Churchill Tundra Lodge Adventure
Churchill Tundra Lodge Adventure
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Highlights
Stay in the Tundra Lodge in the heart of polar bear country
Enjoy an included husky-sledding adventure
Search for other wildlife including Arctic foxes, hares and caribou
Enjoy polar bear sightings from dawn to dusk
Chance to see the aurora borealis overhead
Travel on a Polar Rover for optimal viewing opportunities
Why this trip...
Stay in great locations
This holiday features accommodation in incredible locations
Conservation/Eco-tourism
This itinerary has a strong focus on wildlife and natural habitat conservation, one of our pillars of sustainability
Expertly guided
In-depth knowledge and expertise will enrich your experience on this trip
Overview
Situated on the vast Arctic tundra outside Churchill is the unique Tundra Lodge. Spend four nights here in the midst of polar bear country. Observe wildlife in safety and comfort from sunrise to sunset and experience fantastic polar bear viewing, exploring in specially designed vehicles or watching from observation platforms.
Every autumn hundreds of polar bears gather at the edge of Hudson Bay, awaiting the winter freeze. The Tundra Lodge provides the chance to immerse yourself among these mighty creatures, with its strategic location offering unparalleled viewing opportunities.
During your stay at the Tundra Lodge you will explore the shores of Hudson Bay in specially designed Polar Rovers, carrying just 16 passengers to ensure maximum space and comfort aboard. When not out exploring, time at the lodge can be equally rewarding with bears seen ambling across the tundra right outside the windows. Large outdoor observation platforms provide the ideal spot from which to take photos and take a closer look at the animals as they roam wild in their natural habitat.
As the day draws to an end there is no need to return to town – you can relax over dinner, listen to presentations or retire to your private guest cabin, all the time keeping watch through the windows as the sun sets. And once darkness falls you may be lucky enough to witness a dazzling display of the northern lights, from the comfort of your hotel!
Responsible Travel
This tour is operated by Natural Habitat. Since 2007 all Natural Habitat's trips and office operations have been completely carbon-neutral, making them the world's first 100% carbon-neutral travel company. In 2019 Natural Habitat started offsetting all guests' flights to and from the starting point of their adventures.
From the beginning of January 2007 through the end of 2018, Natural Habitat have offset 17,272 tons of carbon dioxide. According to the Environment Protection Agency (EPA) this is equivalent to 3,648 cars not on the road for a year; 2,551 homes not using electricity for one year or 447,624 tree seedlings grown for 10 years.
Itinerary
Day 1 Winnipeg, Manitoba
Arrive in Winnipeg and transfer to the historic Fort Garry Hotel. Built in 1913 by the Canadian Pacific Railway, this prestigious landmark has long been a symbol of genteel elegance in the heart of Manitoba's capital, which was once a fur-trading post and railway boomtown. Meet your Expedition Leader at an orientation dinner this evening.
Arrive in Winnipeg and transfer to the historic Fort Garry Hotel. Built in 1913 by the Canadian Pacific Railway, this prestigious landmark has long been a symbol of genteel elegance in the heart of Manitoba's capital, which was once a fur-trading post and railway boomtown. Meet your Expedition Leader at an orientation dinner this evening.
Day 2 Winnipeg - Tundra Lodge, Churchill
Fly to Churchill and explore this remote community on a guided tour with your Expedition Leader, before transferring to the Tundra Lodge. As you leave town watch out for wildlife against the vast Arctic landscape; you may catch your first glimpse of polar bear. On arrival at the lodge enjoy an informative presentation about polar bears before dinner – make sure you keep your camera handy at all times as polar bears may pass right by the windows.
Fly to Churchill and explore this remote community on a guided tour with your Expedition Leader, before transferring to the Tundra Lodge. As you leave town watch out for wildlife against the vast Arctic landscape; you may catch your first glimpse of polar bear. On arrival at the lodge enjoy an informative presentation about polar bears before dinner – make sure you keep your camera handy at all times as polar bears may pass right by the windows.
Days 3-4 Tundra Lodge, Churchill
The Tundra Lodge is strategically positioned at the beginning of each season in the best area for bear viewing. Inquisitive bears often approach the lodge, which features rows of windows and safe outdoor observation decks to accommodate our own curiosity. The unique location of the Tundra Lodge, combined with excursions in Polar Rovers (special all-terrain tundra vehicles) ensures the best possible wildlife encounters. The small spit of land where the lodge is located often attracts the highest concentration of bears in the entire area. During your stay at the lodge you will take half-day excursions in the Polar Rover to search for bears, and spend time at the lodge as the bears come to you. In addition to polar bears, you may also spot caribou, Arctic fox, Arctic hare, snowy owl and ptarmigan. At the end of each day discuss the day’s events over dinner at the lodge, listen to talks about the Arctic and the region’s wildlife, and, conditions permitting, perhaps enjoy the spectacular aurora borealis streaking across the night sky.
The Tundra Lodge is strategically positioned at the beginning of each season in the best area for bear viewing. Inquisitive bears often approach the lodge, which features rows of windows and safe outdoor observation decks to accommodate our own curiosity. The unique location of the Tundra Lodge, combined with excursions in Polar Rovers (special all-terrain tundra vehicles) ensures the best possible wildlife encounters. The small spit of land where the lodge is located often attracts the highest concentration of bears in the entire area. During your stay at the lodge you will take half-day excursions in the Polar Rover to search for bears, and spend time at the lodge as the bears come to you. In addition to polar bears, you may also spot caribou, Arctic fox, Arctic hare, snowy owl and ptarmigan. At the end of each day discuss the day’s events over dinner at the lodge, listen to talks about the Arctic and the region’s wildlife, and, conditions permitting, perhaps enjoy the spectacular aurora borealis streaking across the night sky.
Day 5 Churchill - Winnipeg
Depart the Tundra Lodge today, scouting for more polar bears and other Arctic wildlife as you head back to Churchill. Back in Churchill, a special highlight this morning is a traditional dog sled ride. You'll meet a local musher and his team, spending time with the enthusiastic huskies before taking turns riding behind them on a thrilling excursion through the boreal forest. If time permits, you may be able to pick up a few northern handicrafts and souvenirs or take an optional helicopter tour over the tundra before flying to Winnipeg.
Depart the Tundra Lodge today, scouting for more polar bears and other Arctic wildlife as you head back to Churchill. Back in Churchill, a special highlight this morning is a traditional dog sled ride. You'll meet a local musher and his team, spending time with the enthusiastic huskies before taking turns riding behind them on a thrilling excursion through the boreal forest. If time permits, you may be able to pick up a few northern handicrafts and souvenirs or take an optional helicopter tour over the tundra before flying to Winnipeg.
Day 6 Winnipeg
After breakfast, transfer to the airport.
After breakfast, transfer to the airport.
Where You Stay
The Tundra Lodge
This ‘rolling hotel’ is built on wheels, designed rather like a train, and is carefully positioned at the start of each season in an area with the highest concentration of bears. Located on a small spit of land that juts out into the Hudson Bay, this isolated spot is where the ice first begins to form on the bay, attracting polar bears from the very start of the bear-viewing season.
Each of the lodge’s 32 rooms is a single compartment similar to sleeping quarters on a train, with either an upper or lower berth. With six shared toilets and four showers, as well as a lounge area for viewing bears and a dining car with sliding windows for easy photography access, the Tundra Lodge is simple but comfortable and offers a uniquely immersive and personalised Arctic wilderness experience. Outdoor viewing platforms offer fantastic polar bear observation and photography opportunities, as well as aurora watching when the northern lights are visible.
How You Travel
The Polar Rover
Permitted to travel right into the protected Churchill Wildlife Management Area, the fully heated Polar Rover is a specially designed vehicle offering unique steel-mesh viewing platforms, an elite suspension system and on-board flush toilet facilities. With a capacity of 35 passengers, each vehicle is limited to just 16 to ensure maximum comfort and a guaranteed window seat for all guests.
Prices and Departures
Price from £10,677 excluding flights
Airfares start from around £550 per person and are quoted separately to the holiday price. When enquiring, our Travel Specialists will provide the best fare possible from your preferred airline / airport.
Note: Airfares tend to be cheaper the earlier you book.
What's Included
- Accommodation in rooms with private bathroom
- All meals
- Dog sledding excursion
- Return flight from Winnipeg to Churchill
- Services of a professional guide
- Evening wildlife and cultural presentations
- 24 hour emergency assistance from our team during your holiday
- No surcharge guarantee
- Full financial protection
2023 Departures
From prices per person, based on 2 sharing a room with private bathroom
| Departure Dates | Duration | Twin Price (pp) | Single Price (pp) | Special Interest |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 17, 20, 23, 26, 29 Oct 2023 | 5 nights | £10,677 | £10,839 | |
| 01, 04, 11 Nov 2023 | 5 nights | £10,677 | £10,839 | |
| 07 Nov 2023 | 6 nights | £11,343 | £11,506 | Photography Special |
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