Birdly VR Flight Experience at TELUS Spark Science Centre | Soar, Dive & Glide
Solo VR experiences

Birdly VR

The sky is no longer the limit!

WHAT

Solo VR experiences

WHEN

Sunday-Friday: 10am-4pm

Saturday: 9am-6pm

WHERE

Located upstairs in the Open Studio

COST

Birdly VR is included with General Admission or a Spark Membership

Time to take flight and earn some virtual wings with Birdly VR!

Birdly is TELUS Spark Science Centre's unique, solo VR experience, designed to take guests on a trip to the sky. Birdly has not only visual sensations, but also aural and haptic sensations that give each flyer an all-encompassing experience of flight.

Glide through the ocean, skydive in a wingsuit, or soar through breathtaking landscapes – and there's even more wings where those came from.

Game Schedule

September 22 - September 28 Insects

September 29 - October 5 Reef Dive

October 6 - October 12 Wing Suit

October 13 - October 19 Insects

October 20 - October 26 Reef Dive

October 27 - November 2 Wing Suit

November 3 - November 9 Insects

November 10 - November 16 Reef Dive

November 17 - November 23 Wing Suit

November 24 - November 30 Insects

December 1 - December 7 Reef Dive

December 8 - December 14 Wing Suit

December 15 - December 21 Insects

December 22 - December 28 Reef Dive

December 29 - January 4 Wing Suit

Flight Experiences

Wingsuit Racer

Feel a rush of pure adrenaline pumping through your veins as you speed down the mountain. Wingsuit Racer lets you experience the breakneck speeds and death-defying proximity of a wingsuit flight. Dive from the highest summit and push your limits as you race towards the valley floor. Test your skills against the clock or other players - do you dare to be the fastest?

Reef Dive

Welcome to the secret cities of the seas. In Reef Dive, discover the unique biodiversity of a coral reef. Become friends with the endless variety of beings populating this fascinating world. Swim with a school of dolphins or be awed by the magnificent sight of a giant manta ray. And for the first time on Birdly you can do this together with your friends, as this is a multiplayer experience.

Insects

Take to the wings of a butterfly and explore a living ecosystem with highly detailed plants, insects, birds, reptiles, snails, and mammals native to central Europe. From feeding insects to the sometimes-devastating impact of humans on the world of the small Birdly Insects takes you through the world from another perspective. Use insect senses to discover aspects of our world usually hidden from human eyes. UV-Vision enables you to see hidden patterns on the plants and animals while Smell-O-Vision allows you to discover hidden insects by their pheromone trails.

FAQ

    • Is there a cost to Birdly?

      Birdly is free, included in general admission!

    • How long is the ride?

      Your flight experience, from start to finish, is about 5 minutes: a 2-minute briefing followed by a 3-minute fly around the prehistoric skies!

    • How do I book a flight time? Do I need to make a reservation?

      Visit Birdly in the Open Studio Gallery, then scan the QR code at the Birdly Departure Lounge to join the line! You’ll receive an estimated wait time and get a text message when your turn is close.

    • Can children ride?

      It’s all about the wingspan! If your wingspan is 52 inches / 132 centimetres wide, you can ride Birdly (that's fingertip to fingertip) . Baby birds and anyone wanting to remain firmly on the ground can watch the flight cam, which shows exactly what the rider is seeing.

    • Will I get motion sick?

      Rarely do Birdly fliers get dizzy or motion sick, which occurs your inner ear is confused because what you see doesn’t match what you feel. On Birdly, your physical motions match what you see on the VR headset, so there’s no cause for inner ear complaints.

      On the other hand, Birdly flights are so realistic that you may feel vertigo, shock and even fear! However once your brain realizes that you are perfectly safe (and on the ground), it quickly turns to exhilaration and awe.

      You can always signal to the operator that you’d like to stop the ride and exit at any time.

    • What will I see/ feel?

      The magic of flight! Spark’s inaugural Birdly experience is set in the Jurassic, so you’ll fly through the age of dinosaurs. As you move your arms/ wings to control the flight, the VR headset displays a breathtaking panorama of life from the skies.

    • How long will Birdly be at Spark?

      Birdly is a permanent addition to the Spark Science Centre, and will be giving thrilling flights for years to come.

    • Is Birdly accessible?

      Birdly is not suitable for the visually impaired. Those with mobility issues may require assistance from a caregiver to get on and off Birdly.

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