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.
“Very beautiful and well worth the cold. We were even surprised with an extraordinary amount of bald eagles in addition to the excellent job Captian Danny did.”
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.
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…”
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 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”
Vancouver whale watching from Granville Island on an open-air 360° boat, guided by a marine naturalist with conservation-focused spotter support.
“Fresh air, high-speed boat. Ship’s captain knew when to slow down or stop when whales were near. We all hushed, then gasped at the sight of a fin.”
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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