Drive into Alberta’s Badlands on a private day tour that combines the Royal Tyrrell Museum, sculpted hoodoos, Atlas Coal Mine and Horseshoe Canyon. This customizable full-day trip balances short walks with driving time and plenty of photo stops.
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The road opens up into a raw, wind-sculpted landscape as you approach Drumheller — ochre cliffs cut by narrow gullies, a river that presses the valley into sharp relief, and the looming silhouette of the World's Largest Dinosaur marking the town’s gateway.
Difficulty
easy
Duration
8 hours
Fitness Level
Suitable for most fitness levels—this is a vehicle-based sightseeing day with short walks and light elevation changes
Wildlife
History
Drumheller’s landscape preserves Late Cretaceous sediments rich in dinosaur fossils and a 20th-century legacy of coal mining that shaped local communities.
Conservation
Erosion is a natural process but visitor foot traffic can accelerate wear; stick to designated trails, pack out trash and respect paleontological sites.
Reserve your spot on the Drumheller and the Badlands Private Sightseeing Tour today and enjoy a trusted, highly rated experience designed to help you make the most of your adventure.
Book Royal Tyrrell time early
Reserve museum entry and allow at least 90–120 minutes to see exhibits and the fossil preparation lab; lines form mid-day.
Bring sun protection
The Badlands offers little shade—wide-brim hat, SPF and sunglasses will keep you comfortable on exposed viewpoints.
Wear sturdy footwear
Trails around hoodoos and Horseshoe Canyon include loose gravel and short uneven steps—closed-toe shoes with grip help.
Mind the wind and dust
Even on warm days gusts can pick up dust; pack a lightweight layer and protect cameras and lenses.
Sun hat and sunscreen
Protects against strong prairie sun during exposed canyon viewpoints.
summer
Reusable water bottle (1–2L)
Staying hydrated is important during long stretches in dry, exposed terrain.
Sturdy walking shoes
Provides traction on gravel trails and uneven rock around hoodoos and canyon edges.
Light windproof jacket
Useful for sudden winds and cooler mornings or evenings in the valley.
spring