15 Hiking Trips in Vancouver Worth Booking

1.Vancouver Biking and Hiking Tour including Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 125 reviews · 6 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $112Our pick

Spend 6.5 hours with Into the Wild Tours hiking through Lynn Canyon and cycling the flat Trans Canada Trail in Pitt Meadows. Guides Paul and Arman lead small groups, provide bikes and helmets, explain local nature and history, and include lunch at a farm cafe.

“The hike through Lynn Canyon was amazing and Paul is extremely informative and passionate about nature and preserving it for future generations. Would definitely recommend the tour. Unfortunately- it was an extremely hot day 89F - so the biking portion was too much for me and I got dehydrated. However, Paul had me sit in the shade and wait for him to come get us in the van. He insured I was hydrated and not feeling too sick. If it was 10-15 degrees cooler would have been enjoyable, my son completed the 11 mile cycle, though. The ride itself is in 98% sun. Someone in our party saw a bear…”

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2.Vancouver Rainforest Hike with Waterfalls, Suspension Bridge, Old Growth Forest

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 94 reviews · from $58Best value

Join Adrian of Breakaway Adventures for a 3.5-hour small-group outing from Vancouver to Lynn Canyon. Expect old-growth forest, waterfalls, creekside trails, suspension bridges, steep stairs, and time for photos or a swim in a natural pool. Pickup is offered, with groups capped at six.

“Adrian our guide was extremely informative and offered an amazing experience! I would recommend him to friends.”

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3.Rainforest Waterfall Hike and Suspension Bridge

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 44 reviews · 4 hours · from $62

Join Adrian for a four-hour, 9-kilometer hike through Vancouver’s old-growth rainforest, with waterfalls, clear pools, a creek, stairs, and a suspension bridge. Hotel pickup, drop-off, water, and a group of no more than seven make this a friendly, practical way to see Lynn Canyon Park.

“Adrian was an amazing guy and fantastic guide. It felt very local and involving. And it was for all ages and fitnesses.”

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4.Photography & Hiking in Nature

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 36 reviews · 7 hours (approx.) · from $147

Spend about seven hours with a photographer guide such as Nafees or Nash, combining light hiking at Lynn Canyon with Granville Island, Stanley Park, English Bay, and Gastown. Bring a smartphone or use the included DSLR, and get practical tips on composition, moving water, and editing.

“Great way to see Vancouver and its varied terrain and landscapes. You get ferries, waterfalls, rain forests, and more.”

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5.Photography & Advanced Hiking

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 35 reviews · from $142

Join photographer and hiking guide Nafees for a demanding 11 km climb up the Stawamus Chief near Squamish. You get Vancouver pickup, hiking poles if needed, photo coaching, memory-making images, Shannon Falls, and a small group capped at six.

“Since I was a beginner hiker, they changed the hike to the Garibaldi Lake hike. The Garibaldi hike is long but not technical, and if you are physically fit, you can complete it without any problems. The view I encountered after all my harRead more”

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6.Photography & Intermediate Hiking

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 35 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $86

Leave downtown Vancouver with photographer-guide Nafees for a four-hour small-group outing to Deep Cove and Quarry Rock. You’ll hike through old-growth forest, pause at waterfalls and ocean viewpoints, and learn useful photography tips. Pickup, gear loans, and complimentary photos are included.

“so friendly explanation and he showed another attractive place voluntarily. it was amazing trip. Thank you!”

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7.Photography, Hiking & Ferry to Bowen Island

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 29 reviews · 6 hours (approx.) · from $133

Join photographer Nafees for a six-hour Bowen Island outing from Vancouver. Ride the ferry to Snug Cove, hike through forest and past waterfalls, borrow a DSLR if needed, and learn practical photography skills for cameras or phones. Pickup and complimentary tour photos are included.

“We enjoyed our photography tour in Gastown so much that we decided to book the Bowen Island Ferry, Hike, and Photography Tour. Nafees picked us up at our hotel and we parked at Horseshoe Bay. We took a short 20-minute ferry ride to Bowen Island and then went on a photography hike, where we continued learning and practicing composition skills and shooting in manual modes on our cameras. I highly recommend this tour!”

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8.Guided Vancouver Hiking Highlights Day Tour with Gondola Download

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 26 reviews · 7 hours (approx.) · from $134

Spend seven hours with a first-aid-certified guide, hiking the steep 2.5-kilometre Grouse Grind, exploring Grouse Mountain, and walking through Lynn Canyon. Guides such as Aramesh, Ben, Brando, Brandon, and Jacob are praised for patience, local insight, and steady encouragement.

“Aramesh was the BEST GUIDE EVER! Extremely friendly, knowledgeable and encouraging. The hike was difficult for me, so I was alot slower, but Aramesh was so patient and didn't make me feel bad. We also saw 2 famous hockey players and a movie star, Owen Wilson, on the hike as well! I highly recommend trying out this tour!”

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9.Half-day Hike and Bike Tour in Vancouver

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 18 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $131

Join Adrian of Breakaway Adventures for a private Vancouver outing that pairs a 6-kilometre coastal hike through Lighthouse Park with a 10-kilometre Stanley Park bike ride. Choose a standard or electric bike, adjust the pace to your group, and enjoy pickup if arranged.

“Great tour to do on our first day in Vancouver! It really gave us the lay of the land, and we hit some key sights and parks along the way. Highly recommend!!”

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10.Guided Hiking Highlights at Grouse & Lynn Canyon

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 14 reviews · 7 hours · from $130

Spend seven hours with a live English-speaking guide, hiking the steep Grouse Grind, visiting Grouse Mountain attractions, riding the gondola down, and crossing Lynn Canyon’s 50-meter suspension bridge. Guides such as Aramesh add local stories and adjust the pace when needed.

“I had a lovely experience, our guides were extremely nice, helpful and knowledgeable. You could tell that they love what they do and wanted everyone to be comfortable. Definitely recommend!”

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11.Joffre Lakes Park Hike and Whistler Day Trip

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 12 reviews · 11 hours · from $277

Spend 11 hours with guide Sinisa or a fellow Sina Tours guide on a small-group drive from Vancouver to Whistler and Joffre Lakes. You get one hour in Whistler, a moderate 8 km hike past three glacier-fed lakes, snacks, water, and help with the required free park pass.

“La caminata es increíble, los lagos son lo más hermoso que he visto! Sinisa es el mejor guía, muy amable, estuvo pendiente de nosotras todo el tiempo! Estamos muy agradecidas con él, hizo que nuestra experiencia sea inolvidable! Lo recomendamos mucho!”

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12.Stawamus Chief Hike & Local Brewery Tasting

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 9 reviews · 6 hours (approx.) · from $175

Leave downtown Vancouver at 8 a.m. in a private vehicle with a small group of up to five. Hike to the popular first peak of Stawamus Chief, learn about a bridge along the way, then celebrate in Squamish with a local brewery tasting. Guide Roman is known for patient help and thoughtful extras such as water and snacks.

“Beautiful view! Trail was difficult but compensate. And the place to drink a beer excellent. The guide was pacient and very polite.”

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13.Lighthouse Park Hiking / Horseshoe Bay Discovery Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 8 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $123

Travel from downtown Vancouver to Horseshoe Bay, Whytecliff Park, and Lighthouse Park on a four-hour small-group outing. You’ll stop for a café drink, walk coastal bluffs, and hike to a lighthouse viewpoint, with hotel pickup and return transit included.

“Very knowledgeable about the area. Our day started out rainy but by the time we made it to the lighthouse it had cleared up for some beautiful views. This was a great trip, very happy and pleased with all the stops. Hiking boots and incline training is a must 😊”

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14.Bike and Hike Vancouver

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 4 reviews · 6 hours · from $113

Spend six hours with guide Adrian cycling Vancouver’s waterfront by regular bike or e-bike, from False Creek and Granville Island to Stanley Park and Kitsilano. After a beach picnic, finish with a short hike in one of Vancouver’s most beautiful parks. Pickup and drop-off in Vancouver proper are included.

“Had a great tour with Adrian around Stanley Park and the costal region of Vancouver. Lunch was great and it was the perfect amount of time and distance on the pedal assist e-bikes! We opted out of the hike as we were all tuckered out by then 😁. Thanks Adrian!”

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15.Garibaldi Park/ Panorama Ridge/ Hiking Day Trip

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 4 reviews · 12 hours · from $475

Join Melissa of Hikingproguide for a private, 12-hour SUV trip from Vancouver, North Vancouver, West Vancouver, or Squamish to Panorama Ridge. Hike through forest, flower meadows, and rocky alpine paths to views of turquoise Garibaldi Lake, then enjoy a summit picnic and photography support.

“Melissa – Incredible Hiking Guide I had the pleasure of hiking with Melissa as my guide, and I couldn’t have asked for a better experience. From the very start, she was incredibly patient and attentive, always following my pace and making sure I felt comfortable throughout the journey. As someone who isn’t a pro hiker, I truly appreciated the helpful footing tips she shared along the way. Her guidance made tricky sections feel manageable and safe. Beyond her expertise, what really stood out was her ability to motivate and encourage me when I needed it most. Thanks to Melissa’s support and positive energy, this hike turned into a truly memorable…”

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