6 DAY ULTIMATE POLAR BEAR ADVENTURE
TRIP DESCRIPTION
This adventure will take you on two full days on the tundra, tracking along the coastline in Churchill Wildlife Management Area. Explore the amazing Hudson Bay coastline observing the majestic Polar Bear up close and personal. Along the way, keep your camera handy as there will be Arctic Fox, Arctic Hare, Camouflaged Ptarmigan and other wildlife! You will also have a Dog Mushing experience and a Cultural and Heritage Tour of historic Churchill. At the end of each adventure, indulge in sumptuous local cuisine at Lazy Bear Cafe and relax in your warm room with comfy beds and all the modern amenities.
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Start Location: Winnipeg
End Location: Winnipeg
TOP HIGHLIGHTS
- 2 Arctic Crawlerâ„¢ excursions (lunch, snacks and beverages included)
- 2-3 hour Cultural and Heritage Tour of the Churchill area, including historic Cape Merry and the Polar Bear Jail.
- Parks Canada Indigenous Interpretive Presentation
- Dog Mushing experience
- Itsanitaq Museum Guided Tour (approx. 1 hour) (based on availability)
ITINERARY
Day 1: Welcome to Winnipeg
Known for its friendly and welcoming spirit, Winnipeg is a diverse multicultural city with a rich and varied history. An aboriginal trading centre prior to the arrival of the Europeans, Winnipeg was at the heart of the country's fur trade and instrumental in developing Canada's gateway to the west. Home to a grain exchange that once rivaled the largest markets in the world, Winnipeg's architecture and neighbourhoods reflect the profound character of this small prairie town.
Overnight: Winnipeg
Day 2: Winnipeg - Churchill (Flight)
Take a flight to Churchill, the polar bear capital of the world and transfer to the Lazy Bear Lodge. This charming, rustic lodge is located in the heart of the polar bear country and built from logs recycled from the nearby boreal forest. Whether you explore the lush boreal forest and its wildlife, the rocky Hudson Bay coastline teeming with beluga whales, or come to visit the great polar bears, a stay at the Lazy Bear Lodge will be unique and memorable.
Overnight: Churchill
Day 3: Churchill
Enjoy your first Fall Tundra Tour Arctic Crawlerâ„¢ excursion (lunch, snacks and beverages included). Arctic Crawlersâ„¢, our custom-built Tundra vehicles, will take you into the Churchill Wildlife Management Area. You will head right to the polar bear gathering spot where the bears wait for the winter icepack to freeze on the Hudson Bay. Curious and far from shy, the bears will sometimes come right alongside the vehicles to sneak a peek at their visitors.
Overnight: Churchill
Day 4: Churchill
During your stay at the Lodge, the Cultural and Heritage Tour takes you to Churchill and the surrounding area. You will explore the various historic sites including Cape Merry, the Polar Bear Jail (outside), the famous plane crash site of "Miss Piggy", and many other historic spots that make Churchill the town it is today. Your evening Dog Mushing experience includes an approximate 1-2-mile dog mushing ride. The ride will be on sleds if there is snow, and on wheels if there is none. Since the dogs love to run, either ride will be exhilarating! Inside a warm tent with fresh bannock, local berry jam, coffee, hot chocolate and tea, you will learn how the dogs are trained, plus hear many entertaining stories. In Churchill, the Northern Lights can make an appearance about 300 out of 365 days a year, so if weather permits, there will also be an opportunity to see them.
Overnight: Churchill
Day 5: Churchill to Winnipeg (Flight)
This morning enjoy your second Fall Tundra Tour Arctic Crawlerâ„¢ excursion (lunch, snacks and beverages included). Say goodbye to Churchill and take your flight back to Winnipeg.
Overnight: Churchill
Day 6: Depart Winnipeg
Your package ends.
DATES & PRICES
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WHY CHOOSE ANDERSON VACATIONS?
Anderson Vacations
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Small Group Tours
Travel with a limited number of participants for a personalized journey with a tour leader.Experienced Tour Leaders
Who have gone through intensive vetting and training.(But most contract their tour leaders from Anderson Vacations.)
Canadian Travel Experts
With at least 30 years of experience.Min. 95% Satisfaction Rate
From past guests.Travel to unique places, visit more attractions each day.
Without the distractions of tipping.Activities and excursions included as part of the tour.
(Not as add-ons.)Sustainability
Planting one tree for every passenger that travels with us.
WHAT'S INCLUDED
- 3 nights at Lazy Bear Lodge in Churchill
- 2 nights in Winnipeg (pre & post adventure)
- One dinner entrée of your choice from the Lazy Bear Café menu (vegetarian substitute available)
- A hearty breakfast served each morning of your stay
- Naturalist Tour Guide
- Shuttle Service between the airport and the Lodge upon arrival and departure. Luggage handling included in Churchill.
- Round-trip airfare between Winnipeg and Churchill
EXCLUSIONS
- Travel insurance (Strongly recommended, ask us for a quote!)
- Tips and gratuities
- Items (attractions and sightseeing & entrance fees) not listed as included in the itinerary
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Tour Questions
What is the maximum number of travellers in a group?
Anderson Vacations specializes in Small Group Fully Escorted tours. If the tour is classified as a ‘Classic Tour’ up to 24 persons may join the tour although tours commonly travel with anywhere between 18 to 24 travellers. If the tour is classified as a 'Tour of Distinction’ only up to 18 persons may join the tour and many 'Tours of Distinction' travel with 12 to 18 travellers.
What are Guaranteed Departures?
After dreaming about travel to an exciting destination, arranging for time off work, booking your flights the last thing you need is for your trip to be cancelled. Anderson vacation's pre-Guaranteed tours take the uncertainty away from planning your travel and give you peace of mind to book our tours. Pre-Guaranteed Tours are group tours that we have already confirmed as certain to travel on the specified date. All 'Guaranteed Tours' will travel except in the event of a natural disaster or a catastrophic event that is beyond our control. They may already have the minimum number of people booked or else are tours that are known to be popular. Only select departures of tours are 'pre-Guaranteed'.
What happens if I book on a tour that is not Guaranteed?
We pride ourselves on providing “a small shared group experience.” In the event that we have fewer than ten participants on a tour we will offer a “small-group surcharge” to ensure that the tour runs as scheduled. This fee, which is up to 15% of the “land” portion of the tour, will be offered to you as an option to continue with the trip. This fee will cover the costs associated with handling a smaller group.
What is the average age of passengers for this tour?
Our tours are suitable for all age demographics. The average age of travelers is typically 45+.
How physically demanding is this tour? Are you able to accommodate people with mobility restrictions/limitations?
Some tours are mainly coach based and may not be physically demanding while others may require walking inclines or on rough surfaces to access interesting locations. Please check with us and your booking agent carefully and discuss your mobility restrictions before completing any tour booking to ensure this style of travel is right for you.
Can you accommodate passengers with dietary restrictions (food allergies, vegan, vegetarian etc.)?
Yes, we do accommodate dietary restrictions (within reason) such as, food allergies, vegan, vegetarian, etc. There are many meals included on our fully escorted tours. Please inform us of any dietary restrictions at the time of booking so we can ensure there are alternative meal choices.
Booking & Flight Questions
Do you arrange airport transfers?
Yes, we can assist you with airport transfers for you in most locations at a reasonable extra cost. Several tours have airport transfers already included. Please contact us for more details.
Can you assist with booking additional accommodation?
Yes, we can certainly assist with booking additional nights of hotel accommodation for you before and after your fully escorted tour. This is available upon request and subject to availability. Please inquire for further information and prices.
How much luggage should I bring?
Each passenger may bring one large suitcase and one carry-on bag. The weight limit for baggage is 20 kilograms or about 40 pounds. Baggage handling is provided at the hotels in our tour packages but there may be places where you will be required to wheel in your bags for quicker access. Be sure to advise our reservations staff if you will be bringing additional items such as a cane, walker, or wheelchair. You may also bring one small soft-sided carry-on bag, which should easily fit into the overhead shelf of a coach. Each person is responsible for his/her own carryon luggage. Remember to check your airline baggage restrictions if you are flying, as they may differ from Anderson Vacations guidelines.
I am a solo traveller. Is there a single surcharge?
There are options for single travelers to join most tours. Solo travellers can choose to pay a Single Supplement and have their own room throughout the tour. For those willing to share with a co-traveller of the same gender, we have a Twin Share option that is offered for most tours where you share a hotel room with another same gender traveller. In this case, you will not be charged for Single Supplement.
Is it possible to book a triple share accommodation?
Yes, it is possible to book triple share accommodations on select trips. Please inquire or contact us regarding this option, as prices and availability vary from tour to tour.
Can we book this tour with our exclusive group?
Yes, you can! Anderson Vacations works with many private groups and helps to customize a tour to traveller’s needs. Please contact us for more details.
Are gratuities included in the tour cost?
For convenience, gratuities for local guides and meals that are specified in the itinerary are included in the tour price. For meals not included in your tour package please remember that it is customary to tip your server 10-20% in North America. Gratuities for your Coach Driver (where appropriate) and Tour Director are entirely at your discretion. We recommend about CDN $5.00 per person, per day, for your Driver and CDN$7.00 per person, per day for your Tour Leader.
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6UPBA
6 Day Ultimate Polar Bear Adventure
6 days
Created On: 21 Dec 2024
Highlights
- 2 Arctic Crawlerâ„¢ excursions (lunch, snacks and beverages included)
- 2-3 hour Cultural and Heritage Tour of the Churchill area, including historic Cape Merry and the Polar Bear Jail.
- Parks Canada Indigenous Interpretive Presentation
- Dog Mushing experience
- Itsanitaq Museum Guided Tour (approx. 1 hour) (based on availability)
Inclusions
- 3 nights at Lazy Bear Lodge in Churchill
- 2 nights in Winnipeg (pre & post adventure)
- One dinner entrée of your choice from the Lazy Bear Café menu (vegetarian substitute available)
- A hearty breakfast served each morning of your stay
- Naturalist Tour Guide
- Shuttle Service between the airport and the Lodge upon arrival and departure. Luggage handling included in Churchill.
- Round-trip airfare between Winnipeg and Churchill
Exclusions
- Travel insurance (Strongly recommended, ask us for a quote!)
- Tips and gratuities
- Items (attractions and sightseeing & entrance fees) not listed as included in the itinerary
Itinerary
Day 1: Welcome to Winnipeg
Known for its friendly and welcoming spirit, Winnipeg is a diverse multicultural city with a rich and varied history. An aboriginal trading centre prior to the arrival of the Europeans, Winnipeg was at the heart of the country's fur trade and instrumental in developing Canada's gateway to the west. Home to a grain exchange that once rivaled the largest markets in the world, Winnipeg's architecture and neighbourhoods reflect the profound character of this small prairie town.
Overnight: Winnipeg
Day 2: Winnipeg - Churchill (Flight)
Take a flight to Churchill, the polar bear capital of the world and transfer to the Lazy Bear Lodge. This charming, rustic lodge is located in the heart of the polar bear country and built from logs recycled from the nearby boreal forest. Whether you explore the lush boreal forest and its wildlife, the rocky Hudson Bay coastline teeming with beluga whales, or come to visit the great polar bears, a stay at the Lazy Bear Lodge will be unique and memorable.
Overnight: Churchill
Day 3: Churchill
Enjoy your first Fall Tundra Tour Arctic Crawlerâ„¢ excursion (lunch, snacks and beverages included). Arctic Crawlersâ„¢, our custom-built Tundra vehicles, will take you into the Churchill Wildlife Management Area. You will head right to the polar bear gathering spot where the bears wait for the winter icepack to freeze on the Hudson Bay. Curious and far from shy, the bears will sometimes come right alongside the vehicles to sneak a peek at their visitors.
Overnight: Churchill
Day 4: Churchill
During your stay at the Lodge, the Cultural and Heritage Tour takes you to Churchill and the surrounding area. You will explore the various historic sites including Cape Merry, the Polar Bear Jail (outside), the famous plane crash site of "Miss Piggy", and many other historic spots that make Churchill the town it is today. Your evening Dog Mushing experience includes an approximate 1-2-mile dog mushing ride. The ride will be on sleds if there is snow, and on wheels if there is none. Since the dogs love to run, either ride will be exhilarating! Inside a warm tent with fresh bannock, local berry jam, coffee, hot chocolate and tea, you will learn how the dogs are trained, plus hear many entertaining stories. In Churchill, the Northern Lights can make an appearance about 300 out of 365 days a year, so if weather permits, there will also be an opportunity to see them.
Overnight: Churchill
Day 5: Churchill to Winnipeg (Flight)
This morning enjoy your second Fall Tundra Tour Arctic Crawlerâ„¢ excursion (lunch, snacks and beverages included). Say goodbye to Churchill and take your flight back to Winnipeg.
Overnight: Churchill
Day 6: Depart Winnipeg
Your package ends.
