Beluga Whales Tour
CAD $2,999 per person plus Tax
Participants: 8
The Churchill River is the only place in the world where you can get up close and personal with beluga whales in the Arctic. Every summer, about 4,000 beluga whales travel to the Churchill River to feed, mate and give birth.
The adventure start at Churchill
Churchill is a small town with only 800 residents in Manitoba, Canada.
Although Churchill is a popular travel destination in the world, there are no roads that lead here.
Therefor all tourists and supplies must be transported by air or train.
Air travel to Churchill is run by Calm Air. Depart every week Monday, Wednesday, and Friday, at 9:30 am, It takes about 3-1/2 hour to fly from Winnipeg (YWG) – Churchill(YYQ)
One-way flight ticket CAD 864.37 per person
Another option is to enjoy the 45 hours journey by Via Rail Canada, Depart every week Sunday and Tuesday at noon from Winnipeg – Churchill.
One-way Economy – CAD 242 per person
One-way Sleeper – CAD 602 per person
Day 1 - Town tour
Our staff will warmly welcome you at 1 p.m. at the Churchill Airport to start the first day of the Beluga tour.
A two-hour town tour begins after check-in with a fascinating visit to the ‘Eskimo’ Itsanitaq Museum followed by the Polar Bear International research facility and Park Canada Visitors Center, also Learn about the lives of local residents and experience local customs.
Sunset Beluga whale watching
**Weather Permitted**
During the golden twilight, Brendan McEwan will cruise up and down his boat and lead you in search of the curious beluga whales in the Churchill River.
The actual departure time needs to be finalized according to the weather and tide conditions of the day and will be notified two hours before departure on the day.
This itinerary is to be paid by your own expenses
Day 2 - Tundra buggy Day Tour
A Summer Tundra Buggy® Day Tour is one of the best ways to experience the magnificent ecosystems surrounding Churchill. With the most special permits to access the trail network in the Churchill Wildlife Management Area, explore the tundra while your driver provides interpretation about the colourful flora, amazing fauna and incredible history of this unique sub-arctic environment. Experience the summer scenery and scan the landscape for arctic fox, arctic hare, caribou and the first polar bears to return from their annual hunt on the sea ice. Churchill is also an incredible destination for bird lovers, with over 200 different species migrating through the area each summer
Northern lights workshop
**Weather Permitted**
Under clear summer skies, you can watch the colorful artistry of the aurora borealis light up the pitch-black nights.
On each night of the trip, Angela will lead the team to look for the wonderful Northern Lights (if the weather is permitted before 10 pm) and will provide free photos as souvenirs.
Day 3 - Churchill photo tour
At 8 a.m. in the morning, after a full breakfast at the seaport hotel, The Photo Tour will start at 9 a.m. our tour leader- Angela Mak will lead the Group members traveling in a 14 seats 4×4 tourist Bus will have plenty of outdoor exploration time, visit Cape Merry Batters, Miss piggy plane wreck, Polar bear jail, MV Ithaca, the rocket research range, Golf Ball, launch road, greatly increases the chances of catching various rare wild animals such as polar bears, arctic snow foxes, hares, and snowy owls.
Our leader will take photos during the journey to your souvenirs.
Day 4 - Whale watching and Kayaking
**Weather Permitted**
8 a.m. in the morning, After enjoying a full breakfast at the seaport hotel, Brandon McEwan will cruise up and down his boat and lead you in search of the curious beluga whales in the Churchill River. Then 3-hour kayaking or paddle boarding will follow.
The actual departure time needs to be finalized according to the weather and tide conditions of the day and will be notified two hours before departure on the day.
Day 5 - Helicopter ride
**Weather Permitted**
8:00 am in the morning, After a Full Breakfast at the Seaport Hotel, the Hudson Bay helicopter tour is departing at 9:00 am, An unforgettable 45 min flight across the taiga, tundra, and boreal forest take you into the realm of the polar bear. Rarely seen polar bears up to 15oo lb rest and test their strength while patiently waiting for the sea ice to form. Further inland you may see females with their playful cubs.
Along the way, you may see moose, caribou, seal, arctic fox, and many more of the diverse creatures that inhabit this pristine wilderness.
Leaving Churchill
Friday, August 11th
As you say farewell to this world-class adventure, we hope you have found some wonderful souvenirs, experienced our town’s cultural scenery and the entire photography journey will give you memories for a lifetime.
The home to beluga journey is completed and returns you to your warm homes.
Churchill Airport Drop-off at 11:00 am
Full Board Package Deal
All meals at Seaport Hotel are included: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Accommodation at iceberg inn
All Accommodation at iceberg inn is included: Queen or Twin room
Transportation
Airport Shuttle pickup and drop-off is included