Is a northern Canadian wildlife guide, writer, filmmaker and an artist with more than 25 years of experience guiding wildlife tours, specialized in Polar bear eye-level encounters.
Owner and founder of “Polar Bear Alley” our company, Kelsey promotes nature conservation through his wildlife expeditions, filmmaking, tours and writing about wildlife, northern history and people. He has worked as a dog musher, polar bear guide, natural history consultant, heritage interpreter, run a newspaper in the north and travelled the world on expeditions while filming his documentaries and guiding tours. He is also known for being one of the three main characters as a veteran polar bear guide in the documentary reality show “Polar Bear Town”, filmed in 2015 an aired in 2017, documenting Churchill town story, locals and their relationship with wildlife.
With Kelsey’s knowledge on history, wildlife behavior and his artistic eye, you will surely get the best sights of wildlife for you to capture your most memorable moments.
Churchill’s quirky charm makes it one of the most authentic destinations in the world for wildlife encounters. From the vibrant Northern Lights to the majesty of polar bears, our tours give you a truly unforgettable Arctic adventure. The town of Churchill is full with vibrant characters that have been building the town’s story and purpose. Kelsey Eliasson, “Polar Bear Alley” tour company owner and founder, is one of the town characters (Polar Bear Town reality show) with more than 25 years of experience on Polar Bear eye-level guided tours and with a vast knowledge of the town’s history, wildlife behavior and general insights. Being a wildlife filmmaker and a visual artist too, Kelsey’s behavioral knowledge of wildlife will ensure you get the best sights of them for you to capture your perfect memories.
We use low-emission Ford F150 hybrid trucks, and a portion of your tour cost goes toward carbon offsets through our partnership with Plan International’s “I Am A Girl” program.
Besides our clients safety and well-being, wildlife’s is our priority. We’ll be cruising the tundra and sailing the river ensuring wildlife encounters without interrupting their natural behavior and causing the least possible interference on their routine.
We keep our groups small—maximum nine clients with a 3:1 guide ratio—so that you receive personalized attention and the best possible wildlife experiences.
Expert Guides: Our guides are not only knowledgeable about the wildlife but also committed to your safety and enjoyment, ensuring every moment is filled with learning and wonder.
“Photographing the Churchill Polar Bears has been on our wish list for a number of years. We came away from the trip with a deep appreciation of these magnificent animals. From sunrise to sunset, we took thousands of images. Our guides shared their vast knowledge of the bears and Churchill. Hands down, they placed us in the right location at the right time to see these beautiful animals in action. Wonderfilled trip of a lifetime!”
D. Rohn
I’ve been to Svalbard but the Churchill experience was far above & beyond! Being on the ground with experienced guides and able to get ‘eye to eye’ with them (safely) was truly beautiful. Thank you for making this happen!
Deborah Kozura
This was my first expedition looking for polar bears and it exceeded my expectations in so many ways. Guides were amazing and so knowledgeable about the history of the area, habitat behaviour, and environmental impact. Searching for bears and seeing them was exceptional – it was a lifetime of memories.
L.G.
Seeing the polar bears was an unforgettable experience. These majestic Kings and Queens of the Artic was a dream come true to see. As a bear lover, this was a thrill of a lifetime. We had the best guides and gave us a trip with full days and entertaining nights. Seeing the Aurora Borealis two nights was a plus! We loved our time in Churchill and seeing polar bears. The trip was perfect!
Deborah Carr
Churchill is the frontier town on the icy shores of Hudson bay, in which a population of 1000 polar bears and 800 humans must get along and live together year round. This Polar bear town welcomes around 10.000 tourists during fall -Polar Bear season- and other thousands during Beluga Whale season in summer.
Churchill is a little town that has a chaotic and quirky northern charm that makes this one of the most authentic tour experiences in the world, the ultimate destination for nature lovers and wildlife photographers alike. It is a compact, walkable town, making it easy to stroll around for shopping or sightseeing. However, keep in mind that you’re in polar bear territory—always follow local safety signs and warnings. Venturing outside the town on foot without a guide is not advisable.
