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.
“Great overview of the city highlighting the parks and neighborhoods. Very scenic, beautiful. Don't miss!”
2.5-hour Vancouver sunset dinner cruise near Stanley Park: West Coast buffet, live music, and skyline views of Canada Place.
“While the buffet dinner was average, the service and live music were great, and the sunset was magic. Overall, a very enjoyable evening.”
Ferry from Vancouver to Victoria, guided coach ride, Butchart Gardens ticket included, plus time to wander downtown Victoria.
“The most beautiful gardens I have seen in a while. The great thing is that they have a route very accessible to wheelchair and older people or individuals that use devices to walk.”
Post-cruise Vancouver tour with Capilano Suspension Bridge and Vancouver Lookout, plus Stanley Park, Granville Island, and city drive-bys.
“Great way to use the time after a cruise especially when you can't get accommodation early. Tour guide Sara was very good and especially loved Capilano suspension bridge. It was amazing and so beautiful.”
Fast Zodiac cruising in Vancouver’s harbor with skyline views, expert commentary, and chances to spot bald eagles and seals, plus free photos.
“It was outstanding! We saw wales, harbor seals and bald eagles. Weather was horrible but still had a great time.”
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 such a great time on the City and Seal Tour! Greg was our captain and ensured our comfort and enjoyment from the beginning. It was great to see some Vancouver landmarks from the water, learn about the city and its past and also witness some incredible wildlife sightings thanks to Greg's keen eye!…”
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 the most incredible experience! The guides were so nice and very knowledgeable. Also Kevin was a great sea captain. The seals were adorable and very playful! One jumped up in my husband’s kayak and another nosed and softly bit at my kayak paddle playing with it. The snorkeling was also super fun and…”
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 wonderful, easy to book and very pleasant, very polite crew and wonderful views all around ! Very enjoyable.”
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 really enjoyed this boat trip. The excursion is longer than those offered by other companies, which made it even better. We were sitting at the front of the boat, and it was a lot of fun. The staff were very friendly and welcoming. Overall, a great experience!”
Vancouver City and Waterfall boat tour on a Zodiac speedboat, with waterfront sights, Indian Arm waterfalls, and wildlife like seals.
“Great views of the city and the beauty of forest Jake our guide/captain was personable and informed. Strong boat skills. Great to be out on the water”
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