Know Before You Go
Whether you're preparing for your upcoming photo expedition or just want to learn more about summer in Churchill, we've got you covered. We've rounded up an array of helpful resources, from wildlife guides and packing tips, to inspirational travel stories and blog posts to fuel your excitement.
Travel Tips
Frequently Asked Questions
Have questions about summer in Churchill? We've got answers! We've compiled a list of our most frequently asked questions about weather, wildlife and more!
Wildlife Guide
Learn about beluga whales and the other wildlife you may encounter on your Churchill summer adventure.
Beluga Whale Trivia
Take our belugas quiz to put your knowledge to the test, then share it with friends to see who knows the most about Churchill's annual migration of these white whales!
Weather & Climate
Find out what the weather conditions are typically like in Winnipeg and farther north in Churchill during the summer.
Packing List
We’ve made a comprehensive list of all the clothing and gear you’ll want to pack so you'll be well prepared for your Churchill summer trip.
Travel Stories & Articles
How Much Telephoto Do You Need to Photograph Churchill’s Polar Bears?
—By Court Whelan
Telephoto lenses are must-haves when it comes to wildlife photography. They bring the action closer to you, so that more of your frame is filled with the animals you’re photographing in the way of your choosing...
A Walk on the Tundra: Churchill in Summertime
—By Nat Hab Expedition Leader Eddy Savage
Off the water and on the land, Churchill offers access to unique and exceptionally biodiverse habitats. The tundra, for example, is an environment unlike any other I have experienced.
Why Beluga Whales Migrate to Churchill, Canada, Each Summer
—By Michelle Peters
If you’re a wildlife lover and you hear "Churchill, Canada," you likely think of polar bears. And you'd be right—after all, Churchill is considered the Polar Bear Capital of the World...
Spend an Arctic Summer with Churchill’s Belugas & Bears
—By Emily Goodheart
An unparalleled destination for wildlife enthusiasts, Churchill, Manitoba, lies along the migration path of beluga whales, polar bears, caribou and more than 200 species of birds...
