Churchill, the Arctic port town in Northern Manitoba, Canada, is rightly known as the ‘Polar Bear Capital of the World,’ as many polar bears migrate to the shore in the autumn. Lying on the remote southwestern shore of Hudson Bay, it is surrounded by scenic environments, rugged wilderness, beautiful birds, beluga whales, and other interesting wildlife creatures. With extraordinary natural events, diverse wildlife, and coastal and tundra landscapes, Churchill tours will touch your heart.
Begin your Churchill sightseeing tours with the much-awaited Polar bear viewing. Go for tundra vehicle tours or from the bows of boats to witness the fantastic scenery of the colony of Polar bears, from October to November who migrate to Hudson Bay shores for ice so that they can start hunting for seals again.
After viewing Polar bears, go for Beluga Whale Watching, where from Mid-June to Mid-August, you will see the massive river is filled with pods of playful whales who are delightfully known as the ‘Canaries of the Sea’ due to their melodic clicks and calls. Apart from Polar bears and Beluga whales, you can also view plenty of beautiful birds between May and August; you will get to see huge flocks either nesting in or migrating through the area.
Other than Polar bears, birds, and Beluga whales sightseeing, explore Miss Piggy Plane Wreck, which crashed just outside of Churchill Airport in 1979. Do you know it is named Miss Piggy because of the large loads she used to carry and the rumor that she once transported a cargo of pigs?
The significance of this place is, shortly after take-off on November 3, 1979, this ill-fated plane experienced a drop in oil pressure forcing the pilot to turn around and head back to the airport and surprisingly, the crew of three was injured but survived. And now the C-46 has become a bit of an art project with murals and graffiti covering most of the fuselage.
Implement Churchill historical tours by exploring the Itsanitaq Museum and learn about the history through one of the oldest and most impressive collections of Inuit artifacts in the country. It was opened by Christian missionaries, where you will come across all kinds of interesting exhibits, archaeological findings, centuries-old carvings and kayaks, ancient weapons, and old hunting gear with a taxidermied musk ox, walrus, and polar bear also on display. Also, there are many small but striking sculptures and carvings that depict everyday life and delve into the history and culture of Canada’s indigenous peoples.
Another important stop on your Churchill history tours is the Prince of Wales Fort, a strategic spot just across the Churchill River from town. Take a boat and reach this fort to see the star-shaped fort having stone fortifications and centuries-old cannons. You will also get the opportunity to explore the remains of barracks and workshops and enjoy commanding views over the bay from its parapets.
Engage in the Churchill cultural tours at the excellent Churchill Northern Studies Center, set in a very serene and secluded spot. Learn all about the history and ecology of the North at this center, lying along Hudson Bay at the point where three major biomes meet.
Enjoy your Churchill adventure tours at Wapusk National Park having the breathtaking scenery, nature, and wildlife. The park protects one of the Earth’s most important denning areas for polar bears. Take a tundra vehicle tour or helicopter ride to spot polar bears and other creatures like Arctic foxes, caribou, and wolves sometimes. As well as being an important tradition, mode of transport and sport, dog sledding is now also one of the town’s most popular tourist activities. If you want to try something more thrilling, you can also try dog sledding here, the most popular tourist activity, which you can’t afford to miss.
Uncover the charm of this small port town of Canada with Churchill excursion packages which can manage accommodation, transportation, and guided tours effortlessly and affordably. These vacation packages offer lots of benefits and facilities that will make your Churchill vacation tours memorable.
