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Sample Itinerary Hudson Bay
2021
POLAR BEAR MOTHER & CUB BY RAMONA BOONE
This Summer Dual Lodge Safari provides guests with the incredible opportunity to
experience the best access to polar bears, beluga whales, black bears, wolves, northern
lights, myriad bird species and other Arctic wildlife. Daily excursions to walk with polar bears
and other Arctic wildlife, informative evening presentations by wildlife guides and of course,
famous tundra-inspired cuisine are among the wonderful features on offer!
Your tour at a glance…
Arrive in Winnipeg, overnight at THE GRAND Winnipeg Airport Hotel
Day 1 near Lakeview
Depart on flight Winnipeg for Churchill and then flight to Seal River
Day 2 Heritage Lodge
Day 3, 4 & 5 Daily excursions from Seal River Heritage Lodge
Depart Seal River Heritage Lodge on a charter flight to Nanuk Polar
Day 6 Bear Lodge
Day 7, 8 & 9 Daily excursions from Nanuk Polar Bear Lodge
Depart Nanuk Polar Bear Lodge for return to Churchill and then on to
Day 10 THE GRAND hotel
Day 11 Day of departure
Your tour in detail…
Arrive in Winnipeg, overnight at THE GRAND Winnipeg
Day 1 Airport Hotel by Lakeview
Today you will arrive in Winnipeg, where you will enjoy a relaxing stay at THE GRAND
Winnipeg Airport Hotel near Lakeview. At 7:00 pm a dinner will be held at the hotel, where
you will meet your group and your adventure specialist. You will need your rest for your
early morning departure to Churchill.
Includes: Dinner
Depart on flight Winnipeg for Churchill and then flight
Day 2 to Seal River Heritage Lodge
Today your adventure begins… you will depart Winnipeg for Churchill early in the morning on
Calm Air International. Upon your arrival in Churchill you will transfer to a private charter for
your flight to Seal River Heritage Lodge. You may have some excellent opportunities for
aerial photography during the flight, so make sure you have your camera ready!
Upon arrival at Seal River Heritage Lodge, your hosts will provide a tour and show you to
your room to get settled. Lunch is served shortly after your arrival, and you will then be
given an orientation regarding your stay in Polar Bear country.
Includes: Breakfast, lunch and dinner
Day 3, 4 & 5 Daily excursions from Seal River Heritage Lodge
Each morning after a hot breakfast, your guides will outline a plan for the day’s excursions.
Your days will typically include morning and afternoon excursions of 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.
If there are bears near the Lodge, your scheduled tours 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. You will also have the opportunity to enjoy a zodiac trip to the
mouth of the Seal River to experience the belugas up close and personal!
Evenings typically include an informative lecture or slide show presentation narrated by one
of the 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.
Includes: Breakfast lunch dinner
AURORA BOREALIS BY CHARLES GLATZER
Depart Seal River Heritage Lodge on a charter flight to
Day 6 Nanuk Polar Bear Lodge
Time to pack up and move to your new home, Nanuk Polar Bear Lodge. The property is
about 250 km southeast of Churchill and the 90-minute charter flight will include a fly over of
York Factory, the hub of the historic fur trade. Upon arrival, you will once again be met by
the staff and given the opportunity to settle into your rooms.
Includes: Breakfast lunch dinner
Day 7, 8 & 9 Daily excursions from Nanuk Polar Bear Lodge
Nature trekking, Polar Bears & Magnificent photographic opportunities…
Breakfast will generally be served at 8:00 a.m. and your outings will begin at about 9:30
a.m. If there are bears near the Lodge your tour may be delayed to take advantage of the
photo and observation opportunities. The option is also always available for anyone to stay
behind to take photos of the wildlife around the Lodge and relax. Daily outings may include
the following, depending on weather and ground conditions;
The average day includes morning and afternoon excursions with lunch served either
at the Lodge or out on the trail.
An ATV coastal tour, with emphasis on safety and low environmental impact, to the
tidal flats and Hudson Bay shoreline. Lunch and a tea boil are served around a
campfire.
A full day tour of the coastline of Hudson Bay to photograph polar bears and other
abundant wildlife in their unique environment. Lunch and a tea boil are served around
a campfire. After lunch you will explore the river deltas and coastal eskers.
Staying close to the Lodge to take advantage of opportunities that present themselves
as the day unfolds, to photograph the King of the Arctic and other wildlife. Visitors are
invited to immerse themselves in the Arctic environment. Lunch is served at the Lodge
on this day.
POLAR BEAR VIEWING BY CHARLES GLATZER
Appetizers and cocktails are served at 6:00 p.m. and dinner is served at 7:00 p.m. During
the evening there will be an informative lecture, slide show presentation, or informal visiting.
Vigilant staff will monitor Aurora Borealis after dark if conditions are optimal and will provide
a gentle wake-up call to ensure you don’t miss any opportunities to witness and photograph
this spectacular Arctic phenomenon.
Includes: Breakfast, lunch and dinner
Depart Nanuk Polar Bear Lodge for return to Churchill
Day 10 and then on to THE GRAND hotel
Last minute wildlife viewing and reminiscing in Winnipeg…
After another hearty Lodge breakfast, you will begin air transfers back to Churchill. Have
your cameras ready for the return flight as it affords excellent opportunities for great aerial
shots. Today is your last day in Churchill.
Upon your return to Churchill, our representative will store your luggage. The balance of the
day is then free for browsing the shops and exhibits of Churchill. Local places such as Cape
Merry, the Port of Churchill, the Eskimo Museum, the Polar Bear Holding Compound
(otherwise known as the Polar Bear Jail), as well as the Parks Canada exhibit are all of great
interest.
Your flight south to Winnipeg will take place this evening. Upon your arrival into Winnipeg,
collect your bags and settle in at THE GRAND Airport Hotel for a restful night filled with
cherished memories.
Includes: Breakfast, lunch and dinner
Day 11 Day of departure
Today you will fly home on your own travel arrangements, marking the end of your
adventure and the beginning of a lifetime of savouring the experiences of the Arctic.
Includes: breakfast
POLAR BEAR BY RUDOLF HUG
Cost overview…
$18,640 CAD plus 8.5% tax per person sharing
This all-inclusive 11 day package includes return airfare from Winnipeg to Churchill and out
to the lodges, four nights at Seal River Lodge, four nights at Nanuk Lodge, a pre and post
tour stay in Winnipeg, as well as all the meals and activities as outlined in the itinerary.
Your accommodations…
Recent inclusions to National Geographic Unique Lodges of the World, both Seal River
Heritage Lodge and Nanuk Polar Bear Lodge are located in the heart of polar bear territory.
Seal River Heritage Lodge
Seal River Heritage Lodge maximizes ground-level polar bear and wildlife viewing and offers
spectacular coastal views of Hudson Bay via nature trails, a lodge viewing tower and
expansive picture windows.
Nanuk Polar Bear Lodge Nanuk Polar Bear Lodge is located 250 km southeast of Churchill, Manitoba on the Hudson Bay coast near the historic York Factory. A proud destination due to the phenomenal wildlife access it provides. Recent upgrades to Nanuk Polar Bear Lodge include a new lounge and dining area with panoramic views of Hudson Bay, and a cosy fireplace for added ambiance. Heated private guest rooms with en-suite bathrooms are cosy, wild and perfectly comfortable.
Important information…
Payment
In the event of a go ahead we will require a non-refundable 30% deposit and the balance to be
settled 3 months prior to arrival.
We may have to impose more stringent payment and cancellation terms, should that be
demanded of us by any of our individual suppliers that have been included in your itinerary.
The tour price is fixed in the currency quoted. Should you wish to pay in another currency
(payments can be made either in USD or ZAR) the actual cost in the other currency will be calculated
according to prevailing exchange rates at the time of final invoicing. We use the exchange rate of the
day with a 3% margin (the typical exchange rate applied by credit card companies), using this
source: http://www.oanda.com – the currency quoted is plugged into the “Currency I Want” and the
INTERBANK +/- is adjusted to 3% automatically generating the rate of the day. Guests are given 7
days to process with wire, after which we may need to update the exchange rate.
Please note
• Upon confirmation of this tour, the cancellation policy for Bellingham Safaris will be effective
immediately and the parties agree to be bound by the Terms and Conditions as stated in our
booking form. In the event of the Booking Form not being signed, the placement of any
booking/s, by any means including e-mail, shall be deemed to be confirmation that the Terms and
Conditions have been read, understood, any queries have been addressed to the
satisfaction of the parties and that the parties agree to be bound by thereto.
• Scheduled tour prices are based on group numbers and should the need arise there may be
a small group supplement. However if this does occur you have the right to cancel your tour
without incurring any cancellation charges as long as you notify Bellingham Safaris within 7 days
of the announcement. The announcement will be made prior to final invoicing.
• Rates quoted are subject to change if there are any increases in park fees, fuel, sales tax or
VAT, third-party services, currency fluctuations or any other circumstances beyond our control.
We will use our best endeavours to bring such changes to your attention, but you are
nevertheless bound thereby.
• Prices are subject to unforeseen increases in tour related costs. Should an amendment in a
routing or itinerary be necessary, we will adjust the price but such adjustment will be for your
account.
• If the number of nights or dates of travel or number of participants should change, this
may have an effect on the cost. We will re-cost accordingly and you agree to be bound by such
re-costing.
• Please be sure to carefully check your visa requirements before your intended date of travel,
as Bellingham Safaris cannot be held responsible should the necessary visa requirements not
be fulfilled. Please remember that in some cases you may need to apply for a multiple entry visa.
Please be sure to carefully check your passport requirements before your intended date of
travel, as Bellingham Safaris cannot be held responsible should the necessary number of blank
pages and passport validity dates not be fulfilled.
• Please consult your physician before you travel for advice on vaccinations and
prophylaxis.
• Bellingham Safaris strongly advises that you take out comprehensive travel insurance
covering yourself for personal effects, cancellation and curtailment. Personal accident, medical
and emergency travel expense insurance is mandatory on any of our tours. Some activities and
services may have weight and/or height restrictions per guest. For the sake of your own
comfort, please advise us at time of booking if you are particularly bulky or tall and we will do our
best to accommodate you. Please note additional costs may apply.
• Luggage restrictions are applicable including the use of hard suitcases. Details of luggage
restrictions per region are available on our pre-departure documentation. Should your weight be
above the limit set by an airline, a surcharge may be applicable, over and above the quoted tour
price. Please peruse all flight information supplied by the airline concerned.
• Some flights may involve stops before reaching the final destination. Please check your
itinerary and all flight information supplied by the airline concerned.
• Although we will try to stick as closely to the itinerary as possible and include all the activities
mentioned there may be changes due to weather or other unforeseen circumstances.
Flights, times and routes are subject to change without notice. Please make sure that you
are aware of the check-in times for flights and give yourself ample time in this regard.
• Please advise us prior to booking should you have any health concerns. Also please notify us
if your age is above 80 as you may require a doctor’s certificate.
• There may be some age restrictions with certain activities, most notably canoe rides and
walking.
All accommodations, activities and other services are subject to availability at the time of
booking.
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