1.613.384.0012
Ultimate Polar Bears and Belugas!
Aug 7-13, 2026
7 Days
Moderate
With 60,000 Beluga Whales filling the Hudson Bay and Polar Bears leaving the melting sea ice, summer is an amazing time to visit Churchill! Come aboard our brand new flagship vessel the Matonabee, the ONLY Arctic touring vessel with underwater viewing on the planet, and explore the Hudson Bay coastline where the majestic polar bear are migrating at this time of year! Our beautiful Arctic Crawlers™ will take you to experience the vast expanse of the tundra with its beautiful flora and fauna and wildlife. We are the only company in Churchill that goes to where the Polar Bears are at this time!
TOUR SUMMARY
- Return flights from Toronto to Winnipeg
- 1 night pre and post tour accommodation in Winnipeg
- Welcome dinner in Winnipeg
- Breakfast in Winnipeg
- Ultimate Polar Bear Adventure includes:
- Two nights accommodation in Winnipeg (one pre and one post night)
- Four nights at Lazy Bear Lodge in Churchill.
- Round trip airfare and transfers between Winnipeg and Churchill
- Dog mushing (includes 1 mile experiential ride)
- Hudson Bay Coastal Boat Tour (lunch included)
- Beluga Zodiac Boat Tour
- Walking tour of the Prince of Whales Fort
- Half Day Summer Tundra Tour on our Artic Crawler™
- Optional excursions:
- Kayaking $194 [ https://www.lazybearlodge.com/kayaking ]
- Beluga AquaGliding™ $246.75 [ https://www.lazybearlodge.com/aquagliding ]
- Churchill Heritage Tour
- Breakfast after each night stay (in Winnipeg and Churchill)
- All meals included at or provided by the Lazy Bear Cafe
- Guide Services in Churchill
- Courtesy shuttle service in Churchill between the airport and Lodge upon arrival and departure
- Return deluxe motor coach to/from Toronto Pearson International Airport
- Fully escorted by an experienced Maple Leaf Tour Director
- Rates are per person in Canadian dollars. All taxes included.
With 60,000 Beluga Whales filling the Hudson Bay and Polar Bears leaving the melting sea ice, summer is an amazing time to visit Churchill! Come aboard our brand new flagship vessel the Matonabee, the ONLY Arctic touring vessel with underwater viewing on the planet, and explore the Hudson Bay coastline where the majestic polar bear are migrating at this time of year! Our beautiful Arctic Crawlers™ will take you to experience the vast expanse of the tundra with its beautiful flora and fauna and wildlife. We are the only company in Churchill that goes to where the Polar Bears are at this time!
Day 1 
Friday, August 7, 2026
Welcome one and all to the Maple Leaf Lounge at the Kingston Shrine Club (3260 Princess Street at Collins Bay Road), check in with your Maple Leaf Tour Director and get to know your travelling companions before we depart for our flight to Winnipeg from Toronto Pearson Airport.
Friday, Aug 7, Toronto to Winnipeg
Depart Toronto 12:00 pm
Arrive Winnipeg 1:45pm
Thursday, Aug 13, Winnipeg to Toronto
Depart Winnipeg 10:45 am
Arrive Toronto 2:15 pm
Day 2
Saturday, August 8, 2026
Upon arrival, make your own way to the Winnipeg hotel. Free day to explore Winnipeg.
Day 3
Sunday, August 9, 2026
Check out from Winnipeg hotel. Group transfer included to the airport if designated hotel is included. Flight from Winnipeg to Churchill. Check-in at Lazy Bear Lodge. Churchill Heritage Tour, includes exploring Cape Merry and an outside tour of the ‘Polar Bear Jail’ among many other historic sites (approx. 2-3 hours). (B,L,D).
Day 4
Monday, August 10, 2026
Hudson Bay Coastal Tour aboard the Matonabee vessel in anticipation of viewing Polar Bears and other arctic wildlife (approx. 6-8 hours). (B,L,D)
Day 5
Tuesday, August 11, 2026
Beluga Whale Boat Tour/Fort Tour to see Beluga Whales in the water and walking tour of the historic Prince of Wales Fort (approx. 3 hours (B,L,D)
Day 6
Wednesday, August 12, 2026
Any additional tours such as kayaking, Beluga AquaGliding™ or dog mushing (on wheels) can be taken this day or any of the other days weather, tide and schedule depending. (B,L,D)
Day 7
Thursday, August 13, 2026
Check-out from Lazy Bear Lodge Summer Tundra Tour on our Artic Crawler™ (approx. 3 hours). Transfer to airport to depart for Winnipeg. Flight from Churchill to Winnipeg. Check-in at Winnipeg hotel.
Ottawa
All Saints Lutheran Church, 1061 Pinecrest Road 
TBA Kemptville
Giant Tiger Parking Lot, Hwy 43
TBA Brockville
Food Basics Jefferson Dr
TBA Gananoque
Hwy 2 Carpool Lot
TBA Kingston
Shrine Club, 3260 Princess Street
TBA Napanee
Flying J, Northeast Corner
TBA Belleville
IHOP, 902 Wallbridge-Loyalist Road, Parking on the Eastside of the Building
TBA Brighton
Exit 509 Carpool Lot, Hwy 401
TBA Insurance
TRAVEL INSURANCE
Cancellation & Medical Insurance is strongly recommended for overnight tours and out of country travel.
Travel Insurance is available for purchase through Maple Leaf Tours.
Call us today for your no-obligation quote 613-384-0012 in Kingston OR 613-969-8884 in Belleville!
BEFORE YOU GO
- Regular stops will be made for comfort breaks and meals.
- For the comfort of fellow travelers, kindly refrain from using scented products.
- Tipping for your Tour Director and Motor Coach driver is completely voluntary, based on level of service.
- Proceeds of Maple Leaf Tours help to support Indigenous scholarships.
- Porterage of 1 large suite case per person, you may also bring 1 carry-on per person
- Please keep all medication with your person not in luggage
- Cancellation and Medical insurance is not covered in your package but is strongly recommended for out of province travel
- Insurance is available through Maple Leaf, please call to inquire today!
- A refundable deposit of $100 per person is required at the time of booking.
- $500 OFF per person – Early Booking Bonus, when booked and paid in full by September 15, 2025.
- $2,000 Due January 15, 2026.
- $2,000 Due April 15, 2026.
- $4,999 Due June 1, 2026 ($5,999 for solo travelers)
- $100 off extra per person, if paid by money order, bank draft, cash or cheque.
- All payments are non-refundable
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