You can get as close as 100 meters to polar bear moms and cubs in Churchill on a unique guided trip by Wat’chee Expeditions.
Wat’chee Expeditions provides an opportunity to explore the untouched wilderness of ‘The Polar Bear Capital of the World,’ Churchill.
Wat’chee Expeditions have a rare operating permit from Parks Canada.
This is an up-close adventure where you can get within an impressive 100 meters of polar bear mothers and cubs and discover their fascinating habits, dens and life cycle.
You will be accompanied by expert guides who are indigenous to this area.
During your trip, you can experience a truly unique, Artic, wildlife-viewing experience, with the chance to spot ptarmigans, cunning Artic foxes, caribou herds, and wolves, and later enjoy the spectacular sight of the night sky lit up by the aurora borealis (weather permitting!).
The lodge is located adjacent to Wapusk National Park and is in the World’s largest polar bear denning area. It is open for a limited time each year from mid-February to late March.
The lodge is a full-service, non-consumptive haven 40 miles south of Churchill, allowing you to immerse yourself in the beauty of this region. It is a refurbished navy communications base perched 300 feet atop an ancient beach ridge.
Wat’chee Expeditions is owned and operated by brothers Michael and Morris Spence.
Your experience includes local Indigenous food, such as Caribou, Ptarmigan and Bannock., and learning about the aboriginal culture and Churchill area.
The 2023 expedition season in the world’s largest polar bear denning area will run till March 21st.