Polar Bear Season

  • Churchill’s famous Polar Bear Season in October and November draws adventurous travelers from all around the globe.

  • Northern Lights may fill the night sky and playful foxes wander the landscape. There is simply no better place to have this kind of close encounter with the worlds largest land predator.

  • The town has undeniably earned its title of “Polar Bear Capital of the World”

Coastal Roads & Hidden Trails Wildlife Tour

(Full Day or Half Day)

On this exciting expedition, we explore Churchill’s coastal roads and trails in search of polar bears and other arctic wildlife. Your Guide is a trained polar bear guard, who keeps passenger and wildlife safety a top priority. While we travel across the subarctic terrain, you have the chance to talk with your guide and learn about the unique history of the area while seeing many of Churchill’s popular historic sites. On the Full day tour, a lunch stop at a local restaurant is included in this tour. Daily Departures Available in October & November, and morning or afternoon departures for the half day tour are available most days. Unless otherwise specified during booking, this tour departs from our Tour Desk which is located inside the Polar Inn & Suites Hotel at 153 Kelsey Boulevard. Please arrive 15 minutes ahead of departure time to check in and pay any remaining balance owing.

(Lunch Included only on full day tours)

Full Day: $395.00 CAD per person

Full Day: $296.00 CAD Children ages 6-12 (5 and under free)

Half Day: $210.00 CAD per person

Half Day: $157.00 CAD Children ages 6-12 (5 and under free)

Please note that all prices listed on website are in Canadian Dollars and do not include taxes or gratuity. Parents or guardians must attend with minors and may be asked to provide proof of birth date for children)

Town & Area Tour

Welcome to Churchill, Manitoba! This is the perfect tour for those wanting a proper introduction to the community and both its historical and modern day treasures. Your guide will take you by 4x4 vehicle to all the important sites around town, including popular sights such as: Cape Merry, Miss Piggy, the Polar Bear Jail, The Churchill Northern Studies Centre, Ithaca Shipwreck, the Sea Walls Project, and more. Plus, we always keep a lookout for any wildlife that may stumble into our path. Walking is required to experience some sites. Unless otherwise specified during booking, this tour departs from our Tour Desk which is located inside the Polar Inn & Suites Hotel at 153 Kelsey Boulevard. Please arrive 15 minutes ahead of departure time to check in and pay any remaining balance owing. A minimum of three guests is needed for the tour to depart. Please note this tour is subject to limited departures after October 20th.

Polar Bear Season Price: $210.00 CAD per person

$157.00 CAD Children ages 6-12 (5 and under free)

Please note that all prices listed on website are in Canadian Dollars and do not include taxes or gratuity. Parents or guardians must attend with minors and may be asked to provide proof of birth date for children)

Yes! It is possible to see the aurora during Bear Season! After a day of polar bears, reward yourself with yet another natural wonder of Churchill.

For this classic favourite tour, we will travel outside of town where there is less light pollution to chase these mystical dancing lights across the night sky. During this time of year, Polar bears are common, so your Guide is a trained polar bear guard, who keeps passenger and wildlife safety a top priority. This will insure your safety during the many viewing and photography opportunities of the evening.

Please note that the Aurora is a natural phenomenon and may not be active on the night of your scheduled tour and the following policies are in place to optimize your chance of seeing them: When you book an Aurora tour with us, you can sign up for any evening or evenings you would like. For each of these nights, we charge a $25.00 non refundable fee (this fee must be paid prior to being put on the “call list”. If the lights come out before 10:00pm, your guide will contact you by phone or knock on your hotel room door to let you know the tour is running and will pick you up. The remainder of the tour price can be paid the following morning. Pick up and drop off at your accommodation is included.

$225.00 CAD per person

$157.00 CAD Children ages 6-12 (5 and under free)

(Please note: There is a $25.00 non refundable deposit per evening to sign up, included in the $225.00)

Please note that all prices listed on website are in Canadian Dollars and do not include taxes or gratuity. Parents or guardians must attend with minors and may be asked to provide proof of birth date for children)

Classic Aurora Borealis Tour

Local Adventurer 3 Night Polar Bear Package

We are excited to have a new partnership with Heartland Travel for all of our package tours! Packages are ideal for travellers who want the easiest way to plan their entire Churchill experience. If you’re looking for everything from flights to hotels, to tours, and great opportunities for add-ons such as dog sledding, Aurora Tours, and meals, Heartland will help you organize every aspect of your northern adventure.

2024 Local Adventurer (Winnipeg To Churchill) Polar Bear Package Tour Dates:

  • October 19th-22nd (12 Pax)

  • October 22nd-25th (12 Pax)

  • October 25th-28th (12 Pax)

  • October 28th- November 1st (6 Pax)

  • October 31st- November 3rd (12 Pax)

  • November 3rd-5th (12 Pax)

  • November 7th-10th (6 Pax)

  • November 10th-13th (6 Pax)

Included:

  • 3 night stay at The Polar Inn and suites with breakfast at hotel

  • Tundra Buggy or Polar Rover experience

  • Full Day Coastal Roads and Hidden Trails Polar Bear Tour with North Star Tours

  • Lunch is included during Both full day tours

  • Northern Lights and indigenous storytelling experience in Mongolian Yurt

  • Dog Sledding Tour with Wapusk Adventures

Not Included:

  • Alcoholic beverages

  • Meals not stated in Itinerary

  • Gratuities

  • Travel to and from Churchill

  • Travel Insurance

  • Accommodation in Winnipeg

  • Expenses of a personal nature

$3899.00 per person (Based on Double Occupancy)
$650.00 (Single Supplement)

Please note that all prices listed on website are in Canadian Dollars and do not include taxes or gratuity

Tour Itinerary

Day 1 – Arrival Day

  • Calm Air flight from Winnipeg to Churchill

  • Drop off at Polar Inn and Suites Hotel and check in

  • Evening at Nights Under Lights Mongolian Yurt

Day 2 – Tundra Buggy Tour 

  • Morning Departure for full day Tundra Tour

Day 3– Full Day Coastal Roads and Hidden Trails Polar Bear Tour 

  • Morning Departure for full day WildlifeTour with North Star Tours

Day 4 – Departure Day

Single Day Winnipeg To Churchill Polar Bear Package Tour

We are excited to have a new partnership with Heartland Travel for all of our package tours! Packages are ideal for travellers who want the easiest way to plan their entire Churchill experience. If you’re looking for everything from flights to hotels, to tours, and great opportunities for add-ons such as dog sledding, Aurora Tours, and meals, Heartland will help you organize every aspect of your northern adventure.

2024 Available Day Single Day Winnipeg To Churchill Polar Bear Package Tour Dates:

  • Saturday October 26th

  • Saturday November 2nd

  • Sunday November 3rd

Included:

  • Round trip airfare between Winnipeg and Churchill

  • Breakfast on the morning flight

  • Full day Tundra Buggy tour with lunch

  • Dinner in Churchill

  • All transfers and transportation while in Churchill

  • Time for souvenir shopping

  • A Heartland Travel tour escort throughout the trip

Not Included: 

  • Charter Terminal transfers (if staying at a different hotel)

  • Alcoholic beverages

  • Gratuities

  • Travel insurance

  • Winnipeg hotel nights

  • Travel to/from Winnipeg (if needed)

  • Expenses of a personal nature.

Tour Itinerary

6:45am – You depart the Charter Terminal at 50 Morberg Way on an ATR 42-300 aircraft for Churchill. You receive a light breakfast on board.

9:15am – You arrive in Churchill. Upon arrival you will be transferred directly to the Tundra Buggy launch site where you will board your Tundra Buggy for the day. This is a very unique vehicle, well heated, and washroom equipped. The Buggy’s over inflated tires allow unparalleled access onto the tundra. Conservation regulation restricts the routes these vehicles can follow in order to protect the fragile ecosystem of this sub-Arctic region. The knowledgeable Tundra Buggy driver / interpreter will make every effort to ensure you have the most favourable conditions to photograph the bears. A platform on the rear of the buggy allows passengers to get an unrestricted view of the bears. A hearty boxed lunch, prepared locally, will be served on board. You return to Churchill at dusk for dinner at the Seaport Restaurant. There will also be time to shop for some Inuit soapstone carvings or other local souvenirs.

8:30pm – Your flight departs for Winnipeg

10:45pm – You arrive at the Charter Terminal in Winnipeg

Contact us for pricing

Please note that all prices listed on website are in Canadian Dollars and do not include taxes or gratuity

Create Your Own Custom Fall Experience

We offer completely customizable tours. Whether you’re a serious photographer looking for amazing photo opportunities, seeking the knowledge that comes from one-on-one time with an experienced local guide, or loking to plan the most incredible trip including features such as private jets and ground transport, musicians, Service staff on site, and Private Chefs— We can help you out. Let us create a Churchill Experience like no other:

  • Photography Tours

  • Exclusive VIP All-Inclusive Packages

  • Private Guiding

  • Luggage Transfer and Service

  • Custom Camera Rigged Vehicles

  • Remote Area Services and Specialized Terrain Vehicles

  • Polar Bear Security

  • Private Shuttles and Transport

North Star is not just a tour company! We also offer many other private services, Including bus charters and shuttles, luggage service, airport transfers, and polar bear security for those working in more remote areas.

Click here to see an example of a VIP North Star Trip!