Join Natures Thrill as we travel to the legendary frontier town of Churchill, perched on the edge of the Hudson Bay, and immerse ourselves in what is renowned as the Polar Bear Capital of the World . This remarkable settlement, some 1,000 km north of the nearest major city, is uniquely situated along a Polar Bear migration route. It is here that the sea ice forms first, drawing hundreds of Polar Bears each autumn as they eagerly await the bay to freeze. During this short but magical autumn season in the Canadian Arctic, our focus will be on capturing breathtaking images of the bears against an ever-changing landscape. This is a premium wildlife photography experience, where every detail has been carefully considered to ensure the very best photographic opportunities. Working from eye level with the bears, we will photograph them from the comfort of specialist 4×4 vehicles or, when safe, on foot – always under the expert guidance of our local specialists.
The Polar Bear viewing season in Churchill is as fleeting as it is famous, lasting as little as six weeks each year. This world-renowned destination attracts more than 10,000 wildlife enthusiasts each autumn, and with limited accommodation, travelling during the peak season is almost impossible without planning years in advance. Through BearPhoto, however, we are privileged to have forged a rare partnership with one of Churchill’s longest-established operators, granting us exclusive access to a handful of prime travel dates timed perfectly with the height of the bear migration. These coveted dates are seldom available elsewhere, a truly unique opportunity to witness the King of the Arctic.
Guided by some of Canada’s leading bear biologists and trackers, we will explore the coastal wilderness in state-of-the-art hybrid 4×4 vehicles in search of Polar Bears and other Arctic wildlife – from Red and Arctic foxes to Arctic Hares, Ptarmigan, and countless iconic species. Between our field excursions, we will retreat to our comfortable guesthouse, where hearty meals and warm hospitality await. Finally, as Churchill lies directly beneath the Auroral Oval, each evening brings with it the chance, if skies are clear, to witness one of nature’s most breathtaking displays, the Northern Lights.
Kyle is the founder of Natures Thrill, and has been guiding wildlife tours for over a decade. Based in the UK, he is a multi-award-winning nature photographer and wildlife guide. Renowned for his work with bears across the globe, Kyle has documented species in some of the planet’s most remote and rugged environments – from the Alaskan wilderness and Canada’s Arctic tundra in pursuit of polar bears, to the dense Boreal forests of Finland in search of the elusive European brown bear.
His powerful imagery and deep understanding of wildlife have led to collaborations with tourism boards, major broadcasters including the BBC, and, most recently, a global campaign for Samsung promoting their latest mobile phone technology. Kyle’s photographs are represented by some of the world’s leading photographic stock agencies and are widely published in international media.
Roger has been a professional nature photographer for over twenty years. Based in Norway but spending more than 320 days a year travelling, he quite literally has the world as his workplace. He has been a Nikon ambassador for over eighteen years, making him one of the brand’s longest-serving ambassadors. Roger is also the leader of the Norwegian Nature Photographers / NN.
He has held workshops in more than thirty countries, with a particular focus on predators. He is a renowned speaker and gives nearly one hundred lectures each year. He has extensive experience as a nature photographer, with articles and photographs published in several European newspapers and magazines. He also collaborates with various television channels, including the BBC, for which he supplied photographs and film for the major new series Wild Scandinavia.
He has held several photo exhibitions in recent years, with subjects ranging from Antarctica in the south to Svalbard in the north. In March 2020, he published his first book, accompanied by a large solo exhibition featuring images from Antarctica. In autumn 2024, he published two books together with Ole Mathismoen: The Bear – the Strongest in the Country and The Wolf – the Smartest in the Forest. This year he will release four new books: The Moose – the King of the Forest, in addition to a series of three children’s books focused on the natural world.
Kelsey is a northern Canadian wildlife guide, writer, filmmaker and artist with more than twenty-five years of experience leading wildlife tours, specialising in unique eye-level encounters with polar bears. He promotes nature conservation through his wildlife expeditions, filmmaking, tours and writing on wildlife, northern history and local communities. He has worked as a dog musher, polar bear guide, natural history consultant and heritage interpreter, has run a newspaper in the North, and has travelled the world on expeditions while filming documentaries and guiding tours. He is also known as one of the three main characters in the documentary reality series Polar Bear Town, filmed in 2015 and aired in 2017, which explores the story of the town of Churchill, its residents and their relationship with wildlife.
Kelsey is our ‘go-to guide’ for observing the wildlife of northern Canada. With his knowledge of history, wildlife behaviour and his artistic eye, you can be sure of experiencing the best wildlife sightings and capturing your most memorable moments.
Our summer wildlife adventure takes place in Churchill, a remote Arctic town located on the western shores of Hudson Bay in northern Manitoba. This vast sub-Arctic wilderness is celebrated for its open tundra landscapes, rugged coastline, and extraordinary seasonal wildlife gatherings.
Churchill is one of the world’s best destinations for viewing beluga whales and summer polar bears. Each summer, thousands of belugas migrate into the Hudson Bay estuaries, while polar bears roam the tundra waiting for the sea ice to return. The region is also rich in Arctic foxes, migratory birds, and diverse northern wildlife.
Guests stay in carefully selected lodges in Churchill, providing comfort and easy access to prime wildlife viewing areas. Guided boat excursions and tundra vehicle safaris ensure safe, unforgettable encounters while offering spectacular panoramic views of Canada’s dramatic Arctic landscape.
This tour has a maximum group size of 8 guests and 3 guides. We will be split between three vehicles, each seating 3 guests, meaning everybody has their own window seat.
Experience the iconic Masai Mara with thrilling safari drives, Big Five wildlife encounters, sweeping savanna landscapes, and unforgettable views of the Great Migration in one of Africa’s most spectacular nature reserves.
At first glance, you might wonder why BearPhoto is leading an African safari, after all, bears don’t roam the savannahs of Kenya. But at BearPhoto, our passion has never been limited by geography or species. We are driven by one thing above all else: the pursuit of extraordinary wildlife encounters and unforgettable photographic experiences. This journey to the Masai Mara represents exactly that – and more.
We are thrilled to introduce this exceptional photographic safari to Kenya’s legendary Masai Mara, one of the most celebrated wildlife destinations on Earth. For photographers, the Mara needs little introduction. Vast, open plains stretch to the horizon, alive with staggering numbers of wildlife and an unrivalled concentration of big cats. The scale, drama, and raw beauty of this ecosystem offer some of the most powerful natural spectacles anywhere in the world.
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