VANCOUVER
Vancouver’s best days out.
The 15 most popular cruises & boat tours right now, with what each trip actually includes, who runs it and what it costs to book.
Vancouver to Victoria day trip by coach and BC Ferry with wildlife chances, 2 hours at Butchart Gardens, and free time in the Inner Harbour.
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Fast Zodiac cruise around Vancouver Harbour for wildlife, seals, skyline photos, and a small-group guide plus a free photo package.
“Nice speedboat tour. However guide was not that good...a bit of a "body-shamer". Can't remember his name but definitely wouldn't recommend unless going with another guide.”
2.5-hour Vancouver sunset dinner cruise near Stanley Park: West Coast buffet, live music, and skyline views of Canada Place.
“Had a great time, beautiful views. Music was fine. Food was really good for a buffet. Only mild complaint were the small fruit flies in the first floor dining. I am sure this will be remedied.”
Ferry from Vancouver to Victoria, guided coach ride, Butchart Gardens ticket included, plus time to wander downtown Victoria.
“Justin did a great job. He didn’t just tell us about the sights, he educated us on the history and current state of life in Vancouver and Victoria. It was a long day but he kept our interest and kept things fresh throughout.”
Post-cruise Vancouver tour with Capilano Suspension Bridge and Vancouver Lookout, plus Stanley Park, Granville Island, and city drive-bys.
“This tour was wonderful! The Capilano Suspension Bridge is breathtaking. Our tour guide, Jordan, is great! He was very friendly, knowledgeable, funny, and kind. Like, I wish my daughter would meet someone like Jordan. Why can’t my daughter find someone like Jordan??? But I digress. I highly recommend this tour!”
Fast Zodiac cruising in Vancouver’s harbor with skyline views, expert commentary, and chances to spot bald eagles and seals, plus free photos.
“Dawson are tour guide was great. A wonderful experience of the great views of Vancouver and sea life from the zodiac.”
90-minute Vancouver speedboat from Granville Island to False Creek, with two seal colony stops and views of Stanley Park and Lions Gate.
“We had a great time! Joe was our captain and guide and very knowledgeable about the area and the history. Be prepared for a wet and bumpy ride but also a great adventure. Highly recommended!”
Ride along English Bay to Lighthouse Park to a seal colony, then back under the Lions Gate Bridge on a 1.5-hour boat tour from Granville Island.
Enjoy a Vancouver sunset cruise with a West Coast dinner buffet and live onboard music, plus skyline views from the water for $167.
Snorkel and kayak with harbor seals at Pam Rocks from Vancouver. Gear, snacks, and expert guides included for a small-group 5-hour outing.
“This was one of the most enjoyable holiday experiences we have ever had. We Ubered there from downtown Vancouver, and bused back (super easy). From our first glimpses of Horshoe Bay we were excited, it's gorgeous! The team taking the tour were super friendly and helpful, and the experience itself was one we will remember…”
Vancouver Brunch Cruise: 3–4 hour open-air brunch buffet over Burrard Inlet and Indian Arm, with skyline views and live guitar.
One-hour narrated Vancouver harbor cruise on Burrard Inlet with reserved seats. See Stanley Park, Lions Gate Bridge, skyline, and North Shore views.
“It was a very nice tour around the thriving Vancouver harbour and.port facilities. Fortunately the weather gods smiled upon the day making the trip very pleasant.”
Hour-long narrated Vancouver harbor cruise from 501 Denman Street with Stanley Park, Lions Gate Bridge views, and a fully licensed bar.
Enjoy a 90-minute Vancouver harbor cruise with a live English guide, top-deck photo views, and a bar on board.
“We had a great time out on the water. Our tour guide, Nick was so knowledgeable about the area and it was fun getting to learn more about him too. I'd recommend this excursion to anyone visiting the area.”
Vancouver City and Waterfall boat tour on a Zodiac speedboat, with waterfront sights, Indian Arm waterfalls, and wildlife like seals.
“The best part of the tour was that the guide knew where to take us to see lots of sea lions/ seals and there were a lot. We even saw some small dolphins.”
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