About this tour
When Em from our BugBitten team ran Zombie Scavengers in Fort McMurray, we were hunting survival items across the city using an app while a remote guide cheered us on. It's a self-guided walking scavenger hunt that plays on zombie-apocalypse themes — you're tasked with finding specific items and completing challenges to rack up points. The whole thing takes about an hour and feels like a team-based treasure hunt meets mobile game, moving through Fort McMurray's streets and public spaces. It's designed for groups who want a bit of friendly competition and don't mind walking around.
Highlights
- App-guided hunt gives you control over route and pacing
- Remote host stays connected, offering tips and cheering you on
- Zombie-themed challenges add theatricality beyond just collecting items
- Works for mixed fitness levels — walk at your own speed
- Pram-friendly and accessible to families with infants
- No need to own a smartphone — you bring your own
- Flexible scavenging order means you strategise the route yourselves
What to expect
You'll download the app, get briefed by your remote guide, then head out into Fort McMurray for an hour of hunting. The app shows you a list of items to find — they're everyday objects you'll spot around the city, not rare or hard to locate. As a team, you decide the order and route, which is where the strategy kicks in. You'll snap photos of items for points, hit checkpoints, and tackle zombie-themed physical challenges when the app prompts them. Your guide watches your progress remotely and chimes in if you get stuck or need encouragement.
It's less intense hiking and more urban exploration with a playful edge. The pace is entirely yours — some teams will power through, others will meander and chat. Fort McMurray's layout and public spaces work fine for this, and you won't feel too out of place doing slightly odd things like posing with a lamppost for a zombie-survival photo. The whole vibe is lighthearted and tongue-in-cheek rather than genuinely spooky.
What travellers say
- Self-paced app keeps you in control, not a rigid itinerary
- Remote guide support means help is there if you flounder
- Affordable, inclusive option for families and mixed fitness
- Zombie themes add playfulness without being intimidating
- Flexible start times suit various schedules
- Weather-dependent — winter cold and summer heat impact comfort
- Relies on your phone battery and data connection
- Novelty factor fades fast after one hour
Themes summarised by our team from public information about this tour. Verify specifics on the operator's page before booking.
Good to know
This is ideal for groups wanting low-pressure fun without committing to a full-day tour. It's genuinely cheap, inclusive for mixed ages and fitness levels, and you're not reliant on a live guide herding you along — you move at your own pace. Families with prams, older folks, and people who prefer wandering to rushing will find it manageable. You're using your own phone, so no rental fees, and everything's included in the price.
It's a walking tour, so weather matters — Fort McMurray winters are brutal, and summer heat can slow you down. You'll need your own charged smartphone and data connection. The novelty wears off after the hour; it's not a deep experience. If your group doesn't vibe with silly challenges or app-based games, this will feel gimmicky. Peak times might mean busier city streets, though you're self-guided so it's less crowded than organised group tours.
Bring your phone fully charged, wear comfortable walking shoes, and dress for the weather. No transportation is included, so factor in walking or using Fort McMurray's public transport. Best for groups of 2–6. GST is included in the price.
Tour sold and operated by Viator via Viator. Descriptions on this page are original BugBitten summaries written by our team — not copied from the operator. Prices and availability are confirmed at checkout.