Spirit of Vancouver: Explore Coastal Waterways on a Scenic 5-Hour Adventure
Difficulty
easy
Duration
5 hours
Fitness Level
Suitable for all fitness levels; minimal physical exertion required.
Overview
Discover Vancouver’s stunning coastal waterways on the Spirit Of Vancouver, a 5-hour guided adventure perfect for all ages. Glide past forested inlets and spot local wildlife on this immersive ocean journey.
Spirit Of Vancouver
All Ages! • Most Popular! • 5 hours
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About This Adventure
Pacific Spirit Park is a gorgeous place to spend part of the day!
Duration
5 hours
About
This tour combines our famous Waterfront Tour with an added bonus of trail riding in Pacific Spirit Park. With over 50km of forested and shoreline trails, Pacific Spirit Park is a gorgeous place to spend part of the day! The trails are easy to moderate in difficulty and provide plenty of memorable scenery. After we get our fill of the trails, we will head along the waterfront exploring many of Vancouver’s most beautiful beaches, stop at Granville Island Market to grab lunch, and continue around Stanley Park.
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Trip Length 45km Skill Level Moderate
Trip Includes Transportation, local guide and bike and helmet rental
Tour Highlights Gorgeous forested trails, Granville Island, Stanley Park, Vancouver beachfront
What to bring
- Clothing: Loose fitting, comfortable clothes, or sportswear. Closed footwear, no sandals or flip-flops on all tours.
- Layering clothes is best as Vancouver – and throughout BC – we frequently encounter changing weather conditions especially in the mountains.
- For hikes, proper shoes such as running shoes, or hiking footwear with good support is mandatory.
- A day backpack to carry your personal belongings.
- Sunscreen, sunglasses and a hat for sun protection.
- Camera or phone to take pictures.
- Cash or credit cards for purchases along the way.
Adventure Tips
Dress in layers
Vancouver’s coastal weather can shift quickly; layering helps you stay comfortable throughout the tour.
Bring a waterproof jacket
Ocean spray and light rain are common—waterproof outerwear keeps you dry and warm.
Use binoculars for wildlife viewing
Enhance your chance to spot seals and eagles by bringing binoculars on board.
Charge your camera battery
Long exposures of the landscape and wildlife require fully charged equipment to capture every moment.
Local Insights
Wildlife
- Harbor seals
- Bald eagles
History
Vancouver’s maritime routes have been traveled by Indigenous peoples for thousands of years, contributing to its rich cultural heritage.
Conservation
Breakaway Adventures BC practices environmentally responsible boating to minimize impact on marine ecosystems and supports local conservation initiatives.
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Recommended Gear
Layered clothing
Keeps you comfortable amid coastal temperature changes.
Waterproof jacket
Protects against ocean spray and rain.
Binoculars
Useful for spotting distant wildlife.
Camera
Capture high-quality photos of landscapes and animals.