Top British Columbia Float Trips

Your guide will give you a recount of Vancouver history while updating you on many of the newest and most interesting ventures of the City. The Kayak and Coffee tour departs from our Granville Island location in our Sit-On-Top or Sea Kayaks . At this time of day, the water smooth. Paddle through some of Vancouver's most luxurious marinas and historic waterways. Stop on the beach and fuel up with a Coffee and Snack. This is our most popular paddle tour.

Take your sightseeing to the skies—and enjoy a new angle on the scenery that few others get to see—on an exhilarating zipline tour through the unspoiled Whistler wilderness. With your choice of two different tour options, select the ideal experience for your tastes. Breathe in crisp mountain air as you zip above white-water rivers and alpine forests, with guides on hand to offer safety briefings and support throughout.

Immerse yourself in the natural landscape of British Columbia on a rafting tour down the Illecillewaet River. No previous experience is necessary, as your guide navigates the route and provides safety instruction and equipment to ensure your comfort throughout the day. In addition to rare views of the Selkirk Mountain Range, the tour includes a snack break and post-tour meal discount, making it a popular choice for families.

Immerse yourself in the splendor of British Columbia's wild scenery, and make visiting one of Vancouver's top sights stress-free, when you prebook admission tickets to Capilano Suspension Bridge Park. Choose from a range of start times, and have the freedom to explore independently: Hike through the temperate rainforest, admire views from the Capilano Suspension Bridge, take in the thrilling Cliffwalk, and more.

This half-day whale-watching adventure from downtown Vancouver gives you the chance to see whales and other marine life, all with minimal logistical hassle. Hop aboard your luxurious catamaran, complete with heated indoor space and outdoor decks, and set sail. You'll learn all about the local history and geology from your naturalist guides, and can soak up views of the Pacific Northwest scenery while looking out for whales, seals, eagles, and other wildlife.

Feel like you’ve stepped back in time to vintage Victoria with a private tour through the city’s most splendid neighborhoods aboard a horse-drawn carriage. Beginning at the illustrious Empress Hotel, admire sailing ships in the Inner Harbor and trot through the leafy gardens and lawns of Beacon Hill Park. Pass stately Victorian mansions and other local landmarks like the Trans-Canada Highway Mile 0 marker, and take in fantastic views of the Olympic Mountains and the Strait of Juan de Fuca during the stylish ride.

Brave the fun but relatively calm waters of the Kicking Horse River on this rafting expedition, catered specifically for families with younger children. Join your guide on the leisurely Class 1 and Class 2 rapids found along a stretch of this premier rafting river. Your excursion also includes all rafting equipment plus an optional hotel pickup and drop-off from Canmore, Banff, or Lake Louise. Note: this is a family-friendly excursion for children aged 8 - 11 years.

Paddle two dozen Class III and IV rapids on the Nahatlatch River during this half-day excursion. With a guide for every 4- to 8-passenger boat, this river rafting is suitable for both thrill-seekers and novices. Enjoy some of British Columbia’s best white-water action while surrounded by forests and mountains. Full-body wetsuit, booties, helmet and lifejacket are provided for safety and comfort.

Kayak in Howe Sound and snorkel with Vancouver's resident harbor seals during this half-day eco-adventure. Board a boat from Horseshoe Bay with your adventure guide, headed toward the Pam Rocks seal colony. Slip into the provided snorkel gear and wetsuit, then dive in for an up-close experience with seals, following their lead. Kayak around the bay and the rocks, experiencing the marine environment while in a low-profile boat. A sightseeing-only option is available for those passengers who wish to stay dry on the boat. All kayaking and snorkeling equipment, refreshments and light snacks are included.

Cycle and hike your way through British Columbia’s rugged landscape on a 6.5-hour tour from Vancouver with lunch. Watch for signs of wildlife as you walk through Lynn Canyon, cross a scenic suspension bridge and explore a stunning temperate rainforest. Get sweeping views from the saddle while riding the Trans Canada Trail through Pitt Meadows, where the snow capped mountains around Frasier Valley are a dramatic backdrop for winding rivers and marshland. Enjoy all-inclusive access to equipment, lunch and transportation.

REO Rafting Resort offers a Fraser River rafting adventure for all ages with gentle rapids and great scenery. Features include several bouncy wave trains, spinning whirlpools and a hot canyon climate (30-35 C in the summer). You can cool off with a "cold shower" when your guide takes you underneath the pouring waterfall. Paddling is optional, if you want you can just sit back and enjoy the views of the Fraser Canyon's steep walls and surrounding forest. Wildlife you may see are eagles, osprey, black bear, marmots and river otters. As an added bonus you can enjoy floating in the warm Fraser River - just jump in and hold on to a rope tethered to the raft as it carries you down stream!

Vibrant Vancouver is becoming well-known for its striking street art and thriving craft beer scene, but knowing where to find the best of it takes local knowledge. On this tour, explore the creative side of Vancouver with your guide and get the inside line on the city’s art scene. Sample local craft beers at trendy breweries like BREWHALL and Main Street Brewery, and explore colorful Mount Pleasant.

Discover one dramatic landscape after another with the help of a guide on this full-day coach tour between Vancouver and Whistler: the Sea-to-Sky highway, the Sea-to-Sky Gondola, Squamish, and Whistler Village. From the gondola, admire Howe Sound, the Squamish River, and the coastal mountain range. Enjoy plenty of free time to wander about Squamish and partake in Whistler Village activities on your own. Round-trip transport from select locations included.