Top Vancouver Self-guided Tours & Rentals

Looking for an enchanting and unusual way to spend an evening in Vancouver? Take a leisurely dinner cruise along the city’s gorgeous waterfront. Listen to live music and savor delicious Pacific Coast-style cuisine as you float through Vancouver’s Inner Harbor. Stroll the deck at sunset, indulge in a freshly prepared buffet, and take in the beautiful sights including Canada Place, the North Shore Mountains and the West Vancouver skyline after dusk.

Delight in the beauty of Vancouver on a lunch cruise along the city’s gorgeous waterfront. Enjoy a unique dining experience as your float through Vancouver’s Inner Harbor, Burrard Inlet, and Indian Arm—a dramatic glacial fjord. Stroll the deck, indulge in a freshly prepared buffet and take in the beautiful sights including the Coast Mountains, verdant forests, and local wildlife.

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Get up close with the killer whales between Vancouver and Victoria, British Columbia on this guided, full-day, whale-watching cruise. Climb aboard one of the finest whaling vessels in the industry to interact with a variety of whale species. See a wide variety of wildlife, like porpoises, seals, sea lions, bald eagles, blue herons and more. Then spend the afternoon exploring beautiful Victoria, the capital city of British Columbia. At the end of the day, return to Vancouver by seaplane. Vancouver hotel or residence pickup and drop-off included.

Travel from Vancouver to Victoria in style with round-trip flights across the Strait of Georgia, and make the most of your time by skipping long ferry lines. You’ll travel to the island by helicopter, with spectacular views of the coast and islands, then make the return trip by sea plane. Your flights between Vancouver and Victoria include pickup and drop-off at accommodations in Vancouver, with departure times that are tailored to your schedule.

While in Canada, experience Victoria’s wide selection of outdoor activities, and see the beauty of the Butchart Gardens on this guided tour by air, land, and water from Vancouver. First, take a helicopter flight over the Gulf Islands to spend some free time in the Garden City. See the Butchart Gardens before hopping on a speedboat cruise back to Vancouver.

Get to know Vancouver’s Gastown while having fun with friends or family on this murder mystery-style quest. Play detective for the day as your group is split up into teams and given an in-person briefing, as well as various tools and a map. Set out to solve a series of clues and challenges with the goal of discovering the killer behind a local murder.

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Explore the waters near West Vancouver with this 17-foot speedboat rental, and make your way through Howe Sound at a pace that suits your family and friends. Admire city views, a seal colony or a bird sanctuary, and stop at an island for homemade pie. Watch for wildlife such as humpbacks and orcas. Dockside staff show you how to operate the boat and provide a map and suggested routes. Upgrade to include hotel shuttle transport. Note: The rental price is per boat, which accommodates up to five people.

Exploring Vancouver by bicycle is our favorite thing to do. Whether you want sandy beaches, hidden trails, historical landmarks, you can see them all by following our famous seawall.

Team up with your superhero family to save the planet in one of the newest family activities in Vancouver - perfect for families with children ages 8 and up! The Muck Monster plans to take over the entire planet starting with Vancouver. She is determined to make Vancouver the greenest city in the world at any cost! Your superhero team will explore the Coal Harbour waterfront, finding clues and solving puzzles as you search for Muck Monster’s hideout, discover her secret identity and stop her attack. Groups are divided into teams of 2-5 players competing against each other in this Amazing Race style game. We supply the kits, you save the planet. Use your superhero powers for good and save the planet on this heroic family adventure!

Explore beautiful downtown Vancouver from the water in our luxurious pontoon boat! Have a BBQ and enjoy the pristine waters around Vancouver on your own private boat. Skipper yourself or book one of our experienced captains so you can sit back and relax.

Vancouver is a city full of many cultures and backgrounds, and this self-guided tour takes you to some of the most significant and interesting spots in town. Download the narrated walking tour to your device and follow the map while you learn about the sights. See Dr. Sun Yat-sen Chinese Garden, Gastown, the Olympic Cauldron from the 2010 Winter Olympics and much more.

Explore beautiful downtown Vancouver from the water in our luxurious pontoon boat! Have a BBQ and enjoy the pristine waters around Vancouver on your own private boat. Skipper yourself or book one of our experienced captains so you can sit back and relax.

Team up with your best superhero friends to save the planet! The Muck Monster plans to take over the entire planet - starting with Vancouver. Your superhero team will explore the Coal Harbour waterfront, finding clues and solving puzzles as you search for Muck Monster’s hideout, discover her secret identity and stop her attack. Groups are divided into teams of 2-5 players competing against each other in this Amazing Race style game. We supply the kits, you save the planet. Use your superhero powers for good and save the planet on this superhero quest!

Let’s Roam is the #1 app-led scavenger hunt company. Walk to all the best landmarks and hidden gems, answering trivia questions and solving challenges. Work with your team or compete against them, as you learn new facts and create memorable experiences. Let’s Roam Scavenger Hunts are great as an everyday activity, or for bachelorette parties, birthday parties, corporate team building events and more! Each player chooses an interactive role, with challenges varying by person.

Looking for fun things to do in Vancouver? Try a Vancouver photo scavenger hunt. On Red Bricks & Gold Dragons you will be going on an enthralling tour around Vancouver checking out the art, history, and culture along the way. You’ll see groups of friends competing to unearth fun facts, taking ridiculous pictures, and deciding who will be the next scavenger hunt champion! This is the ultimate small group activity. A few highlights of the scavenger hunt include: Gastown, BC Place, Chinatown Gate.

No trip to Vancouver is complete without visiting Stanley Park, and there’s no better way to explore the park than by cycling the seawall, one of the most beautiful bike rides in the world! On this self guided audio tour, we explore the seawall as it hugs the magnificent Vancouver coastline as well as views of the iconic Vancouver Convention Center, the marvellous mountains, the Vancouver harbour, the green Lion’s Gate Bridge, and the beaches of Stanley Park. Through the cycling tour we uncover why the 1500 pound Nine O’clock Cannon was kidnapped and what alleged treasures are buried in the cricket grounds of Stanley park, as well as the history and defining events that have lead to Stanley Park topping the list of Best Urban Parks in the world.