Vancouver Seal Colony Boat Tour: Lions Gate Bridge & False Creek
Glide past English Bay’s beaches and West Vancouver’s waterfront homes
A 90-minute scenic boat tour from Granville Island travels through False Creek and English Bay, passing Stanley Park, the Lions Gate Bridge, Lighthouse Park and a local seal colony where about 400 seals live. A live guide in English narrates the route. Lifejacket and warming suit are included. Minimum group size is four guests (multiple parties can combine), and children are welcome from age 6.
Step-by-step itinerary
Vancouver city and seal colony boat tour
- Arrive at Granville Island
- Depart from Granville Island
- Travel into Vancouver Harbour with guide commentary
- See Stanley Park from the boat
- View Lions Gate Bridge
- Pass by ocean freighters and visit Lighthouse Park
- Visit local seal colony
- Travel along English Bay coastline
- Pass by Spanish Banks, Jericho Sailing Center, Point Grey, Kitsilano Beach
- Enter False Creek and see Granville Island, Yaletown, Science World Dome
- Travel under Burrard Bridge
- Pass by Vancouver Sports Stadiums and downtown area
- Return to dock at Granville Island
- Granville Island 10m
- False Creek passing by
- Downtown Vancouver 5m
- Yaletown passing by
- Kitsilano Beach passing by
- Stanley Park passing by
- Lions Gate Bridge 5m
What’s included
- Local guide in English.
- lifejacket and warming suit for the full 90 minutes.
- views of Stanley Park, the Lions Gate Bridge, Lighthouse Park, the seal colony, Siwash Rock, Kitsilano Beach, Yaletown, and the Science World Geodesic Dome.
Times
- Saturday and Sunday 10:00
Before you book
Operated by Vancouver Water Adventures
Prices and times updated today
Traveler reviews
The experience
The boat departs from Granville Island, a lively cultural hub where you'll arrive 30 minutes early. From there, the tour heads into False Creek, passing under the Burrard Bridge and along Yaletown's waterfront before opening into English Bay. The guide shares stories and facts about Vancouver's history as you travel, pointing out the Science World Geodesic Dome, the city's sports stadiums, and the downtown skyline with its bright lights and skyscrapers.
Once in English Bay, the route heads toward Lighthouse Park and Siwash Rock, where you'll see offshore freighters anchored in the harbor. The seal colony sits nearby: roughly 400 seals live there year-round, and the guide will explain what you're watching. On the return, the boat passes Kitsilano Beach, Jericho Sailing Centre, and Point Grey before heading back through False Creek to Granville Island. Stanley Park stays visible throughout much of the journey.
You'll wear a lifejacket and a warming suit for the full 90 minutes, which matters because the water and wind can be cold even on clear days. The tour runs with a minimum of four guests, though multiple parties can combine to meet that number. Children from age 6 are welcome, but the tour is not recommended for pregnant travelers or anyone with spinal injuries or poor cardiovascular health.
Is this one for you?Book this tour for a morning or afternoon when you want to see Vancouver's waterfront landmarks and wildlife without arranging your own boat. The guide handles the narration and the timing, and the warming suit means you stay comfortable on the water regardless of the season.
Compare the 3 alternatives
Top questions
Can children come?
Yes. Ticket types: Child (6 to 15 years). Children under 6 can't be included in the booking.
What happens if it rains?
It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund. Free cancellation up to 24 h before the start.
What is the seal colony like on this Vancouver boat tour?
The local seal colony holds roughly 400 seals year-round, and the guide explains their behavior and habitat as the boat passes nearby on the way to and from Lighthouse Park.
How long is the Vancouver Seal Colony Boat Tour?
The tour runs 90 minutes from start to finish, departing from Granville Island and returning to the same dock.
What do I wear on this boat tour through English Bay?
You'll wear a provided lifejacket and warming suit for the full 90 minutes to stay safe and warm on the water.
Does this tour include a guide?
Yes, a live guide in English narrates the route, sharing stories and facts about Vancouver's history, landmarks and waterfront as you travel.
What landmarks does the boat pass on this Vancouver tour?
The tour passes Stanley Park, the Lions Gate Bridge, Lighthouse Park, Siwash Rock, Kitsilano Beach, Yaletown, and the Science World Geodesic Dome, traveling through False Creek and English Bay.
Vancouver Seal Colony Boat Tour: Lions Gate Bridge & False Creek
1h 30m · EN
from CA$ 109 per person
≈ US$ 79 in your currency
Next, you choose your date and number of travelers and see the final price.