How much should I budget for a road trip to Northern Manitoba?

The beauty of a road trip is that it can be tailored to fit any budget. For a trip to Northern Manitoba, you can opt for a more affordable experience or indulge in comfort—it's entirely up to you. Our trip blended both budget-friendly and comfortable options, and we spent over 12 days a total of CAD $1,851.26 for 2 people, broken down as follows:

• Campgrounds (Yurts & traditional tent campsites): $432.86

• Food (groceries + eating out): $334

• Hotels/Lodges/Unique Stays: $608.90

• Annual Manitoba Park Vehicle Permit Fee: $44.50 (This is an expense to not consider in 2025, since Park entry permits are not required for that year).

• Activities: $113. If you love nature, most of your activities—like hiking and beach visits—will be outdoors, so your activity costs should remain low.

• Gas (for a 2023 Toyota Corolla): $318

If you're traveling in a group, the cost per person can be significantly reduced as accommodations and gas costs can be shared. To save even more, consider traveling during the camping season and staying exclusively at Manitoba Parks-designated campgrounds instead of hotels and lodges. For reference, the 2024 nightly rate for a comfortable Yurt was CAD $56, and a traditional tent campsite costed just CAD $13.65 per night.

Check out our Ultimate Guide to Northern Manitoba to see all the stay options you have!