Classic Churchill Polar Bear Adventure

Churchill Polar Bears | Credit: Frontiers North / Abby Matheson

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Highlights

Explore polar bear habitat, extraordinary wildlife and photography opportunities whilst onboard a Tundra Buggy® adventure

Roundtrip charter flights between Winnipeg and Churchill

Visit Wapusk Adventures, a local Indigenous dog musher for an exciting and informative dog sledding program

Churchill and area tour, Churchill Itsanitaq Museum and evening cultural presentation

6 days

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AUD 11,452

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Overview

Start your experience in Winnipeg and take in the splendid architectural wonders that this charming city has to offer. Fly to Churchill, a remote community on the shore of Hudson Bay and be ready to be marvelled by the greatest polar bear migration. Have the best of both worlds; experience the northern frontier town of Churchill and the wonderful wildlife surrounding it! This hotel-based adventure offers the excitement of polar bear viewing from a Tundra Buggy®, and the opportunity to take in the eclectic charm of this remote northern town.

The Classic Churchill Polar Bear Adventure includes two full-day Tundra Buggy safaris in the Churchill Wildlife Management Area, where polar bears await the freezing of the Hudson Bay. You will have plenty of opportunity to explore the area for these majestic mammals and other subarctic wildlife in their natural environment.

Sitting on the edge of the Hudson Bay, built on deep Indigenous roots and home to Canada’s most iconic wildlife, the town of Churchill is a must-visit destination for those who seek an authentic Canadian adventure!

Inclusions

2 nights accommodation in Winnipeg

3 nights accommodation in Churchill

Roundtrip flights between Winnipeg and Churchill

Transfers between Churchill airport and hotel

Meals as per Itinerary

Churchill and area tour

Polar Bears International House visit

Two full-days of Tundra Buggy® adventures

Wapusk Adventures Dog sledding and interpretive program

Frontiers North Interpretive Guide

Prepaid gratuities

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Day 1 Winnipeg

Guests will arrive into Winnipeg and check into their hotel at the Winnipeg airport, followed by an evening meet and greet hosted by Frontiers North Interpretive Guide.

Overnight stay in Winnipeg at the Lakeview Signature Airport Hotel.

Museum for Human Rights | Credit: Travel Manitoba

Day 2 Winnipeg Churchill

This morning you depart from Winnipeg on an early flight to the remote town of Churchill. Upon arrival in Churchill, you will head straight out on a Churchill and area tour. The tour comprises of an exploratory drive past various points of interest in and surrounding Churchill.

In the afternoon, you will make a stop at the Polar Bear International House, to learn about Polar Bears, Polar Bear research, climate change and more. Next up is the Parks Canada Visitor Centre. Here, you will see in-depth displays that reveal the remarkable history of Churchill. Finish the day with a wonderful dinner back at the hotel.

Overnight stay in Churchill in hotel accommodation.

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Churchill | Credit: Travel Manitoba

Day 3 Churchill

After breakfast, board an official Tundra Buggy®, a specially constructed vehicle that travels across the tundra to explore polar bear habitat. Enjoy a full-day Tundra Buggy® Adventure in the Churchill Wildlife Management Area – home of polar bears, arctic foxes, ptarmigan and other unique arctic wildlife. Wear comfortable, layered clothing. Each Tundra Buggy is heated and equipped with washroom facilities and an external viewing platform. A picnic style lunch and refreshments will be provided. Return back to town in the afternoon, followed by an evening cultural presentation by a local resident.

Overnight stay in Churchill in hotel accommodation.

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Tundra Buggy® | Credit: Frontiers North

Day 4 Churchill

Today in Churchill is all about northern culture. Your first excursion of the day is a dog sledding program with local dog musher Dave Daley of Wapusk Adventures. You will be introduced to his dog park before embarking on a mile-long dog sled ride through the boreal forest. After lunch, you will visit the Itsanitaq Museum, which is home to an enormous collection of Inuit artifacts.

Overnight stay in Churchill in hotel accommodation.

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Dogsledding | Credit: Frontiers North / Madeline Grant

Day 5 Churchill Winnipeg

After breakfast, enjoy the thrill of the Tundra Buggy® during your last day in Churchill. Lunch on board of the Tundra Buggy is included. Then, in the late afternoon you will be transferred to the Churchill airport for your return flight to Winnipeg. Light meal on board the plane is included.

Overnight stay in Winnipeg at the Lakeview Signature Airport Hotel.

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Polar Bear | Credit: Travel Manitoba

Day 6 Winnipeg

Today, check out of your hotel and depart for your next destination.

Accommodation

Lakeview Signature Airport Hotel

Winnipeg
Relax with contemporary amenities and superior service at Lakeview Signature, Trademark Collection by Wyndham, offering a free 24/7 shuttle to Winnipeg Richardson International Airport (YWG), which is less than a kilometer away. Enjoy the shops and movie theater at CF Polo Park, Winnipeg Jets hockey games at Bell MTS Place, and family fun at Assiniboine Park Zoo.

Additional information

Proof of Travel Insurance is mandatory and will be requested at the time of booking.
Please note that the tour schedule is subject to change based on weather or other circumstances beyond the supplier’s control.
It is important to bring warm layered clothing such as snug but comfortable fitting windproof outerwear with an attached hood or very warm hat, a pair of ski or wind pants, long underwear, as well as a fleece jacket and/or sweater.
Optional winter clothing rental is possible from Winnipeg. Please enquire with our dedicated sales team for further information.

Excluded

International airfares and taxes
Domestic airfares and taxes, unless otherwise specified in our holiday package
Visa expenses, processing and issuance fees
Meals other than as specified in our holiday package
Optional tours
Travel Insurance or expenses of a personal nature (mini-bar, phone call, laundry, etc.),
Or any other travel expense that has not been included in our holiday package
Mandatory comprehensive travel insurance

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