Classic Churchill Polar Bear Experience

4.8(60)144 hBy Frontiers North Adventures

About this activity

This Churchill hotel-based adventure allows you to experience the excitement of polar bear viewing on an official Tundra Buggy, as well as enjoy the eclectic charm of this unique northern town.

The Churchill Town and Tundra Enthusiast includes full-day Tundra Buggy excursions in the Churchill Wildlife Management Area (CWMA), where polar bears await the freezing of the Hudson Bay. Guests will spend plenty of time watching these majestic mammals, and other Arctic wildlife, in their natural environment.

There is ample time to discover Churchill's personality by exploring unique shops, family-run restaurants boasting delicious regional cuisine, and cultural museums that portray the historical importance of the area.

This is our most well-rounded level of departure, with a mixture of cultural and wildlife adventures. This level of tour is led by a professional Interpretive Guide and offers guests the ability to focus on their adventures - we'll take care of the little details.

What's included

✓Dog Sledding excursion with a local Métis musher
✓Round-trip flight between Winnipeg and Churchill
✓Lunch
✓Dinner
✓Breakfast
✓Gratuities
✓Frontiers North Interpretive Guide
✓Interpretive tour of the Polar Bears International House
✓Two nights' accommodation in Winnipeg (pre and post-tour)
✓Cultural presentation (2)
✓Three nights' accommodation at a Churchill hotel
✓Two full days on the official Tundra Buggy® adventure
✓Entrance to Itsanitaq Museum & Parks Canada Visitor Centre
✓Churchill and area sightseeing tour

Not included

✕Mandatory Comprehensive Travel Insurance Coverage - required to participate

Meeting and pickup

When you arrive at Winnipeg James Armstrong Richardson International Airport, make your own way to the Lakeview Signature, Trademark Collection by Wyndham airport hotel, which is adjacent to the airport; a free hotel shuttle is available.

Good to know

Suitable for all physical fitness levels
We welcome guests of all ages on our adventures. It is important to note that the days spent on the Tundra Buggy are are approximately 8 hours in duration. Though the Tundra Buggy's are heated small children can become cold with windows opening for photographs.
Accommodation: Standard hotel rooms including a private bathroom; guest rooms have either 1 queen bed or 2 double beds, depending on number of guests; maximum of 4 guests per room.
Luggage: On the flights to and from Churchill, baggage is restricted to two pieces of luggage totalling 70 lbs (31 kg) per person. 50 lbs for checked luggage, and 20 lbs for carry-ons.
Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking.
You will receive a detailed itinerary with tour times and specific restaurants 90 days prior to departure.
The Tundra Buggy is equipped with washroom facilities and is fully heated.
Dress code: It's recommended that you bring layers & protection for your hands, ears, and head as it can get very cold with strong winds!
Independent mobility required; walking, climbing steps.

Cancellation policy

All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.

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