Turn Vancouver’s holiday lights and hidden corners into a playful team challenge with the Holly Jolly Hunt app. This hour-long scavenger hunt sends groups through neighborhoods to photograph items, complete festive tasks, and climb the leaderboard.
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A winter evening in Vancouver can feel electric: LED-lit storefronts blink against the harbour, steam curls from a food-cart, and teams scatter down cobbled streets with phones held high. The Holly Jolly Hunt turns that kinetic city energy into a game—an app-guided scavenger hunt that sends groups in playful loops through neighborhoods of your choosing.
Difficulty
easy
Duration
1 hour
Fitness Level
Suitable for all fitness levels; requires short walking bursts across paved urban terrain
Wildlife
History
Vancouver developed as a Pacific port on Indigenous lands and expanded rapidly after the Canadian Pacific Railway arrived; the city’s downtown architecture and waterfront reflect that industrial and maritime past.
Conservation
Keep urban impact low—stay on sidewalks, avoid disturbing city green spaces, and dispose of waste responsibly; respect public art and heritage sites while taking photos.
Reserve your spot on the Experience the season with a scavenger hunt in Vancouver with Holly Jolly Hunt today and enjoy a trusted, highly rated experience designed to help you make the most of your adventure.
Charge your phone
The game runs in an app and relies on photos—bring a full battery or a portable charger to avoid interruptions.
Dress for rain and stairs
Waterproof layers and shoes with good grip keep you comfortable on wet pavement and neighborhood steps.
Start near transit
Pick a launch spot close to SkyTrain or frequent bus routes to simplify arrivals and departures for mixed-ability groups.
Split roles on your team
Assign a navigator, a photographer, and a clue-reader to move efficiently and score higher.
Smartphone with camera
Required to run the app, submit photos, and communicate with the remote guide.
Portable charger (power bank)
Keeps your device powered through photos and extended play.
Comfortable walking shoes
Good traction and support help on pavement, stairs, and slick surfaces.
Waterproof jacket
Rain is common—light waterproof layers make the hunt pleasant.
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