Top British Columbia Outdoor Activities - page 8

While there are many locations where you can catch a glimpse of the maritime life off the coast of Vancouver, it can be tricky to find the best spots when trekking around the region without a guide. On this small-group half-day whalewatching adventure, set out on a journey to the San Juan Islands for a chance to see a variety of wildlife in natural habitats.

See Vancouver and adjacent North Vancouver on your own terms on this private, 6-hour tour of the city. Your driver will pick you up in a luxury vehicle and take you out on the town, driving you to popular attractions such as Stanley Park, Gastown, Granville Island, and the Capilano Suspension Bridge Park, with the option to customize your tour and stops to suit your preferences.

The Sea to Sky area has some of the most spectacular hiking and walking in the world. Choose from the list of our most favourite hikes: Garibaldi Lake (Distance: 6-8hrs, Distance: 19km): Ascend a short steep climb that leads to sweeping alpine meadows with blooming wildflowers before reaching the impressively large Garibaldi Lake. Iceberg Lake (Time: 7-8hrs, Distance: 19km): This challenging yet non-technical trail loop that is best hiked from July to September. It features stunning views, alpine meadows, and serene lakes like Screaming Cat and Iceberg Lake. Crater Rim (Time: 4hrs, Distance: 8km): Start by crossing a suspension bridge over a fast-flowing, glacially fed river lined with the huge Douglas Firs and Western Hemlock that make up our coastal temperate rainforest. Cheakamus Lake (Time: 4hrs, Distance: 10km): Hike through the rainforest surrounded by giant Cedars, Douglas Firs and Western Hemlock trees before reaching the edge of the lake.

With choppy waters cascading down from high alpine glaciers above, Toby Creek offers the ideal conditions for a white-water rafting adventure. On this wet and wild tour, paddle and ride through the river’s swirling rapids and winding twists and turns with your guide—with all safety equipment included. Embrace outdoor adventure in Canada, and enjoy sweeping views over the beautiful Rockies scenery from the water.

Discover spots for photos on this small-group photography tour of Lynn Canyon. Cross a suspension bridge through the temperate rainforest while led by your professional photographer guide. Hike past streams, pools, and waterfalls as you receive hands-on photography instruction and learn how to best capture the surrounding nature. You’ll receive photos from your guide of your hike after the experience.

Your 8 hour tour is a picture-perfect way to experience Canada’s natural beauty and safely enjoy the outdoors. It includes pickup and drop off from your accommodation and a scenic drive on the Sea to Sky highway to Squamish and Whistler. With this tour, you'll hike amazing trails, learn a valuable skill, gain knowledge of the area and bring home photo memories! With 20+ years of hiking and photography experience, your guide will teach you to take photos while sightseeing. With small groups and plenty of one-on-one instruction, you’ll learn all about landscape photography and how to capture waterfalls and forests. You will also learn about the indigenous Squamish people.

Get the best of both worlds on this nine hour tour small-group. Start off with a kayaking adventure as you search for marine wildlife. Then transfer to a covered boat to head off on a whale watching expedition. Experience the coastal waters from two different perspectives as you immerse yourself in nature.

Explore the best of Kelowna on our Guided E-Bike City Highlights Tour, a 2.5-hour adventure that blends stunning scenery, rich history, and cultural landmarks. Ride effortlessly on premium e-bikes as you visit Gyro Beach, Mission Creek Greenway, and Father Pandosy’s Mission, before crossing the William R. Bennett Bridge for breathtaking lake views. Continue through downtown to see iconic stops like Kelowna Sails, Rotary Marsh Park, and the Knox Mountain Drive Lookout, where panoramic vistas of the city and Okanagan Lake await. Led by an expert guide, this tour offers the perfect mix of urban exploration and natural beauty. Glide through Kelowna’s vibrant streets and tranquil trails, stopping at heritage sites like the Laurel Packing House and the serene Kasugai Gardens. With engaging stories, incredible photo opportunities, and an eco-friendly ride, this tour is ideal for visitors looking to experience Kelowna in a unique and memorable way.

Add an extra thrill to your Victoria whale-watching adventure with this wildlife cruise aboard a fast-moving, inflatable Zodiac boat. Get closer to the water — and the whales — on a wet and wild ride through the Strait of Juan de Fuca. Hang on to your hat and keep a sharp eye out for native marine life such as humpback and gray whales, orcas, sea lions and harbor seals. An expert naturalist guide will help point out passing species and share insight into the amazing aquatic world of the northern Pacific.

Discover top city attractions on two wheels on this bike tour of Downtown Vancouver and Stanley Park. With a bike provided, and just a small group and guide for company, enjoy an active and personal way to explore. Discover many of Downtown's key areas and sights; then, continue to Stanley Park, where you can enjoy fine views over the snow-capped mountains beyond.

Discover the beautiful Pacific Northwest on this private 5-hour tour from Vancouver. Cross over the Lion’s Gate Bridge and relax during the scenic drives aboard an SUV with panoramic windows and a sunroof. At Capilano Suspension Bridge Park, explore the woods on the Treetops Adventure and test your courage on the glass floors of the Cliffwalk.

Skip the hassle of navigating Vancouver on your own with this short private city tour. Explore bustling streets, historic neighborhoods, and iconic landmarks with a personalized itinerary led by your guide. With hotel pickup included, enjoy a seamless, comfortable, and stress-free way to discover the city’s highlights.

Visit Victoria and its celebrated Buchart Gardens with a local guide by booking this day trip from Vancouver. You'll visit many of Victoria's most celebrated spots on a guided tour, and have free time to shop, grab lunch, and explore independently. For added convenience, all transportation—including ferry tickets and transfers from select Vancouver hotels—is included.

Enjoy swift travel and breathtaking views over British Columbia on this small-group Victoria to Vancouver seaplane flight. Hop aboard your seaplane in Victoria’s Inner Harbour and take to the skies. Enjoy panoramic views over local landmarks including Ogden Point, the Fairmont Empress Hotel, and the BC Parliament Buildings. Soar over the Gulf Islands’ sandy beaches and dense forests, and look out for the mighty Lion’s Gate Bridge and Brockton Peninsula.

Team up to save the city on this family-focused adventure. With fun clues and challenges for kids, and local history for the grown-ups, use the included game kit to solve the mystery. Whether you’re playing as a family (up to four players), or for an event like a birthday party, sign up in teams to work together as you explore downtown Vancouver.

Experience the charm of Victoria's historic neighborhood, James Bay, and Beacon Hill Park. Our guides will both educate and entertain as they explain the history of the city as it evolved from a small fur trading outpost to a thriving Gold Rush town to the present day capital of British Columbia. Bring your camera along for the fantastic photo opportunities. Let us know if there is anything you are particularly interested in, or if you would like different start times.

Venture out to the sparkling waters of the Toba Inlet on this brand new, full-day tour hosted by our sister nation, Klahoose First Nation. Cruise alongside cascading waterfalls and scenic mountains as you scan the landscape for grizzly bears, majestic humpbacks and orcas, and a variety of other wildlife. Join us in Campbell River before crossing the Salish Sea, one of the world’s best whale-watching spots. You’ll soon reach Toba Inlet, an area densely populated by grizzly bears. The first of its kind, the TOBA BEARS AND WILDERNESS is a collaborative partnership between the Homalco and Klahoose First Nations. Join your Klahoose guides as they take you to their home Territory. Hear stories and learn about the vibrancy of the living Klahoose culture. The toq qaymɩxʷ (Klahoose) peoples have lived here on the west coast of BC since time immemorial. We invite you to see the beauty of Toba Inlet through our eyes and share in our traditions, which have been handed down through generations.

There are so many environmental landmarks and sights near Vancouver that it can be tough to know where to visit for the best natural vistas. On this full-day hiking tour, explore a diverse range of habitats as you hike through the rainforests of Vancouver’s North Shore Mountains, visiting attractions such as Stanley Park and the Lions Gate Bridge before enjoying panoramic views from the Grouse Mountain Gondola Skyride.

Venture beyond the bustle of Vancouver—and soak up the peaceful, Pacific Northwest scenery just outside of city limits—on this small-group, half-day tour. Following afternoon pickup from your hotel, head across Vancouver Harbour and into nature. You’ll stop for coffee or tea at Horseshoe Bay, will relax on the beach at Whytecliff Park, will enjoy coastal views from Lighthouse Park, and more.

Get some fresh air (and zero screen time) and burn off some energy in downtown Vancouver. Team up in teams of superheroes to save the planet and stop the supervillain Muck Monster! This outdoor escape room mystery game is *real* fun - there is no app to download, no wifi or devices required. You'll be too busy exploring the city and admiring scenic Coal Harbour to look at your phone (but don't forget to take photos)! Groups are divided into teams (maximum 5 players). A fun family activity or activity or a group of kids (one adult must accompany each team). A real person, Agent X, will meet you at the start and end of your superhero quest with everything you need to play. We supply the game kits (clues, artifacts, map, tools), you save the planet on your very own private superhero quest! Each team receives a team certificate with their score and each player receives a souvenir sticker. Food courts and family friendly restaurants nearby.

On the 4-Day Circle West Tour, sit back and enjoy the magnificent views, as a luxury coach winds through the valleys of the Canadian Rockies. Travel from Vancouver to Jasper, Lake Louise, and Banff, stopping at scenic highlights and enjoying free time to explore. With everything fully organized, there is no need to worry about hotel bookings, navigation, or schedules.

Flexible private tour package. Airport, Hotel and Cruise Terminal Pick up and drop offs are available. Start times can be altered according to your convenience. Group sizes are flexible from 2-12people. Our drivers/ Guides are very professional and local with very good knowledge of the area.

Hike through Vancouver Island's towering rainforest on a private, guided hike from Victoria that explores a fascinating ecosystem. You'll see waterfalls, native plants, and some of the world's tallest and oldest trees, walking alongside a guide as you watch for Vancouver Island's native wildlife. With pickup and drop-off in downtown Victoria or the cruise port, this private hiking tour includes roughly two hours of hiking time, and can be tailored to your schedule.

Just half an hour from downtown Vancouver, you will find a private winter wonderland in the mountains! With this small group guided tour, you can leave the rainy winter behind and explore the snowy mountains on Vancouver’s North Shore. Even beginners will quickly get the hang of snowshoeing, walking easily through the snow to enjoy the quiet of the winter landscape.