Classic Churchill Polar Bear Experience
Overview
This Churchill hotel-based adventure allows you to experience the excitement of polar bear viewing on an official Tundra Buggy, as well as enjoy the eclectic charm of this unique northern town.
The Churchill Town and Tundra Enthusiast includes full-day Tundra Buggy excursions in the Churchill Wildlife Management Area (CWMA), where polar bears await the freezing of the Hudson Bay. Guests will spend plenty of time watching these majestic mammals, and other Arctic wildlife, in their natural environment.
There is ample time to discover Churchill's personality by exploring unique shops, family-run restaurants boasting delicious regional cuisine, and cultural museums that portray the historical importance of the area.
This is our most well-rounded level of departure, with a mixture of cultural and wildlife adventures. This level of tour is led by a professional Interpretive Guide and offers guests the ability to focus on their adventures - we'll take care of the little details.
What's Included
- Breakfast
- Dinner
- Lunch
- Dog Sledding excursion with a local Métis musher
- Round-trip flight between Winnipeg and Churchill
- Gratuities
- Interpretive tour of the Polar Bears International House
- Two nights' accommodation in Winnipeg (pre and post-tour)
- Cultural presentation (2)
- Three nights' accommodation at a Churchill hotel
- Two full days on the official Tundra Buggy® adventure
- Entrance to Itsanitaq Museum & Parks Canada Visitor Centre
- Churchill and area sightseeing tour
- Frontiers North Interpretive Guide
- Mandatory Comprehensive Travel Insurance Coverage - required to participate
Meeting Location
1999 Wellington Avenue
Winnipeg, MB R3H 1H5, Canada
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What To Expect
Welcome to Winnipeg
1 Stop
Churchill Adventure Begins
1 Stop
Tundra Buggy Adventure
1 Stop
Dog Sledding and Itsanitaq Museum
1 Stop
Final Tundra Buggy Adventure
1 Stop
Depart Winnipeg
1 Stop
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
- Independent mobility required; walking, climbing steps.
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- We welcome guests of all ages on our adventures. It is important to note that the days spent on the Tundra Buggy are are approximately 8 hours in duration. Though the Tundra Buggy's are heated small children can become cold with windows opening for photographs.
- Accommodation: Standard hotel rooms including a private bathroom; guest rooms have either 1 queen bed or 2 double beds, depending on number of guests; maximum of 4 guests per room.
- Luggage: On the flights to and from Churchill, baggage is restricted to two pieces of luggage totalling 70 lbs (31 kg) per person. 50 lbs for checked luggage, and 20 lbs for carry-ons.
- Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking.
- You will receive a detailed itinerary with tour times and specific restaurants 90 days prior to departure.
- The Tundra Buggy is equipped with washroom facilities and is fully heated.
- Dress code: It's recommended that you bring layers & protection for your hands, ears, and head as it can get very cold with strong winds!
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 22 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions (7)
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Activity code: C-6442TUNDRA
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Average 4.85 out of 5 stars based on 60 traveler reviews collected by City Balloon Tours and partner sites such as Cool Destinations and TripAdvisor
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Frequently Asked Questions (7)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from City Balloon Tours customers.
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- Breakfast.
- Dinner.
- Lunch.
- Dog Sledding excursion with a local Métis musher.
- Round-trip flight between Winnipeg and Churchill.
- Gratuities.
- Interpretive tour of the Polar Bears International House.
- Two nights' accommodation in Winnipeg (pre and post-tour).
- Cultural presentation (2).
- Three nights' accommodation at a Churchill hotel.
- Two full days on the official Tundra Buggy® adventure.
- Entrance to Itsanitaq Museum & Parks Canada Visitor Centre.
- Churchill and area sightseeing tour.
- Frontiers North Interpretive Guide.
- Mandatory Comprehensive Travel Insurance Coverage - required to participate.
There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
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Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Classic Churchill Polar Bear Experience is as follows:
- Independent mobility required; walking, climbing steps.
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Classic Churchill Polar Bear Experience will be included in your confirmation email from City Balloon Tours. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- Breakfast
- Dinner
- Lunch
- Dog Sledding excursion with a local Métis musher
- Round-trip flight between Winnipeg and Churchill
- Gratuities
- Interpretive tour of the Polar Bears International House
- Two nights' accommodation in Winnipeg (pre and post-tour)
- Cultural presentation (2)
- Three nights' accommodation at a Churchill hotel
- Two full days on the official Tundra Buggy® adventure
- Entrance to Itsanitaq Museum & Parks Canada Visitor Centre
- Churchill and area sightseeing tour
- Frontiers North Interpretive Guide
- Mandatory Comprehensive Travel Insurance Coverage - required to participate
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
- Independent mobility required; walking, climbing steps.
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- We welcome guests of all ages on our adventures. It is important to note that the days spent on the Tundra Buggy are are approximately 8 hours in duration. Though the Tundra Buggy's are heated small children can become cold with windows opening for photographs.
- Accommodation: Standard hotel rooms including a private bathroom; guest rooms have either 1 queen bed or 2 double beds, depending on number of guests; maximum of 4 guests per room.
- Luggage: On the flights to and from Churchill, baggage is restricted to two pieces of luggage totalling 70 lbs (31 kg) per person. 50 lbs for checked luggage, and 20 lbs for carry-ons.
- Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking.
- You will receive a detailed itinerary with tour times and specific restaurants 90 days prior to departure.
- The Tundra Buggy is equipped with washroom facilities and is fully heated.
- Dress code: It's recommended that you bring layers & protection for your hands, ears, and head as it can get very cold with strong winds!
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 22 travelers
