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MANITOBA
From urban centres to scenic parks and
subarctic wilderness, Manitoba is the heart
of Canada. Go to Churchill and paddle
alongside Beluga whales in summer, walk
among polar bears in fall and search for the
elusive dazzling Northern Lights in winter.
Be charmed by ‘hip and trendy’ Winnipeg,
Manitoba’s capital, and explore its thriving
art, food and cultural scene.
SEE
• View polar bears in the wild in Churchill
• Be on the lookout for beluga whales in the
Churchill River Estuary in summer
• See the world’s largest Inuit art collection at
Winnipeg Art Gallery-Qaumajuq
Churchill Courtesy of Travel Manitoba/Dennis Fast
DO
• Immerse yourself in Manitoba’s history and
culture at Le Musée de St-Boniface Museum Gangler’s North Seal River
Seal River Lodge Heritage Lodge
• Enjoy a dog sledding adventure as you race Churchill •
Wapusk
through the snow-covered boreal forest National Park Hudson Bay
EAT & DRINK Saskatchewan
• Dine on ice at RAW:almond, a pop-up Manitoba
restaurant on the frozen Assiniboine River CANADA
Lake ©Frontiers North Adventures
WHAT’S ON Winnipeg
Manito Ahbee Festival Ontario
May (dates to be confirmed)
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Winnipeg Fringe Theatre Festival • Winnipeg HOTELS PAGE
15 to 26 July
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ASSINIBOINE PARK ASSINIBOINE PARK ZOO CANADIAN MUSEUM FOR
CONSERVANCY THE LEAF Home to more than 180 animal species, and a great HUMAN RIGHTS
The Leaf is a spectacular indoor horticultural attraction place for exploration and family fun and is open year- The first museum solely dedicated to the evolution,
at Assiniboine Park where visitors will journey through round, with both indoor and outdoor exhibits. Journey celebration and future of human rights. Creating
four distinct biomes. Experience a stunning showcase to Churchill, the Zoo’s northern species exhibit houses inspiring encounters with human rights, the museum
of diversity, expressed through plants that shape polar bears, harbour seals, snowy owls, and muskoxen. engages visitors in an immersive, interactive experience
the lives here and across the globe. Outdoors, visit A number of exotic animal species can also be found at that offers both the inspiration and tools to make a
the Gardens at The Leaf which comprises close to the zoo including Amur tigers, camels, snow leopards, difference in the lives of others. There are 11 galleries,
30 acres of gardens and greenspace. There are six red panda and more. guided tours, interactive experiences, thought-provoking
gardens to explore; the Indigenous Peoples Garden, Includes: programs and creative use of mobile technology and
Kitchen Garden, Sensory Garden, Performance Garden, a boutique.
Seasonal Garden, and The Grove. • Variety of exhibits including the ‘Journey to Churchill’
• Observe the polar bears and seals from the Includes:
Includes: underwater tunnels • Access to all the museum’s galleries and exhibits
• Access to the four distinct indoor biomes Open: 9am – 5pm Open: Tue to Sun at 9am – 5pm
• Access to the 30-acre outdoor gardens
Free for children under 6 yrs.
Open: 9am – 9pm
Adult Child 3-17 yrs Adult Child 3-17 yrs Adult Child 7-17 yrs
Admission $27 * $15 * Admission $38 * $22 * Admission $35 * $15 *
* PRICES ARE A GUIDE ONLY, subject to change and availability and are in New Zealand Dollars. Prices are per person, unless otherwise specified and based on travel in low season. For full terms and conditions, refer to the Booking
48 Conditions on the inside back cover of this brochure.