Vancouver City and Seal Colony 90-Minute Scenic Boat Tour
by Vancouver Water Adventures
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✓Confirmation before Wed, 9 Sept - card's only charged if it's a yes. If it's a no, still time to book on Viator.
Book on Viator Confirmed right away, but you pay full price.C$198Overview
This 90-minute boat tour follows the coastline of English Bay in Vancouver, starting at Granville Island. Guests arrive 30 minutes before departure at this cultural area known for its public market, shops, theaters, and waterfront. The tour proceeds out into Vancouver Harbour with narration about the city's history and landmarks. The boat passes Stanley Park and travels along English Bay Beach before heading to Lighthouse Park. Near Lighthouse Park, the tour visits a seal colony home to about 400 seals. Along the way, participants view Siwash Rock, ocean freighters, and the Lions Gate Bridge from the water. The route returns through False Creek, passing Yaletown, the Burrard Bridge, the Jericho Sailing Centre, Spanish Banks, Kitsilano Beach, Point Grey, and the Science World Geodesic Dome. The guide provides information about these locations throughout the trip. Lifejackets and warming suits are provided for comfort and safety. Gratuities and hotel transfers are not included.
Highlights
What's included
What's not included
Itinerary
Granville Island
The tour begins here. Guests should arrive 30 minutes before the scheduled departure. Granville Island features a public market, artisan shops, theaters, and waterfront views.
10 min
False Creek
In False Creek, the guide will point out Granville Island, Yaletown, Vancouver’s bridges, the Science World dome, and the Sports Stadiums before returning to the dock.
Burrard Bridge
The boat travels beneath the Burrard Bridge while entering and leaving False Creek.
Vancouver Downtown
Passengers will observe a lively area filled with bright lights, skyscrapers, and notable scenery.
5 min
Downtown
Another view of the vibrant area with illuminated buildings, tall skyscrapers, and attractive surroundings.
5 min
Yaletown
The boat passes by Vancouver’s Yaletown district while moving through False Creek.
Kitsilano Beach
While crossing the harbor toward UBC, the guide points out Spanish Banks, Jericho Sailing Center, Point Grey, and Kitsilano Beach before returning to False Creek.
English Bay Beach
The tour follows the English Bay coastline, continues to Lighthouse Park, visits the Seal Colony, then returns to False Creek.
30 min
Stanley Park
Stanley Park is visible from the boat as it departs Vancouver.
Siwash Rock
The boat heads to Siwash Rock and observes ocean freighters before going to Lighthouse Park.
Vancouver Harbour Stories
After leaving Granville Island, the boat travels into Vancouver Harbour where the guide shares stories, facts, and a brief history of the city.
Lions Gate Bridge
The tour offers a view of the Lion's Gate Bridge.
5 min
Lighthouse Park
Near the park, the boat passes the local seal colony, home to about 400 seals.
5 min
Seal Colony Visit
The tour includes a visit to the local seal colonies.
10 min
Meeting point
Check-in is 30 minutes before departure. Please allow yourself extra time to find parking if you are driving. Granville Island is very busy and parking is limited.
End point
Check-in is 30 minutes before departure. Please allow yourself extra time to find parking if you are driving. Granville Island is very busy and parking is limited.
Languages
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.
Additional info
Vancouver City and Seal Colony 90-Minute Scenic Boat Tour
by Vancouver Water Adventures
Choose from 1 available option
How do you want to book?
✓Confirmation before Wed, 9 Sept - card's only charged if it's a yes. If it's a no, still time to book on Viator.
Book on Viator Confirmed right away, but you pay full price.C$198Overview
This 90-minute boat tour follows the coastline of English Bay in Vancouver, starting at Granville Island. Guests arrive 30 minutes before departure at this cultural area known for its public market, shops, theaters, and waterfront. The tour proceeds out into Vancouver Harbour with narration about the city's history and landmarks. The boat passes Stanley Park and travels along English Bay Beach before heading to Lighthouse Park. Near Lighthouse Park, the tour visits a seal colony home to about 400 seals. Along the way, participants view Siwash Rock, ocean freighters, and the Lions Gate Bridge from the water. The route returns through False Creek, passing Yaletown, the Burrard Bridge, the Jericho Sailing Centre, Spanish Banks, Kitsilano Beach, Point Grey, and the Science World Geodesic Dome. The guide provides information about these locations throughout the trip. Lifejackets and warming suits are provided for comfort and safety. Gratuities and hotel transfers are not included.
Highlights
What's included
What's not included
Itinerary
Granville Island
The tour begins here. Guests should arrive 30 minutes before the scheduled departure. Granville Island features a public market, artisan shops, theaters, and waterfront views.
10 min
False Creek
In False Creek, the guide will point out Granville Island, Yaletown, Vancouver’s bridges, the Science World dome, and the Sports Stadiums before returning to the dock.
Burrard Bridge
The boat travels beneath the Burrard Bridge while entering and leaving False Creek.
Vancouver Downtown
Passengers will observe a lively area filled with bright lights, skyscrapers, and notable scenery.
5 min
Downtown
Another view of the vibrant area with illuminated buildings, tall skyscrapers, and attractive surroundings.
5 min
Yaletown
The boat passes by Vancouver’s Yaletown district while moving through False Creek.
Kitsilano Beach
While crossing the harbor toward UBC, the guide points out Spanish Banks, Jericho Sailing Center, Point Grey, and Kitsilano Beach before returning to False Creek.
English Bay Beach
The tour follows the English Bay coastline, continues to Lighthouse Park, visits the Seal Colony, then returns to False Creek.
30 min
Stanley Park
Stanley Park is visible from the boat as it departs Vancouver.
Siwash Rock
The boat heads to Siwash Rock and observes ocean freighters before going to Lighthouse Park.
Vancouver Harbour Stories
After leaving Granville Island, the boat travels into Vancouver Harbour where the guide shares stories, facts, and a brief history of the city.
Lions Gate Bridge
The tour offers a view of the Lion's Gate Bridge.
5 min
Lighthouse Park
Near the park, the boat passes the local seal colony, home to about 400 seals.
5 min
Seal Colony Visit
The tour includes a visit to the local seal colonies.
10 min
Meeting point
Check-in is 30 minutes before departure. Please allow yourself extra time to find parking if you are driving. Granville Island is very busy and parking is limited.
End point
Check-in is 30 minutes before departure. Please allow yourself extra time to find parking if you are driving. Granville Island is very busy and parking is limited.
Languages
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.