The animals and marine life that live in northern Manitoba are diverse and incredible, and the best (and sometimes only) way to see them is on an Arctic safari.
Here’s a breakdown of some of the wildlife you can meet on an Arctic safari in northern Manitoba.
Polar Bears
The jewel of the northern animals, the polar bear is a truly majestic and powerful creature. Seeing a polar bear in the wild is one life experience you will never forget.
Northern Manitoba is home to one of the few towns in the world where polar bears can be observed in the wild: Churchill. Polar bears can be observed any time of year, but are particularly prominent in October and November when they begin their move from their summer habitat on the tundra back to where pack ice forms over the Hudson Bay. Churchill lies on this migratory path, which is why it provides endless opportunities for polar bear viewing, and why thousands of visitors from across the globe visit each year.
Beluga Whales
Few things in life can compare to seeing a pod of sparkling white beluga whales as they dive and circle around you. With Hudson Bay home to over 57,000 belugas at certain points during the year, the sheer number of whales will leave you mesmerised.
Caribou
Watching a herd of caribou thunder across the tundra is an unforgettable experience, and one you can enjoy in northern Manitoba. The Schmok Lake region, near the Nunavut border, is home to the largest caribou migration in North America. This area is the best place to see the impressive caribou in vast numbers as they move across the plains, trying to steer clear of predatory wolves along the way.
Arctic Fox
One of the most beautiful animals in the north, the arctic fox has developed a thick white coat that blends with its environment to aid in hunting and in evading its predators like the polar bear. The arctic fox is so well adapted to its environment, that it won't start shivering until temperatures reach -34? C. It doesn't have to be that cold for you to see one of these amazing animals in its natural habitat, but you will have to venture onto the wild tundra. There, in Manitoba's north, Arctic foxes are abundant. Even with their superior camouflage, there is a very good chance you will be able to snap a picture of these furry white locals.
Pack your camera and head out on your own Arctic safari with the help of Travel Manitoba.
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Subarctic Discovery: Calgary To Churchill Northern Lights
From CAD 4,599 per person (double occupancy)
5 days / 4 nights
Enjoy a private charter flight from Calgary to Churchill to snowshoe, dogsled and witness one of the seven natural wonders of the world! Venture far from the lights of town on a guided tour to view the stunning aurora borealis, travelling to a new and secluded location each night.
Welcome to the edge of the Arctic – a remote region where polar bears march towards the coastline, wolves play in the barren tundra, and moose drift through frozen forest. Here you’ll experience a seven-day adventure like no other. Your days will be filled with hikes and excursions near the waters of Hudson Bay and into dense boreal forest. Camera in hand, you’ll capture memories of northern wildlife and watch the skies for the aurora borealis – they are highly likely to appear given your location under the aurora oval. In the evenings, cozy up in a remote lodge, enjoying tundra cuisine and impeccable hospitality.
Daily excursions take you beyond the lodge for plenty of photography opportunities. Evenings at the lodge can be just as memorable, with delectable, regional dishes created by your private lodge chef.