Vancouver Sailing Tour - Learn the Ropes
- 3 hours
- Free cancellation up to 24h before
- 2 languages
- Instant confirmation
Highlights
Escape to the open waters of Vancouver on a sailing adventure that offers the best of the city’s scenic vistas. This 2.5-3 hour sailing experience takes you through the picturesque False Creek and English Bay, where you’ll be able to take in the views of the city skyline, mountains, and waterfront landmarks. This is more than just a sightseeing cruise — it’s an authentic West Coast sailing experience led by someone who’s truly at home on the water and teaches you the ropes. If you’re an adventurer at heart, this sailing journey blends discovery with relaxation, entertainment, and flavours. With a little luck, we may even sight the Dall's porpoise or a pod of Orcas! - Exclusive sailing experience with a maximum of six guests - Engage with a knowledgeable skipper sharing local history and tales - Opportunity to see marine wildlife
Inclusions
What's included
- Wildlife spotting: harbour seals, dall's porpoises, sea birds
- Guided sailing experience with licenced Captain
- Safety Equipment: Life vests for all passengers.
- Restroom on board
What's not
- Snack and drinks at a surcharge.
- Bring comfortable outdoor and weather appropriate clothing. An extra layer.
- Wear running shoes for stability and comfort. No dress shoes or sandals.
- Bring sunhat, sunglasses and sunscreen. Bring your camera!
- Cash or card if you’d like to tip the crew or support future sails
Itinerary
Departure from False Creek: We’ll meet and convene at a designated dock near Granville Island, ensuring a smooth boarding process. Prior to departure, a brief orientation will be provided to familiarize everyone with onboard safety protocols.
Cruising through False Creek: We start and end our tour cruising through False Creek which is lined with marinas, restaurants and the famous Seawall. We make it past Granville Island, renowned for its vibrant public market and artisan workshops.
Sailing in English Bay: Transitioning into English Bay, experience the full scope of the region’s natural beauty and history, including Stanley Park, Bowen Island and the North Shore Mountains, and learn to sail. Take the helm and navigate in open water! Learn to harness the wind and learn as much as you like about the fundamentals of sailing. Keep an eye out for local marine life, such as seals and seabirds, that often grace these waters.
Return to False Creek: We’re slowly making our way back to the dock, passing by Kitsilano Beach and Kids Point, then following the shoreline until we reach our marina.
Cancellation
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts, for a full refund.
Reviews
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Know before you go
- Meeting point
- Located at the mouth of False Creek, west of the Burrard Street Bridge. It is a 10 minute walk from the False Creek Ferry stop at Heritage Harbour and a 15 minute walk from Granville Island. Your guide/ skipper will be wearing a red sailing jacket!
- Pickup
- Everyone meets at the starting point; there is no pickup.
- Ticket type
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Group size
- Up to 6 travellers
- Operated by
- Underway Sailing
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Guests must be at least 8 years old to participate.
- Tour requires at least 2 participants.
How it compares in Vancouver
- Its from-price is 36% below the median of the 914 experiences we list in Vancouver.
- Its length is typical for the group.
- By number of reviews it ranks 440 of 914.
- The operator lists free cancellation on it.
About Vancouver
Vancouver sits between mountains and the Pacific, a green, outdoorsy city of seawall walks, forested parks, beaches and diverse neighbourhoods.
Stanley Park, a vast forested peninsula beside downtown, is circled by the seawall, a waterside path loved by walkers and cyclists, and dotted with totem poles at Brockton Point. Granville Island's public market, artisan studios and theatres sit beneath a bridge across False Creek, and Gastown, the oldest neighbourhood, has cobbled streets and its famous steam clock.
Top-ranked sights in Vancouver: Stanley Park, Gastown, Granville Island.
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