VANCOUVER
Vancouver’s best days out.
The 15 most popular wildlife & sightseeing boat tours right now, with what each trip actually includes, who runs it and what it costs to book.
Fast Zodiac cruise around Vancouver Harbour for wildlife, seals, skyline photos, and a small-group guide plus a free photo package.
Most Popular“Great overview of the city highlighting the parks and neighborhoods. Very scenic, beautiful. Don't miss!”
Ride a Zodiac from Granville Island through Indian Arm to Granite and Silver Falls, with close-up sights, warm suits, and small-group stops.
“A great way to see alot in a relatively short amount of time. Amazing scenery on the tour and our guide Dylan was great. The three hours flew by, even in the rain”
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 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.
Snorkel and kayak with harbor seals at Pam Rocks from Vancouver. Gear, snacks, and expert guides included for a small-group 5-hour outing.
“Amazing experience! We went out on the boat on a sunny day. Stopped at two different seal colonies. The guides were very respectful and showed us how to behave in the water. Not too close to the seals with a good distance and they might come to us by curiosity. Some were curious and played…”
A 90-minute Vancouver zodiac tour for about $80, speeding past Stanley Park and English Bay with wildlife spotting and a free photo package.
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.
“Great views & incredible way to get a feel of Vancouver in a sort period of time! We saw Stanley Park, English Bay, West Vancouver, North Vancouver, Deep Cove, Indian Arm, a cool waterfall, seals, an eagle, and lastly a seaplane flyover the boat!”
Vancouver whale watching from Granville Island on an open-air 360° boat, guided by a marine naturalist with conservation-focused spotter support.
“Amazing trip! Whales came right up to us and played around the boat for at least 20 minutes. It was a once in a lifetime experience for sure!”
Zodiac from Granville Island to Indian Arm and Granite Falls, past Stanley Park and the Lion’s Gate, with suits and a guide.
90 minutes on a fast RIB through Vancouver Harbor and West Vancouver, with wildlife spotting and a free photo package.
Small zodiac whale watching from Vancouver. Open-air ride, expert guide, mustang suit, and a whale guarantee. See orcas and more.
A 4-hour sunset boat cruise from Granville Island to Bowen Island with dinner, skyline views, and chances to spot marine wildlife.
Snorkel and kayak with seals in Howe Sound near Pam Rocks from Vancouver’s Horseshoe Bay, with wetsuits, hot soup, and snacks.
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