This summer tour to the north will introduce you to the flora, fauna and history of one of Manitoba's most unique towns. Highlights include the migrating Beluga Whales at the mouth of the Churchill River, an interpretation of the Hudson’s Bay Company and a Tundra Buggy excursion. This tour is locally guided.
Day 1: Arrive in Winnipeg and transfer to your hotel. Explore the vibrant Exchange District and the historic Forks area. Stroll the river promenade and the scenic Esplanade Riel Bridge.
Day 2: Board Calm Air for your northbound flight to Churchill. Upon arrival, you will be met at the airport and transferred to your accommodation. Sample regional cuisine this evening at one of the many local restaurants. Arctic Char, caribou or "Tundra Tea" are popular options in the north!
Day 3: Discover Churchill’s legacy on a Cultural and Historical Tour. Explore the town and visit local attractions such as Cape Merry, the Port of Churchill and the Polar Bear Compound. Later today you will join a three-hour boat tour to view the pods of Beluga Whales. These magnificent, playful creatures migrate along the coast of the Hudson Bay, and thousands may be in the mouth of the Churchill River at any one time. The boats are equipped with onboard hydrophones that magnify the vocalizations of these whales. This boat tour makes a stop for an interpretive tour at the historic Fort Prince of Wales. (B)
Day 4: This morning offers free time to visit the Parks Canada display and sample a pastry at the renowned Gypsy Bakery. Spend time at the Eskimo Museum, housing the world’s largest collection of Inuit artifacts dating from pre-Dorset, Dorset, Thule and modern Inuit times. A Tundra Buggy tour has been arranged this afternoon, allowing a rare opportunity to travel across the Wildlife Management Area in this giant vehicle. You may spot Ptarmigan, Arctic Fox, Snowy Owl, and possibly even Caribou or a Polar Bear! (B)
Day 5: Enjoy a second excursion with the “Sea Canaries of the North” on a two-hour zodiac tour. This gives you an up-close encounter with the friendly belugas! You will have some free time to shop for souvenirs before your transferring to the airport for your return flight to Winnipeg. Overnight accommodation has been arranged at the Four Points Sheraton Hotel, located at the Winnipeg Airport. (B)
Day 6: Your tour concludes upon check-out this morning.
The order of the tours in the itinerary may be amended for scheduling purposes. Rail option is available either one-way or round trip. Please contact us for details.
