebound flight.
This morning you will be transferred to Landing Lake where you will take a float plane along the winding Hudson Bay coast to Seal River, your home for the next five nights. A thorough orientation of life in Polar Bear Country will be given, and the afternoon is yours to explore the lodge and relax!
Days 5 to 8
Each day there will be a tour from the lodge, its choice dependant on the weather and tidal conditions. We will head out to see hundreds of Beluga Whales in the Churchill River, explore the coastal flats by Tundra Tracker vehicle, trekking and walking tours to get intimately involved with the local flora and fauna, and in the evenings (hopefully!), the opportunity to watch spectacular displays of the Aurora Borealis. There are also sea kayaks and canoes available, and even the possibility of going diving with the whales, as dry-suits are also ready and waiting for you at Seal River! Your time at this gorgeous facility will be bound by the rhythm of your surroundings, the interests of you and your fellow guests will guide the choice of activities, and above all you will come to feel a part of this remarkable lodge. Each evening, life revolves around the fireplace as you will come together with your hosts and the naturalist experts and talk about your day's activities and the rich natural life of the area. It will be a most memorable experience, and one that will stay with you for your lifetime.
Day 9
Following breakfast on this last day, you will return by air to Churchill. There are a number of tours available to you, depending on your interest and the departure time of your flight to Winnipeg. Once back in the south, you will transfer to your hotel for the overnight stay.
Day 10
Transfer to the airport for your onward or homebound flight.