This Tiny Town in Canada Has Northern Lights Views an Average of 300 Nights Per Year, Plus Polar Bears and Beluga Whales

Churchill, Manitoba is incredibly remote, but the rewards are more than worth the trek.

When crossing the street inChurchill, its important to look both ways and not just to spot oncoming traffic.

During peak season, you might see playful pods as they splash through the Churchill River estuary.

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The toughest part is choosing which natural wonder you want to see first.

From Winnipeg, a flight to Churchill takes approximately two hours and visiting by rail requires a 48-hour journey.

While air service is available year-round, youll want to book well in advance to secure your seats.

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Best Times to Visit Churchill

Belugas, bears, or theaurora borealis?

Best Things to Do in Churchill

Pursue polar bears on the subarctic tundra.

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At the northern tip of Manitoba, a Canadian subarctic safari awaits.

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Churchill is the southernmost destination in the world to see wild polar bears, making it more accessible.

And the towering trucks are sustainable, too.

Befriend belugas by boat.

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Marvel at the aurora borealis.

Set your sights on the celestial skywatching phenomenon that is the aurora borealis.