Polar Bears in Canada

Your travel itinerary

Inclusions

•  Economy air flights with Air New Zealand and Air Canada
• Two nights in Vancouver
• Vancouver half day city sights tour
• Sleeper Plus Class on VIA Rail Winnipeg to Churchill 
• All international transfers 
• Breakfast daily
• Lunch and dinner as outlined
• Sightseeing tours in Vancouver, Winnipeg and Churchill 
• Entrance to Itsanitaq Museum and Parks Canada Visitor Centre
• Tour of the Polar Bears International House 
• Frontier North Interpretive Guide
• Two full days guided Tundra Buggy Adventure
• Dog Sledding Excursion
• Pukekohe Travel Tour Escort subject to 10 persons traveling

Cost

*This is a cash price. Credit cards will incur a 1.5% fee
*Itinerary and costs subject to change, airline and fuel charges and currency fluctuations prior to final payment

Exclusions

• Travel Insurance is compulsory – please ask us for a quote
• Items of a personal nature
• Items not specified
• Gratuities
• Airport and airline taxes (approx. $310)

Booking Conditions

• A non-refundable deposit of $1,250 per person will secure a place on this trip
• Full payment is due no later than 01 June 2026

Cancellations

• From the date of booking until 01 June 2026 – loss of deposit
• After 01 June 2026 - no refund

Travel Insurance

It is highly essential all clients purchase travel insurance to protect against cancellations, lost items, and delays that could lead to unexpected costs.  Please ask us for a quote.

General Information

Documentation

• A current passport is required, valid six months beyond date of travel
• A Canadian ETA is required (CA$7)

Climate - Throughout polar bear season during October and November, Churchill’s temperatures tend to be very cold, ranging from -16°C to 7°C. Our time on the tundra is in heated Tundra Buggy vehicles, but with windows being lowered for photography, you should expect interior temperatures to range from -1°C to 16°C and will want wear sufficient layers to remain comfortable. As with any location, temperatures in Churchill can vary widely, the streets and sidewalks in Churchill can become very slippery with layers of ice and snow. 

Clothing- Closer to departure date, extensive information will be provided – a brief summary is as follows:

• Warm winter, waterproof coat
• The ‘golden rules’ are: Layers, Layers, Layers – base, mid, outer
• Wear breathable fabric – choose wool, merino or cotton over polyester fabrics
• Waterproof – not water repellent
• Protect your extremities – hat, gloves and insulated boots.
• Remember the SPF

Canada Goose parkas, snow pants and Baffin boots are available for hire in Churchill for your Tundra Buggy experience.

Currency / Money

• • Canadian Dollars are used in Canada
• • ATMs are readily available 
• • Visa and Mastercard are accepted in most towns and cities

Health and Mobility

A good standard of health and fitness is required and clients should be independently mobile with the ability to walk unaided on uneven surfaces and negotiate stairs. 

VIA CANADA Rail Information

The rail journey from Winnipeg to Churchill offers travellers an unparalleled opportunity to experience Canada’s  remote northern wilderness in comfort. VIA Rail’s Sleeper Plus service transforms the 45-hour adventure into a  comfortable expedition, featuring private accommodation in single or twin sleeper cabins complete with onboard meals and access to the train’s observation cars. As you glide through Manitoba’s pristine boreal forests and tundra landscapes, you’ll witness some of Canada’s most untouched and breath-taking scenery from the comfort of heritage rail cars, making this journey as memorable as the destination itself.

Click here to Download the Via Rail Cabin descriptions

Terms and Conditions

For full terms and conditions please visit our website Terms and Conditions or please ask our tour consultant for a copy.