6 Days | From $2,500 per person | Small Group Tour
Book Now Learn MoreChurchill, Manitoba is the Polar Bear Capital of the World. Every autumn, hundreds of polar bears gather on the shores of Hudson Bay waiting for the sea ice to form. This exclusive tour gives you an unforgettable close encounter with these magnificent Arctic predators.
Aboard purpose-built Tundra Buggies — massive all-terrain vehicles that bring you safely within metres of wild polar bears — you'll witness one of nature's greatest spectacles. Watch bears play, spar, and rest on the tundra as they await the freeze-up that marks the start of their hunting season.
Fly from Winnipeg to Churchill on a scheduled charter flight (approx. 2.5 hours). Churchill is accessible only by air or by train — this remote location is part of what makes it so special. Check in to your lodge and receive a full orientation briefing. Evening polar bear safety talk and introduction to the region's ecology. Watch for bears from the lodge grounds!
Accommodation: Churchill wilderness lodge | Meals: All meals
Your first full day on the Tundra Buggy. These purpose-built vehicles travel out onto the frozen tundra where polar bears congregate. Your expert naturalist guide explains polar bear behaviour as you observe bears at incredibly close range — often just metres away. Bears may be seen playing, sparring, sleeping, or interacting with Arctic foxes. Spectacular photography opportunities throughout the day.
Accommodation: Churchill wilderness lodge | Meals: All meals
Another full day on the tundra in the Tundra Buggy. Different routes reveal different bears and behaviours. Your guide provides in-depth insights into the lives of polar bears, the impacts of climate change on their habitat, and Churchill's conservation efforts. In the evening, visit the Itsanitaq Museum for an introduction to Inuit art and Arctic heritage.
Accommodation: Churchill wilderness lodge | Meals: All meals
Morning excursion to the Churchill River estuary, where beluga whales can sometimes be spotted even in autumn. Walk Churchill's tundra trails with your guide, looking for Arctic birds and ptarmigan. Afternoon polar bear viewing from a different vantage point. After dark, venture out for Northern Lights viewing — Churchill's northern latitude makes it one of the best spots in Canada for Aurora Borealis sightings (weather permitting).
Accommodation: Churchill wilderness lodge | Meals: All meals
Your final morning on the tundra with the polar bears. Make the most of this last opportunity — take photos, soak in the atmosphere, and savour the proximity to these extraordinary animals. Afternoon at leisure in Churchill: visit the Polar Bear Alert Program office, explore the historic Prince of Wales Fort National Historic Site (if conditions allow), and browse local crafts. Farewell dinner at the lodge.
Accommodation: Churchill wilderness lodge | Meals: All meals
Morning flight back to Winnipeg. Arrive in Winnipeg with time to connect to your onward flights home. Depart with memories of polar bears, the vast Arctic tundra, and the magical Northern Lights — an experience unlike any other on Earth.
Meals: Breakfast included
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Single room supplement: +$300
Based on 2024/25 season pricing.
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Best value. Sharing twin or double room. Minimum 2 travelling together.
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Fully private tour with dedicated naturalist guide. Custom itinerary available.
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