Vancouver Hiking Highlights Tour
The ultimate one-day tour for active travellers who want to explore the rainforests of Vancouver's North Shore Mountains.
Tour Inclusions
Dedicated Driver/Guide and transport (mini-coach/minivan)
Pick-up/drop-off in Downtown Vancouver (see details below)
Cross Vancouver's iconic Lion's Gate Bridge by coach
Grouse Grind Trail (2.5 kms/1.55 miles) to top of Grouse Mountain (note that BCMC Trail (3kms/1.86 miles) may be used if Grouse Grind is closed).
Ample free time at Grouse Mountain (Grizzly Bears, cafes, daily shows etc).
Grouse Mountain Gondola Skyride (download included - upload available for additional fee)
Lynn Canyon Suspension Bridge (50m/167 feet high)
Twin Falls at Lynn Creek and/or the 30 Foot Pool
Free time to explore the park's forested trails and natural pools.
Duration: Full Day Tour (7.5 Hours)
Departs near Canada Place in Vancouver downtown
Activity Level: Moderate - includes the grouse grind hike, which is a steep hike of about 2 hours.
Optional uphill gondola available to skip the hike.
From $179CAD (adult)
Combined tour with "Grouse Grind Hike & Capilano Bridge"
This tour is a combined tour with our "Grouse Grind Hike & Capilano Bridge".
If your group has members going for both tours, they will spend the first half (Stanley Park and Grouse Mountain) together.
After descending Grouse Mountain, the group splits up rejoins in the afternoon before returning to Vancouver.
Tour variations and combinations
Uphill Gondola to skip the hike
Skip the hike and purchase an uphill gondola ticket.
Additional fee applies per person - see booking page for rates.
You will ascend to the top of grouse mountain and enjoy 3.5 hours on the mountain top. The mountain offers restaurants and various activities.
Take full advantage of seasonal shows, such as the owl talk, lumberjack show, birds of prey show.
Take the relaxing peak chairlift to the very top of the mountain.
This option is most suitable for mixed groups of hikers and non-hikers
Please be aware that our guide will stay with the hikers and meets the non-hikers upon reaching the top station.
Pick-up Location & Departure Time
Location: 869 West Cordova Street, Vancouver - Meet at the Plaza between Waterfront & Cordova Streets (across the road from Canada Place, by the white curvy stone benches).
Departure Time: 8:30am (plan to check-in between 10-15 minutes prior to departure)