Churchill’s Northern Lights and Winter Nights

Our Northern Lights and Winter Nights adventure, led by an Interpretive Guide, offers the opportunity to capture this incredible night sky phenomenon from directly on the tundra, surrounded by the beautiful northern tundra landscape and with access to the warmth and comfort of an official Tundra Buggy and the Aurora Lodge.

You will be transported by Tundra Buggy across the frozen Churchill River to the Aurora Lounge which is positioned away from the lights of town for northern lights viewing. View the northern lights from inside the warm Aurora Lounge by peering out through the panoramic windows while sipping on a warm cup of coffee, or climb onto the roof-top observation deck for an unobstructed view. Or, for the warm-blooded, climb right down onto the ground to watch and photograph the northern lights directly from the tundra.

Guests will arrive in Winnipeg independently and make their way to the Inn at the Forks hotel.

Depending on your arrival time you might want to visit Assiniboine Park Zoo’s Churchill exhibit, with its resident polar bears and seals. Or, spend some time exploring the Forks market or the nearby Canadian Museum of Human Rights, both situated right around your hotel. There will be an evening Meet & Greet hosted by your your Interpretive Guide. Meals: None

An early morning breakfast buffet and transfer to the airfield for the flight north to Churchill. Once in Churchill you’ll get to experience the incredible culture and warmth of the town and people of Churchill on a Town and Area tour. We’ll then visit the Itsanitaq Museum which houses a collection of Inuit carvings and artifacts that are among the finest and oldest in the world dating from Pre-Dorset (1700 B.C.) through Dorset, Thule and modern Inuit times. This evening you’ll go on a forest excursion. Meals: B, L, D

Head out of town today and enjoy a snowshoeing program with a local resident leading the way. Instruction will be provided to those who have never snowshoed before. This evening you’ll head out onto the tundra to Dan’s Diner for a culinary experience you won’t soon forget and for Northern Lights viewing. Meals: B, L, D

An always popular activity, today it’s a dog sledding excursion, hosted by a local resident and dog sledding expert. This evening you’ll journey to Thanadelthur Lodge for an evening visit and Northern Lights viewing. Meals: B, L, D

Check out of your Churchill hotel before departing for the day’s activity, a presentation at the Parks Canada Visitor Centre. You’ll have some free time this afternoon to visit the shops along the main street before flying back to Winnipeg this evening. Meals: B, L, D

Depart Winnipeg anytime today, or choose to extend your stay and explore the Manitoba capital. Meals: None

This 3 day/2 night Northern Lights adventure offers a unique program in which travellers fly directly from Calgary, Alberta to Churchill, Manitoba to experience the dancing skies and the incredible culture of Canada’s North.

2022 Dates:
March: 11
2022 Prices:
From CA$4,349 – twin
Single supplement from CA$350

Taxes:  4% PST; 5% GST

This 8 day/7 night Photo Adventure program is a program designed for the best photography opportunities. The tours are led by an experienced Photo Specialist, who can assist you with camera settings for the best result in capturing the incredible night-sky phenomenon, the Aurora Borealis, from the tundra. Surround yourself in beautiful northern landscapes as we travel to a new and secluded location each night for incredible aurora viewing and photography!

2022 & 2023 Dates:
Select dates in February and March

2022 Price:
From CA$6,449 – twin
Single supplement from CA$1,025
2023 Price:
From CA$6,599 – twin
Single supplement from CA$1,025
Taxes:  4% PST; 5% GST

Get whisked away from Churchill, across the frozen Churchill River to be treated to a gourmet meal at Dan’s Diner, a pop-up restaurant located on the tundra, away from the lights of town. You might be treated to some evening entertainment if the Aurora decide to make an appearance! This unique, culinary experience is included in the above Northern Lights programs.