Seal River Heritage Lodge & Nanuk Polar Bear Lodge
Summer Dual Lodge Safari
LODGE
DURATION
10 Nights
WEATHER
Average: 5C to 15C (41F to 59F)
Safari Overview
Some journeys demand twice the wonder. On the Summer Dual Lodge Safari, eleven extraordinary days unfold across two of the Arctic’s most compelling realms, each offering its own perspective on the brief, brilliant season when Hudson Bay shrugs off its icy mantle and bursts into life.
Your adventure begins with four nights at Seal River Heritage Lodge, where polar bears fresh from their hunting season roam the coast in their brightest summer whites. Here, ground-level encounters with these magnificent creatures set the stage for your northern immersion. Below the surface, thousands of beluga whales transform the Seal River estuary into nature’s amphitheater. Glide among them by zodiac, their haunting songs carried through hydrophones like whispers from another world, their curious eyes meeting yours with startling intelligence.
Then comes a breathtaking 90-minute flight south, soaring over York Factory where centuries of northern history lie etched in the landscape. At Nanuk Polar Bear Lodge, a completely different drama unfolds. Here, where the boreal forest meets the wild coast, polar bears share the stage with wolves hidden on the forest edges, while black bears and moose emerge from the treeline to complete nature’s grandest cast.
Each lodge offers its own unique perspective on the season’s transformation, complemented by tundra-inspired cuisine and evening presentations that deepen your understanding of this complex ecosystem. Our specialized tundra vehicles and expert guides ensure intimate wildlife encounters at both locations, each day building on the last to create a comprehensive portrait of the North.
Though summer sunlight seems endless here, clear nights might reward you with the first shimmering hints of aurora borealis – a reminder that in the Arctic, nature’s most spectacular moments come to those who venture deep into its embrace.
Lodge + Location
Seal River Heritage Lodge
60 KM NORTH OF CHURCHILL BY PLANE
59° 09’ 09.87” N / 94° 46’ 54.87 “ W
Perched on the rugged coast of Hudson Bay lies Seal River Heritage Lodge. Located near the Seal River Estuary, this Lodge is in a prime location for observing polar bears as they wander the coast during summer and fall waiting for the Bay to freeze and viewing beluga whales in July and August.
The fenced-in compound, viewing platforms and tower lend themselves to unique photography opportunities for northern lights and the wildlife that approach to check out the sights, sounds and smells of the Lodge.
Accommodations are eight, double guest rooms each with an en-suite bathroom. The guest wing is away from the lounge and dining room allowing you to enjoy quiet time as needed.
Our cozy lounge, complete with fireplace, is the perfect place to relax with a glass of wine, sharing photos or talking with new friends.
Nanuk Polar Bear Lodge
250 KM SOUTH OF CHURCHILL BY PLANE
57° 07’ 22.4” N / 91° 39’ 52.0” W
Situated next to pristine Arctic waters on Hudson Bay with Canada’s Boreal Forest as its backyard sits Nanuk Polar Bear Lodge. The diverse ecosystem surrounding Nanuk is home to Canadian icons such as polar bears, black bears, wolves, and moose.
From the safety of the fence surrounding the Lodge, view the northern lights or get up-close-and-personal with the polar bears and other wildlife that meander past, as curious about you as you are about them.
The eight guestrooms with en-suite bathrooms are housed in two guest wings connected to the main dining room/lounge area, each with cozy sitting areas overlooking the Bay. After a long day trekking the tundra, kick back in our lounge and enjoy an informative presentation by our guides or simply relax and enjoy conversations with new friends.
Note that due to EXTREME weather conditions (i.e. very low temperatures) there may be times when it’s difficult to maintain running water under the mid-winter conditions. There will be no laundry facilities.
Itinerary
Days 1 - 2
ARRIVE IN WINNIPEG FOR YOUR OVERNIGHT STAY
Arrive in Winnipeg where you will enjoy a relaxing stay at our choice hotel, The Grand by Lakeview at the Winnipeg Airport. Meet the rest of your group at an orientation dinner hosted by a Churchill Wild representative.
Includes: dinner
Day 2
SEAL RIVER HERITAGE LODGE
After a restful night in Winnipeg you will depart for Churchill on Calm Air. Upon arrival, be met by our expediter who will explain how the charters to the Lodge will work.
Upon arrival, your hosts will provide a tour and show you to your room. Lunch will be served soon after, and before heading out on your first excursion, you’ll be thoroughly debriefed regarding your stay in polar bear country.
Includes: breakfast, lunch, dinner
Days 3 - 5
Each morning after a hot breakfast, your guides will outline a plan for the day’s excursions. Your days will typically include morning and afternoon excursions of the coastline in search of the ‘Great Ice Bear’. Back at the lodge, enjoy appetizer hour followed by one of our signature tundra-inspired meals.
If there are bears near the Lodge, your scheduled tours may be delayed to take advantage of these photo and observation opportunities. The lodge is always staffed, so you also have the option to stay behind and take photos of the wildlife around the Lodge or just relax and enjoy the pristine view.
Evenings typically include an informative lecture or slide show presentation narrated by one of Churchill Wild’s knowledgeable guides or staff. On clear nights, you may also have a chance to view one of the spectacular aurora borealis displays common at this latitude.
Includes: breakfast, lunch, dinner
Days 6 - 9
NANUK POLAR BEAR LODGE
Time to pack up and move to your new home, Nanuk Polar Bear Lodge. The property is about 250 km southeast of Churchill and the 90-minute charter flight will include a fly over of York Factory, the hub of the historic fur trade. Upon arrival, you will once again be met by our staff and given the opportunity to settle into your rooms.
Your days at Nanuk will be filled with more wildlife exciting encounters. The wildlife at Nanuk is incredibly diverse and includes polar bears, black bears, wolves, moose, and an abundance of migratory and shorebirds.
Daily outings typically include coastal exploration to the tidal flats and Hudson Bay shoreline using a combination of people power (walking!) and our specially outfitted all-terrain vehicles.
Routes will vary but ample time will be provided to photograph polar bears and the other wildlife that abound in this unique environment.
Your evenings at Nanuk will be much the same as at Seal with plenty of time for visiting, relaxing, sharing photographs and enjoying informative presentations by your guides. Don’t forget to let your guides know if you want to be woken up for the northern lights!
Includes: breakfast, lunch, dinner
Days 10 - 11
EXPLORING CHURCHILL, BACK TO WINNIPEG
After another hearty Lodge breakfast, we will begin air transfers back to Churchill. Have your cameras ready for the return flight as it affords excellent opportunities for great aerial shots.
Back in Churchill, you’ll spend the day with one of our tour guides exploring Churchill and area and learning about its rich history as a seaport and ex-military town. Your tour will include stops such as the Parks Canada exhibit, the Itsanitaq Museum, and the Polar Bear Jail. Along the way, your guide will point out murals that were commissioned in 2016 as part of the SeaWalls mural festival. Before a group dinner, your guide will give you free time to shop for last-minute souvenirs at the unique gift stores in Churchill.
Your flight south to Winnipeg will take place this evening. Upon arrival, collect your bags, head out of the arrivals doors and back to The Grand Hotel.
Includes: breakfast, lunch, dinner
Day 11
DEPART WINNIPEG
Today you will fly home on your own travel arrangements, marking the end of your adventure with Churchill Wild and the beginning of a lifetime of savoring the experiences of the Arctic.
Churchill Wild reserves the right to make changes to this itinerary due to weather and logistical complications that can arise from traveling in the north and to remote locations.
Dates & Rates
2025 Dates
Dates
Lodge
Availability
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August 20 - 30, 2025
Seal River Heritage Lodge, Nanuk Polar Bear Lodge
SOLD OUT
August 24 - September 3, 2025
Seal River Heritage Lodge, Nanuk Polar Bear Lodge
SOLD OUT
2025 Rates
2025
Price Per Person (Double Occupancy)
$24,195 CAD
2025
Single Private Room
$44,795 CAD
2025
Children
$21,795 CAD
2026 Dates
Dates
Lodge
Availability
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2026 Rates
2026
Price Per Person (Double Occupancy)
$26,695 CAD
2026
Single Private Room
$49,395 CAD
Prices are subject to taxes of 8.5%. Children from ages 8 to 12 qualify for the child rate.
* Single guests can sign up to share a room with another person of the same gender at the regular rate per person based on double occupancy. If a single guest prefers to have a private room option we also have a single private room rate as listed above. This rate guarantees a private room at the Lodge as well as at the hotels required within the package.
Inclusions
- Roundtrip airfare between Winnipeg and Churchill, Manitoba
- Roundtrip airfare between Churchill, Seal River Heritage Lodge and Nanuk Polar Bear Lodge
- Two nights’ accommodations in Winnipeg
- Eight nights’ lodge accommodations
- All meals, excursions, and guide services while in Churchill and at the Lodges
Not Included
- Taxes and Gratuities
For questions or booking inquiries, call 1-866-UGO-WILD (846-9453) or contact us.
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For questions or booking inquiries, call 1-866-UGO-WILD (846-9453) or contact us.
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