Friday, January 15, 2016

Planning For Polar Bear Tours Churchill

By Peter Wilson


Churchill, based in Canada, is a popular tourist destination for those who wish to see the polar bear living in its natural habitat. Many Americans visit this place annually around October and November because this is the peak season. This is a prime time to see these animals and so it is very popular with visitors. The area is known for the coexistence between beast and man thus the reason for the popular polar bear tours Churchill.

Tourists will get a unique chance to explore this great Arctic landscape everyday for the duration of their visit. In this exploration, they will experience the polar bear living in this beautiful part of the world. This exploration is done on either foot or using tundra vehicles. The latter are custom made to travel on snowy and icy terrain. To enjoy the experience, it is important for tourists to do proper prior preparations in advance.

It is important to get a good travel guide to the area. There are many popular options. A good travel agency will provide you with a list of what to carry from home as well as tell you what to expect. This is in terms of the weather conditions, for example how cold it gets and any other relevant information. This makes one well prepared for the experience. Beware of conmen who pretend to run these tours only to steal money from visitors. Do a search on the Internet to get some valid options.

Remember to carry a good camera. While in Churchill, there are a number of opportunities to take many breathtaking photos of not only the bears but also the landscape. This area provides the perfect backdrop of snow and ice to get the best photos. In addition, the area has many clear nights that provide a good opportunity to take photos of the northern lights display. There are also many other opportunities to get the artist inside you out.

Remember to carry very warm clothing least you get sick from the cold. Be well prepared for the cold, wind and rain in the area. Carry several boots that will keep your legs warm. These should be either rubber insulated or neoprene boots. Furthermore, carry rain clothing including rain pants, raincoats and waterproof jackets. Pants should be tightly woven, comfortable and wind resistant. Refrain from cotton material.

In addition, carry several warm hats made from materials that are quick to dry. These can be fleece hats or wool toque. Remember to pack warm mittens and gloves that are made from wind resistant fabric. Long underwear is important and should be made from either synthetic material or wool. Again, do not carry cotton. The same applies to socks.

As for the accessories, carry personal items like toiletries, sunglasses, phones and alarm clocks. Do not forget medicine and vitamins since what you use may not be available. In addition, carry a waterproof backpack to keep everything in dry.

Remember to carry a credit or debit card plus some folding cash. This allows you the freedom to have quick cash when you need it as well as pay large bills easily. It may be a good idea to take your own Internet. A smart phone that allows one to tether with their laptop is an easy option one could also carry a MiFi card that can link many devices to the Internet.




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