Churchill Beluga Whale Tour

Tour Information

This summer tour to the sub-Arctic will introduce you to the flora, fauna and history of one of Manitoba’s most unique towns. Highlights include the inquisitive Beluga Whales in the Churchill River, an interpretation of the Hudson’s Bay Company and a Tundra Buggy® excursion.

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.
Overnight: Hotel Fort Garry

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!
Overnight: Bear Country Inn

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 by the thousands in the summer months.
The boats are equipped with stereo hydrophones that magnify the vocalizations of these beautiful white whales. An interpretive tour of the historic Fort Prince of Wales is included.
Overnight: Bear Country Inn

Day 4

This morning offers free time to visit the Parks Canada display and sample a pastry at 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 Arctic hare.
Overnight: Bear Country Inn

Day 5

Enjoy a second excursion with the “Sea Canaries of the North” on a one-hour zodiac tour. You will have time to shop for souvenirs before transferring to the airport for your return flight to Winnipeg. Check-in at your hotel for your final night accommodation.
Overnight: Hotel Fort Garry

Day 6

Your tour concludes upon check out this morning. Check-in at Winnipeg International Airport for your return flight.

Day 7

ARRIVE BACK TO THE UK

What's Included

• Transatlantic schedule flights
• Airfare Winnipeg/Churchill/Winnipeg
• Three nights accommodation Churchill / two nights accommodation Winnipeg
• Return airport transfer in Churchill
• Half day Tundra Buggy® Tour
• Town and Area Tour
• Three hour boat tour / one hour zodiac excursion