Beluga Whale Season

  • July and August: As the sea ice goes out and summer approaches in Churchill Manitoba, the Churchill River Estuary fills with thousands of energetic and vocal beluga whales.

  • Birds migrate in droves to the rich land, and the stark Tundra becomes blanketed in bright wildflowers and teems with wildlife that is just waiting to be discovered.

  • The mild summer weather and fluctuating tide make Churchill’s sights more accessible than any other time of the year.

Beluga Whale Local Adventurer 3 Night Package

We are excited to partner with Heartland Travel for all of our package tours! Packages are ideal for travellers who want the easiest way to plan their entire Churchill experience. If you’re looking for help with everything from flights to hotels, to tours, and great opportunities for add-ons. Heartland will help you organize every aspect of your northern adventure.

July & August 2024 tour dates and prices are coming soon!


Three Night Package includes:

  • Three Nights accommodation in Churchill at the Polar Inn & Suites Hotel

  • Two private zodiac tours by Sea North Tours

  • Prince of Wales Fort Tour Guided by Parks Canada

  • Churchill Town & Area Tour by North Star Tours

  • MV Ithaca Shipwreck Low Tide Hike by North Star Tours

  • Land based wildlife and sightseeing tours with Local Guide by North Star Tours

  • All meals while in Churchill

  • All Churchill airport and tour transfers

Three Night Package Does NOT include:

  • Airfare to and from Churchill

  • Alcoholic beverages

  • Extra tours such as Helicopters, Kayaking, Paddle Boarding etc. These can be booked upon request (Extra tours can be booked if requested)

  • Expenses of a personal nature

  • Travel Insurance

  • Expenses of a personal nature

Tour Itinerary

Day 1 – Arrival Day

  • 12:45- Arrive on Calm Air Flight from Winnipeg to Churchill

  • Drop off at The Polar Inn & Suites Hotel and check in

  • Afternoon Town and Area Tour

Day 2 – Zodiac Charter & Ithaca Hike

  • Hotel pick up for chartered four hour Zodiac tour by Sea North Tours

  • Lunch at local restaurant

  • Ithaca Shipwreck Low Tide Hike by North Star Tours

  • Dinner at local restaurant

Day 3 – Zodiac Charter & Wildlife Land Tour

  • Prince of Wales Fort Tour by Parks Canada

  • Zodiac charter by Sea North Tours to experience belugas and look for polar bears

  • Land based locally guided wildlife tour plus town sites by North Star Tours

  • Dinner at local restaurant

Day 4 – Departure Day

  • Lunch at local restaurant

  • Departure on Calm Air flight from Churchill to Winnipeg

Beluga Whale Local Adventurer 2 Night Package

We are excited to partner with Heartland Travel for all of our package tours! Packages are ideal for travellers who want the easiest way to plan their entire Churchill experience. If you’re looking for help with everything from flights to hotels, to tours, and great opportunities for add-ons. Heartland will help you organize every aspect of your northern adventure.

July & August 2024 tour dates and prices are coming soon!

Included:

  • 2 Nights accommodation in Churchill at the Polar Inn and Suites Hotel with breakfast

  • Beluga Whale Tour by Sea North Tours and Prince of Wales Fort Tour Guided by Parks Canada

  • Churchill Town & Area Tour by North Star Tours

  • Kayaking/Paddle boarding or Low Tide Estuary Tour by Sea North Tours

  • All Churchill Airport & Tour transfers

Not Included:

  • Airfare to and from Churchill

  • Meals

  • Alcoholic beverages

  • Extra tours can be booked if requested

  • Travel Insurance

  • Expenses of a personal nature

Tour Itinerary

Day 1 – Arrival Day

  • Arrive on Calm Air Flight from Winnipeg to Churchill

  • Drop off at The Polar Inn & Suites Hotel and check in

  • Afternoon Town and Area Tour

Day 2 – Beluga Whale Experience

  • Morning hotel pick up for Prince of Wales Fort Tour followed by a Zodiac Beluga Tour by Sea North Tours

  • Afternoon Kayaking with Belugas Tour by Sea North Tours

Day 03 – Departure Day

  • Free time to explore Churchill; gift shops and town site

  • Departure on Calm Air flight from Churchill to Winnipeg

MV Ithaka Hike

Nearly a century old, this WWI vessel has been ship wrecked 12 miles East of Churchill since 1960. Come experience her history and beauty during a short hike at low tide on this 2 hour tour. Your Guide is a trained polar bear guard, who keeps hiker and wildlife safety a top priority. Please note: The difficulty level of this hike is easy, However the ground is wet, possibly slippery, and uneven. Daily departure times vary according to tide schedules, please contact us for the tour days and times. Unless otherwise specified during booking, this tour departs from our Tour Desk which is located inside the Polar Inn & Suites Hotel at 153 Kelsey Boulevard. Please arrive 15 minutes ahead of departure time to check in and pay any remaining balance owing. Includes transportation to starting point of the hike. Rubber boots and bug spray are recommended!

$175.00 CAD per person

$157.00 CAD Children ages 6-12 (5 and under free)

Please note that all prices listed on website are in Canadian Dollars and do not include taxes or gratuity. Parents or guardians must attend with minors and may be asked to provide proof of birth date for children)

Welcome to Churchill, Manitoba! This is the perfect tour for those wanting a proper introduction to the community and both its historical and modern day treasures. Your guide will take you by vehicle to all the important sites around town, including popular sights such as: Cape Merry, Miss Piggy, the Polar Bear Jail, The Churchill Northern Studies Centre, Ithaca Shipwreck, the Sea Walls Project, and more. Plus, we always keep a lookout for any wildlife that may stumble into our path. Walking is required to experience some sites. Unless otherwise specified during booking, this tour departs from our Tour Desk which is located inside the Polar Inn & Suites Hotel at 153 Kelsey Boulevard. Please arrive 15 minutes ahead of departure time to check in and pay any remaining balance owing. A minimum of three guests is needed for the tour to depart. We also reserve the right to change the itinerary based on weather and safety concerns.

Please note this tour is subject to limited departures after October 20th.

Price: $150.00 CAD per person

$112.00 CAD Children ages 6-12 (5 and under free)

Please note that all prices listed on website are in Canadian Dollars and do not include taxes or gratuity. Parents or guardians must attend with minors and may be asked to provide proof of birth date for children)

Town & Area Tour

Create Your own Custom Summer Experience

We offer completely customizable tours. Whether you’re a serious photographer looking for amazing photo opportunities, seeking the knowledge that comes from one-on-one time with an experienced local guide, or loking to plan the most incredible trip including features such as private jets and ground transport, musicians, Service staff on site, and Private Chefs— We can help you out. Let us create a Churchill Experience like no other:

  • Photography Tours

  • Exclusive VIP All-Inclusive Packages

  • Private Guiding

  • Luggage Transfer and Service

  • Custom Film Rigged Vehicles

  • Remote Area Services and Specialized Terrain Vehicles

  • Polar Bear Security

  • Private Shuttles and Transport

North Star is not just a tour company! We also offer many other private services, Including bus charters and shuttles, luggage service, airport transfers, and polar bear security for those working in more remote areas.

Individual Beluga Whale Tours

During the summer we partner with Sea North Tours to provide world class beluga whale tours for travelers from around the globe. They are the only Whale watching company on the Churchill River & Hudson Bay that is 100% Beluga Whale Friendly.

Check out their website for details on amazing tours such as Kayaking, paddle boarding, and zodiac tours!