Top British Columbia Night Tours

Join an evening excursion and follow cryptic radio transmissions and the lingering traces of two long-ago hikers to find the scenic trailhead where the real journey begins. This pathway leads toward a place filled with beauty, and proof that the legends of Whistler are true. Moment Factory, a global leader in video, lighting, sounds and special effects, will bring Whistler’s forests to life this summer with a brand-new show. This 1.5 km (summer) / 1km (winter) trail through an old growth forest will take visitors of all ages on an hour-long multimedia night walk in pursuit of hidden wonders. The entire experience takes place outside within a trail network which is partially levelled but not asphalted. The course initially heads up the hillside through a moderate gradient and a few sets of stairs before heading back down - the back half of the course is flatter. Including up and down, there are roughly 275 staircase steps.

Explore the waters off Granville Island by night on this 2-hour illuminated kayak tour in Vancouver. Head into the protected inlet of False Creek with your guide when the crowds have disappeared. Enjoy breathtaking views over the city’s famous skyline as the sun sinks below the horizon, and watch as the sky explodes in color. After sunset, paddle into English Bay as your LED lights illuminate the water — a truly unique experience! Enjoy personal attention from your guide on this small-group tour.

Enjoy a well-curated night out in Vancouver with this bar crawl in Gastown. Skip the lines at each bar and save time-cover is also included for a more seamless experience. Choose whether you want to partake in a challenge-themed game to break the ice and make new friends throughout the evening. Boozy prizes are included.

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.

Soar above Vancouver on this small-group seaplane experience, and leave the crowds behind as you glide over the city’s top landmarks and natural wonders. Take in bird’s-eye views of the vibrant downtown skyline, the lush Stanley Park, and the beautiful harbor, all set against the backdrop of nearby mountain peaks. This sightseeing experience provides a unique and unforgettable perspective of the city’s beauty, making it perfect for those seeking a more exclusive adventure.

Explore this stunning city at night during a private evening tour of Vancouver. Journey through the streets of this picturesque destination that lies between the mountains and the sea. Visit the site of the 2010 Winter Olympics and get a taste of what this popular destination has to offer after dark. This three-hour tour is designed for travelers who might otherwise miss out on seeing this incredible city.

As night descends and shadows deepen, embark on a spine-chilling trolley ride through the darker corners of Vancouver’s past. What might first seem like ordinary streets and homes reveal haunting secrets—if you listen closely, you’ll hear the chilling echoes of murders and other tragic events that shaped the city’s history. Guided by a local storyteller, you’ll uncover the grisly tales of infamous cases like the Castelanni Milkshake Murder and the ghostly presence of the Lady in Red at the Fairmont Hotel Vancouver. Traverse eerie locations such as Stanley Park, where you’ll learn about the unsolved mystery of the Babes in the Woods, and wind your way through the opulent yet sinister mansions of Shaughnessy. The tour culminates with a stop at Mountain View Cemetery, where restless spirits are said to roam. Step into the trails of Vancouver’s past with this frightening and appealing Vancouver Haunted Trolley Tour.

As the sun dips down behind the mountains to the west and dusk begins to settle in, we will be gearing up and preparing push off from the shores of Gordon Bay. We will give our guests a brief presentation about the history of the area as well as what wildlife to watch out for on our tour. With a carefully curated playlist of music to accompany our journey and bright LED lights illuminating the waters below, we will paddle out to the Gordon Bay Islands and explore their coastline. The Gordon Bay Islands are about 400m away from our launch point After we conquer the Gordon Bay Islands we will paddle along the south shoreline to the west. This is your opportunity to see a rugged, un-touched part of Cowichan Lake only accessible from the water. Massive moss-covered cliffs emerge from the water offering as we continue to navigate down the south shore of the lake. This is also the turn around point and travellers will then make their way back to the starting point of the tour.

Get in the holiday spirit on a Christmas-themed karaoke and trolley tour of Vancouver. See some of the city’s light displays as you sing along to holiday classics. Travel on a festive trolley as you stop at two of Vancouver’s top holiday attractions: Bright Nights at Stanley Park and Van Dusen Botanical Garden’s Festival of Lights, where you spend more time enjoying the displays.

Explore Victoria's history and culinary scene on this two-in-one, small-group walking tour of the British Columbian capital. Follow a guide to highlights such as the Parliament Buildings, the Inner Harbor, Fan Tan Alley, the Harmonious Gates of Interest, and the Victoria Public Market. Along the way, stop for food tastings of local products.

See more of Vancouver in one seamless outing without juggling transport or planning routes across the city. This tour connects downtown highlights with natural escapes, pairing iconic neighborhoods and waterfront views with a visit to Capilano Suspension Bridge’s Canyon Lights. Enjoy a well-paced experience that lets you cover both urban sights and scenic landscapes with ease.

Make the most of your time in beautiful Vancouver on a half-day tour of the city’s highlights. Your driver escorts your group to popular attractions such as Stanley Park, Granville Island, Chinatown, and Gastown. See totem poles, wander through food stalls and craft galleries, and get great city views from lookouts like Prospect Point. As you ride, listen to fascinating stories about the city, from the First Nations people to contemporary culture.

Discover the sights and sounds around Vancouver, British Columbia, on this scenic boat tour. Led by a guide, travel along the coastline of English Bay, west of the downtown peninsula, to popular Lighthouse Park, the Seal Colony and centrally located False Creek, which separates downtown Vancouver from the rest of the city. Along the way, see a plethora of attractions, like Stanley Park, English Bay Beach, the Lions Gate Bridge, plus offshore freighters.

Spot native marine wildlife in British Columbia’s waters—and enjoy a more personalized travel experience—on a small-group whale-watching tour from Victoria. Grab an all-weather flotation suit, hop aboard your open-top Zodiac boat in Victoria Harbour, and set off. Your vessel is built for stability, and remains buoyant even in rough seas. As you go, watch for humpback whales, minke whales, and orcas, and soak up the dramatic scenery.

Experience Vancouver in comfort on a private, fully personalized evening sightseeing ride. Your English-speaking Welcome Driver will pick you up from your accommodation and guide you through the city’s top landmarks and hidden gems while sharing local insights. Begin at Canada Place & Waterfront to watch the sunset over the Pacific Ocean, then explore Gastown with its Steam Clock and charming illuminated streets. Continue to Vancouver Lookout for soft-lit architecture and panoramic city views, and finish at English Bay, enjoying breathtaking 360° nighttime vistas. Flexible and door-to-door, this ride seamlessly transitions from golden hour to sparkling city lights, offering an intimate and visually stunning Vancouver experience beyond the ordinary.

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.

Experience British Colombia’s striking landscapes from a new perspective on this small-group evening kayaking adventure paddling through the striking vistas of the Johnstone Strait. Spot bald eagles, seals, jumping herring, starfish, and intertidal wildlife as you explore the islets, coves, shorelines, and bull kelp groves near Telegraph Cove, all framed by the picturesque beauty of the British Colombian mainland mountains.