Tours in British Columbia

The Pacific salmon begin their journey to the inlands of the Pacific Coastal Rainforest hundreds of miles out to sea, braving predators, powerful currents and tiered ladders to arrive at the glades of this pristine area of the British Columbia coast. Luckily, with the Rainforest Adventure Tour, your travels won't be so arduous. An experienced guide will lead you from the wilds of your hotel to the natural cathedrals, pillared by 500-year-old trees and translucent canopies hundreds of feet above you. Marvel at the dizzying heights of the Capilano Canyon on your way to partake in a gourmet snack and drink below the dancing green of the trees.

Tour Code: HIKRSP
Ages: 0-5 (Free)
Duration: 4 hours
Days: Daily
Dates: May 01 - September 30
Departure: Departing from individual
hotels in downtown Vancouver.
Hotel pick ups start at 8:30am.
Please note:Passengers are required to call
24 hours before to reconfirm
departure times and pickup
location.

Discover Victoria's rich history and scenic beauty on a narrated tour of this charming Provincial Capital. Highlights include famous downtown sites, gardens and historically significant landmarks. For breathtaking views of downtown Victoria and the surrounding country side, the tour drives down the scenic Marine Drive to the Mt. Tolmie Lookout. Between May 17 and September 14th the city tour runs as a hop on hop off and the ticket is valid for 3 consecutive days. To complete your Victoria experience, extend your city tour with a visit to the renowned Butchart Gardens. Regardless of the season, all your senses will be stimulated by the wide variety of flowers, plants and trees that make up the many themed gardens.

Tour Code: CVSDVCB
Ages: 0-4 (Free)
Duration: 5 hours
Days: Daily, at 10:00am, 3:00pm and 8:00pm
Thursday through Monday only
Dates: February 3 - November 30
Departure: Downtown, Fairmont Empress Hotel
Hotel pick ups with complimentary
shuttle bus available at select
hotels
Please note:Passengers are required to call
24 hours before to reconfirm
departure times and pickup
location.

Departing from any of scheduled and noted stops Explore Vancouver's urban sophistication, cultural jewels and outdoor adventures your own way and at your own pace on a city tour. Vancouver Big Bus sightseeing tours allows you to get on and off at any one of 20 choice locales. And because your ticket is valid for two days, you can take your time visiting the city's best loved wonders, including Stanley Park, the Vancouver Aquarium, English Bay Beach, Granville Island, Chinatown, the BC Museum of Anthropology, and the Robson Street shopping district, No schedules, no rushing, just Vancouver the way you want to see it, Recorded commentary in English, German, French, Spanish, Japanese and Mandarin.

Please Note:
10/15/11-04/15/12 and 10/18/12-04/15/13, this tour may be replaced by a 4 hour city tour available in English, German, French, Spanish

Tour Code: BlGBUS
Ages: 0-5 (Free)
Days: Daily
Dates: May 01 - April 30, 2013
(except Dec 25)
May 01 - October 23, 2014
Departure: Departing from individual
hotels - downtown Vancouver.
Hotel pick ups start at 8:30am.
Please note:Passengers are required to call
24 hours before to reconfirm
departure times and pickup
location.

Experience the ultimate off road adventure as a 4X4 vehicle takes you to new heights in comfort and style. Sit back and enjoy the ride as you journey 1800 meters up Blackcomb Mountain the famous Salmon bake. Sing along with the live entertainment while Aromas of cedar planked maple glazed wild BC salmon fill the air.

Tour Code: JM5BA
Age: Minimum age is 4 years old, or child
must be able to sit without child
car seat
Duration: 4 hours
Days: Daily
Dates: May 15 - September 30
Departure: Departing from individual hotels in
Whistler
Please note:Passengers are required to call 24
hours before to reconfirm departure
times. Departure times may vary
slightly with season.

After a short 2-km transfer from Whistler Village to the main base at Green Lake, you will take off and fly directly over Garibaldi Provincial Park for the Fabulous Glacier Tour. Passengers will experience an inspiring view of this natural preserve of volcanic peaks with its snowcaps and glaciers, alpine lake and meadows. The flight concludes with views of the ski runs, Whistler and Blackcomb Mountains and of Whistler Village.

Tour Code: SPLGLAC
Ages: 0-1 (Free)
Minimum: 2 participants
Duration: 30 minutes
Days: Daily
Dates: May 15 - September 30
Flights depart on demand
with 3 aircraft accommodating
27 passengers at a time.
Departure: Departing from Green Lake
which is 2 km north of Whistler
Village at 8069 Nicklaus North
Blvd.
Please note:Passengers are required to call 24
hours before to reconfirm departure
times. Pick up and drop off for
guests directly from Whistler
Village.
Minimum is 2 participants.

This Canopy Walk is perfect for those who would like to experience the stunning treetop vistas of the river valley, but aren't quite adventurous enough to take the Ziptrek. Embark on fully guided ecology based tour that takes guests through the treetops on a series of suspension bridges and observation platforms. While on course guests are able to see first hand the varieties of forest composition between the ancient, old growth forests and the second generation forests also in the area. This is the ideal site for interactive learning and outdoor adventure exploration, come discover secrets of the ancient rainforest from your bird's eye view in the treetops of magnificent cedars.

Tour Code: ZIPTRE
Duration: 2.5 hours
Days: Daily
Dates: May 01 - April 30
Departure: Departing from Blackcomb Mountain
Please note:Passengers are required to call 24
hours before to reconfirm departure
times. Departure times may vary
slightly with season. Passengers are
required to sign a waiver of
liability prior to departure.

Take a thrilling flight across Vancouver and see an array of attractions from the air, such as downtown Vancouver, Stanley Park, the harbor and the north shore mountains. Photographers will especially enjoy a bird's eye view of Horseshoe Bay, English Bay and Deep Cove. The sensation of landing on water is always a memorable highlight.

Tour Code: SPLVVP1
Age: 0-1 free
Duration: 30 minutes
Days: Daily January 1 - December 31
(except December 25)
Please note:One piece of Photo ID is required.
Please arrive 25 minutes prior to
flight time.
Passengers are required to call
24 hours before to reconfirm
departure times and pickup
location. A minimum of 2
passengers required in order to
operate this tour.
Departure: Departing from the Seaplane Terminal
1 at 1075 West Waterfront Road in
Coal Harbour

Experience the exhilarating scenery and picturesque charms of historic Victoria. Boasting mountain views from the downtown Inner Harbour, this compact, pedestrian-friendly city features eclectic shopping, superb cuisine and wonderful attractions such as the Royal BC Museum. An insightful commentary provided by your knowledgeable driver reveals the history and highlights of this seaside city. Also included is admission to the breathtaking natural wonder of Butchart Gardens, featuring exotic floral displays from all over the world. Plan your own itinerary and independently explore the sights and sounds of the Inner Harbour waterfront, perhaps arranging to take a water taxi around the harbour to appreciate the cityscape from a unique perspective. Departing from Vancouver, your coach excursion includes a 95 minute ferry trip through the scenic passages of the Gulf Islands to Victoria on the southern tip of Vancouver Island.

Tour Code: Round Trip YVRYJSR
1 Way YVRYJSS
Ages: 0-4 (Free)
Duration: 1 way 7 hours
Round trip 13 hours
Days: Daily
Dates: May 01 - September 30
Departure: Departing from individual
hotels in downtown
Vancouver.
Complimentary hotel pickup is
30 - 60 minutes prior to the
tour start time.
Please note:Passengers are required to call
24 hours before to reconfirm
departure times and pickup
location.

Depart Vancouver Harbour by seaplane for an exciting flight over the islands to beautiful Victoria. Take a double-decker coach tour to famous Butchart Gardens. While you're in Victoria, take time for shopping and visiting museums. Return to Vancouver on a scheduled afternoon flight.

Tour Code: SPLVYJ
Ages: 0-1 is free
Duration: 7 hours
Days: Daily
Dates: May 3 - October 7
Departure: Departing from the Seaplane Terminal
1 at 1075 West Waterfront Road in
Coal Harbour
Luggage: Weight limit for luggage on the
seaplane
is 25 pounds. One piece of Photo ID
is required. Please arrive 25 minutes
prior to flight time.
Please note:Passengers are required to call
24 hours before to reconfirm
departure times and pickup
location.

Take a circular flight over downtown Victoria and the Strait of Juan de Fuca with the Olympic Mountains in the distance. Enjoy unique views of the buildings ringing the harbor and the grand houses perched on the rugged coastline. The experience of landing on water is always an unforgettable highlight. Photo ID is required.

Please note:
-Photo ID is required
-A minimum of 2 passengers is required
for this tour

Tour Code: SPLYJP
Duration: 30 minutes
Days: Daily (except December 24 & 25 and January 1)
Departure: West Coast Air Terminal is located at the foot of Broughton Street at 1000 Wharf Street (just North West of the Fairmont Empress Hotel)
Please note:Passengers are required to call 24 hours before to reconfirm departure times and pickup location. Please arrive 25 minutes prior to flight time. A minimum of 2 passengers required in order to operate this tour.

This coastal excursion is an exhilarating round trip of 50-80 kilometers in search of Orcas, Minke whales, grey whales, porpoises, harbor seals and other marine wildlife. You will ride aboard a 14-metre ocean cruiser or a custom-built Zodiac boat that offers high speed with extraordinary stability giving you an xhilarating,safe and intimate whale watching experience. Comments by a certified Marine biologist and naturalist are provided.

Tour Code: WHAGPA
Ages: Ocean Cruiser: 0-3 (Free)
Zodiac: Minimum age 5
Duration: 3 hours
Days: Daily
Dates: April 1 - October 31
Departure: Departing from Victoria’s
Inner Harbor

Please note:
Passengers are required to call 24 Hours before to reconfirm departure times. Zodiacs are not recommended for most seniors, pregnant women, people with back or neck problems, anyone suffering from incontinence or osteoporosis. Please bring extra sweater or sweatshirt, camera and binoculars.

Discover the mountain ecology that combines adventure and excitement with education. Ride on a series of cables and suspension bridges, and explore the hidden beauty of Fitzsimmons Creek and the picturesque forest valley between Whistler and Blackcomb Mountains. Tours run regularly throughout the day, and in almost all weather conditions.

Tour Code: ZIPADV
Age: Minimum age 6
Weight: Minimum weight 66 pounds,
Maximum weight 300 pounds.
Duration: 2.5 hours
Days: Daily
Dates: May 1 - April 30
Departures run about every 20
minutes from 9:00am until dusk
during Summer season, about every
60 minutes during Winter season.
Location: Guest Service Desk, located in the
Carleton Lodge across from the
Whistler Village Gondola.
Please note:Passengers are required to call 24
hours before to reconfirm departure
times. Departure times may vary
slightly with season. Passengers are
required to sign a waiver of
liability prior to departure.
Departure: Departure from Ziptrek Ecotours office

Experience an exhilarating ride up to 6okmph as you soar up to 46 metres off the ground on eight scenic zip lines ranging from 46 metres to an incredible 305 metres. Professionally trained guides emphasize safety and comfort, ensuring a ride full of thrills, awesome beauty, and fond memories, As you descend through the forest and over the beautiful Sooke Hills, your guides will provide you with interesting facts and stories about the local ecology and wildlife.

Tour Code: ADRENA
Ages: Minimum age 5
Duration: 2 hours
Days: Daily
Dates: May 1 - September 30
Departure: Departing from Inner Harbour
area hotels, Victoria