Experience the spectacular wildlife of Canada with an adventure from the dense forest of Riding Mountain National Park, to the colourful tundra of Churchill. Our one-of-a-kind Big Five Safari is a salute to the incredible array of megafauna that populate the forests, prairies, tundra and waters of this beautiful country!
Your journey begins in Winnipeg, the geographic centre of North America. Travel overland to Riding Mountain National Park where the boreal forest, meadows and lakes, lofty heights and deep gorges of the Manitoba Escarpment are home to moose, black bears, a captive bison herd and more. Enjoy daily wildlife drives to photograph the amazing wildlife and landscapes of the area.
Next, fly north to Churchill, where the boreal forest gives way to the rugged tundra and northern waterways. Set out by boat and Zodiac amongst inquisitive beluga whales and explore the Churchill Wildlife Management Area in search of the majestic polar bear.
Interpretive-Guided: Our most well-rounded adventures, these tours include lodging and transportation with a mix of cultural and wildlife or northern lights viewing activities built in. Interpretive-guided tours are medium-capacity, escorted departures so you can sit back and relax while we take care of all the details.
*This is a sample itinerary for the Canada's Big Five Safari trip with three nights in Winnipeg, two nights Riding Mountain and two nights in Churchill; there are other itineraries available. All itineraries are subject to change; all activities conditions permitting
Activities
- Bison enclosure (BE)
- Beluga and fort tour (BF)
- Brewery tour (BT)
- Beluga Zodiac (BZ)
- Churchill and area tour (CT)
- Dog carting (DC)
- Interpretive cruise (IC)
- Interpretive hike (IH)
- Itsanitaq Museum (IM)
- Interpretive walking tour (IW)
- Park Canada Visitor Centre (PC)
- Tundra Buggy adventure (TB)
- Wildlife drive (WD)
Canadian taxes included (5% GST + 3.5% PST)