BELUGAS, BEARS & BLOOMSSummer is the perfect time to visit Churchill, Manitoba! During the summer months of July and August, the Churchill River is home to thousands of beluga whales that migrate into the area to feed and give birth.
You will experience the beauty of the beluga song by boat and zodiac, for the more adventurous, you can get up close and personal on a beluga whale snorkelling or kayaking adventure, just ask our Travel Counsellors how!
Back on dry land, a Tundra Buggy® safari in the Churchill Wildlife Management Area completes your adventure. Enjoy the chance to see the tundra as you’ve never imagined it - blooming with colourful flowers and teeming with wildlife! You may even catch a glimpse of the first summer polar bears as they migrate into the area.
Itinerary Highlights
Get up close to the beluga whales while exploring the Churchill River on a Coast Guard approved vessel and by zodiac.
Enjoy the colourful blooms and search for lazy summer polar bears on a world-famous Tundra Buggy in the Churchill Wildlife Management Area.
Explore the museums and shops of the town of Churchill.
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BELUGAS, BEARS & BLOOMS FAQQ: What is there to do in Churchill on our free time?A: There are a variety of gift shops to visit in Churchill such as Fifty Eight North, which features items from the Hudson’s Bay Company Collection, Canada Goose, and Tundra Buggy merchandise. You can also visit the Town Centre Complex which holds most of the town’s amenities such as the library, hockey arena, curling rink, swimming pool, gymnasium, bowling alley, movie theater, indoor playground and fitness centre. Be sure to stop at the Canada Post Office to get a “Churchill - Polar Bear Capital of the World” stamp on your passport. You can also book a beluga snorkelling or kayaking adventure as an add-on to your trip - just ask our travel counsellors for more information.
Q: Are there bugs in Churchill during the summer?A: Bugs can be really bad in the Summer in and around Churchill. We recommend bringing a bug hat, bug jacket and bug spray for the less windy days.
Q: How do we get around Churchill?A: Churchill is a very small town and every restaurant and store is within walking distance from your hotel. Although there are fewer bears in the area during the summer, we always ask our guests to be aware of their surroundings when walking around town. A taxi service is also available in Churchill for guests who require extra assistance getting around (204-675-2345).
Q: What are the hotels like?A: The small, locally-owned hotels in Churchill are very basic but they are clean, comfortable and centrally located to all amenities. All hotels have Internet access.
Q: What are the restaurants like?A: The restaurants in Churchill are locally-owned and each menu has a variety of delicious, unique items. Depending on your level of trip your meals may or may not be included in the tour cost.
SUMMER IN CHURCHILLBELUGASDuring July and August, over 4,000 beluga whales journey to the Churchill River to feed and give birth. Belugas are extremely social animals, playful with each other and exhibit curiosity about humans and boats. They are often referred to as “Canaries of the Sea” because of their cheerful whale song.
POLAR BEARSOnce the ice of the Hudson Bay breaks up in spring, the polar bears are forced on to land where they begin their “walking hibernation.” It is far less likely to see a polar bear during the summer months than in October and November. If you do see a polar bear, chances are it will be sleeping or moving slowly in the distance.
BLOOMS AND BIRDSChurchill is home to over 500 varieties of flora and fauna. They bloom in bright colours during the spring and summer. Plant life around Churchill includes: fireweed, cloudberry, arctic blue grass, cotton grass, red bearberry, mountain-aven, sea-lime grass, dry-ground cranberry, and orchids. In addition to the belugas, bears and blooms, Churchill is also a bird watchers paradise with over 250 species migrating through the area, including: plovers, ptarmigan, grebes, pacific loons, Ross’s Gull, and sandpipers.
Churchill weather in summer is often warm but temperature can vary as strong winds off the Hudson Bay can push the temperature down several more degrees. The temperature can also feel much cooler on the water while on boat excursions. Dressing in layers is the best way to be comfortable. Temperatures range anywhere from 5 ºC to 20 ºC (41 ºF to 68 ºF).
• Binoculars• Moisturizer and lip-balm• Sunglasses• Personal hygiene
products• Bug repellent• Bug jacket
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Summer in Churchill at 58º North
Weather Conditions
More Information on Belugas, Bears & BloomsEach guest is allowed two pieces of checked luggage weighing a combined total of 70 pounds. Soft sided luggage is preferred. Each guest is also allowed one carry-on item and one personal item weighing no more than 20 pounds. Please note that storage space inside the aircraft is limited and guests may be asked to store their carry on items in valet service for the duration of the flight. Visit www.frontiersnorth.com/gear-rentals for more information on what to wear.
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