7 Day Hudson Bay Odyssey

You will depart Winnipeg for Churchill early in the morning. Upon arrival in Churchill, you'll be transferred by private charter for your one-hour flight to Nanuk Polar Bear Lodge. You might even see wildlife on-route to the lodge so keep your cameras ready! Upon arrival, you'll have a quick tour of the lodge and shown your room. Enjoy lunch before heading out on your first excursion, you'll be thoroughly debriefed regarding your stay in polar bear country. Your first day includes an afternoon of exploring the coastline in search of the "Great Ice Bear." Back at the lodge, enjoy appetizer hour followed by one of our signature tundra-inspired meals. Evenings typically include an informative lecture or slide show presentation narrated by one of Churchill Wild's knowledgeable guides or staff. On clear nights, you may also have a chance to view one of the spectacular aurora borealis displays common at this latitude.

Each morning after a hot breakfast, your guides will outline a plan for the day's excursions. If there are bears near the Lodge, your morning tour may be delayed to take advantage of these photo and observation opportunities. The lodge is always staffed, so you also have the option to stay behind and take photos of the wildlife around the Lodge or just relax and enjoy the pristine view. Daily outings may include the following, depending on weather and ground conditions:-Coastal exploration to the tidal flats and Hudson Bay shoreline on foot or one our specially outfitted all-terrain vehicles, another option may be an exploration of the river deltas and vast beach ridges of this pristine area or staying close to the Lodge to take advantage of opportunities to photograph the polar bears and other wildlife. Churchill Wild staff will monitor the skies after dark and provide a gentle wake-up call if the northern lights make an appearance.

After breakfast you will begin your journey back to Churchill. Some amazing aerial shots of the area will be viewable so keep your cameras handy. Before your flight back to Winnipeg you'll spend the day exploring Churchill with a tour guide learning about its rich history as a seaport and ex-military town. Visit the Parks Canada exhibit, the Itsanitaq Museum and the Polar Bear Jail. Have the opportunity to purchase some last-minute souvenirs before your group dinner. Your flight south to Winnipeg will take place this evening.

Today you will depart your hotel and return home.