Top British Columbia Outdoor Activities

Plunge into a rugged landscape of white water and wilderness with a river rafting experience in B.C.’s Wells Gray Park. Launch into the pristine Clearwater River to hit a series of exciting rapids and chutes, where explosive Class III features send up churning waves and breaking crests. Slip into the water between heart-pounding white water, and soak up the serenity of British Columbia’s stunning interior.

With choppy waters cascading down from high alpine glaciers above, Toby Creek offers the ideal conditions for a white-water rafting adventure. On this wet and wild tour, paddle and ride through the river’s swirling rapids and winding twists and turns with your guide—with all safety equipment included. Embrace outdoor adventure in Canada, and enjoy sweeping views over the beautiful Rockies scenery from the water.

Hop in the saddle and explore Pemberton’s rugged backcountry in style on this half-day guided horseback ride at Birkenhead Lake. Travel by horseback into the wilds of the Birkenhead Lake National Park. Follow your guide along winding forest tracks where native birds chirp in the leafy canopy. Climb steep mountainsides to high vantage points and take in panoramic views over the rolling landscape. Gaze out over the shimmering surface of majestic Birkenhead Lake and enjoy a light snack along the way to keep your — and your horse’s — energy levels up!

Free photos: We take photos of your group as they crash through the waves, edit them and post them online where you can download them for free! Water fights: Along with the fun rapids, we also offer exclusive super-soaker water guns. During the calm stretches of the river, we pull out the water guns and pump up the fun! There's nothing quite as satisfying as soaking your family and friends!

Get in introduction to the Clearwater River’s class I and class III rapids during this family-friendly, guided, white-water rafting tour. Adults and young kids can work together to paddle with their guide past the volcanic rocks, waterfalls, wildlife, and rugged landscape of Wells Gray Provincial Park. Enjoy this fun ride for those who want to tackle smaller rapids and take in the view.

The Kootenay Half Day Trip offers our guests a family friendly, fun, and scenic adventure down the beautiful Kootenay River. With aqua blue water, never ending mountain sky lines and memories to last a lifetime. This trip is perfect for those new to whitewater rafting, or those who want to experience the water, but not big whitewater. With fun class I-III rapids this trip is beautiful and exciting all in one. Here at Kootenay River Runners we are all about having fun, but we equally focus on safety and quality. Our guides are trained thoroughly and certified in swift water rescue and wilderness first aid. They get to know the rivers inside and out so they can provide you with an experience you will be talking about for years to come. Our gear is updated regularly, not only for safety, but for the comfort of our guests too!

Fishing along the shoreline of several rivers in the stunningly beautiful Columbia River Valley. On these Walk & Wade trips you can expect detailed instruction. Demonstrating different casting methods, lure selection, and much more fishing/outdoor advice. We’ll be offering either fly-fishing or spin casting options. Walk & Wade trips will be fishing along the Columbia, Akolkolex and Eagle Rivers, depending on water conditions, and seasons. These trips will be including instruction on different fly-fishing cast, fly to use and different methods of present them, species identification, tying different fishing knots and other fishing/outdoor tips. Trips will be held on the Columbia River for the first couple months of operation. All fishing equipment necessary for the trip will be provided: tackle, rods, waders, photos / videos. A quality experience; with knowledgeable guided instruction.

Saddle up and explore the rugged Canadian wilderness on this full-day guided horseback trip. Follow your guide along rugged single-track mountain trails through the wilds of British Columbia. Climb 2,000 feet (609 meters) up the high mountainsides and enjoy a simple lunch in the serenity of nature. Take in panoramic views over the rolling landscape from your vantage point high on the mountainside and admire the shimmering waters of Birkenhead Lake. This adventurous horseback expedition is suitable for novices and experienced riders alike.

Atlin Backcountry Adventures is a family dog kennel run operation in Atlin, British Columbia. We offer visitors a unique outdoor adventure with a unique interaction with our dogs. We runs tours in the majestic Teslin Taku mountains, which combine spectacular alpine scenery with the fun of a dogsled ride. The experience is truly unforgettable.

Saddle up and ride out into the Canadian wilderness on this 3-day historic Lil-Lik-Hel Mine expedition from Pemberton. Travel by horseback along trails used by miners during the gold rush years in the early 1900s, and gain insight into the life they led. Explore the ancient Lil-Lik-Hel Mine with your guide and learn how the miners struck gold by following veins in the rock. From your base camp, enjoy day-rides to different locations throughout the countryside. Spend your evenings at the fireside under the stars in comfortable tented accommodation.

This rafting trip in Canada is perfect for those wanting to stay nice and dry as they relax and enjoy all the scenic beauty that the area has to offer; therefore not a lot of specialty equipment is required. If you wish to bring along a camera or other personal items, the guide provides a dry bag in which such valuables can be stored. Every rafting company can take you down the river. What makes our trips special is our focus on the little things. Our guides are some of the best in the industry and they provide a fun atmosphere while giving information about all the local flora and fauna, the indigenous history, the frontiersmen history, and the amazing geology of Wells Gray Park.

Paddle two dozen Class III and IV rapids on the Nahatlatch River during this half-day excursion. With a guide for every 4- to 8-passenger boat, this river rafting is suitable for both thrill-seekers and novices. Enjoy some of British Columbia’s best white-water action while surrounded by forests and mountains. Full-body wetsuit, booties, helmet and lifejacket are provided for safety and comfort.

Clear Creek Hot Springs offers a true taste of a natural mineral hot springs, located 50 KM north of Harrison Hot Springs. The ATV ride to reach our destinations will include some scenic stops and a beautiful destination to fulfill your vacation with unbelievable memories.

Immerse yourself in British Columbia’s great outdoors on this 2-day adventure from Lytton. Set up overnight camp on Fantasy Island, located in the middle of the Thompson River, and admire the majestic Black Canyon. Dig into delicious barbecue fare and share stories around a campfire under the stars. Then, spot bighorn sheep in the town of Spences Bridge, before you paddle aboard a raft back to base in Lytton. Trips depart every weekend from mid-July through Labour Day weekend in September.

Spanning over 6 days, the Babine River Rafting Expedition will take you deep into the wilderness of Northern British Columbia with extraordinary wildlife sightings including grizzly bears, eagles, salmon and more, surrounded by breathtaking views of Coast Mountain Range. Combining the beautiful narrow canyon rapids of the Babine River, the massive exhilarating waves of the Skeena River, the amazing scenery of the Coast Mountain Range, and more wildlife than you can count, this 6-day rafting trip is the best adventure expedition in all of British Columbia. On this adventure of a lifetime, make memories that will outlast the best of them with stories that will be the envy of all your friends!

Splash through the rapids of the Cheakamus River, paddling gentle waves between towering evergreens, on a full-day combination trip from Vancouver. You’ll travel past British Colombia’s coastal forests on the way to the river, then change into dry clothes for the Sea to Sky Gondola, where you’ll have views across Howe Sound and the mountains. This adventurous, family-friendly day is a good fit for first-time rafters, and it includes your tickets to the Sky to Sea Gondola, as well as round-trip transport from selected hotels in Vancouver.

Spend a leisurely evening floating on the Lower Squamish River with this gentle adventure. The small rapids you encounter may give a few splashes, but you and your family or group will be having too much fun to care. Take in the unmatched beauty of the British Columbia landscape and revel in the colors of the sunset in the Coastal Mountains.

Explore British Columbia’s rugged wilderness on this 2-day camping and river-rafting trip in Squamish. Pull on your safety gear and paddle through the Elaho River’s class III and IV rapids with your guide. Navigate wild twists and turns through Canada’s Coast Mountain range. As the sun sets and night starts to fall, pitch camp by the fireside and fall asleep under the stars. Next morning, awake to coffee and pancakes, then pack your camping kit back into your raft and paddle onward to the end of your rafting adventure.

Experience the best of the rugged Canadian wilderness and indulge your sense of adventure on this 3-hour Squamish and Cheakamus River white-water rafting trip. Following a full safety briefing, pull on your helmet and safety gear, grab your paddle and hop aboard your raft. Then, challenge yourself against the swirling rapids of the mighty Cheakamus River with your guide. During your 1.5-hour descent, paddle hard through the winding turns of the class I and II rapids, and keep an eye on the riverbanks for native bears, beavers, deer and eagles.

Enjoy hair-raising adventure in the wilds of Canada on this 5.5-hour Elaho River white-water rafting adventure from Squamish. Hop aboard your bus and travel to the banks of the Elaho River, deep in the mighty Squamish Valley. Then, pull on your safety gear, grab your paddle and take to the waves. Challenge yourself against the river’s winding twists and turns as your guide navigates you through the choppy class III-IV rapids. During your 3-hour descent, explore British Columbia’s breathtaking wilderness and watch the riverbanks for native bears, beavers and deer.

Experience the wilderness and natural beauty of the Cost Mountain Range as you paddle down the Elaho River in Squamish, BC, during this full-day, guided, white-water rafting tour over class III and IV rapids. Gear up and climb aboard your raft with your guide and set off to see the forests, waterfalls, glaciers, and wild animals that call this place home.

Conquer the rapids on this white-water rafting trip along the Elaho River in Squamish Valley. After arriving at your starting point, you’ll learn the rafting rules, techniques, and safety procedures in order to navigate the Class III and IV rapids. Along the roughly 13 miles (20 kilometers) journey through British Columbia wilderness, see old-growth forests, dormant volcanoes, glaciers, and waterfalls, as well as possibly spot local wildlife.

The Cheakamus River winds through some of Squamish’s most beautiful wilderness terrain, and the powerful currents offer the perfect conditions for white-water rafting. On this tour, navigate the swirling twists and turns by raft with your guide at the helm, and experience wet and wild thrills and spills in the Canadian countryside. Your morning or afternoon tour includes all equipment plus round-trip travel from central Whistler.

Spin through Canada’s rugged wilderness by bike and enjoy 2-wheeled adventure in the great outdoors on this full-day Whistler mountain bike tour. Pull on your safety equipment, hop onto your high-spec bike and pedal off with your guide. Explore terrain suited to your experience and fitness level, such as rocky single-track, winding mountain ascents and hair-raising descents through dense forest. On route, keep a lookout for native wildlife in its natural habitat. This adventurous mountain biking tour is suited to riders of all levels, from beginner to advanced. Please Note: Minimum of 2 people required per booking