British Columbia · BOWEN ISLAND TOURS
Start with number one and you will not go far wrong. The 6 bowen island tours below each come with a price, a running time and a note on who they suit.
Leave Granville Island at 5:30 pm aboard a stylish boat for a guided cruise to Bowen Island. Hear stories about Vancouver, watch for marine wildlife, share dinner and one drink at a local restaurant, then return through Howe Sound. Guides have included Greg, Marco, Ray, Paul, and Simon, though your guide may differ.
“Beautiful views. Excellent food. Our tour guide was amazing. Thank you Simon.”
This four-hour boat trip leaves Granville Island for Howe Sound, with views of Stanley Park, Lighthouse Park, coastal mountains, and possible seals, eagles, sea lions, and porpoises. You get an hour on Bowen Island and a complimentary beer, wine, specialty coffee, or ice cream. Captains named for this tour include Greg, Simon, Zack, Danny, and Graydon.
“Greg our captain was very knowledgeable and gave us a great ride... even worth the trip in the rain... saw lots of seals and eagles!! The Snug Cafe on Bowen Island has excellent sandwiches and coffee to warm you up! Beautiful view of Vancouver on the way back!!”
Join photographer-guide Nafees for a six-hour Bowen Island outing from Vancouver, with a 20-minute ferry ride, a guided nature walk and practical photo tips for cameras or phones. Borrow a DSLR if you need one, and receive complimentary photos of your day. Pickup is available from downtown accommodation.
“Pleasant getaway and hidden gem with personalized input from Nash who was very hospitable.highly recommend.”
Set out from Granville Island at 4:00 pm with Vancouver Water Adventures, following a guide through English Bay and Howe Sound toward a seal colony and Bowen Island. Ride a single or double Sea-Doo, look for marine life, then enjoy one entree and one drink before returning to the meeting point. A valid driver’s license is required to drive.
“Hands down one of the best days of my life!! Weather, sea, company and food was amazing. You really feel all the elements in one experience. Ask for Simon, he’s the best!!”
A four-hour boat trip from Vancouver takes you through Howe Sound, past seal colonies and coastal sights, with a stop of just over an hour in Bowen Island’s Snug Cove. Your English-speaking captain shares local stories, and your ticket includes a choice of beer, wine, specialty coffee or ice cream. Guides have included Megan, Marco and Gregg.
“Megan was a great guide and did well when porpoises showed up near the boat on the way back into Vancouver which meant she needed to slow down until they had passed. Was booked on the 9am tour however since there was not enough people for the tour I was moved to the 1:30pm tour, by the Vancouver Water Adventure tours team the day before.”
Spend about four hours on a guided jet ski trip from Granville Island through False Creek, English Bay, and Howe Sound. Look for wildlife near Lighthouse Park and Gambier Island, then stop for an included drink or ice cream in Bowen Island’s Snug Cove. Guides Michael and Bryce are praised for friendly explanations of local history and geology.
“Michael and Bryce are incredible guides! Friendly, knowledgeable about the area, history, and even geologic formations! Highly recommend an excursion both with this company and especially with these two guides!”
A harbour, a canyon or a market hall to start from.
