This special photo safari takes you into one of the world’s largest polar bear denning areas, Wapusk National Park, for one of the most rarely-seen wildlife experiences. This lodge-based photo safari offers an exclusive opportunity to be one of a select few to see polar bear cubs and their mothers in their natural environment, at a close range. Enjoy shimmering Northern Lights at night, after days of observing and photographing precious moments between polar bear mothers and cubs as they explore this winter wonderland. Watch as cubs emerge from snowy maternity dens and temporary shelters as they prepare to explore their new world. Capture cubs jumping on patient mothers and playing with their siblings. Witness intimate moments as the tiny cubs cuddle up to their mother for a nap.
Highlights
Witness newborn polar bear cubs emerge from their dens
Enjoy awe-inspiring Northern Lights at night
Observe polar bear denning habitats located within Wapusk National Park
Involves minimal physical effort and is typically associated with leisurely activities. Activities are low-intensity or last less than a few hours each day.
Upon your arrival in Winnipeg, Manitoba, you will be transferred to your airport hotel. Once you have settled into your hotel, you will meet your Arctic Kingdom Expedition Leader and other fellow travelers. At 7 PM, there will be a clothing swap out followed by a briefing at 8 PM, where you will be served complimentary appetizers and a drink.
This adventure begins with an early morning flight to Churchill, Manitoba. On arrival, enjoy lunch at a local restaurant. Following lunch, you will visit the Parks Canada Visitor Centre and Polar Bears International, for educational talks about Wapusk National Park and the Polar Bears you will encounter. Group dinner to follow. After dinner, transfer to the train station where you will board the evening train to Chesnaye, then transfer to the Newborn Polar Bear Cub Lodge, assisted by your expedition Leader.
Spend these days witnessing the grace and majesty of mother polar bears in their natural habitat while their cubs tumble and explore. Guides will scout the polar bear's dens on snowmobiles in advance.
When they find their dens, they radio the location to our heated, tracked vans, offering unprecedented and comfortable access to denning habitats. On some days, we'll enjoy visits to known denning locations, while on other days, we may seek new, unknown dens. Travel time from the lodge to the dens will vary, but you can generally expect a 20 to 60-minute or more drive. Wildlife viewing, including caribou and ptarmigan, is also possible.
Enjoy hot dinners at the lodge, and if the conditions are right, watch the dancing Northern Lights at night.
Transfer back to Churchill where you will receive a town tour and a group lunch. If time before your flight to Winnipeg, you will travel to the Northern Studies Centre, where you will partake in a tour of their state-of-the-art eco-friendly facility. Snacks, souvenir shopping and/or dinner to follow depending on flight departure time to Winnipeg. Transfer to the airport to fly to Winnipeg and overnight at a hotel.
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Prices for are estimated based on inflation. Contact us to confirm pricing and availability for your desired departure date.
Initial deposit is $2200, and most travelers will call our office and pay the deposit with a credit card.
Final payment is due 130 days prior to departure by Bank transfer, check or credit card. All final payments by credit card may be subject to a surcharge and maximum of $20,000 charge
For full cancellation policy details, please contact us for a quote.
Included
8 Breakfasts, 10 Lunches, 10 Dinners
11 Nights Accommodations
Accommodations as listed
Ground transportation as listed
Activities as listed
Meals as listed
Access to a 24-7 Emergency line while traveling
Excluded
Gratuities
Travel Insurance
Personal Expenses
Flight costs (please request a quote)
Additional excursions during free time
Fuel and transportation surcharges (when applicable)
All participants will be required to provide proof of medical insurance while traveling in Canada. Each participant is responsible for any medical expenses and must be covered by their own sickness, accident, and evacuation insurance.
Gratuities at your discretion. A typical gratuity is $100 per Inuit/guide/chef and expedition leader per week.
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Good to ideal period to travel, and many people choose to visit at this time.
Typically not offered during this period because of weather conditions.
The trip was terrific with great planning on your part. Most of the adventures were not mainstream and somewhat off the beaten path which made it especially enjoyable!! We felt taken care of and you all were readily available to respond to questions and issues. I would highly recommend your company and friends have already expressed interest based on our pictures and excitement.
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The response from Adventure Life to my first inquiry was prompt and promising. I worked with Jamie Broeckel, Trip Planner, via text, email, and phone calls- always extremely responsive and thorough with information and explaining the process to arrange a private tour for me to Malaysia Borneo. Within about week, the booking was complete and I made decisions because of Jamie's great customer service , friendly manner, and overall competence on behalf of the company's travel expertise. Now I have an itinerary, additional Trip Planner Assistants, several links for vital information for traveling to Maylasia, etc. Still many details for Sept. trip, but now the heavy lifting is done and I can enjoy the rest of the anticipation and research!! Thanks Jamie- you are amazing!!!!
Susan Campo
3 days ago
The trip was not only memorable for the amount of animals we saw but also for the people and accommodations at the two camps where we stayed. Our first guide, BK, was a wealth of information about the animals, landscape and down to the plants and what they were used for. Everyday out was a learning experience with him. All the people at the camps were gracious and the food was excellent.
Our second camp in the Okavanga was just as good as the first as far as the staff, accommodations, food and animals. After our experience at the first camp we amazed that the high quality remained the same. Our guide, G, made sure we were able to enjoy every experience including a rush through the bush to witness a cheetah and an ensuing hunt that he heard over his radio.
In both camps there were enough guides out that if they saw something the other guides were informed which helped in seeing as much as possible. It was also nice that the concessions were large enough that we did not have vehicles following each other throughout the day.
Normally there is always something in a trip of this length that we think could be improved upon but this is the rare case where we cannot think of anything. From the time we left the States to when we returned it was one of the most hassle free vacations we took.
Perhaps emphasizing the use of the laundry facilities at the camps would be useful because of the luggage restrictions would be the only thing I can think of as an improvement to future clients.
Kenneth Dropek
4 days ago
Mary was so pleasant and professional. She made sure all of our questions were answered.
