The Horizon of Khufu, in Calgary for a limited time, whisks you away to Egypt through immersive virtual reality technology. It’s a chance to ‘visit’ the Great Pyramid of Giza, exploring the mysteries deep inside, before travelling the Nile to observe the funerary rites of King Khufu. Slip on the VR headset, meet your guides, and enjoy a free-roaming adventure through the grandeur of ancient Egypt for a family night (or date night!) to remember!

We visited the Horizon of Khufu on a random workday evening. It was exciting to be whisked away from a Calgary winter to a place I’ve always wanted to visit! We took a trip through the Great Pyramid of Giza’s inner corridors before being lifted to a bird’s eye view over the pyramids. Then we took a step back in time to observe the funerary traditions of King Khufu. Maybe someday I’ll see the pyramids in real life, but this made for a delightful escape on a winter’s evening. Due to popular demand, this experience has been extended until March 2, 2025. Get your tickets for your own mini-escape this winter!

Horizon of Khufu (Family Fun Calgary)

Things to know about visiting the Horizon of Khufu:

  • Once you don your headset, you can expect about 45 minutes of standing and walking
  • The experience is only available to those ages 8 and up.
  • You won’t want to carry anything into the experience, but there are free lockers available to stash your things (first-come, first-served).
  • The VR headset does fit comfortably over glasses and can be adjusted for comfort.
  • You will be free-roaming with other people but will have no problem if you take it slowly, as you’ll see their avatars. And the avatars for the people in your party will be named in your headset and you’ll experience the ‘tour’ together.
  • The experience may cause some vertigo, but you can always take your headset off. I’ve never met a roller coaster I didn’t like, but I still spent the whole time with my arms out, like I had forgotten how to walk!
  • Get your tickets before it disappears on March 2, 2025!

Horizon of Khufu (Family Fun Calgary)

Horizon of Khufu:

Date: December 2024 to March 2, 2025
Venue: Horizon of Khufu, 1st Floor, North Court, Chinook Centre
Address: 6455 Macleod Trail, Calgary, AB
Websitewww.horizonkheopsexperience.com