Nestled in the heart of polar bear country, Churchill Wild offers a unique opportunity to embark on polar bear walking safaris at three luxurious ecolodges along Canada’s Hudson Bay coast. Founded by Mike and Jeanne Reimer, Churchill Wild has a rich family history in the area dating back over 80 years. This venture into the wilderness has earned Churchill Wild over 460 five-star reviews on Tripadvisor and numerous prestigious travel awards, setting the stage for an unforgettable adventure.
Guests start their journey with a flight from Winnipeg to Churchill, Manitoba, where they can stay at the Blueberry Inn before boarding a flight to one of three fly-in polar bear lodges: Seal River Heritage Lodge, Nanuk Polar Bear Lodge, or Dymond Lake Ecolodge. These lodges are beautifully crafted with local materials, primarily powered by solar energy, and strategically located along the Hudson Bay coast, right in the path of the polar bear highway from July through November.
The experience at Churchill Wild lodges is characterized by exceptional comfort, personalized customer service, and mouthwatering tundra-inspired cuisine. The cozy rooms with ensuite bathrooms, timber frame lounges with fireplaces, and stunning views of the Hudson Bay coast create a perfect blend of luxury and wilderness. The culinary delights are a highlight, with meals prepared using locally sourced ingredients and recipes from the award-winning “Blueberries & Polar Bears” cookbook series.
Churchill Wild ensures that walking with polar bears is a meticulously planned and safely managed experience. Their expert guides lead guests on daily excursions, maintaining a safe distance and using non-invasive deterrents to manage any curious bears. With a three-guide system and stringent safety protocols, Churchill Wild has maintained a pristine safety record over three decades. This commitment to excellence is reflected in the various accolades and awards received by Churchill Wild over the years.
What sets Churchill Wild apart is its ground-level encounters with polar bears and other Arctic wildlife, allowing guests to connect deeply with nature in its purest form. Unlike traditional tours that rely on buggies or ships, Churchill Wild offers an intimate and exclusive experience that is both transformative and rare. The focus is not on opulence but on the authenticity and rarity of the encounter, setting the gold standard for polar bear tours and safaris worldwide.
For those seeking a bucket-list luxury wilderness adventure, Churchill Wild provides a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to walk with polar bears and create cherished memories that will last forever. With limited availability for summer 2024 and 2025, now is the perfect time to embark on this extraordinary journey into the wild with Churchill Wild.
