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Things to do in Horseshoe Bay, Vancouver

Our most recommended things to do in Horseshoe Bay, Vancouver

Vancouver: Fly & Dine to Bowen Island

1. Vancouver: Fly & Dine to Bowen Island

Escape by seaplane from downtown Vancouver’s vibrant Coal Harbour to tranquil Bowen Island for a memorable seaside dinner and enjoy a West Coast style meal at Doc Morgan’s restaurant. Enjoy ocean views before boarding the ferry from Snug Cove to Horseshoe Bay and be met by your car service. Then experience the city lights as you return to downtown Vancouver. This truly west coast evening will surely become one of the highlights of your trip. Harbour Air Seaplanes started as a two airplane operation in 1982 to service the BC forestry sector and has grown into North America’s largest seaplane airline and only fully carbon-neutral airline. With a showcase fleet of Canadian-made De Havilland aircraft, enjoy flying aboard a DHC-3 Turbine Single Otter, DHC-6 Twin Otter, or DHC-2 Beaver.

West Vancouver: Howe Sound and Bowen Speedboat Tour

2. West Vancouver: Howe Sound and Bowen Speedboat Tour

Join the Bowen Explorer Tour and marvel at the Howe Sound islands, an amazing adventure to bird sanctuaries, harbor seal rookeries, and sea caves. Finish with a short visit of Snug Cove on Bowen Island. Soar up the coastline with the eagles, farther north than this trip has ever gone before. Travel deep into the sound your guide explains this extraordinary ecosystem that is home to harbor seals, bald eagles, oystercatchers, and many other creatures and organisms. The trip highlights the wildlife of the sound: seals at Pam Rocks and birds around Christie Island. Catch sight of some unique Bald Eagle nests and traditional First Nations locations. Take in a true example of the west-coast fjord landscape littered with steep cliffs and hanging valleys. Discover more of Vancouver’s history and see some untouched coastline, as it was before the city was colonized. Horseshoe Bay is also home to many unique restaurants and shops that are fun to explore before or after the tour.

Vancouver: Howe Sound Fjords, Sea Caves & Wildlife Boat Tour

3. Vancouver: Howe Sound Fjords, Sea Caves & Wildlife Boat Tour

Join the Deep Fjord Tour and explore the islands of Howe Sound, an amazing adventure to bird sanctuaries, harbour seal rookeries, and sea caves. Soar up the coastline with the eagles, farther north than this trip has ever gone before. Travel deep into the sound as your guide explains this extraordinary ecosystem that is home to harbor seals, bald eagles, oyster catchers, and many other creatures and organisms. The trip highlights the wildlife of the sound: seals at Pam Rocks and birds around Christie Island. Catch sight of some unique Bald Eagle nests and traditional First Nations locations. Get the true example of the west-coast fjord landscape littered with steep cliffs and hanging valleys. Take a look at more of Vancouver’s history and see some untouched coastline, as it was before the city was colonized. Horseshoe Bay is also home to many unique restaurants and shops that are fun to explore before or after the tour.

From Vancouver: Lighthouse Park & Horseshoe Bay Hiking Tour

4. From Vancouver: Lighthouse Park & Horseshoe Bay Hiking Tour

Embark on a journey to discover the picturesque Pacific Northwest just outside of Vancouver's city limits. Join a guided half-day hike with a local guide and make your way to the scenic Lighthouse Park and Horseshoe Bay. Following hotel pickup, enjoy a relaxing stop for coffee or tea at Horseshoe Bay. Sip on a hot drink while watching the waves come and go on the beach. If you're lucky, you might even spot some seals in the distance. Stop at Whytecliff Park and take a stroll along the bluffs and enjoy the views. Next, visit the most recognizable historic spot in the area, Lighthouse Park. Take a short hike to the viewpoint, admire the coastal views, and snap the perfect selfie to share with family and friends. On the way, pass by the Lions Gate Bridge and learn the history of the impressive structure.

Vancouver: Gondola Tour to Squamish

5. Vancouver: Gondola Tour to Squamish

This tour will start from downtown Vancouver. Enjoy an overview of the downtown's most visited spots. China town, Historic Gastown and the majestic Stanley Park. You will also stop for about one hour to Granville Island Public Market. After that cross over the Lions Gate bridge and head to Vancouver's north shore. The first stop is Cypress Mountain Outlook followed by Horseshoe Bay. You will continue the drive on Sea to Sky all the way to Shannon Falls. After the falls take the Sea to sky Gondola for stunning views from the Chief Mountain (admission not included). Stop for photographic views from Squamish Marina overlooking the Stawamus Chief and Porteau Cove on your return to Vancouver. The tour will end at your hotel or anywhere else in Vancouver you prefer.

Between Vancouver & Whistler: Smartphone Audio Driving Tour

6. Between Vancouver & Whistler: Smartphone Audio Driving Tour

Follow your audio tour guide along Highway 99, one of the most scenic drives in British Columbia. Start anywhere along the route between Vancouver and Whistler. The tour experience is the same in any direction. Learn about the Lions Bay Search and Rescue team. Discover the beauty of Stawamus Chief Mountain. Hear about the Strait of Georgia and other sights at your own pace.  With no time constraints, enjoy the freedom to stop anywhere and take your time exploring. Fun audio clips will play automatically as you drive, using a live GPS map. No data is used during the tour. This tour is easy to navigate and all ages will be entertained. This audio guide will keep you and your family laughing and engaged along the way with trivia fun. Each point of interest along the way has a fun multiple-choice trivia question about the sights. Keep score or just listen.

Vancouver: West Vancouver Howe Sound Islands Circle Tour

7. Vancouver: West Vancouver Howe Sound Islands Circle Tour

Join the Circle tour and explore the islands of Howe Sound, and enjoy an amazing adventure to bird sanctuaries, harbor seal rookeries, and sea caves on this two-hour day tour. Soar up the coastline with the eagles, farther north than our trip has ever gone before. Travel deep into the sound, and listen as your guide explains more about this extraordinary ecosystem that is home to harbor seals, bald eagles, oystercatchers, and many other creatures and organisms. Enjoy a tour that highlights the wildlife of the sound: seals at Pam Rocks and birds around Christie Island, and also see some unique Bald Eagle nests and traditional First Nations locations. Soak in the views of the west-coast fjord landscape littered with steep cliffs and hanging valleys. Look closer at more of Vancouver’s history and see some untouched coastline, as it was before the city was colonized. Take the chance to explore Horseshoe Bay after the tour, as it is also home to many unique restaurants and shops that are fun to explore before or after the tour.

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What people are saying about Horseshoe Bay, Vancouver

Overall rating

3.8 / 5

based on 26 reviews

Perfect way to spend the day!

This was a last minute booking with no research while coming in on our cruise ship. We were finishing our cruise at 10 AM and did not have a flight out until almost midnight. I attempted to book through the cruise line and they were booked up. Looking back this was lady luck smiling on our group as this tour was 100% better than the canned cruise ship tours. Gabi was on-time and arrived with a nice, clean and new, Mercedes Sprinter van. We had the itinerary for the tour and Gabi then modified this to fit out timeline and interests. We hit all the highlights to include Shannon Falls, Sea to Sky Gondola, cute Horseshoe bay marina, a downtown tour and the amazing Stanley Park. We then did some home/property sightseeing and went to the public market (take at least two hours for here, grab lunch or dinner). Great tour and an amazing guide!

Nice panoramic tour

The best thing about the tour was the flight. Doc Morgan is very idyllic. The dinner was ok - you shouldn't expect too much. You are completely left to your own devices. The limousine service is completely out of place.

Excellent. Everything was great and organized perfectly. Restaurant was very good with very kind staff.

Our guide was awesome: Very knowledgeable and informative!

We loved our tour, never a dull moment! Took us everywhere we wanted to go. We have FUN!!

We have a great drive with this app and the quiz was alot of fun.