Vancouver City and Seal Colony Scenic Boat Tour
Description
Travel along the coastline of English Bay on this 90-minute city and seal tour in Vancouver. Visit Lighthouse Park, over to the Seal Colony and into False Creek. See Stanley Park, English Bay Beach, the Lions Gate Bridge, the beautiful homes of West Vancouver, plus offshore freighters, the Seal Colony, Lighthouse Park, Siwash Rock, Jericho Sailing Centre, Kitsilano Beach, Granville Island, the Science World Geodesic Dome, Yale Town, and much more!
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Itinerary
We will start our journey here. Please Arrive 30 minutes prior to your tour start time. Granville Island is a lively cultural hub known for its public market, artisan shops, theaters, and waterfront views.
In False Creek, see and hear about Granville Island, Yaletown, the Bridges of Vancouver, the Science World Geodesic Dome, and our Sports Stadiums before returning to the dock.
Travel under the Burrard Bridge on your way in and out of False Creek.
Take a look at a vibrant and interesting area with bright lights, skyscrapers, and beautiful scenery.
Take a look at a vibrant and interesting area with bright lights, skyscrapers, and beautiful scenery.
Pass by Vancouver's Yaletown while traveling through False Creek.
While heading across the harbor towards UBC, the guide will lead the way past the Spanish Banks, the Jericho Sailing Center, Point Grey, and Kitsilano Beach on the return trip back into False Creek.
This is a Vancouver boat tour you won’t forget, where you will travel along the epic coastline of English Bay, out to Lighthouse park, over to the Seal Colony and back into False Creek.
We will see Stanley park from the boat as we leave Vancouver
Head to Siwash Rock and check out some of the ocean freighters before visiting Lighthouse Park.
After departing from Granville Island, travel out into Vancouver Harbour. The tour guide will tell stories, share facts, and give a short history of Vancouver.
Discover an amazing view of Lion's Gate Bridge.
Around the corner from the park, check out the local seal colony where roughly 400 seals live.
Visit the local seal colonies!
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Important Information
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Wheelchair accessible
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Minimum height of 4ft/1.2m
- Minimum 4 guests required to run a tour. Minimum can be met by multiple parties.
- Not recommended for pregnant guests
Reviews(501)
The tour was great! The boat was a lot of fun, the guides were knowledgeable and funny. We got to see the seals too which was a win!
Fun ride, in a quick boat! Our tour guide was great (Cesar or Cisa?). Highly recommend it. On our trip the water was very calm and we did not get wet at all. They do provide water suits when needed.
Marco was the best guide! You can tell he really has a love for his job and the city. The boat ride was really fun, got a little wet. We saw seals both in the harbor and out in the bay. This ride was my son’s only request on our trip, and it really delivered.
Excellent tour really will recommend it to people who come. The boat goes very fast which was fun and I think 1.5 hours is the perfect amount of time .
Unfortunately we didn’t get to do the seal tour because of how rough the water was but Megan took us on a harbour tour instead. Talking about the city’s history. We luckily managed to see one seal early on so ticked that off. With not being able to do a seal tour Megan did take us out on the waves and we all had a good laugh speeding around getting soaked. The dry suits provided definitely helped
Though one signs a waiver there is nothing that indicates you're essentially riding what feels like a roller coaster through the waves of English Bay. Most people enjoy the speed and flying out of one's seat sensation. I don't. And one should be careful with a bad back. Far be it from me to get in anyone's way but I wanted to at least tell what the "sightseeing" tour is . Boat captain was very good. Offered an in-depth summary of the places we stopped. Never saw the seal island because the water was too choppy. Plenty of salt water which is why protective gear is supplied.
A fast and bumpy but brilliant ride! Wear the waterproof suit as you do get quite wet. The seals were cute.
Super fun tour! Informative and exciting! James was a great tour guide! Highly recommend this to visitors.
Paul was an amazing guide! Really loved the experience!!! The boat was comfortable and the tour was well planned
Got to see all the popular spots, seals and porpoises. Indulged in some history of Vancouver. All in all a great tour. Thank you Chris!
