Fossils on Horseback Overnight Getaway

About this experience

This package is SOLD OUT! 2026 dates will be available March 2026!

Experience includes:

Overnight cottage accommodations at The Sunshine Inn, including a locally inspired breakfast.

3-hour horseback tour with Spirit Reins Ranch along the cliffs of the beach at Wasson Bluff, with a rest stop at Fundy Geological Museum’s active fossil research site.

Exclusive opportunity to sieve for fossils with a museum expert from the Fundy Geological Museum.

Light refreshments served on the ocean floor.

Pricing by Group:

Group of Two - $815 (plus HST)
Group of Three - $1138 (plus HST) 
Group of Four - $1461 (plus HST) 
Experiences are limited to one group per booking

2025 Dates:

SOLD OUT May 31 - June 1 (Tour on June 1 at 10am/Meet at Fundy Geological Museum at 9:45am)
SOLD OUT June 15 - June 16 (Tour on June 16 at 10am/Meet at Fundy Geological Museum at 9:45am)
SOLD OUT June 29 - June 30 (Tour on June 30 at 10am/Meet at Fundy Geological Museum at 9:45am)
SOLD OUT July 30 - July 31 (Tour on July 31 at 10am/Meet at Fundy Geological Museum at 9:45am)
SOLD OUT September 13 - September 14 (Tour on September 14 at 10am/Meet at Fundy Geological Museum at 9:45am)

What you can expect:

Explore Parrsboro by day, then settle into a cozy 2-bedroom cottage (two queen beds and a futon couch) for the night at The Sunshine Inn, less than 5 minutes by car from restaurants, shopping, and amenities. Start the next morning with a locally inspired gourmet breakfast before heading to nearby Wasson Bluff for a one-of-a-kind horseback tour where you will ride past the scenic Bay of Fundy cliffs. Friendly guides from the Spirit Reins Ranch will introduce you to your equine partner, and an expert from Fundy Geological Museum will accompany you to an active fossil dig where you will sieve for dinosaur bones. Then, enjoy refreshments on the breezy ocean floor and ride in the footsteps of Canada’s oldest dinosaurs!

Conditions:

Due to the nature of small businesses, book package at least one week in advance of the tour date. Children under 10 may not ride on trails. All trail rides are led by a guide. All guests will be given an introductory orientation to safe horse care and handling before every trail ride. Please note that tours are tailored to the guest’s riding level and ability. Safety and liability waivers must be signed by all guests (including guardians for minors) before tours begin. Please advise of any allergies upon booking. The horseback tour is 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, no formal shows, or competitions.

Intermediate: Has ridden a horse consistently for over a year, more than 4 lessons, competed in shows or events.

Advanced: Has ridden more than 3 years consistently, has obtained rider levels through Provincial Equestrian Federation or competed for more than 2 years in shows or events.

The Sunshine Inn:

Check-In: 3pm-9pm Check-Out: 10am
Address: 4487 Highway 2, Parrsboro, Nova Scotia B0M 1S0
Phone: 1 902 254 3135 | 1 877 70 MOTEL
Email: thesunshineinn@gmail.com
Website: thesunshineinn.ca

Horseback Tour:

All horseback tours will begin at 10am on the second day. Please meet at the Fundy Geological Museum at 9:45am; our guides will lead you to the trailhead.
Directions from The Sunshine Inn to Fundy Geological Museum
Tour duration: 3 hours
Dress for the weather, including hats, boots, sunscreen. 

Local attractions: 

Parrsboro Band Hall 
Two Islands Brewing 
Ship's Company Theatre 
Tyson's Fine Minerals 
Ottawa House By-the-Sea Museum 
Cliffs of Fundy Geopark 
Art Lab Studios & Fine Art Gallery 
Parrsboro Golf Club 
Age of Sail Museum 

Cancellation Policy:

Please allow for and give 48 hours’ notice for cancellation on all pre-booked packages. We reserve the right to cancel due to bad weather and provide a full or partial refund. Charges will apply for guests who do not adhere to the cancellation policy (20%).