Capilano Suspension Bridge & Grouse Mountain Group Tour

450 feet above the Capilano River on a swaying bridge

You cross a 450-foot suspension bridge suspended 230 feet above the Capilano River, walk through rainforest canopy walkways, stand at Cleveland Dam with postcard-perfect mountain views, and ride the Grouse Mountain Skyride to the peak: all in seven hours with hotel pickup, expert narration, and no separate ticket purchases to arrange.

Step-by-step itinerary

Stops and time at each

1. Lions Gate Bridgepass by
2. Cleveland Dam30m
3. Capilano Suspension Bridge Park1h 30m · entry included
4. Grouse Mountain2h 30m · entry included

North Shore scenic tour and activities

• Cross Lions Gate Bridge
• Visit Cleveland Dam viewpoint
• Explore Capilano Suspension Bridge Park
• Ride Grouse Mountain Skyride
• Enjoy Grouse Mountain activities

The experience

What's it like to step onto a bridge that sways 230 feet above a river? That moment of hesitation before you commit. That's what this tour builds toward, but it doesn't rush you there. The day starts with a pickup from your Vancouver hotel (timing depends on where you're staying, but most downtown hotels get picked up between 10:20 and 10:50 in the morning), then crosses the Lions Gate Bridge into the North Shore, where the city suddenly feels very far away. Your guide talks through the route (the bridge itself, the Burrard Inlet below, the downtown skyline receding behind you), so you're not just watching the scenery, you're understanding it.

Cleveland Dam comes first, and it's the kind of stop that doesn't sound like much until you're standing on top of it. The Capilano River rushes below, the turquoise lake sits behind the 300-foot spillway, and The Lions, those twin peaks, frame everything like a postcard someone actually took. You get time to breathe here, to take photos, to let your eyes adjust to the scale of the place. Then the Capilano Suspension Bridge Park, which is where the tour earns its reputation. The bridge itself is 450 feet across and 70 meters above the river. The numbers don't matter until you're on it, feeling the slight sway, the cedar-scented air, the evergreens towering above. The park includes the Cliffwalk and Treetops Adventures too, so you're not just crossing one bridge. You're moving through the rainforest canopy in different ways, each one a different kind of exposure and exhilaration.

Grouse Mountain is the final piece, and it's only 15 minutes from downtown, which means you're not spending half the day driving. The Skyride takes you to the peak: the views open up as you rise, and at the top there's the Theatre in the Sky, the Paradise Patio, and if you're lucky, you'll see Grinder and Coola, the resident grizzly bears. The tour is seven hours total, which sounds long until you realize you're covering the North Shore's three main draws without arranging transport, buying separate tickets, or figuring out the timing yourself. Your guide handles the narration the whole way, and hotel pickup and drop-off are included, so you're not managing logistics on top of managing your nerve on a suspension bridge.

What’s included

Your day includes hotel pickup and drop-off timed to your accommodation, expert guide with live narration throughout, entry to Capilano Suspension Bridge Park with access to the main suspension bridge, the Cliffwalk, and Treetops Adventures, the Grouse Mountain Skyride to the peak with access to seasonal activities and exhibits, a stop at Cleveland Dam, and all local taxes.

Before you book

Days and timesNext departure: 1 May 2027

Book up to4h before

AgesAdult (13 and older) · Child (3 to 12 years) · Infant (under 3): free

GroupUp to 30 · max 9 per booking

Live guideEnglish

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup included.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.It may be canceled if the minimum number of travelers isn't reached. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

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Good to know

Moderate physical levelStroller friendlyPets welcomePublic transport nearby

Operated by Landsea Tours Ltd

Is this one for you?Right for travelers staying in Vancouver who want the North Shore's three main attractions in one guided day without arranging separate transport or tickets. The seven-hour pace means you're not rushed through any stop, and the moderate fitness level required is what lets you walk the suspension bridges and forest trails without strain.

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Top questions

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Child (3 to 12 years); Infant (under 3): free.

What time does the tour pick me up?

Pickup times vary by hotel. Downtown Vancouver hotels typically get picked up between 10:20am and 10:50am. Airport hotels between 9:40am and 9:55am. Contact the operator with your hotel name for your exact time.

Is the suspension bridge safe?

Yes. The bridge is 450 feet long and 230 feet above the river, and it's engineered to handle thousands of crossings daily. The park also offers alternative walks like the Cliffwalk and Treetops Adventures if you want to experience the rainforest at different heights.

How long is the tour?

Seven hours total, including hotel pickup and drop-off.

What's included in the price?

Hotel pickup and drop-off, expert guide with live narration, entry to Capilano Suspension Bridge Park, the Grouse Mountain Skyride to the peak, and local taxes.

Do I need to be very fit?

You should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness. There's walking on suspension bridges and forest trails, but the pace is guided and you control how long you spend at each stop.

What if I'm staying at a hotel not listed?

Call the tour operator to arrange your pickup time. They coordinate pickups across the Vancouver area.