The Best Place To See Polar Bears

Living Amongst Wild Polar Bears

A Review of the Tundra Buggy Lodge Experience

If you are looking for the best way to see polar bears in Churchill, it is hard not to find yourself eyeing the Tundra Buggy Lodge, where you can literally surround yourself with wildlife. Here is a review of what you can expect when staying on the Lodge.

Quick Highlights:

Best location for polar bear viewing
Maximum amount of time viewing polar bears
Wake up to wild polar bears
Fine dining on the tundra
Dancing northern lights

📅 Best Time to Visit Churchill

The peak season for wild polar bears in Churchill is October through November. This is when the bears gather along the coast to await the return of the sea ice. Conveniently, these prime viewing months are exactly when the Tundra Buggy Lodge is operational for guests.

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📍 Prime Location

Located deep on the tundra away from the town of Churchill, the Lodge is situated in the heart of prime bear habitat. Polar bears typically migrate along the coast from the east toward Churchill—the Tundra Buggy Lodge lies directly along this natural transit route.

The Tundra Buggy Lodge is located at Polar Bear Point, as shown on the map below. You can see just how far you’ll be from the town of Churchill and the bustle of civilization. By staying on the Lodge, you save hours of travel time each day—giving you more time for polar bear viewing and less time commuting.

Tundra Buggy Lodge Map

🔭 First Impressions

Your journey begins with a 40-minute drive into the wild via Tundra Buggy. As you approach in the early evening, the Lodge appears as a shining beacon on the horizon.

The Look: A stretched-out set of white units that resembles a "tundra version" of the International Space Station.
The Arrival: Once you board, your adventure of living among the bears officially begins.

🐻‍❄️ Constant Polar Bear Sightings

The biggest draw is the proximity. In my experience, bears wander on all sides of the Lodge—and sometimes even directly beneath your feet beneath the viewing platforms!

Tip: If you want a preview of the view, check out the Explore.org live cams. The highlight reels are filmed directly from cameras attached to the Lodge.

Dining on the Tundra

The beauty of the Lodge is that a bear might interrupt your dinner at any moment! There is a palpable thrill when a bear wanders by mid-course.

The Food: Expect gourmet three-course meals prepared by two on-site chefs.
Dietary Needs: The chefs are true professionals and can accommodate dietary restrictions with high-level care.

Life on the Lodge

While the bears are the stars, the Lodge offers incredible secondary perks:

Natural Beauty: Stunning sunrises and sunsets over the historic Hudson Bay.
Modern Comforts: Despite the remote location, you have access to high-speed Wi-Fi, snacks and refreshments and cozy lounge areas.
Sleeping Quarters: Each berth is equipped with its own window, allowing you to peer out at any moment—you might wake up to find a bear staring back!
Expert presentations: Learn from Polar Bears International Ambassadors who stay on the Lodge. This is your opportunity to engage directly with polar bear scientists.
Polar bear viewing at any moment: Its the best way to see wild polar bears as they can appear at any moment throughout your time at the Tundra Buggy Lodge.

Tour the Tundra Buggy Lodge

Dancing Night Skies

The Lodge is a "two-for-one" bucket list destination. Because there is zero light pollution out on the tundra, it is a premier spot for Aurora Borealis (Northern Lights) viewing.

Thanadelthur Lounge: Equipped with panoramic windows and skylights.
Observation Deck: An open-air rooftop deck for unobstructed views of the dancing lights.
Your bed window: It is even possible to peek out your own private window in the night and catch a glimpse of dancing aurora to lull you back to sleep.