July – August
Summer – Bears and Belugas
The new normal
Why summer bears?
With unpredictable ice conditions, polar bears have changed their lives to adapt. The result is a dramatic increase in the number of bears summering near Churchill – and a new glimpse into their lives on shore.
In summer, as the ice breaks up, bears swim ashore and are often seen near fields of blooming purple fireweed and the cool waters of Hudson Bay. Besides the bears, the tundra comes alive with wildflowers, arctic hares, caribou, foxes and a variety of birds. Temperatures range from 0 °C to 25 °C – and yes, there are mosquitoes.
Churchill River
Thousands of beluga whales
Thousands of belugas summer in the Churchill River to socialise, feed and raise their young. These curious whales swim beside, behind and under our boats – face to face with the ‘canaries of the sea’.
Our zodiacs are privately chartered just for our groups, so we can time each excursion to tides, weather and wildlife activity.
Summer in the Arctic is waiting
Get up close with polar bears, marvel at the Northern Lights and experience the breathtaking beauty of the tundra. Your adventure of a lifetime starts here.