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13 January 2016

How To Prepare For Polar Bear Tours Churchill

By Peter Wilson


Churchill, Canada is one of the most popular destinations for animal lovers to go and see the polar bear in its natural habitat. The king of the wild is found in great numbers around this region. Many people visit this magnificent place during the prime season that starts from October to late November. Here they get a chance to experience the popular polar bear tours Churchill. This is a once in a lifetime opportunity to see this great king of the Arctic in its habitat.

Visitors get to experience and explore the magnificent Arctic landscape. There are many daily tours around the area because visitors want to see and take photos of the bears. It is also fun to explore the land on foot. There are special vehicles called Tundra that are used by guides to take people around in the snowy terrain. It is important to prepare for this tour properly.

Make sure to get an excellent travel agency to plan this trip. A good option will tell you what to expect while in the area in terms of the weather and climate conditions. In addition, they will tell clients about the food commonly eaten and advice them on what to carry. This includes clothing and accessories. Always beware of unscrupulous people who con people of their money by pretending to run tour agencies. Search online for legitimate options and do background checks before committing to them.

Always carry a camera to capture memories and photos of the polar bear. The region has a breathtaking landscape. This provides a good backdrop of ice and snow while taking shots of the animals. The area is also popular for its magnificent display of northern lights. These are easily seen because there are many clear nights. Surely, this is a good place to bring out the photographer in you.

One should carry warm clothes to avoid getting sick or hypothermia. Many agencies advice their clients to prepare for the cold, windy conditions and rain. They further advice you to carry some warm boots that are either neoprene or rubber insulated. As for the rain, waterproof jackets, raincoats and pants are sufficient to keep you dry and warm. The pants should not be made from cotton.

Wool toque and fleece hats are perfect to keep your head warm. This is because these are made of materials that are quick to dry. Wind resistant mittens also come in handy as do long underwear made from wool or synthetic materials. Remember to carry socks to keep feet warm.

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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