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    Start planning your trip to see beluga whales, polar bears or the northern lights!

    Because of Churchill's remote location, it's important to plan your trip before you visit. It is recommended to book your accommodations as well as any packages or excursions in advance, although it is possible to book activities the same day if there are openings.

    A train waiting at the Churchill Train Station, ready to head back to Winnipeg

    Getting To Churchill & Getting Around

    Getting to Churchill is part of the adventure. There are no roads; you must arrive by train or plane.

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    Watching northern lights from the door of a yurt in Churchill, Manitoba

    Seasons & What To Pack

    Churchill has distinct seasons – the first thing to do when planning your trip is to figure out what you want to see or...

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    Where To Stay In Churchill

    During the peak season in October and November, booking your accommodations up to six months to a year in advance is a...

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    Summer in Churchill, Manitoba: Beluga Whales, Polar Bears and More

    Churchill is one of Manitoba's most extraordinary destinations: remote, wild and unlike anywhere else on Earth. A trip here isn't the easiest to pull off, but with the right timing and planning ahead, it's completely worth it.

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    If your idea of a vacation tends to deviate from the norm of beach-lazing days, it’s time to clue into a total gem right here in Manitoba.

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    A Churchill Calendar: When to See What

    Churchill, an isolated town in Manitoba’s north along the Hudson Bay coastline, is a magnet for outdoor adventurers and nature lovers. Experiencing Churchill’s natural wonder trilogy – kayaking with belugas, chasing the northern lights and seeing polar...

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    Polar bear and cub on the rocky shore in Churchill, by Max Muench

    Welcome to Churchill, Canada

    Known as the polar bear capital of the world, Churchill is also known as a beluga whale watching hotspot and one of the best places to see the northern lights.

    Two people watching the northern lights in Churchill

    Plan Your Trip

    Start planning your trip to see beluga whales, polar bears or the northern lights!

    Sleeping polar bear mural on a winter afternoon in Churchill.

    About Churchill, Canada

    Learn about the history of Churchill and its surroundings, from the Pre-Dorset to Modern Inuit cultures through to the european fur trade and exploration of the North.

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    Experience The North