Dinosaur Provincial Park

Alberta Parks

Bare Bones Bus Tour

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Booking for 2025 public Tours & Programs opens February 15, 2025.

Short on time but eager to experience the magic of Dinosaur Provincial Park?

This family-friendly bus tour takes you deep into the heart of the Palaeontological Preserve where you'll see something remarkable: a complete skeleton of a duck-billed dinosaur! This hadrosaur is a perfect example of the incredible fossils that palaeontologist from all over the world come her to find.

You can expect to:

  • Experience the Badlands: See the otherworldly landscape of the badlands up close.
  • Discover Palaeontological Wonders: Learn about the forces that shaped this unique environment and its rich fossil deposits.
  • Perfect for Time-Crunched Travelers: A quick and engaging introduction to the paleontology of the park.

Important Notes:

  • Children under the age of 14 must be accompanied by a paying adult.
  • Accessibility: This program is not suitable for wheelchairs or strollers.
  • Weather Conditions: Cancellations may occur due to extreme weather events, including extreme heat and rain.
  • Footwear: Closed-toe and closed-heel sturdy walking shoes are required for this tour. (No sandals, flip-flops, or Crocs.)
  • Hydration: Participants required to bring water.
  • To preserve the integrity of our fossil sites, digging is not allowed on tours, but you will have the chance to touch fossils discovered in the field.

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Book It

Meet at: Dinosaur Visitor Centre

Duration: 1.25 Hours

Effort: Easy

Ages: All Ages

Fee: $18/Adult, $12/Youth (7-17 years), $6/Child (4-6 years), $2/Child (3 and under)

Info: Program Guide

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Tags: Bus Tour | Family Tour
Updated: Feb 12, 2025