Churchill Polar Bear Photo Expedition

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Why Choose Us?

There is a Difference in Polar Bear Photo Tours: Choose Wisely!

Choosing the right polar bear photo tour is crucial if you're set on getting once-in-a-lifetime images. And getting the image comes down to commitment. When you're investing in a nature photography trip as significant as this one, our promise of a superior experience makes all the difference. That's why we want you to be aware of some important facts before you make that key decision:

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   Exclusive Permits Allow Us to Go Where Others Cannot

   The ability to access the permit-only Churchill Wildlife Management Area (WMA) is a vital part of a rewarding polar bear adventure, particularly one focused on photography. While polar bears can appear anywhere in the Churchill region, the best polar bear viewing occurs in the WMA. With our partner Great White Bear Tours, we hold a coveted permit to enter this carefully controlled area. If you want the best possible polar bear photos, you must choose a company that can get you closest to the greatest number of bears.

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   Our Polar Rovers are the Best Tundra Exploration Vehicles, Hands Down

   Unusually rugged with an uncommon ability to travel where other vehicles cannot (thanks to our innovative drive train), our exclusive Polar Rover is a truly impressive means of facilitating your polar bear photo opportunities. With large plate glass windows and a window seat for every photographer, an angled front windshield that affords you a clear view of polar bears in front of us, plus a rear outdoor platform, you won't find another vehicle that's comparable! Add interior heating and a flush toilet, and your comfort is ensured.

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   Our Steel Mesh Deck Lets You Photograph Polar Bears at Your Feet!

   Since polar bears sometimes like to walk directly beneath the rear viewing platform on our elevated vehicles, each Polar Rover is outfitted with steel-mesh flooring built into the observation deck—offering the chance to watch polar bears sometimes just inches away! Many travelers tell us that this feature, exclusive to our vehicles, provided them with a highlight of their trip.

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   The Smallest Groups for the Finest Nature Photography Experience

   With nature travel, especially when photography is the focus, small groups are essential. That's why we limit our group size to approximately 16 guests aboard one Polar Rover—less than half the capacity they are designed to carry. This ensures you have plenty of room for your gear, and to angle for the shots you want without intrusion by other travelers.

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   Spend Three Full Days on the Tundra

   Our Photo Expeditions maximize the time you spend in the polar bear's wild domain. You'll spend three full days exploring the tundra as you look for polar bears, Arctic fox, ptarmigan and, on rare occasions, snowy owl. More unhurried time on your Arctic safari provides more chances to get the shots you covet.

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   Our Private Chartered Plane Maximizes Your Time for Photography

   We charter our own private plane to fly you directly from Winnipeg to Churchill at a time that suits our convenience. We know you'd rather spend time exploring the tundra and photographing wildlife instead of dealing with less-than-optimal flight schedules and waiting in line for airport security screenings.

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   The Finest Photographer-Naturalist Guides

   Whether you're a beginner looking for full instruction, an intermediate looking for a few tips, or an expert looking for an accomplished comrade to shoot alongside, our Photo Expedition guides are second to none. With decades of collective experience, annual in-depth training and access to special resources from WWF scientists, they are constantly by your side to share their knowledge. Our philosophy on guiding is simple: Any nature adventure is only as good as the guide, so we simply must provide the best!

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   Dog Sledding Included on Every Trip

   Polar bears may be our focus, but sled dogs provide an engaging photography subject, too. We include a personal visit with a local dog musher and his huskies, plus a thrilling chance to race through the boreal forest behind the team! Early in the season, if snow cover is insufficient, we'll be pulled behind the dogs in a wheeled cart.

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   Cultural Interactions Enhance Our Adventures

   After years of building relationships with the people of Churchill, we are able to offer our guests a chance to enjoy exclusive presentations by respected elders of local Indigenous cultures. These storytellers are some of the last in their communities, and our small groups enjoy a personal perspective on northern lifestyles most visitors aren't privy to.

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    Our Quality-Value Guarantee Ensures Your Superior Experience

    With Natural Habitat Adventures, you receive our exclusive guarantee that clearly states that we will meet the high expectations set forth in our promotional materials. To our knowledge, this is the most ambitious guarantee made by any adventure travel company.

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    Feel Good About Your Carbon-Neutral Journey

    We care deeply about our planet, as we know you do. When you travel with us, the carbon emissions from your trip are 100% offset—including your round-trip flights from home. Natural Habitat Adventures is the world's first carbon-neutral travel company.