Dinosaurs & Badlands Small Group Excursion: Calgary to Drumheller

4.9
(16 reviews)
Calgary, Canada

8 to 10 hours (approximately)
Offered in: English and 1 more

Travel 75 million years back in time — just 90 minutes from Calgary. Towering hoodoos, ancient canyon walls striped with Earth's history, and world-class fossil discoveries await. Whether you're 8 or 80, the Drumheller Badlands delivers wonder at every turn.

The Drumheller Badlands are unlike anywhere else in Canada. Sweeping canyon walls striped with eons of geological history, eerie rock formations rising from the valley floor, and world-renowned dinosaur fossil discoveries that shaped our understanding of prehistoric life.

Visit the Royal Tyrrell Museum, walk the canyon roads, and take in iconic Badlands scenery at every turn — with an expert guide decoding the geology, fossils, and history unfolding around you.

This small-group experience means your guide knows your name, answers every question, and tailors the pace to your group — never rushed, never lost in a crowd. Real conversations, genuine discoveries.

What's Included

Royal Tyrrell Museum
Bottled water
Booster seat
English Speaking Guide
Air-conditioned vehicle
Gratuities
Meals

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point
You can choose from multiple locations at checkout.
End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Duration: 8 to 10 hours (approximately)
  • 1
    World's Largest Dinosaur

    (Summer and Winter) You'll climb 106 stairs inside this 86-foot T-Rex for a unique view from its mouth overlooking the entire Drumheller valley.

    20 minutes Admission ticket not included
  • 2
    Royal Tyrrell Museum

    (Summer and Winter) Royal Tyrrell Museum of Paleontology is a World-class paleontological museum, with over 130,000 fossils and amazingly detailed exhibits that bring prehistoric eras to life and a small Hoodoos trail.

    2 hours Admission ticket included
  • 3
    The Little Church

    (Summer and Winter) Visit the World's Largest Little Church in Drumheller that can only seat 6 people.

    10 minutes Admission ticket not included
  • 4

    (Summer and Winter) Explore the Dinosaur Trails mesmerizing badlands view and gaze at the Large Drumheller Valley from Horsethief Canyon Viewpoint

    20 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 5

    (Summer and Winter) Cross eleven road bridges to the ghost town of Wayne. Learn the history of the townand geology facts abou the area. The tour does not stop at the Last Chance Saloon

    20 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 6
    Star Mine Suspension Bridge

    (Summer and Winter) Cross the Star Mine Suspension Bridges hanging over Red Deer River in Rosedale Town. Learn the odd history of the creation of the bridge.

    15 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 7
    The Hoodoos

    (Summer and Winter) You'll walk the interpretive trail among these fascinating stone pillars formed by erosion over millions of years. You can explore and photograph these otherworldly formations.

    30 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 8
    Horseshoe Canyon

    (Summer and Winter) You'll spend approximately 45 minutes exploring this spectacular badlands formation, with time to descend partway into the canyon on maintained trails for dramatic photos of the striped geological layers.

    20 minutes Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infant seat available at additional charge
Supplied by View Rockies Charters

Tags

Day Trips
Nature and Wildlife Tours
Full-day Tours
Bus Tours
Private and Luxury
Audio Guides
Historical Tours
Small Group
Excellent Quality
Low Supplier Cancellation Rate
Low Last Minute Supplier Cancellation Rate
New Product
Short term availability

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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