Majestic polar bear walking across a vast, pristine Arctic landscape at sunset — A polar bear in its natural, untouched Arctic habitat.

Ethical Polar Bear Encounters in the Wild Arctic

Witness the Arctic's most magnificent predator in their natural habitat through Canada's most ethical wildlife viewing experiences. Arctic Hearth offers exclusive tours designed with rigorous ethical standards and deep respect for the environment and its inhabitants.

Reserve Your Polar Bear Encounter

Limited tour availability ensures intimate and responsible experiences.

Researcher tagging a polar bear as part of a conservation study — Polar bear conservation efforts.

Supporting Polar Bear Conservation Through Tourism

Arctic Hearth is a proud partner of Polar Bears International, actively contributing to vital conservation research. Our tours are designed with zero-impact viewing protocols, ensuring the safety and natural behavior of these incredible animals.

Direct financial contributions to Polar Bears International's critical climate change research.
Educational components on every tour, fostering deeper understanding of the Arctic ecosystem.
Opportunities for guests to learn about and even participate in data collection efforts, under expert guidance.

Learn More About Our Commitment

Choose Your Polar Bear Adventure

Photographer capturing an image of a polar bear in Arctic light — Photography-focused polar bear tour.

Photography Expedition

Tailored for aspiring and professional photographers, our expeditions provide ample time and optimal conditions to capture breathtaking shots of polar bears and Arctic wildlife. Expert photographers guide you through lighting, composition, and animal behavior.

Autumn (Oct-Nov) Multi-day Details & Dates

Family with children watching a distant polar bear from a tundra buggy — Family-friendly polar bear tour.

Family Discovery Tour

An unforgettable experience for all ages. Our family-friendly tours prioritize safety and comfort, offering engaging educational content about the Arctic ecosystem and its iconic residents in a comfortable, climate-controlled environment.

Autumn (Oct-Nov) Day & Multi-day Details & Dates

Small group of tourists observing a polar bear with a researcher, in a respectful distance — Research participation polar bear tour.

Conservation & Research Immersion

For those passionate about direct impact, this tour offers a unique chance to observe ongoing research and potentially assist in non-invasive data collection. Gain unparalleled insights into conservation challenges directly from field scientists.

Pre-Freeze (Sep-Oct) Multi-day Details & Dates

Capture Award-Winning Polar Bear Photography

Polar bear cub playing in fresh snow, captured with professional detail — Guest photography from a polar bear tour.

A polar bear walking resolutely across an ice floe under an epic Arctic sky — Stunning polar bear photo.

A polar bear silhouetted against a vibrant Northern Lights display — Northern Lights and polar bear photography.

Our expert wildlife photographers don't just guide; they mentor. Each photography-focused tour includes workshops on site, helping you master techniques for capturing the majesty of polar bears in their natural environment.

On-location workshops covering Arctic lighting and wildlife composition.
Guidance on equipment selection and optional rental of specialized lenses.
Showcase your best shots in our annual guest photography contest; past winners featured on our website!

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Safety and Ethical Wildlife Viewing Standards

Our tours adhere to the highest safety standards, including detailed emergency procedures, equipped communication systems, and highly trained guides with extensive Arctic wilderness experience. We conduct thorough pre-tour briefings covering all necessary precautions.

Arctic Hearth maintains strict distance requirements and behavioral guidelines to ensure we never disturb polar bears in their natural habitat. Our goal is observation without interference, preserving their wild instincts and minimizing human impact.

All Arctic Hearth guides are certified wilderness first responders and experienced naturalists. We limit group sizes to a maximum of 8 guests, fostering a more personal experience and allowing for agile, less intrusive wildlife viewing maneuvers.

Expedition guide giving a safety briefing to a small group of tourists in the Arctic — Arctic Hearth guide explaining safety protocols.

Unforgettable Polar Bear Encounters

"Seeing a polar bear gracefully navigate the ice was a moment I'll cherish forever. Arctic Hearth's dedication to responsible tourism made it even more special."

Sarah Chen

Wildlife Photographer, Vancouver, BC

"The guides were incredibly knowledgeable, and the commitment to conservation was evident every step of the way. A truly transformative experience."

Michael Davies

Conservationist, London, UK

"From the pristine landscapes to the respectful wildlife interactions, every detail was perfect. Arctic Hearth made our family's dream of seeing polar bears come true."

Kim Lee

Educator, Sydney, Australia

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Secure Your Polar Bear Viewing Experience

Space on our exclusive polar bear viewing tours is highly limited to ensure minimal environmental impact and an intimate guest experience. Don't miss your chance for a once-in-a-lifetime encounter.

Find Your Departure Date

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Choose Your Preferred Date (Oct - Nov 2024/2025): Dates highlighted in orange have limited spots remaining.

Flexible booking policies and options for weather-related modifications are available. Please contact us for details.