Vancouver: Capilano Suspension Bridge & Grouse Mountain Private Tour

Driving straight into Vancouver's two wildest views in one afternoon

You're picked up from your hotel, airport, or cruise terminal and driven to Capilano Suspension Bridge Park, where you walk the 450-foot bridge 230 feet above the river and explore the rainforest walkways; then you head to Grouse Mountain, ride the Skyride to the summit, and take in views of the city, ocean, and mountains. Park entry, the tramway, all transport, and taxes are included. The driver waits and brings you back whenever you're done.

Step-by-step itinerary

Day 1 — Explore Stanley Park and Capilano Bridge

• Visit Stanley Park urban oasis
• Walk or bike scenic Seawall
• See Vancouver Aquarium and Totem Poles
• Cross Capilano Suspension Bridge
• Explore treetop walkways and Cliffwalk

Day 2 — Experience Grouse Mountain adventures

• Take Skyride aerial tramway
• Watch Lumberjack Show
• Visit Wildlife Refuge
• Enjoy mountain summit views

The Experience

You're rolling out of downtown Vancouver in a private vehicle—sedan, SUV, or van depending on your group size—heading north toward the North Shore. The driver knows the area cold and can adjust the start time to whatever works for you, whether that's early morning or midday. Within minutes, the city starts to fade and the landscape shifts: you're moving toward Capilano Suspension Bridge Park, where the real moment hits.

The bridge itself sits 230 feet above the Capilano River, stretches 450 feet across, and sways just enough to remind you it's real. You walk it at your own pace—there's no rush—and the rainforest opens up below: massive cedars, the river threading through, the kind of green that doesn't photograph the way it looks in person. The park includes treetop walkways and the Cliffwalk, which hugs the canyon wall and gives you a completely different angle on the same forest. Most people spend an hour here, maybe longer if you're taking photos or just standing still for a minute.

After Capilano, you drive to Grouse Mountain. The Skyride—North America's largest aerial tramway—takes you to the summit in about ten minutes, and the views open up in stages: first the city, then the ocean, then the mountains stacking up behind everything. At the top, there's the Lumberjack Show if you want live entertainment, a Wildlife Refuge where you can see grizzly bears and owls, or you can just walk around and take in the panorama. The whole private tour includes admission to both attractions, parking, tolls, bottled water, and taxes. Your driver brings you back to your hotel, the airport, or the cruise terminal whenever you're ready—no fixed end time, no rush.

This works for groups anywhere from 2 to 12 people, and the vehicle scales to fit. If you're traveling with infants or small children, specialized seats are available. The whole day is flexible: you set the pace, the driver adjusts the timing, and you see the two things that actually define Vancouver's landscape in a single afternoon without arranging transport, tickets, or parking yourself.

What’s included

• Private vehicle transport with a professional local driver.
• hotel, airport, or cruise terminal pickup and drop-off.
• admission to Capilano Suspension Bridge Park.
• admission to Grouse Mountain.
• Skyride tramway to the summit.
• parking and tolls.
• bottled water.
• all taxes and fees.

Good to know

Easy physical levelStroller friendlyInfant seats availablePets welcomePublic transport nearby

Operated by Vanlimo Limousine Service/ DBA Canaccord Limousine Service

Is this one for you?Book this if you want to see both Capilano Suspension Bridge and Grouse Mountain in one day without arranging three separate trips, buying tickets at each gate, or navigating the North Shore roads yourself—the private vehicle and included entry mean you step out and walk, nothing else.

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Top questions

How long does the whole private tour take?

The tour is flexible and adjusts to your pace. Most people spend an hour at Capilano Suspension Bridge and two to three hours at Grouse Mountain, but there's no fixed schedule—you control the timing.

What's included in the price?

Admission to both Capilano Suspension Bridge Park and Grouse Mountain, the Skyride tramway, private vehicle transport, parking, tolls, taxes, and bottled water. Hotel, airport, or cruise terminal pickup and drop-off are included.

Can we start at a different time?

Yes. Start times are flexible and can be adjusted to your convenience. Confirm your preferred time when you book.

What size groups does this work for?

Groups from 2 to 12 people. The vehicle type—sedan, SUV, or multi-passenger van—adjusts based on your group size.

Is the Capilano Suspension Bridge safe for children?

Yes. The bridge is suitable for all physical fitness levels. Infants and small children can be brought in a pram or stroller, and specialized infant seats are available in the vehicle.

Do we need to arrange our own transport to the attractions?

No. Private vehicle transport between your hotel, the airport, or cruise terminal and both attractions is included. The driver handles all navigation and parking.

What if we want to skip one of the attractions?

The tour is designed to include both Capilano Suspension Bridge and Grouse Mountain. Discuss any changes with the operator when booking.

Is there food available at either location?

Both parks have facilities, but food and dining are not included in the tour price. You can purchase meals on-site if you wish.