Churchill & Polar Bears
- October 15–19, 2021
- Starting from $5179
- For Jewish Singles
It’s all about the polar bears during autumn in Churchill and this is the best place in the world to see them! Enjoy the beautiful colors of the season and experience the unique opportunity to explore where polar bears and other arctic wildlife roam.
Hit the trails and travel into the Churchill Wildlife Management Area learning about the history, geology and habitat of the polar bear community. Spend two full days on the tundra filled with extraordinary wildlife and photography opportunities. These excursions are the best way to view the majestic polar bear in its natural environment. Our unique transportation to get up close and personal with polar bears is a Tundra Buggy. Specially designed for the northern landscape, these all-terrain vehicles enable us to visit the best locations in the Churchill area to safely experience wildlife and the phenomenal northern lights. Spend time on the tundra with Field Ambassadors from Polar Bears International and learn from the experts. Experience the excitement of polar bear viewing while riding through the natural environment of these majestic mammals.
Our lodge offers a unique, immersive experience where (when conditions are right) you can view the dance of the Northern Lights from the rooftop observation deck and fall asleep with polar bears right outside your window.
This adventure also includes time to enjoy the eclectic charm of Winnipeg, a unique northern town with plenty of personality as well as exciting adventures along the way, like riding on a dog sled/cart!
Click here to see a preview of Polar Bears & Northern Lights!
This tour is limited to 19 passengers, where a smaller group will make your travel experience more personal.
Our Tour Package Includes:
- 5 Day / 4 Night Tour
- 2 Nights in the Tundra Buggy Lodge
- 2 Nights at a First Class Hotel in Winnipeg
- 11 Meals; 4 Breakfasts, 3 Lunches, 4 Dinners
- Sightseeing and Transportation as Outlined in the Itinerary
- Two day Private Tundra Buggy Excursions
- Dog Sled/Cart Excursion and Interpretive Program
- Churchill Area Tour
- Presentation at the Tundra Buggy Lodge by a Polar Bears International Species Expert
- Roundtrip Air between Winnipeg and Churchill (valued at $1500)
- Led by an Interpretive Guide
- Amazing Journeys Onsite Group Coordinator
- All Transportation as Listed
- Baggage Handling Throughout (one bag per person)
- All Taxes and Service Charges
- All Gratuities for Guides, Drivers, Servers at Included Meals and Porters
- Amazing Journeys Cocktail Party
- Amazing Journeys Gift for Each Participant
- VIP Treatment Throughout
What’s Not Included:
- Optional Tours and Entrance Fees not listed on the Itinerary
- International Flights
- Travel Protection
- Meals and Drinks not mentioned on the Itinerary
- Arrival or Departure Airport Taxes
- Incidentals
Friday, October 15 – Arrival in Winnipeg, Manitoba – Tour Begins
Your amazing adventure is about to begin! After your arrival into Winnipeg, you will transfer to our airport hotel for check-in. At around 5:00 pm, you’ll meet the AJ Staff and our Interpretive Guide for an Amazing Journeys Group Orientation. After, we’ll gather for our Amazing Journeys Shabbat service, followed by a group Shabbat dinner. (D)
Saturday, October 16 – Winnipeg – Churchill
After breakfast, the group will depart on an early morning flight from Winnipeg to Churchill. Upon our arrival, we will set out for a Churchill area tour, taking in local and historical points of interest such as Miss Piggy Plane Wreck, Manitoba Conservation’s Polar Bear Hiding Facility and the Inukshuk at Town Beach.
After an included lunch, we will be transferred beyond the town limits to Churchill’s boreal forest to enjoy an interpretive program paired with a thrilling dog cart excursion. Hosted by a local Churchill resident and dog sledding expert, you will learn about the traditional and modern Metis lifestyle as well as the history associated with dog sledding. The group will finish the program by enjoying a mile-long ride on a custom-built sled/cart behind a strong team of sled dogs.
After, we’ll transfer to the Tundra Buggy dock to board an official Tundra Buggy before making the journey to the Tundra Buggy Lodge. Upon arrival, we’ll meet with the Tundra Buggy Lodge staff for a safety briefing followed by a delicious meal prepared by the lodge chef. Look to the skies tonight, in search of the aurora borealis from the comfort of the Thanadelthur Lounge, or for the more adventurous, head up to the rooftop Observation Deck.* (B, L, D)
Sunday, October 17 – Churchill
After a hearty breakfast, we’ll depart for a full-day Tundra Buggy adventure, exploring the Churchill Wildlife Management Area in search of polar bears, arctic fox, ptarmigan and other sub-arctic wildlife. Lunch and refreshments will be served onboard our exclusive Amazing Journeys Tundra Buggy.
Return to the Tundra Buggy Lodge this evening, in time for cocktails and appetizers. We’ll gather in Dan’s Diner for another extraordinary dinner. Later, we will have the opportunity to listen to a special presentation from a Polar Bears International (PBI) species expert. The remainder of the evening will be spent together with our Amazing Journeys travelers, playing AJ Group Trivia, relaxing, and looking for the elusive Northern Lights.* (B, L, D)
Monday, October 18 – Churchill – Winnipeg
This morning we will bid farewell to the Tundra Buggy Lodge and embark on a second and final full-day Tundra Buggy adventure. After a day of exploring the tundra, the group will be transferred directly to the airport for an evening flight back to Winnipeg. A light meal will be served onboard. After, we’ll arrive back at our airport hotel in Winnipeg for the night. (B. L, D)
Tuesday, October 19 – Winnipeg – Tour Ends
Depart for home with many incredible memories of an Amazing Journey. (B)
Our Hotels
Night 1 Lakeview Signature Hotel, Winnipeg Airport
Night 2-3 Tundra Buggy Lodge (outside of Churchill)
Night 4 Lakeview Signature Hotel, Winnipeg Airport
Please note:
Alternate hotels may be used in Winnipeg.
The order of the tour may change
*The northern lights are in the Northern Hemisphere from September through April and are only visible when the sky is clear and free of clouds. As this tour is weather dependent, sightings of the northern lights are not guaranteed. Because the northern lights are a cold weather event, you will be waiting indoors or outdoors while looking for them. It is recommended that you wear sturdy non-slip snow footwear and warm clothing including thermals, hat, scarf and gloves. You will have an option of renting a Canada Goose parka and snow pants and Baffin winter boots for approximately $65 USD per day.
| Rates |
Double |
Single |
|
$5279* |
$5589* |
*Pay final payment by check and receive a $100 reduction in price.
A deposit of $550 is due with your reservation. Full payment is due June 14, 2021.
The accommodations in the Tundra Buggy Lodge consist of 10 upper and 10 lower sleeping berths, each with a window, a reading light and four 110-volt electrical outlets. Each berth houses a standard twin-sized mattress. A sound-dampening curtain provides privacy by separating the berths from the aisle and each berth is equipped with a thermostat controlled heating unit, giving guests the ability to adjust the berth temperature. The Tundra Buggy Lodge accommodates 20 passengers and three bathrooms, two of which are equipped with showers.
Roommate matching available for hotel nights in Winnipeg. Berth accommodations in the Tundra Buggy Lodge will be assigned on-site by the Amazing Journeys group leader and top bunk/bottom bunk preference can not be guaranteed in advance.
Rates are subject to change based on availability.
These rates are based on an all-inclusive, custom-designed package that differs from offerings seen in public advertising. We are unable to make any of our package components available to anyone who is not part of our Amazing Journeys group.
Pre and Post-Night Stays: For those who want to arrive prior to the start of the tour or stay after in Winnipeg, we have a limited number of rooms held at our group hotel. Please note – there will be no Amazing Journeys staff present nor will there be programming on these days. We are not able to match roommates for extra night stays. Rates include taxes and breakfast.
Double Occupancy: $89 per person
Single Occupancy: $168
Items listed on this website are subject to change at any time. By providing payment you agree to the terms and conditions as outlined on this website.
Cancellation Policy: From the time of initial deposit until October 15, 2020, there is a $100 penalty for cancellation. From October 16, 2020 – June 14, 2021, the cancellation penalty is $550. Cancellations made on or after June 15, 2021 including “no-shows” will receive no refund. There is no refund in the event of interruption or cancellation after the start of the journey.
Travel Protection: Amazing Journeys recommends you purchase Travel Protection. Information will be sent with your trip confirmation.
Flights: International airfare is not included in the tour rate. The start and end of this tour is Winnipeg (WYG). It is important that you not purchase airfare until you receive a confirmation letter from Amazing Journeys which will contain specific flight parameters. Round-trip flights between Winnipeg and Churchill are included in the package price.
Transfers: Round-trip airport transfers are included in the tour rates. Further details will be provided in the weeks prior to the tour departure.
Taxes and Gratuities: All taxes, service charges and government fees have been included in the rate. Taxes, service charges and government fees are subject to change. All gratuities have been including gratuities for the tour guides, drivers, hotel staff, baggage handlers and meals that are included on the itinerary.
Passport: A passport is necessary to travel on this itinerary. It must be valid for six months beyond the last day of the trip.
COVID Precautions: Until further notice, we require you to be fully vaccinated against Covid-19 at least two weeks before departure, and you must send us a copy of your COVID-19 Vaccination Record Card with the CDC logo by email to or fax to Amazing Journeys. We do not test for COVID-19 or any other diseases. Masks will be required in all indoor public spaces except when dining. It is up to each traveler to be aware of any requirements or changes to state mandates and airline requirements as they are changing often. We are currently operating smaller groups and using larger busses. Masks will be required in all indoor public spaces. Many events will be held outside and we will be having reminders of social distancing. Hand sanitizers will be distributed, and frequent hand washing and sanitizing will be encouraged throughout your stay. Depending upon the situation at the time of this trip and the destination, some tour components may be modified, including meals and how many travelers we may limit to sitting at each table.
Tour must have a minimum of 15 passengers in order to operate.
This tour is operated by Frontiers North Adventures
