Museum team and visitors heading down the beach on horseback.

Fossils on Horseback Overnight Getaway

Experience

Location

Fundy Geological Museum, Parrsboro
162 Two Islands Road
Parrsboro, Nova Scotia

Date

This package is sold out, new dates will be available in March 2026.

Pricing

$815.00 – $1,461.00 per booking

Experience Highlights:

  • Enjoy a one-night stay in a cozy two-bedroom cottage with two queen beds (and a futon couch) at the Sunshine Inn – less than five-minutes by car from restaurants, shopping, and amenities in beautiful Parrsboro.
  • Start the next morning with a locally inspired breakfast at Sunshine Inn before heading to nearby Wasson Bluff for a one-of-a-kind horseback tour.
  • Ride along the ocean floor and scenic Bay of Fundy coastline in the Cliffs of Fundy UNESCO Global Geopark with friendly guides from Spirit Reins Ranch.
  • Arrive to an active fossil dig and sieve for dinosaur bones and unique minerals guided by an expert from Fundy Geological Museum.
  • Enjoy local refreshments on the breezy ocean floor before riding in the footsteps of Canada’s oldest dinosaurs!

Dates: This experience is SOLD OUT for 2025. Please connect with Fundy Geological Museum to inquire about waitlist opportunities and check back for 2026 dates.

How to Book: Please book by visiting www.fundygeomuseum.ca. Due to the nature of small businesses, this experience must be booked at least one week in advance of the tour date.

Price:

  • Group of Two – $815 + HST
  • Group of Three – $1138 + HST
  • Group of Four – $1461 + HST

Good to Know: 

  • This experience is not suitable for children under 10.
  • Please advise of any allergies upon booking.
  • All guests will be given an introductory orientation to safe horse care and handling.
  • Tours are tailored to the guest’s riding level and ability.
  • Safety and liability waivers must be signed by all guests before tours begin.
  • Recommended for Intermediate to Advanced riders (rate yourself using the guidelines below).
    • Novice/Beginner: Has ridden a horse 0-5 times, 0-3 riding lessons
    • Intermediate: Has ridden a horse consistently for over a year, more than 4 lessons
    • Advanced: Has ridden more than 3 years consistently, has obtained rider levels through Provincial Equestrian Federation