POLAR BEAR MOTHER & NEWBORN CUBS SAFARI

Highlights

Be one of only a few dozen photographers and guests annually to see newborn polar bear cubs emerge from their dens.
Witness awe-inspiring Northern Lights at night.
Unique tracked, heated and small vehicles offer unprecedented, comfortable access to the polar bear denning habitat located within Wapusk National Park.

WITNESS THE JOY OF NEWBORN POLAR BEAR CUBS EMERGING FROM DENS FOR THE FIRST TIME

Immerse yourself in the world’s largest polar bear denning region for one of the rarest wildlife experiences on our polar bear photo safari. Be one of the select few who witnesses newborn polar bear cubs and mothers, safely, at a close range. Feel the exhilaration as the cubs take their first steps in the snow as their mothers introduce them to the world.

With unique, heated vehicles, this lodge-based expedition provides unprecedented and comfortable access to denning habitats. Enjoy shimmering Northern Lights at night after days of observing and photographing precious moments between polar bear mothers and their cubs.

Trip Details

2024

2025

Price
CAD $30,680 (tax included)
*per person, based on double occupancy. Flight pricing is subject to change
Location
Wapusk National Park, Manitoba
Travel Package
Flights/Transfers from Winnipeg, MB (YWG) to Churchill, MB (YYQ)
Final Dates

February 26 - March 8, 2024
(Sold Out - Waitlist Only)

Call for details | 1 (877) 614-9990
International Gateway

Winnipeg, MB (YWG)
Group Size
9 (Lodge capacity: 24)
Transportation
Vans on tracks, train
Average Temperature
-40°C to -20°C (-40°F to -4°F)
Daylight
11 hours

Price

CAD $30,680 *per person, based on double occupancy

12-day/11-night Itinerary

Safari/Flight pricing is subject to change based on final flight and itinerary confirmation
Location
Wapusk National Park, Manitoba
Travel Package
Flights/Transfers from Winnipeg, MB (YWG) to Churchill, MB (YYQ)
International Gateway

Winnipeg, MB (YWG)
Tentative Dates

Late February to Early March
Dates to be confirmed

2025 Early Registration
(Inquire for details)

Call for details | 1 (877) 614-9990
Group Size
9 (Lodge capacity: 24)
Transportation
Vans on tracks, train
Average Temperature
-40°C to -20°C (-40°F to -4°F)
Daylight
11 hours

Day 1

Arrive in Winnipeg, Manitoba and transfer to an airport hotel. Once settled into your hotel, join your Arctic Kingdom Expedition Leader and become acquainted with your travel companions. Clothing swap out will be at 7 PM followed by a briefing at 8 PM served with complimentary appetizers and a drink.

Day 2

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.

Day 3-10

Spend these days witnessing the grace and majesty of mother polar bears in their natural habitat while their cubs tumble and explore. On snowmobiles, guides will scout the polar bear's dens 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.

Day 11

Transfer back to Churchill where you will receive a town tour followed by 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.

Day 12

Wake up in Winnipeg and have one last group dinner prior to departing Winnipeg for home.

Accommodations

NEWBORN POLAR BEAR CUBS LODGE

A refurbished naval communications base, the Newborn Polar Bear Cub Lodge stands almost 100 m/ 300’ on top of an old beach ridge, located just south of Churchill, Manitoba. Isolated in the middle of the tundra, the lodge is as self-sufficient and “off grid”. This rustic lodge provides some of the world’s best access to polar bear mothers and newborn cubs in Wapusk National Park.

Features:

Single, double and quad rooms are available
Wood-burning fireplace in the central lounge
A sauna is available, but please note showers are not available, due to remote location
Electric power provided by onsite generators

Included

Meals: All meals (Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner) while in Churchill & The Lodge
Appetizers and a drink will be provided during your briefing at 8 PM on day 1
Accommodations:
9 nights, Newborn Polar Bear Cub Lodge
2 nights, hotel in Winnipeg
Round-trip train ticket from Churchill, MB to Chesnaye, MB

Not Included

Meals enroute to/from the lodge, unless noted
Tips, gratuities, personal expenses
Travel, medical and evacuation insurance
Additional costs associated with weather and/or layovers in Winnipeg or Churchill

Trip Overview

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What you can expect from the safari from start to finish.

With over 20 years of Arctic and expedition experience, we at Arctic Kingdom have been asked all kinds of questions. We understand that many of our guests have never partaken in an experience quite like our safaris, nor been on an Arctic getaway before. We want to take this opportunity to make each of our guests feel comfortable and well prepared for their upcoming safari.

We’ve compiled a list of the top questions paired up with answers based on our knowledge and experience. Visit our FAQ page for all of your questions and answers about our trips to the Arctic:

POLAR BEAR MOTHER & NEWBORN CUBS SAFARI

Highlights