Wednesday, 13 January 2016

Preparing For Polar Bear Tours Churchill

By Peter Wilson


Churchill is perhaps the most visited destination in Canada by animal lovers. This is because it is a unique human settlement that allows people to see the polar bear while in its habitat. Here this animal is easily found living and coexisting with humans. The period between October and November is a prime bear season. At this time, the area gets many visitors who come for the polar bear tours Churchill. Ideally, this is a memorable season to be in Canada.

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.

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.

Make sure to carry warm hats. Fleece hats and wool toque are made from quick to dry materials. Pack gloves and mittens made from a wind resistant fabric as well as long underwear of synthetic or wool material. Socks are also very important as they keep feet warm.

When it comes to accessories, one should carry toiletries, phones, sunglasses and alarm clocks that glow even in the dark. They should also carry any medicine or vitamins they use. These should come with a complimentary backpack that is waterproof to keep things in it 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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