Granite Falls Zodiac Tour by Vancouver Water Adventures
Overview
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3 hours
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See Vancouver the way it is best seen – by water – during this 3-hour tour in a Zodiac inflatable boat. Beginning at Granville Island, you'll cross False Creek and follow the coastline through Stanley Park.
Learn about Vancouver's waterfront landmarks like English Bay, Stanley Park, and Vancouver Harbour. Travel through Deep Cove and the Indian Arm, a glacial fjord with a backdrop of steep granite cliffs that can only be seen by boat, and spot wildlife like seals, bald-eagles and jellyfish colonies along the way in our most nature-immersive tour!
Additional Info
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Wheelchair accessible
Public transportation options are available nearby
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Minimum height of 4ft/1.2m
Minimum 4 guests required to run a tour. Minimum can be met by multiple parties.
Not recommended for pregnant guests
What To Expect
Granville Island
We will start our journey here. Please Arrive 30 minutes prior to your tour start time. Granville Island is a lively cultural hub known for its public market, artisan shops, theaters, and waterfront views.
False Creek
In False Creek, see and hear about Granville Island, Yaletown, the Bridges of Vancouver, the Science World Geodesic Dome, and our Sports Stadiums before returning to the dock.
Options
Granite Falls Departures
Duration: 3 hours Route: Sail across the English Bay, around Vancouver Downtown, and into the Indian Arm towards Granite and Silver Falls Zodiac Boat: Cruise in style aboard our 30-foot rigid-hull Zodiac boats! Check-in time: Please check in 30 minutes before departure
What‘s Included
Local guide
Lifejacket / Warming Suit
Gratuities
Hotel pickup and drop off
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Reviews
826 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Pop and Pop Fathers Day Adventure
Terry A,Jun 6, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00A rainy day turned sunshine with Marcos and James. “There is no such thing as bad weather, only wearing the wrong gear.” My Dad is 81, I am 61 and we topped off our PNW road trip with an absolute exclamation point moment. Wearing a water jump suit, safety goggles in the rain, and the sun came out to turn the silver waterfall into a true Silver Lining. But the most important thing to wear for this zodiac adventure is an ear to ear smile. And Marcos was quick to capture a couple of our best ever pictures of a lifetime. Do something different. (And make sure to get some of those donuts. Ask Marcos or James for one.)
Great experience
Tristan D,Jun 5, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00This was a brilliant trip. 3 hours of fun. Simon is a great guide and rib captain. We got to see lots of places with a 20 km round trip. Cannot recommend highly enough.
Zodiac a unique and fun tour !
bmccall33,Jun 4, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Very unique and rewarding experience, which was far different from any other tour. I would highly recommend this for family and friends .
Best way to get to know Vancouver! Awesome Trip!
Lizbeth R,Jun 4, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00It was amazing!!! Sam our Captain was great!!! He was full of Canada knowledge and was a fun captain!
Beautiful scenery with a wonderful Captain Ray
Debbie Z,May 31, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Absolutely wonderful! Captain Ray maneuvered the boat up close and personal so we could get great views for pictures. Very informative about the history of sights we stopped at.
Tourist in our own city
Dee S,May 31, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00It’s not too often that we take the time to slow down and just be a tourist in our own city. Today’s adventure with Captain Ray was fun, exhilarating, educational, stunningly beautiful and one heck of a wild ride! The perfect boating playlist fuelled our faster treks and the passion and pride of a place he calls home came through in Captain Rays knowledge of the history and ecosystem of the area. If you are looking for a reset with nature in the beautiful place we call home then do yourself a favour and take a ride on the wild side. You won’t be disappointed!
Loved the Granite Falls tours!
TRISTINE B,May 30, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Relaxing ride with incredibly beautiful scenery. Our guides were amazing - very knowledgeable and friendly.
Fjord and Waterfall
Ashley W,May 30, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00This trip is wonderful! The boat is very comfortable even over big waves. Our captain Marco was phenomenal, safely navigating through the port and through the huge wakes from ships. He was extremely knowledgeable about the history and wildlife of Vancouver. Played great music and then brought us to the most spectacular serene pockets of untouched beauty. Don’t miss it!
Captains Sam and Greg...
Francois B,May 30, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Captains Sam and Greg (just there for his pretty face according to him) gave us a great tour with lots of informations about the history of the places we were visiting. The views were stunning, especially when we got into the Indian Arm fjord. We sat at the front for the best view, but at the price of having our buttocks tenderized when we started hitting bigger waves. Still a comfortable ride given the speed these boats can reach. If the day looks like it will be windy and lower than 20 degrees C, I recommend that you take the offered warm suit. They’ll lend you one for free and it makes all the difference. It also doubles as a floatation device. Also don’t spare on the sunscreen! The mix of sun and fast winds will cook you if you are sensitive. Anyway, highly recommend the adventure!
Although we were a bit...
Danji M,May 27, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Although we were a bit early, we were kindly greeted and the staff made sure we knew what was going on. Paul shared great insight on Vancouver, the people, the geography, and the marine life. I am sure he has said many of these things several times over, however he still shared with a passion and charisma. A wonderful tour and we will happily take other tours with Water Adventures. If they recommend a suit, take it! It might seem silly standing at the dock but you will appreciate it as the tour continues.
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