Vancouver waterfront boat tour: Say Nuth Khaw Yum waterfalls

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Duration3h

GroupUp to 12

LanguagesEN

Mobile ticketAccepted

Ride a Zodiac into a fjord full of waterfalls and wildlife, just outside the city.

A 3-hour waterfront sightseeing tour from Vancouver's False Creek that takes you past Stanley Park and the Lions Gate Bridge, then into Say Nuth Khaw Yum Provincial Park—a fjord with mountains, islands, waterfalls and seals. The boat reaches speeds up to 55 km/h, a local guide narrates the route, and you'll get a free photo package. You must arrive 30 minutes early, sign your waiver before arrival, and wear the provided cruiser suit; the boat operates in most weather, and you may get wet.

Step-by-step itinerary

Vancouver Waterfront and Indian Arm Tour

Begin cruising Vancouver Inner Harbour
Pass Coal Harbour, North Shore, English Bay
View False Creek and Stanley Park
Cross Burrard Inlet at 55 Km/h
Explore Say Nuth Khaw Yum Provincial Park
See mountains, islands, and waterfalls
Observe seals and bald eagles
Feel spray from waterfalls

The Experience

You start at False Creek and head into Vancouver's Inner Harbour, where the skipper points out Coal Harbour, the North Shore, English Bay and Stanley Park from the water. The route follows the city's waterfront, then crosses the Burrard Inlet at speed before leaving the urban limits behind. The boat accelerates to 55 km/h as it enters the open water, and the landscape shifts from docks and buildings to mountains and forest.

Say Nuth Khaw Yum Provincial Park—formally Indian Arm—is where the day opens up. The fjord is lined with waterfalls, islands and steep mountainsides. You'll see seals and bald eagles in their habitat, and the boat slows to let you feel the spray from the falls as they drop into the water. The guide provides context about Vancouver's geography and history throughout, and the free photo package means you don't have to choose between holding a camera and holding on during the faster stretches.

Bring a windbreaker or jacket—temperatures on the water run at least 10 degrees cooler than on land. You'll wear a cruiser suit over your clothes (required by Transport Canada), and it's worth bringing a plastic bag to keep your camera dry if you're bringing one. The boat runs in most weather, so dress in layers and wear flat, closed-toed shoes. Arrive 30 minutes early to prepare, and sign your waiver before you get there—the boat won't wait for latecomers.

What’s included

Three-hour guided tour with a local skipper.
all necessary equipment including the required cruiser suit.
free photo package.
sightseeing through Coal Harbour, English Bay, False Creek and Stanley Park before heading into Say Nuth Khaw Yum Provincial Park.

Good to know

Moderate physical levelPublic transport nearby

Operated by Prince of Whales Whale & Marine Wildlife Adventures

Is this one for you?Pick this if you want to move fast on a Zodiac rather than a slow harbor boat—you'll reach remote waterfalls and wildlife in Say Nuth Khaw Yum Provincial Park beyond the city limits, not just views from the water.