Churchill Wild

Our trip up to the Nanuk Polar Bear Lodge this fall was a stellar experience!This lodge, located near the Hudson Bay coast and an hour’s flight from Churchill, offers all the comforts of home, which is amazing considering its remote location, but the five star dining and the friendly and accommodating staff, who try very hard to make your time there as enjoyable as possible, played a major role in contributing to a fantastic experience.We appreciated the introductory/meet & greet dinner, hosted by Mike and Sue from Churchill Wild, conducted at the Grand Hotel across from the Winnipeg Airport terminal on the evening prior to our early morning departure, providing us with both the opportunity to meet the other guests on our trip, as well as to learn more information about what to expect on our adventure.We felt looked after from the moment we checked in at the Grand until the moment our flight returned us home.Our guides were attentive and personable, regaling us with interesting information regarding the area and the wildlife, and ensured our comfort and enjoyment on every excursion, which were never without delicious snacks and beverages.We were able to see dozens and dozens of polar bears during our flights between Churchill and the lodge, as well as an exciting encounter with one on the ground on one of our excursions, which we were able to pursue to a closer distance by methodically approaching him on foot as a group, thanks to our experienced guides Emri and Adam!Other highlights would include two beautiful hikes, a kettle campfire one evening (thanks Adam!) and star gazing through a telescope with a fantastic view of the moon and Saturn (thanks Graham!), two evening presentations by our guides; one on polar bears, and another on wolves, enjoying northern lights, and wildlife visiting the lodge area, such as a recurring black bear and lots of owls.Our truly amazing chef, Joshua, made every meal a delightful experience, and every evening we enjoyed a time of recapping the day together with the other guests during happy hour, which was accompanied by yet more delicious appetizer treats, while also enjoying the lodge lounge area with comfy couches, fireplace, reading material, and lots of windows looking out onto Hudson Bay. The beds were super comfortable too, and the entire place was kept pristine clean. Thank you Tayla, Jaclyn and Chloe for a fabulous lodge experience!Our final afternoon was spent back in Churchill enjoying a wonderful tour led by Jennifer, and which we found very both educational and interesting. The coastal geography around Churchill is truly beautiful and a surprise treat included watching quite a few beluga whales on one of our stops.Thank you Churchill Wild for the experience and memories of a lifetime!!

What an adventure and most certainly the trip of a lifetime. From the moment we arrived to the day we left, every aspect of this vacation was amazing. The Seal River Heritage Lodge, staff, chefs, and guides were outstanding. The bears were obviously the highlight and they didn't disappoint. We were able to witness dozens of bears doing bear things - eating, sleeping, strolling, swimming and eating some more. We always felt safe with our expert guides, even the day a curious cub got closer than expected. We also spent a wonderful morning in Hudson Bay up close and personal with Beluga whales.Although days were long and tiring, the action didn't stop at night. The dedicated staff let is know when the aurora borealis was on full display. The guide took the time to help with our camera settings and photo composition to capture the memories. Seeing the lights was well worth the sleep deprivation and eliminates one more thing on the bucket list, two if you include polar bears in the wild.We chose the Dual Safari trip and equally enjoyed our time at the Nanuk Polar Bear Lodge where nature was again on full display, We encountered polar bears, black bears, wolves and eagles. Once again we were catered to by a first class staff and enjoyed every moment.The scenery at both lodges was stunning. The wildlife you have to see for yourself. Certainly an unforgettable vacation experience..

I am not going to share the unbelievable photos and videos I got like the other reviewers. You can tell this is a mystical place with nature unlike anything you have ever seen before. I have spend more than a little of my life chasing around whales or whatever other wild animal, and just have to say I am stunned how immersive an experience Churchill Wild can offer.Overall the staff is incredible. I stayed at Seal River and the Lodge was well beyond comfortable. The guides are the best of the best.There isn't enough I can say, if you are looking through reviews to decide if you should book or not, just save the rest of your evening and pay the deposit. It is money well spent!!

If you want a one-of-the-kind life changing experience, come here. This is the only place you can walk with polar bears, with experienced professionals, in the most picturesque settings of the sub arctic, AND have the opportunity to see the Northern Lights all in one day! Of course, this is the wilderness, and nothing is guaranteed, but the guides tried their hardest to track and find bears; and the conditions have to be right for the lights. I guess we were VERY lucky! When you are not out looking for bears, you are learning more about the environment you are in and the wild lives around you in one of the many fascinating presentations by the guides. Their incredible knowledge of the animal lives, geological facts and cultural practices of the area is mind blowing; their passion for life is contagious and they are extremely friendly and funny. There was never a dull moment here at Dymond Lake Lodge. All the staff were so warm, and attentive. After each walk, there was always hot beverages and snacks waiting for us. The food and accommodations were first class, especially considering how remote we were. The experience we had at Dymond Lake will forever stay with us. Thank you for making all this possible Churchill Wild!

My wife and I, and a group of friends recently stayed at Seal River Lodge and Tundra Camp. Our experience was amazing and couldn't have been better! Being in the Canadian Arctic is remarkable, made the more so through a perfect blend of polar bear encounters, overland hikes, zodiac excursion on Hudson Bay to view the Beluga whales, viewing the supernatural northern lights and camping on the Tundra.The Churchill Wild staff - guides, lodge and camp personnel - made our trip a once-in-a-lifetime experience. They were knowledgeable, hospitable and engaging. The Seal River Lodge was very comfortable and thoughtfully designed to take best advantage of the remarkable scenery and wildlife. The food was delicious and rivals what you'd find in a fine big-city restaurant.Thank you Mike and Jeanne and the whole Churchill Wild team for making our trip so wonderful!

Imagine stepping out into the open and seeing the sky lit up with blue and green ribbons swirling around lighting up a big lake. That would be one of the many great experiences we had at Dymond Lake Lodge for our Arctic Safari.Our entire trip was excellent, here’s why…Getting to the lodgeThe coordination of getting us from Winnipeg to the lodge was a smooth process. The coordination staff arranged everything for us from hotel rooms to security checks and flights. They were only a phone call away when we had questions.At the lodgeThe staff at the lodge were very attentive and made sure we all had what we needed. The meals were great and the rooms and common areas were extremely cozy and the bed was comfortable. We had happy hour every night before dinner. The staff were amazing and they were all super nice!The adventuresOur guides were awesome! Taking us out on daily hikes to find polar bears and other wildlife and they delivered. We encountered multiple bears and during one of our hikes one actually came very close to us! We weren’t concerned because we had awesome safari guides and they were very diligent and serious about keeping us safe!NatureNature and wildlife are very unpredictable so you have to manage your own expectations and except the fact that there is a chance you won’t see anything and this is no different. We were lucky in that we saw bears, birds, and northern lights.The other travelers and the staffWe were part of a group of 15 other travelers and everyone we met we’re all good, down to earth people. We all exchanged stories, got to know each other on multiple levels and definitely created a bond and closeness towards the end. The staff and guides were all personable and willing to share their stories and experiences. The guides even put together informative and educational shows to entertain us every evening.If you’re looking for adventure, connections with other humans and nature, great photo opportunities then I would highly recommend taking a tour with Churchill Wild at Dymond Lake.Thank you to the entire staff and safari guides at Dymond Lake Lodge, you all helped make our trip wonderful!

I traveled with Churchill Wild to view polar bears on one of their Great Ice Bear trips in November 2021. I stayed at the remote Dymond Lake Lodge where every comfort was granted and food was great after days out watching bears and enjoying the surrounding environment. From beginning to end, they had every detail handled with excellent professionalism and amazing staff. In addition to being very fun, guides were knowledgeable in leading the group, teaching about the area and bears, and answering questions. I highly recommend Churchill Wild for a polar bear and arctic wildlife trip.

We visited Seal Lodge in Sept 2021, post-Covid. What an amazing experience! Everything was done in an extremely professional, personal manner. Communication was excellent right from the start.Churchill Wild did everything possible to make sure we had a safe, educational, rewarding experience while in their care. They managed unexpected changes in the best possible manner, making sure every detail was looked after for each individual guest. The guides were second to none both in knowledge and in their willingness to share and educate us about bears, the north, photography and anything else we asked of them. The lodge staff looked after every small detail and fed us extremely well! This felt more like a visit to cherished family than a travel excursion.And the polar bears were amazing. We witnessed bears swimming, playing in the water, a mother nursing her cub, a mother with two cubs, a sub-adult male, and so much more. The focus is always on ensuring that both bears and visitors have a safe, unobtrusive, non-threatening encounter.We highly recommend Churchill Wild - you will not be disappointed!

I have spent the last month working at Churchill wild at Dymond Lodge. It has been one of the best experiences of my life. Seeing polar bears in their natural habitat and spending nights under the northern lights listening to wolves howl have been some of my highlights. The staff are amazing and like a family. They provide a quality product for everyone to enjoy. It has been an absolute privilege. I would encourage anyone to come visit this incredible lodge for a once in a lift time experience.

We had such a woundrful trip. We went to see Polar Bears and got to see Wolves, moose, Snowy Owls Northern Lights and Polar Bears. Incredible trip. Cant say enough about the quality of the staff and facilities.