Top Vancouver Outdoor Activities

Play in wild and beautiful British Columbia on a small-group trip to the alpine village of Whistler. Enjoy pickup from Vancouver or Richmond and head off on an epic 11-hour tour through mountainous terrain and past rushing waterfalls on your way to the world-famous ski destination. You’ll have plenty of time in Whistler to eat, explore the village and take optional tours of sites like Squamish, Shannon Falls, and the Squamish Lil'wat Cultural Center.

Discover the natural wonders of Vancouver and Victoria an exhilarating whale-watching excursion! Delight in lovely aerial views on the 35-minute crossing of the Strait of Georgia by seaplane — the most eco-friendly transport to Victoria. From the island capital, set off on an exciting 3-hour cruise through Haro Strait, native home to orcas (killer whales), sea lions and seals, followed by a return flight to the mainland.

Discover the exceptional beauty and natural wonders of Canada on a 4-day tour from Vancouver. Travel to the Whitehorse, where jagged peaks and alpine wilderness set the scene for snowshoeing, hiking, ice fishing, snowmobiling and more. Advance your adventure with an optional dog-sledding experience. You’ll explore the rugged Yukon territory, view the brilliant Northern Lights (aurora borealis) display and head out wildlife spotting among the area's many lakes and forests. Your tour includes round-trip airfare, a tour of Whitehorse and daily meals featuring regional ingredients.

Experience some of Vancouver's highlights on this family-friendly day tour, including stops at Grouse Mountain and the Capilano Suspension Bridge. With a small group of just 14 travelers, watch the lumberjack and endangered bird shows at Grouse Mountain. Visit the Treetop Adventure and the Cliffwalk at the Capilano Suspension Bridge. Round-trip hotel transportation included.

Channel your inner detective to solve this murder mystery. You will scour the streets of Gastown, visiting some popular landmarks, like the Gastown steam clock, the statue of Gassy Jack, and Gaoler’s Mews to find the clues you need. Find the clues, solve the puzzle, and help bring the killer to justice.

Wacky Walks is a unique walking game. It is similar to a board game in which the power, or control shifts from one player to another, and instead of a board, you’ll be navigating the city streets with your smartphone to play. The objective of the game is to have fun, learn some facts about the city, be a little wacky, and enjoy the company of whoever you are playing with. Wacky Walks will start out by designating who will be the first King or Queen (kind of like a Team Captain), but don’t worry, that could soon change. You’ll then go out on checkpoints throughout the city. At each checkpoint, the players will need to answer a question about the checkpoint and the players, or “pawns” as we call them will perform a task for the King or Queen. Wacky Walks is done completely on foot and usually takes about two hours to complete. But don’t worry, you won’t be alone. You’ll have a remote/virtual guide that will be available in case you get stuck.

There’s always occasional down time when you’re discovering a new city. This Crazy Dash digital walking tour is the perfect adventure for your whole group to do in just a couple of hours, without leaving Vancouver. All you need is an app on your smartphone. Because there’s no official start time, it’s easy to squeeze it in between your must-do activities. Your remote guide helps you out as you perform fun tasks and challenges at 10 checkpoints around the city.

There are few places in the world where you can ski and have a view of the ocean at the same time. Cypress Mountain, just outside Vancouver, is one of them. This package covers everything you need to get out on the mountain to shred. Whether you just need lift tickets and a ride to the hill or if you need all the gear, there is an option for you.

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.

This Rocky Mountains 4-day summer tour makes it easy to plan an adventure for group members with different traveling styles. Along with sightseeing, going up the Lake Louise Gondola, and wine tasting at Monte Creek Ranch Winery, you can also opt (or opt out of) taking hikes, going on a river safari cruise, and taking an ice field tour. Plus, you can book the type of room perfect for your small group, depending on everyone's preferences.

Explore Victoria’s historic neighborhoods and highlights on a 5-hour, small-group trip through the city that includes Capilano Suspension Bridge Park. You’ll discover the fascinating stories behind Chinatown, Gastown, Stanley Park, and Granville Island, drive across the Lion’s Gate Bridge, visit the Capilano Fish Hatchery, then walk the 459 foot (140 meter) suspension bridge. This 5-hour tour includes pickup and drop-off at your hotel or port, entrance fees, and personal headsets, and it’s limited to 14 people for more personal service.

Go on a drive along British Columbia’s Sea to Sky Highway, one of the most picturesque roads on the planet, with this exotic car experience from Vancouver. As you take the wheel of a Ferrari, Lamborghini, or other high-end vehicle, cruise along the road from Eagle Harbour in West Vancouver. Head north on the highway, making stops to take photos and swap to another exotic car — you'll drive four different models during this experience.

Enjoy the excitement of salmon fishing on this private, full-day adventure for up to four people from Vancouver. Navigate the Fraser River, the longest river in British Columbia, en route to the Pacific Ocean for six or eight hours of Pacific salmon and Dungeness crab fishing with a professional guide. Learn proven techniques for catching salmon, enjoy the scenic view and look for a wide variety of marine wildlife, fish and sea mammals along the way.

Explore three of Vancouver’s most beautiful parks on this full-day guided tour: Capilano Canyon, Whytecliff Park and Lighthouse Park. In Capilano Canyon, admire the Lions mountains, reservoir and the Cleveland Dam. From Whytecliff Park, snap photos of the Bowen Island in Howe Sound. After a short hike to a beach lookout point, a scenic drive along the rugged coastline takes you to Lions Park, offering prime views of the Lions Gate Bridge, Vancouver, and Vancouver Island. Round-trip hotel transport included.

With this full-day snow lift ticket, experience Grouse Mountain that is Vancouver’s winter playground. Take the Skyride to the top of the mountain and choose from 33 ski and snowboard runs, 14 night runs, four chairlifts, two terrain parks plus the Cut Jump Line, and six miles (10km) of snowshoe trails. Your ticket gives you access to the Skyride, chairlifts and mountaintop Chalet from 9am to 10pm.

Explore Bowen Island off the coast of Vancouver while learning how to make your photography even better. Bring your DSLR or smartphone camera and enjoy personalized instruction on getting the most out of your camera and taking the best pictures. You will have to opportunity to use your new knowledge on the ferry to the island, in the charming town, and on the roughly two-hour hike around Killarney Lake.

The expression ‘free as a bird’ will take on new heights and meaning with an experience on the Skyride Surf at Grouse Mountain. Enjoy a flight from the mountain’s base to the Peak Chalet, and from your spot on the open-air platform, soak up 360-degree views. Feel the wind as you soar above the treetop line during your 5,282-foot-high (1,610-meter) ascent.

Bowen Island offers scenic coastal terrain and views of Howe Sound within day-trip distance of Vancouver, BC. Explore the island’s trails, overlooks, and forest with a hiking guide on a full-day tour of Bowen Island that includes hotel pickup and drop-off in Vancouver or Richmond, ferry tickets, snacks, and water.

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.

Take a hike just outside of Vancouver from the scenic village of Deep Cove into the mountains. Your reward is spectacular scenery just begging to be photographed. Your guide will teach techniques for landscape photography on your DSLR/mirrorless or smartphone camera, and give you plenty of opportunities to test out your new knowledge.

Vancouver is under threat from an evil organization known only as Blackout, and you might be the city’s last chance! On this adventurous spy game, follow clues and crack puzzles in downtown Vancouver locations including Granville Street, the Marine Building, and Robson Square. With your secret agent kit provided, see if you have what it takes to stop Blackout from destroying Vancouver.

Cruise through Vancouver on an electric bike on this self guided tour. Start off the day with a quick tutorial on using the e-bike and navigating using the GPS enabled map that will be your guide. The tour is mainly on protected bike paths, so you can enjoy the ride. Pedal through the charming neighborhoods near the University of British Columbia take a trek though the Endowment Forest, then along Kitsilano Beach.

Situated to the north of Vancouver—just a 15-minute drive from the downtown area—Grouse Mountain is the city’s go-to destination for outdoor adventure close to home. With this ski or snowboard rental package, escape the busy city and hit the slopes and snow-parks of Grouse Mountain. With 33 pistes, 14 night-runs, and two terrain parks covered by four chairlifts, there’s terrain suitable for all levels of skier or snowboarder.

Have children who love to leap without regard to gravity? Take them to Kids Adventure Course in Maple Ridge, an outdoor park of aerial obstacle games and ziplines designed for kids ages 5 to 12. Kids embark on their adventure on their own, while you cheer them on, as they attempt to make it all the way to the finale, the Tarzan Swing. Two rounds of the games are included, with an optional upgrade to include the What’s To Fear Jump, a loose-line plunge from 40 feet high.