Polar Safari
Winnipeg | Churchill | Remote Wilds of the Hudson Bay
Duration
11 Days, door-to-door
Travel Map
Itinerary
Vision Statement
By Benjamin Walls
By Benjamin Walls
Vision Statement: by Benjamin Walls
This is the ultimate Polar Safari for those that want it all – zero compromises! This trip combines both a private multi-day Tundra Buggy experience and a private multi-day luxury lodge experience on the remote shores of the Hudson Bay. It includes a fully guided walking tour where you’ll experience the arctic wildlife at ground level. Throw in a dedicated chef, three expert (& armed) guides, and my impeccable WALLSabout Concierge team and you have our Signature WALLSabout Polar Safari.
Friends, in 20 years of exploring our world, and in the 9 years of designing trips for WALLSabout, I’m hanging my hat on this experience as much as anything we have ever done!
Lets Go,
– Benji
Day 1
En Route | Arrive In Winnipeg
En Route | Arrive In Winnipeg
Arrive and relax at the hotel. Afternoon/evening at your leisure.
*Book your flight to arrive anytime this day. Hotel check-in is 4PM, but let us know if you’d like us to request early check-in.
Accommodations: The Grand, Winnipeg
Meals: None — arrivals day
Day 2
Explore Winnipeg | Guided Museum Experience | Gear Fitting | Briefing
Explore Winnipeg | Guided Museum Experience | Gear Fitting | Briefing
Breakfast at the hotel, followed by time exploring the city of Winnipeg and The Forks District (option: sleep in and meet us for lunch). We’ll come together as a group for lunch at one of the most iconic restaurants in town, The James Avenue Pumphouse. Afterwards, we’ll get our historic and cultural bearings at the Manitoba Museum – including a 411 on the native flora, fauna, trade routes, and native peoples of the far north. A central highlight of the museum is a tour of the full-sized replica of the Nonsuch, the first English ship from to take part in the fur trade in Churchill in 1668. Upon returning to the hotel we’ll do a gear fitting in your custom parka, pants, and boots. Followed by a happy hour wine tasting, dinner, and briefing at the hotel. Rest up because we depart early tomorrow!
Itinerary:
AM – breakfast at The Grand from 7AM
9AM – Group shuttle for The Forks shopping / exploring (optional)
Noon – FIRST GROUP ACTIVITY – Lunch at The James Avenue Pumphouse
3-5PM – Gear Fitting at The Grand – 5th Floor
5PM – Happy Hour and Dinner 5th Floor of The Grand
6:30PM – Polar Safari Briefing
8PM- Early to bed
Accommodations: The Grand, Winnipeg
Meals: Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner
Day 3
Northbound! | Dog Sledding Adventure | Inukshuk!
Northbound! | Dog Sledding Adventure | Inukshuk!
Early flight northbound to Churchill. Lunch in town followed by an afternoon dog sled adventure. Next, we’ll visit some of the landmarks of Churchill including a stop at the edge of the brisk Hudson Bay to learn about Inukshuks. Dinner and overnight in Churchill.
Accommodation: Wild Blueberry Inn, Churchill
Meals: Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner
Day 4
Tundra Buggy Day 1
Tundra Buggy Day 1
Breakfast at the lodge before we climb aboard an official Tundra Buggy. We’ll use this massive vehicle with 5’ tall tires to explore the Churchill Wildlife Management Area. This area is legendary for its dense population of polar bears that congregate each fall waiting for the sea ice to freeze so they can go out onto the Hudson Bay to hunt seals. We’ll have a catered lunch, hot chocolate, and coffee onboard the Tundra Buggy which also has an ensuite bathroom, duel heaters and other creature comforts to make sure we stay cozy and comfortable as we explore the Tundra and frozen ponds looking for the great white bears! We’ll head back to town at dusk (3:30-4PM this time of year) to catch dinner and overnight in Churchill. That night we’ll review photos, trade stories and view a slide show presentation from a local wildlife expert.
Accommodation: Wild Blueberry Inn, Churchill
Meals: Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner
Day 5
Tundra Buggy Day 2
Tundra Buggy Day 2
Day 2 of Tundra Buggy Exploration! Breakfast at the lodge before we climb aboard an official Tundra Buggy. We’ll use this massive vehicle with 5’ tall tires to explore the Churchill Wildlife Management Area. This area is legendary for its dense population of polar bears that congregate each fall waiting for the sea ice to freeze so they can go out onto the Hudson Bay to hunt seals. We’ll have a catered lunch, hot chocolate, and coffee onboard the Tundra Buggy which also has an ensuite bathroom, duel heaters and other creature comforts to make sure we stay cozy and comfortable as we explore the Tundra and frozen ponds looking for the great white bears! We’ll head back to town at dusk (3:30-4PM this time of year) to catch dinner and overnight in Churchill. That night we’ll review photos, trade stories and view a slide show presentation from a local wildlife expert.
Accommodation: Wild Blueberry Inn, Churchill
Meals: Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner
Day 6
Discover the Remote Wilds of the Hudson Bay
Discover the Remote Wilds of the Hudson Bay
Breakfast is at your leisure, explore town to pick up any final souvenirs. You will then be transferred by chartered fixed wing aircraft to our private luxury Polar Bear Lodge located on the Hudson bay. This exciting one-hour flight takes you over Wapusk National Park as well as the historic York Factory. Keep a sharp eye en-route for wildlife including the ‘Great Ice Bears’.
Our accommodation is the pioneering vision of a local couple to share an unforgettable experience of walking with wildlife among the open tundra. Upon arrival, you’ll get settled in your room followed by a thorough orientation and safety briefing before exploring the fully fenced compound and heading out for our first outing to see Polar Bears and other wildlife.
The lodge has a dedicated team ready to assist. Three dedicated guides, a dedicated chef, the lodge manager, housekeeping staff, and maintenance. Because we have exclusive access to the lodge, we’ll also be using motorized vehicles that have been used previously by Discovery, BBC Wildlife, NatGeo and others. These vehicles will boost us out to see the most active wildlife zones on days that the action is not centered immediately adjacent to the lodge (which it often is). Upon return, enjoy local wines and appetizers while comparing photos and listening to a presentation by one of our guides.
Accommodation: Private Luxury Lodge on the Hudson Bay
Meals: Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner
Day 7
Explore the Remote Wilds of the Hudson Bay
Explore the Remote Wilds of the Hudson Bay
Each morning after a delicious breakfast, your guides will outline a plan for the day’s excursions. Each day you will embark on a walk with the polar bears in the morning before returning to the lodge for hearty lunch and relaxing by the fire. Later in the day you will set off on your second excursion to walk with the bears before returning for dinner with appetizers and local wine pairings. Note that to maximize photography time and opportunities, your daily schedule may be adjusted. Our Luxury Polar Bear Lodge is a wildly rugged and remote location catering to adventurers ready to spend hours in the field getting up close and personal, at ground level, with Arctic wildlife. The shoreline location of the lodge is ideal for viewing and photographing bears on snow and ice, and on clear nights offers excellent chances for northern lights photography.
After appetizers and another one of our signature meals, evenings are spent near the fireplace downloading images, sharing the day’s adventures, or taking in an informative lecture or slide show.
Bedtime is at your leisure and you can rest easy knowing you won’t miss out on anything. Our guides will monitor the compound and skies and will rouse you if the aurora or a nocturnal polar bear make an appearance.
Accommodation: Private Luxury Lodge on the Hudson Bay
Meals: Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner
Day 8
Explore the Remote Wilds of the Hudson Bay
Explore the Remote Wilds of the Hudson Bay
After another delicious breakfast, continue to explore and soak up all that this wild and incredible environment has to offer. Your guides will outline a plan for the day’s excursions. Each day you will embark on a walk with the polar bears in the morning before returning to the lodge for hearty lunch and relaxing by the fire. Later in the day you will set off on your second excursion to walk with the bears before returning for dinner with appetizers and local wine pairings. Note that to maximize photography time and opportunities, your daily schedule may be adjusted. Our Luxury Polar Bear Lodge is a wildly rugged and remote location catering to adventurers ready to spend hours in the field getting up close and personal, at ground level, with Arctic wildlife. The shoreline location of the lodge is ideal for viewing and photographing bears on snow and ice, and on clear nights offers excellent chances for northern lights photography.
After appetizers and another one of our signature meals, evenings are spent near the fireplace downloading images, sharing the day’s adventures, or taking in an informative lecture or slide show.
Bedtime is at your leisure and you can rest easy knowing you won’t miss out on anything. Our guides will monitor the compound and skies and will rouse you if the aurora or a nocturnal polar bear make an appearance.
Accommodation: Private Luxury Lodge on the Hudson Bay
Meals: Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner
Day 9
Explore the Remote Wilds of the Hudson Bay
Explore the Remote Wilds of the Hudson Bay
For the last full day in Nanuk, your guides will outline a plan for the day’s excursions. Each day you will embark on a walk with the polar bears in the morning before returning to the lodge for hearty lunch and relaxing by the fire. Later in the day you will set off on your second excursion to walk with the bears before returning for dinner with appetizers and local wine pairings. Note that to maximize photography time and opportunities, your daily schedule may be adjusted. Our Luxury Polar Bear Lodge is a wildly rugged and remote location catering to adventurers ready to spend hours in the field getting up close and personal, at ground level, with Arctic wildlife. The shoreline location of the lodge is ideal for viewing and photographing bears on snow and ice, and on clear nights offers excellent chances for northern lights photography.
After appetizers and another one of our signature meals, evenings are spent near the fireplace downloading images, sharing the day’s adventures, or taking in an informative lecture or slide show.
Bedtime is at your leisure and you can rest easy knowing you won’t miss out on anything. Our guides will monitor the compound and skies and will rouse you if the aurora or a nocturnal polar bear make an appearance.
Accommodation: Private Luxury Lodge on the Hudson Bay
Meals: Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner
Day 10
En route to Winnipeg | End of services
En route to Winnipeg | End of services
After another hearty Lodge breakfast, we will begin air transfer back to Churchill. Have your cameras ready for the return flight as it affords excellent opportunities for great aerial shots.
Back in Churchill, you’ll spend the day with one of our tour guides exploring the town and surrounding area and learning about its rich history as a seaport and ex-military base. Your tour will include stops such as the Parks Canada exhibit, the Itsanitaq Museum, and the “Polar Bear Jail”. Along the way, your guide will point out murals that were commissioned in 2016 as part of the SeaWalls mural festival. Before a group dinner, your guide will give you free time to shop for last-minute souvenirs at the unique gift stores in Churchill.
Your flight south to Winnipeg will take place this evening. Upon arrival, collect your bags, head out of the arrivals doors and back to The Grand Hotel.
End of WALLSabout Services upon arrival at The Grand in Winnipeg
Accommodations: The Grand, Winnipeg
Meals: Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner
Day 11
En route Home
En route Home
The international terminal is just across the street from our hotel. Double check you have your documents and belongings and proceed to check-in 3 hours prior to your flight time. Hotel checkout is 11AM. Please let us know prior to your trip if you require a late checkout or additional nights in Winnipeg.
Highlights
Highlights Include:
– Walking Safari with the Polar Bears
– Exclusive access (our group only) to luxury lodge with only 16 participants
– Dedicated lodge staff and chef
– 3 dedicated local guides
– Tundra Buggy Excursion (2 full days)
– WALLSabout exclusive access to a Tundra Buggy
– Dedicated bathroom / driver-guide / catered lunch
– Dog Sledding experience
– Local expert guides at each stop with morning briefing and evening presentations on flora, fauna, history, and conservation
– Museum tour in Winnipeg
– Northern lights viewing and photography tutorial by local guides
– Boots / Parka / Pants provided
– Benjamin to attend this inaugural tour
– Possible Sightings Include:
– Polar Bears
– Wolves
– Moose
– Arctic Foxes
– Ptarmigan
– Arctic Hare
– Snowy owls
– Northern Lights
Actual Food Served at the Lodge
The lodge has a dedicated chef for just 16 guests, fresh ingredients are flown in from Southern Manitoba twice a week to create delicious and hearty meals for the entirety of your stay. Pictured above are expertly prepared meals actually on the menu for an incredible arctic infused culinary experience.
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Reviews
★★★★★
WALLSabout Luxury Travel provided a truly unforgettable one-in-a-lifetime adventure to Africa! Every detail was well thought through & executed.
Our tour director ensured everything ran smoothly. He was very attuned to the needs of each and every person in our group.
The driver/guides were extremely knowledgeable & adept at managing the rough roads…and always seemed to know the best spots for seeing all the different species…getting us super close to all the animals.
The lodgings hand-selected by Benjamin for our different safaris in Kenya & Tanzania each had their own special character.
Our visit to a Maasai village was very emotional & left a lasting impact on me. The women of the village welcomed us with a wonderful tribal dance & warmly shared their culture with us. I was most touched by getting to meet & see the children in their schoolhouse.
The sunrise hot air balloon ride over the Serengeti was like nothing I’ve ever experienced. I still get goosebumps thinking about how amazing that experience was!
It was comforting to have a 24 hour concierge service for any questions we had during the trip. The team back in Asheville worked diligently & were in frequent contact to pass along necessary logistics/details.
In summary, I highly recommend WALLSabout Luxury Travel for your African Safari. I was so pleased with them, I’m planning on choosing them for my next adventures in Australia & New Zealand in 2026.
WALLSabout Luxury Travel provided a truly unforgettable one-in-a-lifetime adventure to Africa! Every detail was well thought through & executed.
Our tour director ensured everything ran smoothly. He was very attuned to the needs of each and every person in our group.
The driver/guides were extremely knowledgeable & adept at managing the rough roads…and always seemed to know the best spots for seeing all the different species…getting us super close to all the animals.
The lodgings hand-selected by Benjamin for our different safaris in Kenya & Tanzania each had their own special character.
Our visit to a Maasai village was very emotional & left a lasting impact on me. The women of the village welcomed us with a wonderful tribal dance & warmly shared their culture with us. I was most touched by getting to meet & see the children in their schoolhouse.
The sunrise hot air balloon ride over the Serengeti was like nothing I’ve ever experienced. I still get goosebumps thinking about how amazing that experience was!
It was comforting to have a 24 hour concierge service for any questions we had during the trip. The team back in Asheville worked diligently & were in frequent contact to pass along necessary logistics/details.
In summary, I highly recommend WALLSabout Luxury Travel for your African Safari. I was so pleased with them, I’m planning on choosing them for my next adventures in Australia & New Zealand in 2026.
★★★★★
It’s been over a month since my husband and I got back from our safari adventure and we still flip through our Shutterfly book and get excited about the amazing things we saw and did. WallsAbout made everyday a “best travel moment” and our drivers and guide were outstanding.
It’s been over a month since my husband and I got back from our safari adventure and we still flip through our Shutterfly book and get excited about the amazing things we saw and did. WallsAbout made everyday a “best travel moment” and our drivers and guide were outstanding.
★★★★★
My wife and I found WallsAbout travel by accident and what a great find it was! While in Ashville we walked by the gallery and admired the artwork and told Cassidy how an African Safari was on our bucket list. She told us how they lead these Safaris and as we quickly learned more, we booked the trip and included some close friends who also wanted to go on a trip like this. My wife and I have traveled throughout the US and Europe but mostly on solo trips. This African Safari was our first organized tour and we were apprehensive of who will be on the trip. To our surprise (and I think this happens quite often) everyone on the trip was wonderful and would soon become close friends that we would keep in touch with well after the trip. The trip itself was VERY well organized and our leader Fro was outstanding. I think we were an easy group, but he was not frazzled by anything. He was able to read the group’s feelings and made quick modifications to the schedule based on our needs and how tired or energetic we were. The accommodations were first class and extremely comfortable considering how remote some of the locations were. All of the lodges were right where the action was, and we could often see wildlife right out of our room. Our driver guides were outstanding and both informative and entertaining. They put us in perfect positions to see all of the wildlife and always worked hard to anticipate where the animals would go next so we could be ahead of the other tours. Fro helped us all with our photography skills and this trip helped me rekindle my love for photography. I took thousands of pictures and was able to narrow it down to 3500!! When we got home, we had to buy a new digital picture frame so we could share our experiences with family and friends who visit. We already have a reunion planned with our group and are also planning some trips together in the future. Some in our group have already booked their next WallsAbout adventure. If you are looking for an experience of a lifetime, we strongly suggest WallsAbout for a trip like this.
My wife and I found WallsAbout travel by accident and what a great find it was! While in Ashville we walked by the gallery and admired the artwork and told Cassidy how an African Safari was on our bucket list. She told us how they lead these Safaris and as we quickly learned more, we booked the trip and included some close friends who also wanted to go on a trip like this. My wife and I have traveled throughout the US and Europe but mostly on solo trips. This African Safari was our first organized tour and we were apprehensive of who will be on the trip. To our surprise (and I think this happens quite often) everyone on the trip was wonderful and would soon become close friends that we would keep in touch with well after the trip. The trip itself was VERY well organized and our leader Fro was outstanding. I think we were an easy group, but he was not frazzled by anything. He was able to read the group’s feelings and made quick modifications to the schedule based on our needs and how tired or energetic we were. The accommodations were first class and extremely comfortable considering how remote some of the locations were. All of the lodges were right where the action was, and we could often see wildlife right out of our room. Our driver guides were outstanding and both informative and entertaining. They put us in perfect positions to see all of the wildlife and always worked hard to anticipate where the animals would go next so we could be ahead of the other tours. Fro helped us all with our photography skills and this trip helped me rekindle my love for photography. I took thousands of pictures and was able to narrow it down to 3500!! When we got home, we had to buy a new digital picture frame so we could share our experiences with family and friends who visit. We already have a reunion planned with our group and are also planning some trips together in the future. Some in our group have already booked their next WallsAbout adventure. If you are looking for an experience of a lifetime, we strongly suggest WallsAbout for a trip like this.
★★★★★
I love exploring new places but generally opt to book things myself versus going with a tour group. However, going on safari I knew I would have a better experience with a group. So I decided to let WALLSabout take me on this adventure. I’m so glad I did! Every part of this trip was incredible. Benjamin Walls and his team create the most amazing experience. The guides are the very best. The hotels selected for each part of our trip were beyond my expectations. I met so many amazing people I now call friends. I saw every animal I had hoped to see (y’all lions are for real majestic!! I was speechless). I also opted to climb Mount Kilimanjaro. Because if you’re flying to Tanzania, why not?! It was also a truly incredible experience. The team that led us up the mountain were very experienced and that helped me feel safe. On summit night I started to feel the altitude and was concerned I wasn’t going to be able to make it but our guides knew what to do and continued to check on me to make sure I was still in a place to safely finish the climb. I’m happy to report I made it to the top! Everything about our trip was planned out and taken care of. I enjoyed it so much I decided to sign up to go to New Zealand with WALLSabout in 2023! They’ve made a tour group believer out of me!
I love exploring new places but generally opt to book things myself versus going with a tour group. However, going on safari I knew I would have a better experience with a group. So I decided to let WALLSabout take me on this adventure. I’m so glad I did! Every part of this trip was incredible. Benjamin Walls and his team create the most amazing experience. The guides are the very best. The hotels selected for each part of our trip were beyond my expectations. I met so many amazing people I now call friends. I saw every animal I had hoped to see (y’all lions are for real majestic!! I was speechless). I also opted to climb Mount Kilimanjaro. Because if you’re flying to Tanzania, why not?! It was also a truly incredible experience. The team that led us up the mountain were very experienced and that helped me feel safe. On summit night I started to feel the altitude and was concerned I wasn’t going to be able to make it but our guides knew what to do and continued to check on me to make sure I was still in a place to safely finish the climb. I’m happy to report I made it to the top! Everything about our trip was planned out and taken care of. I enjoyed it so much I decided to sign up to go to New Zealand with WALLSabout in 2023! They’ve made a tour group believer out of me!
★★★★★
Benjamin, I have no words, this trip exceeded all expectation and was quite the adventure. It’s going to take me a while to decompress. I’m so grateful to have been able to make this journey with WALLSabout. I couldn’t have been more impressed it was, as I told Fro, a trip of a lifetime. It began with a warm reception both at the airport and hotel and never stopped. Our guides were the greatest, they were so incredibly knowledgeable and attentive in both locations, they wouldn’t stop until we saw it all and we saw it all! The accommodations were amazing and the staff at each location very friendly and helpful. You have done a magnificent job putting this all together. What a beautifully well oiled machine. Your icing on the cake is Fro, this group did not make it easy on him and he handled everything that was thrown his way with ease and grace. I’m so pleased to have taken this journey, thank you from the bottom of my heart! I hope to see you in the very near future.
Benjamin, I have no words, this trip exceeded all expectation and was quite the adventure. It’s going to take me a while to decompress. I’m so grateful to have been able to make this journey with WALLSabout. I couldn’t have been more impressed it was, as I told Fro, a trip of a lifetime. It began with a warm reception both at the airport and hotel and never stopped. Our guides were the greatest, they were so incredibly knowledgeable and attentive in both locations, they wouldn’t stop until we saw it all and we saw it all! The accommodations were amazing and the staff at each location very friendly and helpful. You have done a magnificent job putting this all together. What a beautifully well oiled machine. Your icing on the cake is Fro, this group did not make it easy on him and he handled everything that was thrown his way with ease and grace. I’m so pleased to have taken this journey, thank you from the bottom of my heart! I hope to see you in the very near future.
★★★★★
I would recommend WallsAbout to anyone interested in experiencing an African Safari. The itinerary is so thoughtfully curated and specialized. I have only glowing comments about the entire trip.
I would recommend WallsAbout to anyone interested in experiencing an African Safari. The itinerary is so thoughtfully curated and specialized. I have only glowing comments about the entire trip.
★★★★★
A trip of a lifetime! Returned 10 days ago from our safari in Kenya and Tanzania. Hard to describe how beautiful the scenery and the wildlife were, not to mention the people. We saw the "Big Five" plus many, many more animals and birds.
We stayed at a variety of lodges which was fun. The guides were all first rate and made our experience each day more special than the last. The staff at all the lodges couldn't have done more to make our stays comfortable and safe.
We did the Rwanda Gorilla Trekking and the Zanzibar add-ons following the safari portion of the trip and both were more than worth it. Visiting the gorillas was one of the most exciting experiences of my life.
The WALLsabout team in Asheville were on top of all the logistics and details both before and during the trip. Our safari leader Steve was outstanding. He made every effort to get to know each member of the group. He was professional and very knowledgeable, and he was great fun.
Without hesitation, we highly recommend WALLSabout Luxury Travel.
A trip of a lifetime! Returned 10 days ago from our safari in Kenya and Tanzania. Hard to describe how beautiful the scenery and the wildlife were, not to mention the people. We saw the "Big Five" plus many, many more animals and birds.
We stayed at a variety of lodges which was fun. The guides were all first rate and made our experience each day more special than the last. The staff at all the lodges couldn't have done more to make our stays comfortable and safe.
We did the Rwanda Gorilla Trekking and the Zanzibar add-ons following the safari portion of the trip and both were more than worth it. Visiting the gorillas was one of the most exciting experiences of my life.
The WALLsabout team in Asheville were on top of all the logistics and details both before and during the trip. Our safari leader Steve was outstanding. He made every effort to get to know each member of the group. He was professional and very knowledgeable, and he was great fun.
Without hesitation, we highly recommend WALLSabout Luxury Travel.
★★★★★
My husband and I travelled with Wallsabout to Eastern Africa for Gorilla Trekking in Rwanda followed by a Safari in Kenya & Tanzania. We found our very high expectations to not only be met but exceeded throughout our 18 day African Adventure. The itinerary included multiple National Parks which featured varying climates, geographical, geological and wildlife viewing led by knowledgable guides imparting interesting and relevant information throughout each days excursion. The many cultural experiences from the Rwanda Genocide Museum, the LEAF Global Arts Program, the Campus of the Dian Fossey Gorilla Fund, the Maasai Village, the OlPejeta Conservancy and the Olduvai Gorge archeological site were appreciated, enlightening & fascinating. Steve Harkey, our program director was the consummate professional who tied all the varied and many elements of this amazing trip together. With his considerable talent and extensive experience he insured that all elements of the trip from beginning to end were perfect as we traversed across East Africa. I would highly recommend this once in a lifetime adventure with Wallsabout to those wanting to have a unique and life changing experience.
My husband and I travelled with Wallsabout to Eastern Africa for Gorilla Trekking in Rwanda followed by a Safari in Kenya & Tanzania. We found our very high expectations to not only be met but exceeded throughout our 18 day African Adventure. The itinerary included multiple National Parks which featured varying climates, geographical, geological and wildlife viewing led by knowledgable guides imparting interesting and relevant information throughout each days excursion. The many cultural experiences from the Rwanda Genocide Museum, the LEAF Global Arts Program, the Campus of the Dian Fossey Gorilla Fund, the Maasai Village, the OlPejeta Conservancy and the Olduvai Gorge archeological site were appreciated, enlightening & fascinating. Steve Harkey, our program director was the consummate professional who tied all the varied and many elements of this amazing trip together. With his considerable talent and extensive experience he insured that all elements of the trip from beginning to end were perfect as we traversed across East Africa. I would highly recommend this once in a lifetime adventure with Wallsabout to those wanting to have a unique and life changing experience.
★★★★★
This was truly a trip of a lifetime. The team is incredible and the experience is hard to describe. Traveling with Walls About is the absolute best!!! ❤️
This was truly a trip of a lifetime. The team is incredible and the experience is hard to describe. Traveling with Walls About is the absolute best!!! ❤️
★★★★★
What an amazing “once in a lifetime” trip! WALLSabout Luxury Travel took care of every detail…unique accommodations, domestic flights, visas, etc. We had excellent drivers/guides and a program director who managed all of the details during our safari. The itinerary was excellent and included up close and personal animal interactions. The concierge staff provided outstanding support before and during this outstanding trip.
What an amazing “once in a lifetime” trip! WALLSabout Luxury Travel took care of every detail…unique accommodations, domestic flights, visas, etc. We had excellent drivers/guides and a program director who managed all of the details during our safari. The itinerary was excellent and included up close and personal animal interactions. The concierge staff provided outstanding support before and during this outstanding trip.
★★★★★
My husband and I had the trip of a lifetime with WALLSabout Travel in July 2021. No detail was overlooked for our amazing African Safari. The itinerary was incredible and each day was better than the previous one. Our guide became an instant and lasting friend and we became close with the other travelers in our group. We were personally a little naive about what to expect in Africa and that added to the thrill of the experience. Everything was handled by a huge team of people, making sure our travel was safe and seamless. We totally entrusted WALLSabout travel and they absolutely delivered a dream vacation. The luxury and concierge treatment was top notch, but did not compromise the sense of exhilarating adventure. This is a life-changing trip that is extremely special, it could not have gone any better. I recommend WALLSabout without reservation and hope to travel again with them soon.
Simply put, WALLSabout gave us the trip of a lifetime. Our African safari was perfect in every way. Their attention to detail and customer service was truly amazing. The lodging was breathtaking. Their program director, Fro, has become a lifelong friend. Each day of the safari surpassed the previous. There were countless times my wife and I said “I can’t believe what I’m seeing”! I can’t imagine a better travel experience than what Wallsabout provided.
My husband and I had the trip of a lifetime with WALLSabout Travel in July 2021. No detail was overlooked for our amazing African Safari. The itinerary was incredible and each day was better than the previous one. Our guide became an instant and lasting friend and we became close with the other travelers in our group. We were personally a little naive about what to expect in Africa and that added to the thrill of the experience. Everything was handled by a huge team of people, making sure our travel was safe and seamless. We totally entrusted WALLSabout travel and they absolutely delivered a dream vacation. The luxury and concierge treatment was top notch, but did not compromise the sense of exhilarating adventure. This is a life-changing trip that is extremely special, it could not have gone any better. I recommend WALLSabout without reservation and hope to travel again with them soon.
Simply put, WALLSabout gave us the trip of a lifetime. Our African safari was perfect in every way. Their attention to detail and customer service was truly amazing. The lodging was breathtaking. Their program director, Fro, has become a lifelong friend. Each day of the safari surpassed the previous. There were countless times my wife and I said “I can’t believe what I’m seeing”! I can’t imagine a better travel experience than what Wallsabout provided.
★★★★★
Want an exceptional experience?? Traveling with WALLSabout Luxury Travel is the only way to go! They take care of everything. Flight arrangements, accommodations, safari game drives, guides.....everything was top notch! The people are wonderful & the scenery will always be fabulous! I can hardly wait for the next one!
Want an exceptional experience?? Traveling with WALLSabout Luxury Travel is the only way to go! They take care of everything. Flight arrangements, accommodations, safari game drives, guides.....everything was top notch! The people are wonderful & the scenery will always be fabulous! I can hardly wait for the next one!
★★★★★
My husband and I wanted a special trip for our 35th wedding anniversary and WALLSabout Luxury Travel exceeded our expectations. The Wallsabout team's attention to every detail was exceptional. From the places we went, our accommodations, who took care of us and their availability before and during the trip made this trip a very memorable trip. Thank you.
My husband and I wanted a special trip for our 35th wedding anniversary and WALLSabout Luxury Travel exceeded our expectations. The Wallsabout team's attention to every detail was exceptional. From the places we went, our accommodations, who took care of us and their availability before and during the trip made this trip a very memorable trip. Thank you.
★★★★★
Where to start!!!!! This trip was beyond our imagination and expectations. From talking about it to booking and finally going, everything was seamless. You could tell that every aspect of this trip had been well thought over. Food and lodging were exceptional and our guides were the best. The extent of their knowledge was amazing, like having a live encyclopedia traveling with you. The sights were mindblowing especially being very lucky to spot rarely seen activities like momma cheetah chasing and catching a gazelle then getting her cub to share the catch. So many amazing moments that will last a lifetime in our memories. This experience was worth every single pennies and then some. Looking forward to another adventure with Wallsabout
Where to start!!!!! This trip was beyond our imagination and expectations. From talking about it to booking and finally going, everything was seamless. You could tell that every aspect of this trip had been well thought over. Food and lodging were exceptional and our guides were the best. The extent of their knowledge was amazing, like having a live encyclopedia traveling with you. The sights were mindblowing especially being very lucky to spot rarely seen activities like momma cheetah chasing and catching a gazelle then getting her cub to share the catch. So many amazing moments that will last a lifetime in our memories. This experience was worth every single pennies and then some. Looking forward to another adventure with Wallsabout
★★★★★
We had the most amazing experience on our safari. It truly was a trip of a lifetime. From the pre travel support to the guides and accommodations everything was beautifully curated. Everyday was was a 10 out of 10. We will return again but only with the Wallsabout team. Nothing will ever compare to our experience.
We had the most amazing experience on our safari. It truly was a trip of a lifetime. From the pre travel support to the guides and accommodations everything was beautifully curated. Everyday was was a 10 out of 10. We will return again but only with the Wallsabout team. Nothing will ever compare to our experience.
★★★★★
Had an absolutely amazing time. Everything was so planned out truly packed the best of everything into this trip! Would love to do another trip with this amazing group
Had an absolutely amazing time. Everything was so planned out truly packed the best of everything into this trip! Would love to do another trip with this amazing group
★★★★★
SIMPLY THE BEST VACATION EVER!
My husband and I had been saving for a trip to East Africa for many years. When we stumbled upon Benjamin's gallery in Asheville and realized he had a travel company we were thrilled. He was there at the time and spent 1.5 hours with us "on the fly" to explain where we would go/stay and what to expect. After spending time with him, we signed up on the spot and gave a deposit that day. The trip was simply the BEST vacation I have EVER been on for many reasons. The staff at Walls are top notch, extremely professional and don't miss ANYTHING. They are there to guide you through everything from start to finish. I can't imagine having to plan this magnitude of a trip on my/our own. No detail is overlooked. If you are even remotely thinking of going on a Walls trip please call them for a detailed account of how it all comes together. Would I use Walls again? YOU BET I WOULD and will in the hopefully very near future.
SIMPLY THE BEST VACATION EVER!
My husband and I had been saving for a trip to East Africa for many years. When we stumbled upon Benjamin's gallery in Asheville and realized he had a travel company we were thrilled. He was there at the time and spent 1.5 hours with us "on the fly" to explain where we would go/stay and what to expect. After spending time with him, we signed up on the spot and gave a deposit that day. The trip was simply the BEST vacation I have EVER been on for many reasons. The staff at Walls are top notch, extremely professional and don't miss ANYTHING. They are there to guide you through everything from start to finish. I can't imagine having to plan this magnitude of a trip on my/our own. No detail is overlooked. If you are even remotely thinking of going on a Walls trip please call them for a detailed account of how it all comes together. Would I use Walls again? YOU BET I WOULD and will in the hopefully very near future.
★★★★★
Amazing company, easy to work with, personalized service, attention to details, and a bucket list trip all describe our spring 2019 safari with WallsAbout Travel. It was truly a trip of a lifetime. I have amazing picturea and fantastic memories. The company owner, Benjamin, who is also a professional photographer has hand picked this trip from the time of year (baby animals including wildebeest calving), itinerary, lodges, local guides to the program director, Fro, with the lovely Aussie accent who was a blast. Maggie is so helpful getting it all set up. Highly recommend!!!
Amazing company, easy to work with, personalized service, attention to details, and a bucket list trip all describe our spring 2019 safari with WallsAbout Travel. It was truly a trip of a lifetime. I have amazing picturea and fantastic memories. The company owner, Benjamin, who is also a professional photographer has hand picked this trip from the time of year (baby animals including wildebeest calving), itinerary, lodges, local guides to the program director, Fro, with the lovely Aussie accent who was a blast. Maggie is so helpful getting it all set up. Highly recommend!!!
★★★★★
If you want to experience the trip of a lifetime you need to check out WALLSabout Luxury Travel! I went to Africa in July 2017. I knew no one going into this experience and came out with a group of great friends that I still talk to today! Every detail of the trip was so well planned and executed. Ben, Fro, and Maggie are beyond amazing and so helpful. The guides are also unbelievable, shoutout to Moses! And for those novice photographers, you will definitely come out with amazing photos. See some of mine below!
If you want to experience the trip of a lifetime you need to check out WALLSabout Luxury Travel! I went to Africa in July 2017. I knew no one going into this experience and came out with a group of great friends that I still talk to today! Every detail of the trip was so well planned and executed. Ben, Fro, and Maggie are beyond amazing and so helpful. The guides are also unbelievable, shoutout to Moses! And for those novice photographers, you will definitely come out with amazing photos. See some of mine below!
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When should we book flights?
International Flights:
**Wait to book your international flight until receiving final approval and recommendations by the travel concierge team**
Fly into: Winnipeg (WYG) – Book your flight to arrive anytime of Day 1 – first group activity at Lunch on Day 2
Fly out of: Winnipeg (WYG) – Book your flight to depart anytime on Day 11
What is the fitness requirement for this trip?
Fitness / Mobility Requirement = Moderate
Ability to climb aboard smaller chartered aircraft, walk up and down steps, and board transfer vehicles/shuttles. On four days of the itinerary, you’ll participate in a slow-paced walk that could be up to 2 miles twice per day while carrying your camera. Most walking will be on trails, but the ground can be somewhat uneven (rocks / snow / ice). There are no elevation gains (no mountains) and snow accumulations on the trails are typically minimal. You’ll have the option to sit out the morning or afternoon walk and view wildlife from the lodge on any of the days. Because WALLSabout has acquired exclusive access to the lodge we will deploy small vehicles to motor out to closer proximity to wildlife and less overall walking where possible, but be ready for the walks listed above.
Benjamin Walls
Founder
"The goal with WALLSabout is not a great vacation, the goal is a life changing experience."
Benjamin Walls is an internationally recognized artist, founder of four successful startups, and an ardent conservationist. His dedication to connect people to the natural world has also led to the founding of WALLSabout Luxury Travel. “I believe there’s nothing more inspiring than our last great wild places — my mission is to reconnect people to those places in dynamic fashion. I do that with my artwork in my galleries, but WALLSabout™ is unique because it allows me to curate a three dimensional experience. The goal with WALLSabout is not a great vacation, the goal is a life changing experience."
Kate
Operations Manager | Concierge Team
Emma
Travel Admin | Concierge Team
Benjamin's hand-picked guides. They aren't just good - they're the best.
WALLSabout™ Journeys are carefully crafted luxury travel itineraries that are hosted by hand-picked local guides. Each trip is scouted and curated by our founder, Benjamin Walls to provide an ideal in-depth experience of various destinations and includes exceptional accommodations, custom sightseeing tours, private transportation, and friendly personal service before and during the trip.
Our extraordinary guides play a key role in making this the trip of lifetime, and have worked extensively with Benjamin Walls and WALLSabout to make it so!
WALLSabout Journeys™ are carefully crafted luxury travel itineraries that are hosted by hand-picked local guides. Each trip is scouted and curated by our founder, Benjamin Walls to provide an ideal in-depth experience of various destinations and includes extraordinary accommodations, custom sightseeing tours, private transportation, most (if not all) meals, domestic airfare, and friendly personal service before and during the trip.
“I utilize the tenacity I have developed as an artist to curate our WALLSabout™ itineraries. I omit countless ‘good’ experiences so I can offer an itinerary that is truly special. For me, it’s about not settling for less than exceptional.”
— Benjamin Walls, Founder of WALLSabout™ Travel
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