Tundra Buggy Lodge: Town and Polar Bears
Visit the Polar Bear Capital of the World!
Duration
6 Nights
Departure city
Winnipeg
Season
Oct - Nov
Starting from
$15,569
Single Supplement
$624
Get the best of both worlds on this trip that offers a taste of everything, where you will stay in both the town of Churchill and out on the tundra at the Tundra Buggy Lodge.
Our Tundra Buggy Lodge: Town and Polar Bears adventure offers you the experience and opportunity to stay in both the town of Churchill, and at the Tundra Buggy Lodge remotely situated in the heart of the tundra.
Experience the charm of the Polar Bear Capital of the World during your night in Churchill. Immerse yourself in life amongst wild polar bears by visiting the town’s iconic landmarks and museums, trying local activities like dog sledding, and dining at town favourites such as the Ptarmigan and the Tundra Pub restaurants.
The adventure continues as you venture out to spend a few days in the remote Churchill Wildlife Management Area at the Tundra Buggy Lodge. Here, your feet won’t touch the ground for days, and the polar bear viewing never ends.
HIGHLIGHTS
- Experience staying in the town of Churchill, Manitoba
- Stay amongst polar bears at the Tundra Buggy Lodge
- Lock eyes with wild polar bears from a Tundra Buggy®
- Explore the rich history and culture of Churchill
- Learn about polar bear conservation from experts
- Dine locally with delicious regional dishes
An Interpretive-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.
Day 2
Your Churchill Adventure Begins
Early morning flight to Churchill; Churchill and area tour; Itsanitaq Museum; Cultural Presentation from a local Indigenous Churchillian; Overnight at Churchill hotel.
Day 3
Tundra Buggy® Adventure
Dog Sledding and Interpretive Program; Parks Canada Visitor Centre; Afternoon Tundra Buggy® transfer to the Tundra Buggy Lodge; Overnight Tundra Buggy Lodge.
Lock Eyes With Wild Polar Bears
Day 4-5
Tundra Buggy® Adventures
Full day Tundra Buggy® Adventures in the Churchill Wildlife Management Area; Overnight at Tundra Buggy Lodge.
YOUR OWN WINDOW
Experience an intimate encounter with a wild polar bear from a Tundra Buggy®. Our Tundra Buggy® is furnished with dual-pane frost-free windows. Each guest has their own window seat for viewing.
LEARNING OPPORTUNITES
Observe and learn about polar bear behaviour with an experienced Interpretive Guide at your side who can provide interpretation on polar bear behaviour and biology and regional facts.
ALL-INCLUSIVE EXPEREINCE
This trip offers the opportunity to experience the uniqueness of staying at both the Tundra Buggy Lodge and in the town of Churchill, the Polar Bear Capital of the World.
Day 6
Final Tundra Buggy® Adventure
Full day Tundra Buggy® adventure in the Churchill Wildlife Management Area; Evening flight to Winnipeg; Guests check into their Winnipeg hotel.
Day 7
Depart Winnipeg
Guests may depart Winnipeg at their leisure.
Full Trip Details
Tundra Buggy Lodge: Town and Polar Bears
What to Expect:
Frequently Asked Questions
The Tundra Buggy Lodge offers a truly one-of-a-kind experience—placing you right in the heart of polar bear country. The sleeping quarters consist of 10 upper and 10 lower berths, each featuring a standard twin-sized mattress (190 cm x 98 cm / 74.5 in x 38.5 in), a reading light, a personal window for wildlife viewing, and four 110-volt electrical outlets for charging devices.
This adventure is hotel-based! All properties are conveniently located in the town of Churchill and include basic amenities. Rooms are typically furnished with two queen or two double beds, are clean and comfortable, and have private restrooms.
Our Tundra Buggy Lodge guests spend the most time on the tundra—hands down. Each day is a full day of exploration in the Churchill Wildlife Management Area (CWMA), with no partial days built into the itinerary.
As the Lodge is located in the heart of polar bear territory, your day starts and ends right where the action is. While other vehicles spend time commuting from town, we’re already out on the tundra—maximizing your opportunities for wildlife viewing from the very first moment to the last.
Itinerary
Day 1
Guests will arrive into Winnipeg and check into their hotel; Welcome reception hosted by a Frontiers North Interpretive Guide; Overnight at Winnipeg hotel.
Day 2
Early morning flight to Churchill; Churchill and area tour; Itsanitaq Museum; Cultural Presentation from a local Indigenous Churchillian; Overnight at Churchill hotel.
Day 3
Dog Sledding and Interpretive Program; Parks Canada Visitor Centre; Afternoon Tundra Buggy® transfer to the Tundra Buggy Lodge; Overnight at Tundra Buggy Lodge.
Day 4
Full day Tundra Buggy® adventure in the Churchill Wildlife Management Area; Overnight at Tundra Buggy Lodge.
Day 5
Full day Tundra Buggy® adventure in the Churchill Wildlife Management Area; Overnight at Tundra Buggy Lodge.
Day 6
Full day Tundra Buggy® adventure in the Churchill Wildlife Management Area; Evening flight to Winnipeg; Guests check into their Winnipeg hotel.
Day 7
Guests 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.
Activities
Tundra Buggy® Adventure
Search for wild polar bears on a full day Tundra Buggy® adventure in the Churchill Wildlife Management Area.
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.
Getting to Churchill
Return airfare; direct from Winnipeg to Churchill.
*Guests are responsible for their own travel to Winnipeg.
Tundra Buggy Lodge: Town and Polar Bears - Guest Testimonial
Monica , 2024, Tundra Buggy Lodge: Polar Bears“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! ”
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