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15 Best Vancouver Harbour Boat Tours

The harbour boat trips: zodiac runs up Indian Arm to waterfalls and seal colonies, plus dinner cruises with the North Shore lights coming on. The inlet stays calm when the strait does not.

1.Vancouver: Victoria, Gulf Islands Cruise, & Butchart Gardens

Discover Victoria and Butchart Gardens on a full-day Vancouver tour featuring scenic ferry rides, expert guides, and free time in charming Victoria.

Most Popular★ 4.7

“Are driver was called Mark very knowledgeable on areas in Vancouver been from here all his life, everything was on time and went smoothly.had a lovely day in butchart gardens and then in Victoria,would highly recommend this trip.”

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2.Vancouver’s City and Harbour | Waterfront Sightseeing Zodiac Tour

Experience Vancouver's stunning skyline, harbor wildlife, and waterways on a small-group Zodiac boat tour for an authentic, exhilarating water adventure.

★ 5.0

“What a fun experience! Super easy to book and cancel which I had to do beforehand but so thankful we were able to make it work because man did we ever have some fun. Our guide Connor knows how to bring the good time. We…”

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3.Granite Falls Zodiac Tour by Vancouver Water Adventures

Discover Vancouver from the water on this Zodiac inflatable boat tour, exploring iconic sights, waterfalls, and fjords with expert guides – an adventure for all senses.

★ 5.0

“Had the most amazing time today on the Granite Falls Zodiac Tour. Our guide Simon was extremely informative and also very funny, he provided us with a broad history of the Vancouver area & all the landmarks we saw. He made sure to point out…”

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5.Vancouver Evening Dinner Cruise

Enjoy Vancouver’s stunning waterfront on a 2.5-hour evening dinner cruise featuring scenic views, live music, and a Pacific Coast-inspired buffet.

★ 4.5

“The crew and everyone involved were very helpful and courteous. We would definitely recommend this experience.”

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6.Victoria & Butchart Gardens Tour with Gulf Islands Cruise Ferry

Discover Vancouver and Victoria with this full-day tour featuring ferry rides, Butchart Gardens, and downtown exploration—great for scenic views and authentic experiences.

★ 4.5

“Long way to the gardens, but an adventure, nonetheless. I didn’t read carefully enough about the duration of the trip. It was a pleasant bus ride to the ferry, back on the bus to the gardens. Pick up was 8:50am, made it to the gardens…”

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7.Post-cruise: Vancouver Tour with Lookout & Capilano Bridge

Experience Vancouver’s highlights with this 6.5-hour guided tour featuring Stanley Park, Granville Island, Vancouver Lookout, and the famous Capilano Suspension Bridge.

★ 5.0

“This tour was perfect for us as we came off our cruise ship and had only one day to spend in Vancouver. Our driver and guide, Jason, was great. He was accommodating, knowledgeable, entertaining, and funny. I highly recommend this tour with Jason as your…”

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8.Vancouver’s City and Nature | Waterfront Sightseeing Zodiac Tour

Experience Vancouver from the water on this Zodiac boat tour, exploring iconic sights and wildlife with knowledgeable guides. Perfect for nature lovers and city explorers alike.

★ 5.0

“Had a great time cruising with a full Zodiac. Thomas was personable, informative and entertaining. We saw a number of whales at the end of our trip which made the excursion terrific!’”

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9.Vancouver City and Seals Scenic Boat Tour by Vancouver Water Adventures

Discover Vancouver from the water on this 90-minute scenic boat tour, with wildlife, city sights, and expert guides. Perfect for families and curious travelers.

★ 5.0

“It is a must. You will enjoy every moment. Tour guide very knowledgeable. Would recommend to very one”

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11.Vancouver: City and Seal Boat Tour

Discover Vancouver from the water on this 1.5-hour boat tour, spotting seals, marveling at the coast, and enjoying stunning city views with expert guides.

★ 4.9

“What a great tour! We were lucky and saw quite a bit of wildlife in addition to the expected seals. Boat ride felt safe and our young guide/captain tool great care of the group. Interesting information about the city, surrounding areas, ecology and wildlife. Very…”

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12.Vancouver: Evening Cruise with Dinner Buffet

Experience stunning Vancouver skyline views and mountain scenery on a 2.5-3.5 hour evening cruise with a West Coast buffet and live music. Perfect for relaxing or celebrating.

★ 4.6

“Excellent boat, exceptional staff , really attentive and helpful, food was top quality a really enjoyable evening 👍”

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13.Snorkel, Kayak, and Seal Adventure: Vancouver Boat Tour

Experience Vancouver’s coast with a boat tour featuring snorkeling with seals, kayaking in Howe Sound, and scenic views—all led by expert guides.

★ 5.0

“Awesome experience, especially for seal-lovers! The staff was super supportive and always making sure everyone was comfortable and well-attended. We were lucky to get some seals interacting with us up close. Definitely will come again, maybe as an yearly treat 😉”

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14.Vancouver Brunch Cruise

Experience Vancouver from the water with a scenic brunch cruise featuring stunning mountain and city views, delicious buffet, and a small, friendly group setting.

★ 4.6

“What a fabulous trip & extremely well organised. The buffet lunch was delicious - tables were pre-allocated to passengers, so that you can go up on deck as often as you wish for as long as you wish, with a guaranteed table to return to…”

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15.Vancouver: Lunch and Brunch Cruises

Enjoy a 3-4 hour cruise in Vancouver with a scenic waterway, delicious brunch buffet, open-air deck, and wildlife sightings like bald eagles and bears.

★ 4.6

“What a beautiful cruise! The views were stunning, the staff very friendly and attentive, I was travelling alone so it was much appreciated. The food was excellent, you could even go up for seconds! The salmon and peach cobbler were especially delicious. Saw seals and…”

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More Vancouver Harbour Boat Tours

4.5Vancouver Harbor Sightseeing Cruise1 hour (approx.)$56.33 4.6Vancouver: Harbor Sightseeing Cruise1 hour$54 5.0NEW Vancouver Sightseeing Boat Cruise with Live Tour Guide1 hour 30 minutes (approx.)$56.33 4.5Indian Arm Lunch Cruise3 hours (approx.)$149.45 4.5Vancouver: Cruise Terminal Luggage Storage for 2 Bags1 to 8 hours (approx.)$16.56 4.5Shore Excursion: Post-Cruise Vancouver City Sightseeing Tour with Port Pick Up3 hours 30 minutes (approx.)$73.34 4.9Vancouver: Indian Arm and Granite Falls Zodiac Boat Tour3 hours$116 4.5Shore Excursion: Pre-Cruise Vancouver City Sightseeing Tour with Port Drop Off3 hours 30 minutes (approx.)$77.36 5.0Post-Cruise Shore Excursion: Capilano Suspension Bridge & Grouse Mountain7 hours (approx.)$205.99 5.0Bowen Island Dinner and Zodiac Boat Tour by Vancouver Water Adventures4 hours (approx.)$171.99 4.7Vancouver, BC: Whale Watching Tour Small Zodiac with Guide5 hours$160 5.0Private Port Transfer Canada Place Cruise Ship Terminal to Vancouver Airport YVR30 to 45 minutes (approx.)$182.25 4.9Vancouver: Bowen Island Boat Cruise with Dinner4 hours$167 4.9Vancouver: Snorkel, Kayak, and Seal Adventure Boat Tour5 hours$116 5.0Vancouver: Snorkeling Seals Kayaking Scenic Boat Tour$66.72 5.0Vancouver: Snorkeling Seals Kayaking Scenic Boat Tour3 hours (approx.)$75.06 4.8Vancouver: Mosquito Creek and English Bay Sailboat Cruise2.5 hours$117 4.0Departure Private Transfer from Vancouver to Vancouver YVR or Cruise Port by SUV10 to 40 minutes (approx.)$103.21 5.0Arrival Private Transfer Vancouver YVR or Cruise Port to Vancouver by Minibus10 to 35 minutes (approx.)$172.02 5.0Vancouver Cruise Transfers/ Pre & Post Cruise City Sightseeing Tour Private4 to 5 hours (approx.)$283.60 4.5Vancouver to Victoria – Vancouver Cruise Terminal Pickup – Coach Bus Transfer$91.75 4.5Private Port Transfer Vancouver Airport YVR to Canada Place Cruise Ship Terminal30 to 45 minutes (approx.)$196.55 4.0Vancouver Holiday Festive Dinner Cruises2 hours 30 minutes (approx.)$163.56 5.0Morning Kayak & Seal Cruise2 hours (approx.)$89.76