No other museum offers an adventure like this. Journey beyond the exhibits and into the heart of Northern Alberta’s ancient past as you drift down the breathtaking Wapiti River, uncovering millions of years of history written in the rocks and riverbanks.
Duration
6 Hours (including transportation to and from the museum)
Time may be longer when river is lower*
About
This is more than a float — it’s a voyage through time. Led by palaeo-guides, you’ll explore the secrets of the dinosaur bearing Wapiti Formation and learn how the Peace Region’s geology and natural history shaped the land as we know it.
Touch newly exposed fossils, visit sites only accessible by water, and see the world through the eyes of ancient creatures. Between discoveries, relax and take in the serene beauty of the Wapiti’s winding channels, forested shores and wildlife.
Includes:
- Free admission to the Philip J. Currie Dinosaur Museum (to be used by the end of the summer.
- Riverside bagged style lunch from local favorite- Cafe on 43
- Safety gear and adventure bag (including waterproof phone case)
Who can join
Adventurers aged 7 and up with a guardian.
Your Prehistoric Itinerary
- Meet at the Philip J. Currie Dinosaur Museum – Pick up your adventure bag, meet your guides, and prepare for your journey.
- Hop aboard the Dino-Bus – Enjoy a scenic shuttle ride to Pipestone Creek Park.
- Safety Briefing & Gear Up – Learn river safety and get ready to float.
- The Float Begins – Embark on a gentle 4-hour drift down the Wapiti River (no rapids).
- Riverside Lunch & Fossil Hunt – Enjoy a riverside bagged lunch and explore fossil sites along the shore.
- Return Journey – The Dino-Bus will take you back to the museum, where your admission includes full access to explore the galleries and exhibits (valid till end of the summer).
What to bring
- Comfortable shoes that can get wet (shoes are mandatory, no flip flops)
- Clothing appropriate to the weather conditions (dress in layers it can be cool in the morning and hot in the afternoon)
- At least 1L of water per person
- Sunscreen
- Swimsuit (under clothing) or swimmable clothing
- Bug spray
- Hat
- Camera (optional)
- Binoculars (optional)
- Small dry bag (optional)
Please Note
- Children under the age of 16 must be accompanied by an adult
- Safety and liability waivers must be signed by all participants *prior* to tour starting. Waivers are emailed to you after booking.
Food orders must be completed 48 hours prior to your tour start. Food order sheet are emailed to you after booking.
- Guests meet at the Museum for their tours at their chosen start time. Please arrive on time as we leave within 15 minutes of your arrival time.
- There are washrooms at the Pipestone Creek campground. However, there are no facilities available once the float has begun; please plan accordingly to use the *facili-trees*
- Tours are weather-dependent, and may be rescheduled in the event of adverse or severe weather conditions. In the case of scattered showers your tour will still proceed as planned.
**A world-exclusive experience—only in Alberta, only at the Philip J. Currie Dinosaur Museum**
Booking Notes
#Get ready for your Wapiti River Journey back in time!
The Philip J. Currie Dinosaur Museum team is excited to meet you and take you on an adventure along the river to explore fossil sites and see the landscape as a Palaeontologist would. Please read this email carefully as it contains important information about your experience.
On your Secrets of the Wapiti River float day, you will meet us at the museum, in the lobby area at the designated time of your tour. We will get you geared up for your tour and then transport you to the river.
There are a couple of things we need each Guest to do before they arrive:
1. Order your lunch.
2. Complete the waiver before you arrive .
3. Read the what to bring section of this email.
**Lunch** is provided by the local hotspot- Café on 43.
Order now: [Book Your lunch](https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1PCDvuCaqAPdjM706aniIVd70SWybIBzBYrf-VGoL8Z0/edit?usp=sharing)
**Please be advised, those who have *not* put in an order 48 hours in advance of the trip date will receive a default lunch order.**
To help you prepare for your rafting adventure, we have put together a list of what to bring.
##What to bring
- Comfortable shoes that can get wet and are suitable for walking on rocky shores
- Clothing appropriate to the weather conditions (dress in layers it is cool in the morning and hot in the afternoon)
- At least 1L of water per person
- Sunscreen
- Swimsuit under clothing
- Bug spray
- Hat
- Camera (optional)
- Binoculars (optional)
- Dry shoes for after your tour, if you wish to visit the museum
##Please Note
- Our staff are trained and certified through Rescue Canada.
- Our river is a class 1 classification.
- There is no cell phone service once we reach the river.
- Children under the age of 16 must be accompanied by an adult.
- Safety waivers must be signed by all participants.
- There are washrooms at the Pipestone Creek campground. However, there are no facilities available once the float has begun; please plan accordingly.
- Tours are weather-dependent, and may be rescheduled in the event of adverse weather conditions. You will be contacted in the morning if we need to reschedule your tour.
- Tours are 4.5-6 hours, depending on river height and speed. This changes throughout the season.
- If you need to make any changes to your booking please contact us at least 24 hours before your booking.
- Feel free to bring your own small dry bag if you would like. We will provide a dry bag for guest to store things they may not want to get wet.
- Please note, that there is limited space in the raft, do not bring big backpacks.
Please let me know if you have any questions. Looking forward to meeting you!
Thanks
Bookings Coordinator
bookings@dinomuseum.ca
