Lord of the Arctic: Mantitoba, Canada

There's no better place than Churchill to see some of nature's most magnificent sights, from massive polar bears to the spectacular northern lights of the Aurora Borealis. This ecological sanctuary is home to not only the regal polar bear, but over 150 species of birds, 500 species of plants and 44 species of mammals. As you cross the frozen tundra, you may see Snowy Owls, Eider Duck, Gyrfalcons, Arctic fox and caribou. Explore the towns of Winnipeg and Churchill and learn more about your northern neighbors. Take the plunge and join us for this once-in-a-lifetime adventure to experience some of the most extraordinary sights on earth, and reconnect with the wildlife and wild places that make our continued commitment to conservation so critical.

Why Classic Escapes?

Classic Escapes is a family-owned, boutique travel company specializing in nature and cultural travel around the globe. Our team represents decades of experience in travel and our programs are based on first-hand knowledge of our destinations. Every one of our programs combines stunning scenery, close wildlife encounters, key historic attractions and unique cultural excursions. Our mission is to provide exciting, educational and fun-filled travel experiences that nurture and directly support the wildlife and cultures we visit around the world. We believe travel is the best tool for building the mutual respect, awareness, and understanding that are vital to preserving the planet for future generations.

Why NWF chose this trip?

At National Wildlife Federation, it is our goal to reconnect children and families with nature. There is no better way to “sell” our enthusiasm for the wildlife and wild places we fight to protect, than to promote the exposure of people to these wonders firsthand. We know that by sharing the beauty and adventure of these extraordinary places, we ensure the commitment of supporters like you to their continued protection.

Trip Details--Download the brochure below and see all the details. Then call 800-606-9563 to make your reservation or use the "Reserve Your Trip" link to the left. Questions? Call us or email expeditions@nwf.org.

October 28 - November 3, 2013
$6,895 per person, double occupancy
$1,395 single supplement