Vancouver City and Nature Waterfront Sightseeing Boat Tour
See Vancouver's sights from a different perspective as you explore its waterways by boat. Join a small group and board your vessel for a cruise from False Creek, with stops including Stanley Park, Lions Gate Bridge, and English Bay. Your skipper also takes you close to the city's resident sea lion colony near Lighthouse Park.
About this experience
Duration: 1 hr 30 min (approx.)
Instant booking · Mobile ticket
Guests should arrive 30 minutes before boarding
Guests should arrive 30 minutes before the scheduled departure time
Highlights
- Board a high-speed Zodiac-style boat and explore Vancouver's scenic waterways.
- Ride through Vancouver Harbour and along the West Vancouver coastline aboard a rigid inflatable boat.
- Reach speeds of up to 30 mph while taking in panoramic views of the Vancouver skyline.
- Look out for bald eagles, harbor seals, and other wildlife in their natural surroundings.
- Enjoy a more intimate sightseeing experience on a small-group tour limited to 12 guests.
Full description
Experience Vancouver from a fresh perspective on a family-friendly city and wildlife adventure aboard a rigid inflatable boat (RIB). Cruise along the city's waterways, discover its scenic coastline, and look for native wildlife in the waters and shoreline habitats. A complimentary photo package is included to help capture your experience.
Begin your journey at False Creek and head toward some of Vancouver's most recognizable waterfront landmarks. Cruise past Granville Island, Stanley Park, Lions Gate Bridge, and English Bay while enjoying panoramic views of downtown Vancouver and the surrounding mountains.
Continue along the coast toward Lighthouse Park at Point Atkinson, where you may get close views of the local seal colony. Keep watch for marine wildlife throughout the cruise and look to the skies for bald eagles soaring above their natural habitat.
With Vancouver's skyline, mountains, coastline, and wildlife all around you, this boat tour offers a memorable way to experience the city from the water.
Included
- Complimentary photo package included
- Experienced tour guide throughout the experience
- All essential safety and tour equipment provided
Not included
- Hotel pickup and return transportation are not included
- Gratuities for the guide and crew are not included
- Whale watching is not part of this tour
What's allowed
- Warm and weather-appropriate clothing
- Flat, closed-toe shoes
- Personal camera or phone
- Small personal items suitable for the boat
Not allowed
- Not recommended for anyone with back or neck conditions, pregnancy, recent surgery, heart conditions, or other serious medical concerns
- Participants must meet the minimum height requirement of 4 feet (1.2 meters)
- Guests under 19 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian
Meeting point
1666 Duraleau St, Vancouver, BC V6H 3Z2, Canada
View on Google MapsImportant information
- Please arrive at the meeting point 30 minutes before boarding begins.
- Boarding begins 30 minutes before departure.
- Please bring warm clothing with you, as it can feel cooler on the water.
- Guests under 19 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian.
- This experience is not recommended for anyone with back or neck conditions, pregnancy, recent surgery, heart conditions, or other serious medical concerns.
- Participants must meet the minimum height requirement of 4 feet (1.2 meters).
Cancellation policy
With Ticket Assurance, you can cancel or reschedule your cruise up to 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Without Ticket Assurance, you can reschedule your cruise up to 48 hours before the scheduled departure time.
To cancel or reschedule your booking, visit Manage Booking or Contact Support.
