11 Lynn Canyon and North Shore Tours from Vancouver to Build a Day Around

1.Vancouver and North Shore Grand City Tour with your luggage

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 70 reviews · 5 to 7 hours (approx.) · from $187Our pick

This 5 to 7 hour minibus tour covers Vancouver, North Vancouver, and West Vancouver, with luggage pickup from a hotel, cruise terminal, or airport and drop-off where you need it. Guides such as Hamed, Ali, Navid, and Steve lead the route. Capilano Suspension Bridge admission costs extra.

“How easy and informative it was. Our guide Hahmed was so knowledgeable and fun! He was so personable.”

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2.North Vancouver Walking tour with Local Tastings and Ferry ride

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 58 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $108Top rated

Take the SeaBus from downtown Vancouver to North Vancouver for six food tastings, three alcoholic drinks, and a guided walk through Lonsdale Quay and the Shipyards District. Guides such as Rachel, Kelsey, Kate, and Anna lead the three-hour tour in groups of up to 16.

“Lots of fun. Great tastes. Interesting present day and history of the shipyards. Kelsey was very upbeat.”

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3.6 Hours Private tour of city of Vancouver & North Vancouver

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 37 reviews · 6 hours (approx.) · from $337

This six-hour private Vancouver tour uses a sedan, SUV, or van for up to 12 people. Guides such as Ricky, Joy, Graham, and David can adjust the route, collect you at a hotel, cruise port, airport, or home, and include bottled water, parking, tolls, and city transfers.

“Our guide Ricky was fantastic! Tailored our tour to fit our interests and the limited mobility of 2 members of our party. Kind, patient and very knowledgeable. Worth every penny!”

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4.Capilano Bridge, Cleveland Dam & Lynn Canyon Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 16 reviews · from $136

Spend 6.5 hours with guide Leonardo or Leo exploring Vancouver’s North Shore, from Lynn Canyon and Capilano’s 137-metre bridge to salmon habitat, Cleveland Dam, and Stanley Park. Small-group transport, English or Spanish guiding, and Capilano admission are included in the advertised price.

“leonardo was so nice, good and professional. super nice trips to beautiful sights.”

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5.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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6.2 Hour Chartered Boat Tour from Deep Cove North Vancouver

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 10 reviews · 2 hours (approx.)

Captain Michael Griffiths takes your private group of up to six from Deep Cove along a 12-kilometre stretch of Indian Arm. Expect fjord scenery, waterfalls, islands, seals, birds, historic sites, and plenty of time for questions and photos.

“We had an excellent boat tour! Learned things about the area we never would have unless we had taken the tour. Beautiful scenery of course, saw seals, an eagle and impressive waterfront homes. Michael is a great boat operator and very knowledgeable about the area, even down to recommending local restaurants for dinner. Highly recommended.”

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7.North Vancouver Elite Walking Brewery Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 9 reviews · 2 to 3 hours (approx.) · from $81Best value

Join a small group of up to 12 for a 2 to 3 hour North Vancouver beer walk. You’ll sample 10 beers totaling 40 ounces, eat tacos and snacks, and explore the Quay Market and Shipyards. Guide Arsham brings clear local knowledge and an easygoing style.

“Our guide, Arsham, was very knowledge and personable. He made a good tour great. The tour felt like a great bang for the buck when it comes to the food, drink and information. Very highly recommend”

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8.Mesmerizing Nature Walk in Lynn Canyon Park

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 7 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $123

Join a group of up to six for a three-hour morning trip from downtown Vancouver to Lynn Canyon Park. Your guide, including Roman or Ria depending on the departure, leads you through North Shore rainforest, the Ecology Centre, and across the 50-meter Lynn Canyon Suspension Bridge.

“Well worth the cost. Really good doing it early in the morning. Great knowledgeable guide, Roman and fantastic experience.”

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9.North Shore Mountains Snowshoeing with Transfer

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 6 reviews · 4h 30m · from $109

Leave your Vancouver accommodation for a four-and-a-half-hour snowshoe outing in the North Shore mountains. Your English-speaking guide provides snowshoes, poles, water, local history, and route guidance through snowy forests and subalpine meadows. Groups are limited to seven, with pickup and drop-off included.

“Súper recomendado! Nos encantó la experiencia de invierno, nuestro guia iba súper equipado y nos dio información bastante útil! La vista en la montaña fue excelente. Recomendado al 100%”

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10.PrivateTour Capilano Br+Granville Islan+Hatchery+Lynn Canyon

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 3 reviews · 7h 30m · from $189

Spend 7.5 hours with a live English or Spanish guide visiting Lynn Canyon, Capilano Suspension Bridge, the salmon hatchery, Capilano rainforest, and Granville Island. Guide Leo is described as easygoing and lighthearted. Hotel pickup, transport, and Capilano admission are included.

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11.Grouse Mtn Stanley Park Hatchery Cleveland Dam Lynn Canyon Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 3 reviews · 6 to 7 hours (approx.) · from $148

Spend 6 to 7 hours exploring Vancouver’s North Shore and Stanley Park with a guide such as Leonardo. Ride the Grouse Mountain gondola, walk Lynn Canyon, visit a salmon hatchery, and see Cleveland Dam, Capilano Lake, and the city’s famous park. Hotel pickup and a small group are included.

“Our Guide Leonardo showed us the magnificent views of Grouse Mountain and the lakes surrounding the area. Spectacular scenery complimented by informative and knowledgeable commentary while exploring these spots by Leonardo. The salmon fish hatchery was a highlight too.”

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