View polar bears in the fall, the Northern Lights in the winter, and beluga whales in the summer.
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Cruises from Churchill, Manitoba
To experience the ultimate arctic adventure, one of the best ports to begin your cruise in is Churchill. Located just north of the Hudson Bay, Churchill is famous for its arctic wildlife, including polar bears, arctic foxes, and Beluga whales. You also have a chance of catching a glimpse of the famous northern lights illuminate Manitoba’s night sky. Unlike many other port cities that feature museums, shopping districts, landmarks and other tourist attractions, the true highlight of Churchill is nature-focused. Bird-watching, dog-sledding, whale-watching, hiking, kayaking, and tundra adventures are among some of the most popular things to do and see. You also can’t miss the opportunity to try the local cuisine – where else can you try elk meatloaf or Arctic char?
A great time to visit Churchill depends on your travel goals. For a good chance at spotting wild polar bears in packs, your best bet is to visit between October and November. If you’re traveling during the summer, you can enjoy 24-hour daylight, blooming flowers, as well as the ability to see the bears hunting in action!
Currently, there are no cruises visiting or departing from Churchill. Contact us if you'd like to find out what other options we have available.
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Destinations for Cruises from Churchill, Manitoba
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Cruise Lines with Cruises from Churchill, Manitoba
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On a luxury cruise line, guests experience highly personalized service, a more intimate (and usually formal) onboard experience, gourmet cuisine, well-appointed accommodations, and fantastic amenities. Many of these brands have smaller ships, allowing them to reach ports of call that the larger ships can't, which results in unique itineraries.
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Specialty Cruise Lines
These cruise lines offer a truly unique vacation experience, with a wide range of possible amenities and itineraries. Some are expedition cruise lines, others have sailing yachts or are coastal ships.
On these types of cruise lines, there's usually a focus on a specific destination or theme. Itineraries are usually very destination intensive, aided by the fact that they're able to reach many ports of call that larger ships can't.
Expedition cruise lines are a great fit for adventure-seeking travelers, featuring exciting destinations like the Galapagos Islands, Antarctica, and the Norwegian coast. During the cruise, there will usually be plenty of interesting lectures given by experts on the destination being visited. Often, shore excursions are included in the cost of the cruise. In fact, some of these cruise lines have all-inclusive pricing. There's a definite focus on the ship's surrounding scenery, as well as opportunities to view wildlife in their natural habitat. Small, but comfortable, ships are commonplace here, with anywhere from basic to very luxurious public spaces, cuisine, and accommodations (depending on the cruise line and ship).
Sailing Yachts, sail-assisted motor ships, offer a really unique vacation experience. Accommodations and cuisine on these intimate vessels can be anywhere from good to fantastic, depending on the cruise line. Destinations offered by these cruise lines may include the Caribbean, Europe, Panama Canal, Tahiti, and Costa Rica.
Silversea's all-inclusive ultra-luxury vacations appeal to discriminating travelers accustomed to plush accommodations and attentive, individualized service. Distinguished by its award-winning, all-suite ships and impeccable service, Silversea's all-inclusive fares include round-trip airfare (from select gateways), a pre-cruise deluxe hotel stay, all beverages including select wines and spirits, gratuities, transfers, and a special shoreside event, The Silversea Experience, on select sailings.
For those seeking to combine the best of both luxury and adventure cruising, look no further than Silversea's expedition ships. These magnificent vessels sail to some of the most exotic locales in the world. Guests can enjoy 5-star service, as they view penguins in the Arctic, sip on champagne while searching for humpback whales in the Pacific Northwest, or even get professional hot stone massages while discovering the untouched nature of the Galapagos. Silversea Expeditions will help you see the world in a whole new way, without having to compromise comfort and service.
These are just a few of the more popular tourist attractions in Churchill, along with a brief description:
♦ Cape Merry
History lovers will love kicking off their vacation with a visit to Cape Merry. Situated between the Hudson Bay and Churchill River, this area is filled with natural beauty, as well as the remains of the city’s first battery, an original cannon, and a commemorative cairn. Guided tours are available to inform you more about the Fort Churchill fur trade post, geology, flora, and historic rock carvings. You can also opt to visit yourself and simply admire the scenic views you can take in from the city’s most northern point!
♦ Aurora Domes
If you’re interested in witnessing the stunning Northern Lights phenomenon from Churchill, you can do so in the comfort of the Aurora Domes. Located in a remote area free of artificial lights, you can enjoy the best views of the lights from giant, heated plexiglass domes. This is a great evening activity, as the domes open up in the late evening (between 8 and 9PM) and go on until the wee hours of the morning (between 2 and 3AM). It is also perfect for families traveling with young children or grandparents, who might not be able to withstand the bitterness of the arctic weather but dream of witnessing the Northern Lights.
♦ Eskimo Museum
The Eskimo Museum is a wonderful activity for travelers of all kinds! Also known as the Itsanitaq Museum, you can view a collection of fabulous artifacts and relics from the Pre-Dorset era to the Inuit era. Among the exhibits, you can view Inuit carvings, stone sculptures, wildlife specimens, hand-carved art, photographs, and much more! There is also a small gift shop where you can purchase handmade souvenirs to remember your visit by. The museum is open Monday through Saturday 9AM to 5PM (hours subject to change).
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