Vancouver

15 Best Vancouver Harbour Boat Tours

Vancouver’s setting only fully clicks from the water, so I’ve gathered the harbour cruises here. You’ll idle beneath the Lions Gate Bridge and past Stanley Park while floatplanes land around you. Sunset dinner sailings are the first to sell out in summer.

1.Downtown Vancouver Sightseeing Cruise in a Zodiac Vessel

Yearn for an unforgettable adventure as you set sail on a Downtown Vancouver Sightseeing Cruise in a Zodiac Vessel, where breathtaking views and encounters with wildlife await.

Most Popular★ 5.0

“Nice speedboat tour. However guide was not that good...a bit of a "body-shamer". Can't remember his name but definitely wouldn't recommend unless going with another guide.”

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2.Granite Falls Zodiac Tour by Vancouver Water Adventures

Join us on the thrilling Granite Falls Zodiac Tour by Vancouver Water Adventures for an unforgettable journey that will leave you in awe.

★ 5.0

“Super relaxing zodiac boat trip to Indian arm and granite falls, the scenery was amazing along the way. Our captain, Ray, is super knowledgeable about the area and history, also a great wildlife spotter! Highly recommend this trip when in the area!”

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3.Vancouver Dinner Cruise

Uncover the hidden surprises and captivating experiences that await on the Vancouver Dinner Cruise, leaving you eager to embark on this unforgettable journey.

★ 4.5

“Outstanding when we arrived we discovered they had placed my brother and sister in law at another table several tables away from us near band. Staff was able to move us to a 4 top table away from band so we could enjoy the cruise…”

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4.Vancouver: Victoria, Gulf Islands Cruise, & Butchart Gardens

Delve into a journey through Vancouver, Victoria, Gulf Islands, and Butchart Gardens, where each destination holds a captivating story waiting to unfold.

★ 4.6

“Our guide Andrea was wonderful. She gave a tremendous amount of insight into Vancouver, great tips on how to navigate Butchart gardens. My wife had hip surgery 5 weeks before and was using a walker, Andrea was fantastic in the way she helped us. I…”

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5.Post-Cruise: Vancouver Tour With Lookout & Capilano Bridge

Breathtaking views, charming streets, and an exhilarating bridge walk await on the Post-Cruise Vancouver Tour with Lookout & Capilano Bridge.

★ 5.0

“This tour was wonderful! The Capilano Suspension Bridge is breathtaking. Our tour guide, Jordan, is great! He was very friendly, knowledgeable, funny, and kind. Like, I wish my daughter would meet someone like Jordan. Why can’t my daughter find someone like Jordan??? But I digress.…”

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6.Vancouver City and Seals Scenic Boat Tour by Vancouver Water Adventures

Discover the beauty of Vancouver's cityscape and encounter playful seals on a scenic boat tour—be prepared for an unforgettable adventure.

★ 5.0

“The tour guy was very knowledgeable and skilled in his job. He was very helpful and the preparations before we got on the boat and we truly enjoyed the adventure. Love the lighthouse.”

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8.Snorkel, Kayak, and Seal Adventure: Vancouver Boat Tour

Immerse yourself in the wonders of Howe Sound with the Snorkel, Kayak, and Seal Adventure: Vancouver Boat Tour - but be prepared for the unexpected.

★ 5.0

“A must-do experience while visiting Vancouver!!! We had a magical time. We got to see and snorkel with the cutest seals. Kayaking was beautiful. We saw a deer, bald eagles and many more seals! Even got to jump off the top of the boat at…”

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10.Downtown Vancouver All Day Cruise Luggage Storage

A convenient and secure solution for travelers in downtown Vancouver, offering all-day luggage storage at the Canada Place Cruise Ship Terminal.

★ 4.5

“It was so nice to store our luggage off after leaving our cruise ship. We had a lot of luggage and couldn't check into our hotel until 6pm!”

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11.Shore Excursion: Post-Cruise Vancouver City Sightseeing Tour With Port Pick up

Join John on a captivating journey through Vancouver's hidden gems and insider knowledge on the Shore Excursion: Post-Cruise Vancouver City Sightseeing Tour With Port Pick up.

★ 4.5

“A nice overview of a beautiful city. Our driver, Gavin, was very accommodating and knowledgeable. We had time on Granville Island for lunch. It was a great way to see the city after our cruise as our luggage traveled with us.”

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12.Seaplane Flight to Victoria and Whale-Watching Cruise

Climb aboard a seaplane and embark on a captivating journey to Victoria, where a thrilling whale-watching cruise awaits.

★ 4.5

“The people we met on the boat. Confusion about where to catch the boat, sometimes using Harbor name and then Orca. Poor signage. Better planning for boat return to dock and seaplane times. We had to run to be in time to check-in for return…”

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13.Shore Excursion: Pre-Cruise Vancouver City Sightseeing Tour With Port Drop off

Step into the vibrant city of Vancouver and uncover its hidden gems as you embark on this exciting pre-cruise sightseeing tour.

★ 4.5

“I highly recommend this tour. Our guide Tim was friendly, helpful, funny, very personable and knowledgeable about the city. Definitely enjoyed the tour, especially the story pole stop in Stanley park and the market stop on Gainesville island. I would even take this tour agin…”

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15.Post-Cruise Shore Excursion: Capilano Suspension Bridge & Grouse Mountain

Prepare to be transported to epic viewpoints along the North Shore, as this post-cruise shore excursion promises a thrilling adventure through a storybook forest.

★ 5.0

“Great little post cruise excursion. Kevin was entertaining and really took care of us. Capilano bridge park was beautiful and well maintained. Grouse mountain has potential and could provide more but wasn’t bad. Airport dropoff worked out great after excursion.”

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5.0Private Port Transfer Canada Place Cruise Ship Terminal to Vancouver Airport YVR30 to 45 minutes (approx.)$182.25 4.9Vancouver: Snorkel, Kayak, and Seal Adventure Boat Tour5 hours$116 5.0Bowen Island Boat Tour With Drinks4 hours (approx.)$141.86 4.8Vancouver: Mosquito Creek and English Bay Sailboat Cruise2.5 hours$117 4.0Departure Private Transfer From Vancouver to Vancouver YVR or Cruise Port by SUV10 to 40 minutes (approx.)$103.21 5.0Arrival Private Transfer Vancouver YVR or Cruise Port to Vancouver by Minibus10 to 35 minutes (approx.)$172.02 5.0Vancouver Cruise Transfers/ Pre & Post Cruise City Sightseeing Tour Private4 to 5 hours (approx.)$283.60 4.5Private Port Transfer Vancouver Airport YVR to Canada Place Cruise Ship Terminal30 to 45 minutes (approx.)$196.55 4.5Vancouver to Victoria – Vancouver Cruise Terminal Pickup – Coach Bus Transfer$91.75 5.0Howe Sound Boat Cruise and Kayak Tour – Vancouver2 hours (approx.)$89.76 4.5Departure Private Transfer Vancouver to Vancouver YVR or Cruise Port by Minibus10 to 40 minutes (approx.)$150.52 5.02 Hour Chartered Boat Tour From Deep Cove North Vancouver2 hours (approx.)$355.43 4.0Arrival Private Transfer From Vancouver YVR or Cruise Port to Vancouver by SUV10 to 35 minutes (approx.)$124.71 4.9Vancouver: Morning Kayak & Seal Cruise2 hours$87 5.0Pre Cruise Vancouver City Tour5 to 6 hours (approx.)$306.28 3.0Private Transfer From Canada Place Cruise Terminal to Any Hotel30 to 45 minutes (approx.)$74.61 5.0Private Transport From Downtown Vancouver to Canada Place Cruise Terminal30 minutes (approx.)$141.84 4.3Vancouver: Sunset Boat Cruise With Complementary Bubbly2 hours$80 5.07hrs Private Sightseeing Tour-Vancouver City From Yvr/Cruise Port7 hours (approx.)$1,230.89 4.5Sunset Boat Cruise in Vancouver2 hours (approx.)$82.19 4.55hrs Private Sightseeing Tour-Vancouver City From Yvr/Cruise Port5 hours (approx.)$954.58 4.5Private Transfer, Vancouver, BC to Vancouver Cruise Ship Terminal, VIP SUV15 to 40 minutes (approx.)$300.00 5.0Private Port Transfer Canada Place Cruise Ship Terminal to Seattle / SEA Airport3 hours 30 minutes to 4 hours (approx.)$1,211.48 5.0Vancouver Shore Excursion Pre Cruise City Tour & Airport Drop off$258.44