Overview
Explore our Unesco Biosphere Reserve, The Howe Sound Fjord. Here you will be able to ride side by side with the Tantalus Mountain range, Explore the Islands and Marine wildlife conservatories, and stop off to grab an included Beer, Wine, Coffee, or Ice Cream on Bowen Island's Snug Cove.
This is one of the best experiences you can have while in Vancouver. Grab your spot on this trip and get ready to have an experience you won't be able to stop telling your friends and family about.
- Recommended by 98% of travelers
- Badge of Excellence
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Mobile ticket
What's included
Gratuities for the guides
Meeting and pickup
Travelers meet at the meeting point.
Meeting point
Give yourself ample time to find parking. Finding parking can be burdensome on Granville island during busy days.
End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
Good to know
Please arrive 20 minutes prior to departure
What to expect
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Bowen Island
1 hour
Stop and Get off the boat at Bowen Islands Snug Cove. You will get a chance to visit the shops and restaurants within the cove and your tour includes a free beer, wine, specialty coffee, or ice cream. Snug Cove is a quaint town on the edge of Bowen Island, it will bring you back to a quieter easier time. With many places to visit this town won't disappoint.
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Lighthouse Park
10 min
We will stop at Lighthouse Park to take some photos before we enter the Unesco Reserve known as Howe Sound. This is a great stop to spot wildlife and take in some of Vancouver's History. Just around the corner, we will visit a Seal Colony.
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Horseshoe Bay
10 min
Pull up to Bowyer Island where we will stop to talk about the Glaciers, Mountains and watch Horseshoe Bay where the Island ferries come in and out.
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Sea to Sky Highway
1 hour 20 min
Althought we will not drive on the sea to sky highway, we will boat through the sea to sky corridor which inclues the Tantalus Mountain range, Tantalus Glacier, Howe Sound Unesco world heritage site, Bowen Island, Seal Colonies and much much more.
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Stanley Park
10 min
We will see Stanley park from the boat as we leave Vancouver
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Gambier Island
20 min
We will explore the coast line of this island, enjoying the Coastal Temperate Rain Forest as we look for Sea Lions, Bald Eagles, Porpoises and much more wildlife.
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Granville Island
20 min
We will start our journey here. Please Arrive 30 minutes prior to your tour start time.
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False Creek
20 min
We will start and finish our tour in these waters.
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Downtown
5 min
We will pass by Downtown while exiting the False Creek and into the English Bay
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Vancouver Downtown
5 min
We will pass by Downtown while exiting the False Creek and into the English Bay
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.
Times are local to the experience (America/Vancouver).
Additional Information
- Alcoholic beverages are only for ages 19 years old and above
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
FAQs about Unesco Biosphere and Bowen Island Tour. Stops on the Island
Can I cancel Unesco Biosphere and Bowen Island Tour. Stops on the Island for free?
Yes. For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.
How long does it take?
It takes about 4 hours.
Where does it start?
Give yourself ample time to find parking. Finding parking can be burdensome on Granville island during busy days.
What's not included?
- Gratuities for the guides
Which places does it visit?
It visits Bowen Island, Lighthouse Park, Horseshoe Bay, Sea to Sky Highway, Stanley Park, Gambier Island, Granville Island, False Creek.
Which languages is it offered in?
It is offered in English.
Operated by Vancouver Water Adventures
