Aurora and Astronomy in Churchill
Length
8 days / 7 nights
Hotel type
Research centre
Nights of viewing
5 nights
Where it goes
When to go
February
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See the Northern Lights on a unique learning vacation
Discover the wonders of Canada’s subarctic region with a stay at the Churchill Northern Studies Centre, an active research facility. In addition to five nights of Northern Lights viewing at the centre, you’ll have time to engage with scientists and researchers, learn about the local people and cultures, and explore the frozen winter landscape.
Five nights of guided Northern Lights viewing
Daily research presentations and cultural workshops
Tour the research station and the Rocket Range historic site
Winter outdoor adventures, including dog sledding
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Watch for the aurora borealis each night
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Arrive in Winnipeg
Your winter vacation begins in Winnipeg, Manitoba's capital city. Check in to your airport hotel and get ready for tomorrow’s adventure! If you have time, head into the city, and explore the shops and restaurants in The Forks Market.
Winnipeg to Churchill
This morning, travel north to Churchill. Arrive at the Churchill Northern Studies Centre for an exciting five nights of Northern Lights viewing.
Discover local culture
Settle into the subarctic lifestyle as you venture outside for a thrilling dog sledding adventure and take part in a cultural workshop. Later, watch for the Northern Lights from the indoor dome or the outdoor viewing platform.
Admire the aurora borealis
Enjoy another day at the centre and visit the Churchill Rocket Range Historic Site. In the evening, keep an eye out for the colourful Northern Lights.
Explore the Churchill Northern Studies Centre
Continue your learning vacation by listening to research presentations and heading outdoors to explore the winter landscape. Spend another evening viewing the Northern Lights.
Discover Churchill
Head downtown for a full-day tour of Churchill and the local area before your final night of aurora viewing.
Travel back to Winnipeg
After a morning activity, say goodbye to Churchill and travel to Winnipeg mid-afternoon.
Depart from Winnipeg
Your Northern Lights vacation ends as you depart Winnipeg at your leisure.
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Churchill Northern Studies Centre
At the Churchill Northern Studies Centre, you can interact with in-house researchers and guest scientists during your stay. Guest rooms are dormitory style, and meals are served in the cafeteria. The centre offers a unique vacation experience in a remote location.
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Spend more time in Winnipeg at the beginning or end of your trip and discover this city's hidden gems. Highlights include the Assiniboine Park Zoo (and its 'Journey to Churchill'), the Museum of Human Rights, the Royal Canadian Mint, and the Inuit Art Centre — the first of its kind in the world.
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