Water Sports in British Columbia

Amp up your Vancouver vacation with a thrilling 3.5-hour jet ski tour of Howe Sound and dinner at a waterside pub! Delight in lovely evening views of English Bay, Howe Sound and Bowen Island as you rip up the water on your single or double Sea-Doo Watercraft. You'll see native wildlife, view breathtaking coastal scenery, and savor a hearty dinner and drink on Bowen Island before heading back to the mainland.

Cruise along the Vancouver coastline and the surrounding islands in your own 16-foot (5-meter) speedboat. Before you depart from downtown Vancouver, receive a boat operation overview and safety briefing, plus a map and suggestions for your trip. Visit a seal colony, dock at Snug Cove for a picnic, view the skyline, explore the waterfalls, and spot Orca whales during your ride.

Get a new perspective on Victoria's beautiful, bustling harbor on a guided 3-hour kayak tour. Glide through the historic waterways in a state-of-the-art sea kayak, soaking up fantastic views of where Victoria's stately skyline meets the harbor's wild aquatic landscape. As you paddle, join the local traffic of seaplane, ferries and whale-watching boats, and keep an eye out for native wildlife like river otters and harbor seals.

Feel the power of the Thompson River aboard a motorized raft during this 3.5-hour afternoon tour from Lytton. Power through waves and rapids, with names like Devil's Kitchen and the Green Monster, as you travel along 22 miles (36 km) of the river. Admire views of canyons along the way, and take a break for a riverside snack. A safety briefing, parking and access to changing facilities are included on this British Columbia rafting experience.

Enjoy high-speed thrills over the waves in English Bay and Howe Sound on this morning Jet Ski tour from Vancouver. Following a 30-minute safety briefing, hop onto your single- or double-rider Sea-Doo watercraft and take to the water. Follow your guide through English Bay and out toward Horseshoe Bay, and enjoy panoramic views over the bays, beaches and coves of Bowen Island. Head through beautiful Howe Sound to Bowyer Island and see native harbor seals lazing by the shoreline at Pam Rocks. Then, return to base via Anvil Island.

Discover the craze of SUP and enjoy fine views over Victoria's famous skyline on this 3-hour Victoria Harbour stand-up paddleboard tour. Explore the channels of Victoria Harbour, where ferries, seaplanes, whale-watching boats and fishing vessels come and go daily. Delve into the Inner Harbour and the Gorge Waterway with your guide. Watch the waves for native otters and seals, and keep your eyes on the skies for soaring eagles and cormorants. Admire local attractions including the Fairmont Empress Hotel, the BC Parliament Buildings and Tillicum Bridge from the water.

Explore the waters off Granville Island by night on this 1.5-hour illuminated kayak or stand-up paddleboard tour in Vancouver. Head into the protected inlet of False Creek with your guide when the crowds have disappeared. Enjoy breathtaking views over the city's famous skyline as the sun sinks below the horizon, and watch as the sky explodes in color. After sunset, paddle into English Bay as your LED lights illuminate the water "” a truly unique experience! Enjoy personal attention from your guide on this small-group tour, limited to 12 people.

Searching for a unique outdoors experience while in Vancouver? Discover the beauty of Vancouver's city skyline and stunning shoreline on a family-friendly kayaking tour. Spend 2.5 hours winding through the False Creek inlet and getting friendly with resident seals, ducks and kingfishers. With an expert guide, learn kayaking technique and enjoy a city sightseeing tour set against nature.

Take the helm and head out from Vancouver on your own adventure. Take your pick from a 17-foot (5 meter) or 18-foot (5.5 meter) speed boat, for five or six passengers. After a safety orientation, head out for about 3 hours of exploring on the water. Choose to dock along the way for a picnic, cruise up to the seal colony, or see where the day takes you.

If you've ever dreamed of driving your own speed boat, this is your opportunity. From downtown Vancouver, you can navigate the majestic coastline from mountain fjords up to the granite waterfalls. Guides will make sure you are comfortable operating the boat and provide you with a boating license and life jackets to ensure your safety. You have 4 hours to explore the magnificent waters with your friends or family.

If you have ever harbored a secret yearning to be a flying superhero"”swooping, diving and spinning above the water, this flyboard experience is something you won't want to miss. Feel the thrill of the freedom as you hover over Lake Okanagan with your trusty instructor at your side helping you out as needed.

Hop onto your Sea-Doo Jet Ski to explore Vancouver's English Bay and Howe Sound in style with this 2-, 3- or 8-hour Jet Ski rental from Granville Island. Head to the water sports center on Granville Island for your safety briefing. Then, take to the waves at your leisure. Zoom through English Bay and around Howe Sound's 22 islands, and enjoy breathtaking views over Vancouver's rugged coastline. Whizz through Horseshoe Bay to Bowen Island, seek a secluded spot around Bowyer Island or watch harbor seals lazing on Pam Rocks.

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.

Cruise the waters around Vancouver driving your own speedboat during this independent activity. After a brief introduction at the boat rental facility, pilot your personal speedboat through Vancouver's surrounding islands and up the coastline. With up to 5 passengers, sit down for a picnic on a remote island, watch for seals and Orcas and explore the Granite waterfalls. One-day boating license, safety equipment and area maps are included.