UNESCO Biosphere & Bowen Island Boat Tour
Visit a seal colony and explore shops on Bowen Island
Inclusions
- Live guide
- Free time on Bowen Island
- Access to Bowen Island
- Access to Howe Sound Biosphere Reserve
- Sightseeing cruise
- Drink or ice cream at Snug Cove
- Life jackets
Key Details
- Cancel for free until 48 hours before you visit and get a full refund
- 4h
- English
- 30 minutes
Exclusions
- Tips
- Lunch
Description
Take a 4-hour boat tour of Vancouver and Howe Sound, a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve. Visit Lighthouse Park, a seal colony, Horseshoe Bay, and other parts of the fjord.
See old-growth rainforests and Howe Sound's waters. Ideal for those looking to see beyond Vancouver's shorelines.
Stop at Bowen Island to browse shops and eat at local restaurants. Experience local island life firsthand.
Watch seals in their natural habitat and Vancouver’s local wildlife.
Hear stories about West Vancouver and Howe Sound, including local history, celebrity homes, and geological information from your guide.
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- Show your smartphone ticket to the staff at the meeting point
- Please arrive 30 minutes early to check in
- The tour concludes at the Granville Island starting point
- There is no bathroom on the boat, though facilities are available before and after your tour
- A waiver will be required before the activity starts. All visitors under 19 require a parent or legal guardian to sign for them
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- Minimum 4 guests to confirm. Minimum can be met by bookings from separate groups
- Minimum height: 4 ft / 1.2 m. Not recommended for guests with back/neck issues, recent surgery, or current/suspected pregnancy
- Tour runs rain or shine
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Cancellation Policy
- Cancel for free until 48 hours before you visit and get a full refund
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- Rescheduling is possible until 48 hours before your visit date
Meeting Points
- Starting point
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