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Conservation Journey®: Polar Bears

  • Duration

    6 Nights

  • Departure city

    Winnipeg

  • Season

    Oct - Nov

  • Starting from

    $15,894

  • Single Supplement

    $624

Travel alongside leading polar bear experts and support Polar Bears International. 

Our Conservation Journey®: Polar Bears adventure is where education and adventure come together on this exclusive tour, where you'll travel alongside a leading Polar Bears International Scientist. This journey is guided by one of Polar Bears International’s top researchers, whose expertise spans the globe. This is the experience of a lifetime for travellers seeking a meaningful adventure and a profound understanding of polar bears.

Gain a deeper understanding of polar bear biology, ecology, and conservation through first hand insights from an experienced researcher. Go behind the scenes on Tundra Buggy® One, a mobile broadcast and research station that serves as the hub for Polar Bears International’s live polar bear cameras on explore.org.

Partial proceeds from every guest on this trip is directly donated to Polar Bears International, supporting vital conservation efforts. 

HIGHLIGHTS

  • Travel alongside leading polar bear scientists
  • Support polar bear conservation and Polar Bears International
  • Stay amongst wild polar bears at the Tundra Buggy Lodge
  • See Leatherdale International Polar Bear Conservation Centre
  • View wild polar bears in their natural environment

Polar Bears International-Guided Trip!

Day 1

Welcome to Winnipeg

Arrive in Winnipeg and check into your hotel conveniently located at the airport; Welcome reception hosted by a Frontiers North Interpretive Guide; Overnight at Winnipeg hotel.

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Winnipeg

Day 3

Dog Sledding and Tundra Buggy Lodge

Dog Sledding and Interpretive Program; Polar Bears International House; Afternoon Tundra Buggy® transfer to the Tundra Buggy Lodge; Overnight at Tundra Buggy Lodge. 

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Day 4

Tundra Buggy® Adventure and Polar Bears International Speaker

Full day Tundra Buggy® adventure in the Churchill Wildlife Management Area; Presentation from Polar Bears International Scientist; Overnight at Tundra Buggy Lodge. 

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BEST ACCESS TO WILD POLAR BEARS

Frontiers North Adventures has the most expansive access to the Churchill Wildlife Management Area and is granted the majority of permits to operate in this region.

TRAVEL WITH LEADING POLAR BEAR SCIENTISTS

On this unique adventure, observe wild polar bear behavior alongside top scientists from Polar Bears International, gaining expert insights as you witness these incredible animals in their natural habitat.

POLAR BEAR VIEWING 24/7

Polar bear viewing never stops at the Tundra Buggy Lodge—one might wander past during your dinner, or you could even wake up to a bear right outside your bunk window!

Day 5

Tundra Buggy® Adventure and Polar Bears International Speaker

Full day Tundra Buggy® adventure in the Churchill Wildlife Management Area; Presentation from Polar Bears International Scientist; Overnight at Tundra Buggy Lodge.

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Polar Bears

Day 7

Depart Winnipeg

Guests may depart Winnipeg at their leisure.

  • “Wow! Trip of a lifetime from start to finish! We stayed 3 nights on the tundra lodge. The accommodations, food, tundra buggy, lounge, diner, cultural presentations were all beyond our expectations. Mark, our driver, and Jason, our guide, were outstanding, knowledgeable, passionate and great story tellers with a witty sense of humor. We saw polar bears, red fox, arctic hare and amazing scenery and even the Northern Lights!! We are currently in our post-trip mode of feeling great sadness to leave but true gratefulness to have had this very special experience. We hope to return one day - this time for belugas! ”

    Monica , 2024, Tundra Buggy Lodge: Polar Bears

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  • “We had a fantastic time in Churchill and got to see lights all three nights. The best lights were during our Dan’s Diner experience. It was over the top. Dog sledding was a must. It was great to meet such happy dogs. And I got to snow shoe for the first time. It was easier than I expected. This means I did not trip no fall. All in all, there is not anyway to improve the itinerary. It was perfect. ”

    Terry B, 2022, Photo Adventure: Northern Lights in Churchill

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  • “What an amazing adventure. Heather was a fabulous guide - knowledgeable, fun, kept us on track. Tim was a fun guy - always punctual, friendly and helpful. I am keen to come back for bear season and aurora season. Had a fabulous time. Thank you!”

    Allison, 2024, Belugas, Bears and Blooms

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  • “We went for the photo specialist tour at the start of November. We picked the dates after a careful review of when is the best time to see bears, and luckily this paid off and we saw lots of Polar Bears enjoying themselves in the cold weather. They are very curious animals, and great fun to watch. The Tundra Buggy Lodge is slightly different to your usual hotel with bunk beds and shared showers and toilets, but it is certainly the best way to live among the bears as some sleep right beside your window! The food and staff in the lodge were excellent, and wine was served with dinner. The only slight inconvenience was having to wait for a shower at peak times. Overall we had an excellent trip and the Arctic experience was certainly very memorable. Our driver Alex and guide Mike were both very professional and worked hard to make sure we were in the right place to see bears, foxes, ptarmigan, caribou and even a pine marten. It was certainly a very different and special experience. We can strongly recommend visiting the Tundra Buggy Lodge.”

    Ann , 2019, Photo Adventure: Polar Bears at Tundra Buggy Lodge

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  • Obviously the highlight was seeing the polar bears, but going around the town of Churchill was really nice and definitely worth being on the itinerary. We received outstanding hospitality and service from everyone we encountered - the drivers we had, the various servers for all our meals and the talks we were given. Everyone was just so friendly.

    The trip was magical!

    Chery D, 2024, Subarctic Discovery: Churchill Polar Bears

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  • “I actually just returned from your Northern Lights trip with Mike Gere. It was wonderful. I had signed up for these emails to learn more about Churchill. It was a great trip with a wonderful guide, and I hope to go back again in the future”

    Robin R, 2022, Northern Lights and Winter Nights (3 Night)

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  • “Thank you so much for the outstanding Bears, Blooms, Belugas trip from July 20-25. All of the accommodations and meals were top notch. The belugas brought tears to my eyes and to say my heart is full would be an understatement. More importantly is your incredible staff. Our guide, Ian, has got to be one of the nicest human beings on this earth! His kindness and patience are unmatched. Also, Ian’s knowledge is amazing. Danielle, from your Churchill office is fantastic. She is also kind, patient, friendly and very enthusiastic. Brendon drove the Tundra Buggy and he exhibited much kindness and patience too! Ian, Danielle, and Brendon each went above and beyond to accommodate everyone’s wishes. Absolutely amazing every minute! Thank you!!!!!”

    Brenda P, 2024, Belugas, Bears and Blooms

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  • “Thank you for being so prompt and helpful in our endless queries. You are a dear and a big help. Just want you to know, Kathy and I had a blast on our trip. We love the people in Churchill, our guides and the people in our tour as well. The auroras more than quench my thirst for this cosmic experience and I got some fantastic pictures from this adventure.”

    Phylis, 2022, Northern Lights and Winter Nights (3 Night)

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Itinerary
  1. Day 1

    Arrive in Winnipeg and check into your hotel conveniently located at the airport; Welcome reception hosted by a Frontiers North Interpretive Guide; Overnight at Winnipeg hotel.

  2. Day 2

    Early morning flight to Churchill; Churchill and area tour; Itsanitaq Museum; Polar Bears International House visit; Cultural Presentation from a local Indigenous Churchillian; Overnight at Churchill hotel.

  3. Day 3

    Dog Sledding and Interpretive Program; Polar Bears International House; Afternoon Tundra Buggy® transfer to the Tundra Buggy Lodge; Overnight at Tundra Buggy Lodge.

  4. Day 4

    Full day Tundra Buggy® adventure in the Churchill Wildlife Management Area; Presentation from Polar Bears International Scientist; Overnight at Tundra Buggy Lodge.

  5. Day 5

    Full day Tundra Buggy® adventure in the Churchill Wildlife Management Area; Presentation from Polar Bears International Scientist; Overnight at Tundra Buggy Lodge.

  6. Day 6

    Full day Tundra Buggy® adventure in the Churchill Wildlife Management Area; Evening flight to Winnipeg; Guests check into their Winnipeg hotel.

  7. Day 7

    Guests may depart Winnipeg at their leisure.

Accommodations
  • Tundra Buggy Lodge
  • Churchill Hotel
  • Winnipeg Hotel
Meals and Snacks

ALL MEALS ARE INCLUDED

While in Churchill, enjoy meals at restaurants like local favourites the Ptarmigan and the Tundra Pub

While staying on the Tundra Buggy Lodge your meals will be served by an exclusive chef and team.

*Any special dietary needs can be accommodated, please notify our team in advance.

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Activities
Tundra Buggy® Adventure

Search for wild polar bears on a full day Tundra Buggy® adventure in the Churchill Wildlife Management Area.

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Activity Level:Moderate

Polar Bears International Interpretive Presentation

Hear from a Polar Bear International representative and tour the centre to learn about polar bear research and climate change. More Info

Activity Level:Low

Churchill Town and Area Tour

A guided bus tour of Churchill’s most notable sites, including the Polar Bear Holding Facility, and Inukshuk.

Activity Level:Moderate

On the Tundra Buggy®

Info about safety & comfort on the Tundra Buggy®, as well as the experience aboard—how many guides, what’s provided, and where you’ll go. 

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Getting to Churchill

Return airfare; direct from Winnipeg to Churchill.

*Guests are responsible for their own travel to Winnipeg.

Guest Testimonials

Upcoming Dates:

Oct 30, 2025 - Nov 5, 2025

Tour code #69

Conservation Journey Polar Bears
Starting From

$15,894

Single Supplement

$624

Oct 30, 2025 - Nov 5, 2025

Tour code #68

Limited

Conservation Journey Polar Bears
Starting From

$15,894

Single Supplement

$624

Oct 30, 2026 - Nov 5, 2026

Tour code #68

Conservation Journey Polar Bears
Starting From

$18,433

Single Supplement

$640


Customize a Group

Organize this trip for your group, let’s discuss customizing this itinerary for an incredible personal tour. 

*Customized itineraries for private groups can be facilitated for groups of 10 or more


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