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Family Learning Adventure: Polar Bears

  • Duration

    6 Nights

  • Departure city

    Winnipeg

  • Season

    Oct - Nov

  • Starting from

    $9,493

  • Single Supplement

    $1,280

A family oriented Churchill adventure, seeking out polar bears, and other wildlife alongside popular activities.

Our Family Learning Adventure: Polar Bears is an experience to the Polar Bear Capital of the World for the whole family!

This hotel-based adventure includes two full days on a Tundra Buggy® in the Churchill Wildlife Management Area (CWMA), where polar bears await the freezing of Hudson Bay. Kids and adults alike will have plenty of opportunities to explore the tundra and spot these majestic animals and other fascinating subarctic wildlife in their natural environment, as well as a chance to discover the charm of the remote community of Churchill.

Immerse your family in Churchill’s rich history and culture by visiting its engaging museums, exploring the unique shops, and dining at local restaurants featuring delicious regional cuisine. With activities and experiences suited for families, this trip is the perfect way to create unforgettable memories in the North!

HIGHLIGHTS

  • Lock eyes with wild polar bears from a Tundra Buggy
  • Activities specially designed for families 
  • Explore the rich history and culture of Churchill
  • Learn about polar bear conservation from Experts 
  • Enjoy a Private and Comfortable Hotel Stay

Designed for families! 

Day 1

Welcome to Winnipeg

Arrive in Winnipeg and check into your hotel located at the Forks; Free time to explore the Forks National Historic Site; Welcome reception hosted by a Frontiers North Interpretive Guide; Overnight at Winnipeg hotel.

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Day 3

Churchill Adventure Begins

Early morning flight to Churchill; Churchill and area tour; Dog Sledding and Interpretive Program; Pizza dinner and bowling; Community Connections opportunity with local Churchillians; Overnight at Churchill hotel. 

Mush!

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Day 4

Tundra Buggy® Adventure

Full day Tundra Buggy® adventure in the Churchill Wildlife Management Area; Overnight at Churchill Hotel.

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YOUR OWN WINDOW

No need to worry about family squabbles over window space—each guest gets their own window seat for unobstructed views of wild polar bears and the breathtaking tundra landscape! 

 

FAMILY LEARNING

Watch wild polar bears roam while your Interpretive Guide shares insights into their behaviour and biology. From young to old, everyone in the family is sure to learn something new!

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.

Day 5

Museums, Family Recreation, and Yurt Experience

Parks Canada Visitor Centre; Polar Bears International House; Family recreation activities; Yurt experience; Overnight at Churchill hotel.

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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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Full Trip Details

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Itinerary
  1. Day 1

    Guests will arrive into Winnipeg and make their own way to Inn at the Forks hotel; Free time to explore Forks National Historic Site; Evening meet and greet hosted by a Frontiers North Interpretive Guide.

  2. Day 2

    Behind-the-scenes tour of Assiniboine Park Zoo Journey to Churchill exhibit; Free time to explore Assiniboine Park, the Forks or downtown Winnipeg; Overnight at Inn at the Forks hotel.

  3. Day 3

    Early morning flight to Churchill; Churchill and area tour; Dog Sledding and Interpretive Program; Pizza dinner and bowling with Junior Rangers; Overnight at Churchill hotel.

  4. Day 4

    Full day Tundra Buggy® adventure in the Churchill Wildlife Management Area; Overnight at Churchill hotel.

  5. Day 5

    Parks Canada Visitor Centre; Polar Bears International House; Family recreation activities; Yurt experience; Overnight at Churchill hotel.

  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
  • Winnipeg Hotels
  • Churchill Hotel
Meals and Snacks

MOST MEALS ARE INCLUDED

Dinners in Winnipeg are not included.

All meals are included in Churchill. While in Churchill, enjoy meals at local restaurant favourites such as the Ptarmigan and the Tundra Pub

*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

Assiniboine Park Zoo Behind-the-Scenes Tour

Visit Winnipeg's Assiniboine Park Conservancy for a behind-the-scenes tour of the Journey to Churchill exhibit.

Activity Level:Moderate

Churchill and Area Tour

A guided bus tour of local and historical points of interest surrounding Churchill, including the Polar Bear Holding Facility, and Inukshuk.

Activity Level:Moderate

Dog Sledding

Learn about Métis culture, the history of dog sledding, and enjoy an exhilarating dog sled ride.

Activity Level:High

Junior Rangers

Share a pizza dinner and a family bowling game hosted by local kids in the community.

Activity Level:Low

Parks Canada Visitor Centre

View incredibly detailed wildlife dioramas and fur trade exhibits that represent the history of Churchill. 

Activity Level:Low

Polar Bears International House

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

Activity Level:Low

Family Recreation Time

Enjoy family play and swim time at the Churchill swimming pool complex.

Activity Level:Low

Yurt Experience

Travel to a secluded yurt in the boreal forest for snacks and an outdoor family activity.

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.

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Upcoming Dates:

Oct 24, 2025 - Oct 30, 2025

Tour code #18

Family Learning Adventure: Polar Bears
Starting From

$9,493

Single Supplement

$1,280

Oct 24, 2026 - Oct 30, 2026

Tour code #16

Family Learning Adventure: Polar Bears
Starting From

$11,858

Single Supplement

$1,541


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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