Vancouver City and Harbour Waterfront Sightseeing Boat Tour
Overview
Gain a unique perspective on Vancouver’s history on this 90-minute tour and take in the sights of the city from the water.You will learn a fascinating array of information, highlighting the sights of Vancouver’s Coal Harbour, the North Shore, English Bay, and Stanley Park. This tour includes our Free Photo Package!
*Whale watching is not included in this tour
What's Included
- All necessary equipment
- Free Photo Package!
- Local guide
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Gratuities
Meeting Location
1666 Duranleau Street
Vancouver, BC V6H 3Y1, Canada
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What To Expect
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Vancouver (pass by)
Coal Harbour Marina (pass by)
English Bay (pass by)
Stanley Park (pass by)
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not suitable for participants with back or neck problems, pregnant women, participants with recent surgeries, heart problems or serious medical conditions
- Passengers under 4ft/120cm in height and 50lb/23kg in weight also cannot join (typically applies to children under 7 y.o.)
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Must show up 30 minutes in advance in order to prepare for the trip! Don't be late, the boat wont wait!
- It is recommend that you dress in layers and wear flat, closed-toed shoes; temperatures are at least 10 degrees cooler on the water than on land, so bring a windbreaker or jacket; you will be provided with a cruiser suit to wear over your clothes, which is required by Transport Canada to ride aboard the Zodiac
- It is recommended that you bring a plastic bag to keep your camera dry on the boat if you plan to bring it
- Please note: You may get wet during the ride
- MAKE SURE TO SIGN YOUR WAIVER BEFORE ARRIVAL - FOUND IN YOUR BOOKING CONFIRMATION EMAIL
- Operates in most weather conditions, please dress appropriately
- A minimum number of passengers must be reached
- Sea Vancouver reserves the right to ask that the credit card used in the booking be presented at check-in, and/or photo ID be presented.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 12 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions (9)
Q: Will I get seasick on Vancouver City and Harbour Waterfront Sightseeing Boat Tour?
Cancellation Policy
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Activity code: C-5882ZODIAC
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Frequently Asked Questions (9)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from Cool Shore Excursions customers.
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If you have any doubts about becoming seasick on the water, we recommend taking a Dramamine® Motion Sickness Relief tablet the night before your trip. Some people recommend taking it the night before your cruise and then again that morning so you will not feel so drowsy.
Feb 2023- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (MST).
- This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
- All necessary equipment.
- Free Photo Package!.
- Local guide.
- Hotel pickup and drop-off.
- Gratuities.
This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Apr 2025The minimum age to participate is 7. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Vancouver City and Harbour Waterfront Sightseeing Boat Tour is as follows:
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not suitable for participants with back or neck problems, pregnant women, participants with recent surgeries, heart problems or serious medical conditions
- Passengers under 4ft/120cm in height and 50lb/23kg in weight also cannot join (typically applies to children under 7 y.o.)
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Vancouver City and Harbour Waterfront Sightseeing Boat Tour will be included in your confirmation email from Cool Shore Excursions. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- All necessary equipment
- Free Photo Package!
- Local guide
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Gratuities
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not suitable for participants with back or neck problems, pregnant women, participants with recent surgeries, heart problems or serious medical conditions
- Passengers under 4ft/120cm in height and 50lb/23kg in weight also cannot join (typically applies to children under 7 y.o.)
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Must show up 30 minutes in advance in order to prepare for the trip! Don't be late, the boat wont wait!
- It is recommend that you dress in layers and wear flat, closed-toed shoes; temperatures are at least 10 degrees cooler on the water than on land, so bring a windbreaker or jacket; you will be provided with a cruiser suit to wear over your clothes, which is required by Transport Canada to ride aboard the Zodiac
- It is recommended that you bring a plastic bag to keep your camera dry on the boat if you plan to bring it
- Please note: You may get wet during the ride
- MAKE SURE TO SIGN YOUR WAIVER BEFORE ARRIVAL - FOUND IN YOUR BOOKING CONFIRMATION EMAIL
- Operates in most weather conditions, please dress appropriately
- A minimum number of passengers must be reached
- Sea Vancouver reserves the right to ask that the credit card used in the booking be presented at check-in, and/or photo ID be presented.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 12 travelers
