Top British Columbia Sailing Tours

Get a new perspective on Vancouver by getting out onto the water. This small-group boat tour takes you sailing around the city and its harbor aboard a 50-foot Jeanneau sailboat departing from North Vancouver. Relax with an included drink and snack as you take in the views of Coal Harbour, Stanley Park, Passage and Bowen Islands, Point Atkinson, Howe Sound, and more.

Spend a day immersed in Kelowna’s beautiful nature as you embark on a sailing cruise on Okanagan Lake. For this adventure, board your private vessel and enjoy a few hours of relaxation, letting the wind guide your boat across the lake. Sail past key landmarks including downtown Kelowna, City Park, Hot Sands Beach, and the Floating Bridge.

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.

Escape to the open waters of Vancouver on a sailing adventure that offers the best of the city’s scenic vistas. This 2.5-3 hour sailing experience takes you through the picturesque False Creek and English Bay, where you’ll be able to take in the views of the city skyline, mountains, and waterfront landmarks. This is more than just a sightseeing cruise — it’s an authentic West Coast sailing experience led by someone who’s truly at home on the water and teaches you the ropes. If you’re an adventurer at heart, this sailing journey blends discovery with relaxation, entertainment, and flavours. With a little luck, we may even sight the Dall's porpoise or a pod of Orcas! - Exclusive sailing experience with a maximum of six guests - Engage with a knowledgeable skipper sharing local history and tales - Opportunity to see marine wildlife

Your private sailing charter will offer you a unique and scenic perspective of Vancouver Harbour and its surrounding inlets. Contagious is an Oceanis 46.1 and has all the features of a large cruising Yacht with a rare balance between elegance, usable space and performance. Contagious is easy to sail and pleasantly comfortable.

Experience Vancouver sights by water on this Zodiac inflatable boat tour from Granville Island. Cross False Creek and admire Siwash Rock, a stone spire near Lion’s Gate Bridge. In Vancouver Harbour, learn about waterfront landmarks. Venture into Deep Cove and the glacial fjord of Indian Arm for views of granite cliffs only accessible by boat. See the beauty of the Granite Falls and Silver Falls up close before heading back.

Immerse yourself in the beauty of the Salish Sea. Listen to seabirds as you take in breathtaking mountain vistas and island shorelines. Sea Lions are often seen, and sightings of Humpback Whales and Orcas are common in Georgia Strait. Relax and enjoy the sights, or take the helm for a hands on 3.5 hour sailing experience. 36ft Sunrise is fully equipped with safety gear and Quintin is a Transport Canada Certified Captain.

Join us for a public sailing tour and experience Vancouver’s coastline aboard a beautifully maintained sailing yacht. Choose between Harbour & Wildlife Sail on Saturdays or Sunset Sail on Thursdays, each offering a relaxed cruise through scenic coastal waters with city skyline views, surrounding mountains, and possible wildlife sightings such as seals and seabirds. Led by an experienced local skipper, public group sailing tours offer a comfortable and memorable way to explore Vancouver from the water. Relax on deck, enjoy the scenery, and discover a different side of the city.

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.

Experience a new perspective on Vancouver's postcard-worthy waterfront on an evening dinner cruise. Float through the Inner Harbor while enjoying live music and a Pacific Coast-inspired buffet meal. Watch the sunset as you stroll the deck, taking in sights such as Canada Place, the North Shore Mountains, and the glittering West Vancouver skyline.