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The 15 Best Harbour Boat Tours in Vancouver

17 tours  ·  from $57 a head

Coal Harbour, the freighters at anchor and the seal colony under the bridges, all inside a couple of hours. These 15 compare open zodiac against covered boat, sailing time and price.

Vancouver City and Harbour Waterfront Sightseeing Boat Tour - Meeting at 1666 Duranleau Street
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Vancouver City and Harbour Waterfront Sightseeing Boat Tour

Vancouver Evening Dinner Cruise - A West Coast buffet, with a few qualifications
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Vancouver Evening Dinner Cruise

2.Vancouver Evening Dinner Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 595 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $164

Cruise Vancouver Harbor at sunset with a West Coast buffet, live music, Stanley Park views, and practical tips on seating and access.

“The views from the harbor were beautiful. The food was excellent. Ooh! And the entertainment, Angie Faith, was THE BEST!”

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Vancouver City and Nature Waterfront Sightseeing Boat Tour - Leaving from 1666 Duranleau Street
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Vancouver City and Nature Waterfront Sightseeing Boat Tour

Vancouver City and Seal Colony Scenic Boat Tour - English Bay, Stanley Park, and Siwash Rock
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Vancouver City and Seal Colony Scenic Boat Tour

4.Vancouver City and Seal Colony Scenic Boat Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 463 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.) · from $74

See Vancouver from a small boat, spot seals near Lighthouse Park, and hear local stories on this lively 90-minute city and wildlife cruise.

“Such a great morning on the water! We saw seals the cityscape, the lighthouse with a bald eagle atop it. Our guide was great! He made the ride so much fun! Highly recommend”

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Vancouver: City and Seal Boat Tour - Granville Island to English Bay Beach
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Vancouver: City and Seal Boat Tour

5.City and Seal Boat Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 375 reviews · from $71

Ride Vancouver’s coast from Granville Island to Lighthouse Park, Lions Gate Bridge, and a lively seal colony on this fast, scenic boat tour.

“It was pretty cool ! The guide was really friendly and expierience. But I forgot my sunglasses in the wetsuit. Did you find it ? Lg Marianne”

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Snorkel, Kayak, and Seal Adventure: Vancouver Boat Tour - Watching the seals from the water
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Snorkel, Kayak, and Seal Adventure: Vancouver Boat Tour

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

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 264 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) · from $105

Swim, kayak, and watch harbor seals at Pam Rocks on a five-hour Vancouver boat tour with gear, guides, snacks, soup, and hot chocolate.

“View and experience were nothing short of marvellous, seen many seals and other wildlife, staff was friendly as well as helpful! Would recommend, 100% worth the experience!”

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Vancouver: Waterfront Sightseeing Tour - City and Harbour - Getting ready at Granville Island
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Vancouver: Waterfront Sightseeing Tour – City and Harbour

Vancouver Sightseeing Boat Cruise with Live Tour Guide - Granville Island and the first bridge views
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Vancouver Sightseeing Boat Cruise with Live Tour Guide

8.Vancouver Sightseeing Boat Cruise with Live Tour Guide

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 222 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.) · from $56Best value

Cruise Vancouver’s False Creek, English Bay, Stanley Park, and Lions Gate Bridge with live commentary, mountain views, snacks, and a relaxed pace.

“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.”

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Vancouver City and Waterfall Waterfront Sightseeing Boat Tour - English Bay, False Creek, and Stanley Park
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Vancouver City and Waterfall Waterfront Sightseeing Boat Tour

9.Vancouver City and Waterfall Waterfront Sightseeing Boat Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 199 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $134

Race from Vancouver’s harbor to Indian Arm for waterfalls, seals, mountain views, and a lively small-group Zodiac ride.

“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!”

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Vancouver: Indian Arm and Granite Falls Zodiac Boat Tour - Stanley Park and Siwash Rock from the water
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Vancouver: Indian Arm and Granite Falls Zodiac Boat Tour

10.Indian Arm and Granite Falls Zodiac Boat Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 150 reviews · 3 hours · from $116

Ride from Granville Island through Vancouver Harbor to Granite Falls, with fjord views, waterfalls, guide commentary, and a lively Zodiac trip.

“The Granite Falls water adventure was my favorite while we were in Vancouver. Captain Ray made the experience so much fun and enjoyable. Worth every penny!”

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Vancouver: Waterfront Sightseeing Tour - City and Nature - False Creek and the Granville Island departure
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Vancouver: Waterfront Sightseeing Tour – City and Nature

11.Waterfront Sightseeing Tour – City and Nature

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 97 reviews · 1h 30m · from $80

Race Vancouver’s waterfront by zodiac, spot seals and eagles, and enjoy skyline and mountain views on a lively 90-minute small-group tour.

“The whole experience was amazing. From checking in at the shop, getting kitted up and in the boat, to seeing Humpback Whales, Bald headed Eagles and Seals. and the exhilarating experience of bouncing along the waves. Tom was a brilliant guide, obviously knowledgeable about the area and the wildlife. Thanks for an awesome afternoon. 💜”

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Vancouver: Bowen Island Boat Cruise with Dinner - Bowen Island dinner and a short taste of island life
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Vancouver: Bowen Island Boat Cruise with Dinner

12.Bowen Island Boat Cruise with Dinner

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 44 reviews · 4 hours · from $167

Cruise from Vancouver to Bowen Island for dinner, skyline views, wildlife, local shops, and a sunset sail through Howe Sound.

“Our guide Ray was the very best!! Don’t be fooled by how young he looks. Amazing pilot and great character with lots of knowledge.”

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Vancouver: Snorkel, Kayak, and Seal Adventure Boat Tour - Meeting the harbor seals at Pam Rocks
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Vancouver: Snorkel, Kayak, and Seal Adventure Boat Tour

Vancouver: Snorkeling Seals Kayaking Scenic Boat Tour - Reaching the seals without a hard workout
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Vancouver: Snorkeling Seals Kayaking Scenic Boat Tour

14.Snorkeling Seals Kayaking Scenic Boat Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 38 reviews · from $66

Kayak, snorkel, and watch seals in Howe Sound on a small-group boat tour from Horseshoe Bay, with gear, hot drinks, and mountain views.

“Amazing tour filled with gorgeous scenery, up close sightings of seals and starfish, a great way to spend a day. Not too taxing but definitely something active, adventurous and a little more special than all the usual Vancouver tourist activitieRead more”

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UNESCO Biosphere and Bowen Island Boat Tour with Island Visit - Starting at Granville Island and entering False Creek
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UNESCO Biosphere and Bowen Island Boat Tour with Island Visit

15.UNESCO Biosphere and Bowen Island Boat Tour with Island Visit

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 35 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $141

Speed across Vancouver’s waters to Bowen Island, spot seals and eagles, and enjoy a drink or ice cream in Snug Cove.

“Great boat ride , beautiful scenery. Graydon was very knowledgeable about the area and allt of fun. We were locals just looking for a little adventure and this trip fit the bill. The itinerary of the trip was great , having the Bowen Island stop towards the end was nice. Broke up the boat ride with a little walking and a bathroom break before heading back.”

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