REGION
Canada, ManitobaTHEME
Aurora borealis, WildlifeACTIVITIES
Conference, Dogsledding, Helicopter, Observation, TrekkingDURATION
6 daysDIFFICULTY
EasyJoin solar scientists, Dr. Mark Miesch, PhD and Dr. Sarah Gibson, PhD on a northern lights experience of a lifetime! Your adventure begins in Churchill, Manitoba where northern lights are active 300 nights each year.
Glide above Churchill’s vast autumn landscape by helicopter, surveying red foxes, moose, ptarmigan, and caribou herds traversing the tundra – polar bears may even grace the Hudson Bay coastline below.
Weather permitting, you’ll witness Aurora’s nightly dance of mystical light and colour against starry skies from curated viewing and photography areas in and around Churchill as well as a stunning location on the coast of the Hudson Bay — exclusive to Lazy Bear Lodge and Expeditions.
Detailed program
2026 Expedition Dates
September 13 – 18 (departing Winnipeg on September 19)*
September 17 – 21 (departing September 22)
September 20 – 25 (departing September 26)*
*Additional night with tundra excursion and Northern Lights viewing in Churchill
DAY 1 : WINNIPEG
Upon arrival, make your own way to the Winnipeg hotel. Free day to explore Winnipeg.
DAY 2 : WINNIPEG TO CHURCHILL & NORTHERN LIGHTS TALKS
Check out from Winnipeg hotel. Group transfer included to the airport if designated hotel is included. Flight from Winnipeg to Churchill and check in at Lazy Bear Lodge.
Northern Lights Talk with Dr. Mark Miesch (Research Scientist at CIRES/University of Colorado.
Northern Lights viewing and Photo session.
Space weather update with Dr. Miesch and Dr. Gibson (Solar Physicist).
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner.
DAY 3 : HELICOPTER TOUR, SOLAR SCIENCE TALK & NORTHERN LIGHTS
Helicopter Tour (approx. 1 hour).
Solar Science talk with Dr. Mark Miesch and Dr. Sarah Gibson.
Space weather update with Dr. Miesch and Dr. Gibson (Solar Physicist).
Dog Mushing and Indigenous Talk.
Northern lights viewing.
DAY 4 : TREK TO ITHACA, ARCTIC CRAWLER™ EXCURSION & NORTHERN LIGHTS VIEWING
Trek to Ithaca shipwreck.
Arctic Crawler™ Excursion.
Indigenous Bannock, Bonfire, Storytelling and Northern Lights viewing.
Space weather update with Dr. Miesch and Dr. Gibson (Solar Physicist).
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner.
DAY 5 : CHURCHILL – OPTIONAL (IF 4 NIGHTS AT LAZY BEAR LODGE CHOSEN)
Free morning to explore Churchill.
Arctic Crawler™ Excursion.
Space weather update with Dr. Miesch and Dr. Gibson (Solar Physicist).
Northern lights viewing.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner.
DAY 6 : CHURCHILL TO WINNIPEG
Indigenous talk on northern lights beliefs.
Check-out from Lazy Bear Lodge.
Flight from Churchill to Winnipeg.
Check-in at Winnipeg hotel.
Meals Included: Breakfast and Lunch.
DAY 7 : WINNIPEG
Check-out from Winnipeg hotel.
Meals Included: Breakfast.
Travel periods
Departures from 13/09/2026 to 26/09/2026Prices
From 4,400€Ask for a quote
Pricing information
OUR PRICE INCLUDE :
- 3 or 4 nights’ accommodation at Lazy Bear Lodge and 2 nights in Winnipeg
- Opportunity to view the Northern Lights on 3 (or 4) evenings
- Arctic Crawler™ excursions
- Helicopter tour (approximately 1 hour)
- Hike to the Ithaca shipwreck
- Dog sledding experience
- Indigenous Dene cultural presentation
- Bonfire, bannock, and storytelling
- Group transfer from the designated hotel in Winnipeg to the airport on Day 2
- All meals provided by the Lazy Bear Café
- Round-trip airfare between Winnipeg and Churchill
- Shuttle service in Churchill included upon arrival and departure
- All breakfasts included in Winnipeg and Churchill
- O-Nord Premium 24/7 emergency assistance
OUR PRICE DOES NOT INCLUDE :
- International flights
- Personal extras
- Gratuities / tips
- “PREMIUM” multi-risk cancellation insurance (please contact us for details)
Good to know
- Age requirement: Our Ultimate Northern Lights & Solar Science Adventure is recommended for children aged 8 and older.
- Physical level: Easy* – light walking and hiking; suitable for most fitness levels.
Exception: the hike to the Ithaca shipwreck is rated difficult. - Travel insurance: We recommend that you purchase travel insurance for your adventure.
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