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Snorkel & Seal Adventure: Vancouver Boat Tour

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West Vancouver, Canada
Snorkel & Seal Adventure: Vancouver Boat Tour
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Snorkel & Seal Adventure: Vancouver Boat Tour
Incredible Howe Sound!
Guests enjoying the Sea Life Cruise!
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icon5 hours  (approx.)
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iconOffered in: English
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Overview

Kayak in Howe Sound and snorkel with Vancouver's resident harbor seals during this half-day eco-adventure. Board a boat from Horseshoe Bay with your adventure guide, headed toward the Pam Rocks seal colony. Slip into the provided snorkel gear and wetsuit, then dive in for an up-close experience with seals, following their lead. Kayak around the bay and the rocks, experiencing the marine environment while in a low-profile boat. A sightseeing-only option is available for those passengers who wish to stay dry on the boat. All kayaking and snorkeling equipment, refreshments and light snacks are included.
  • Boating, snorkeling, and kayaking adventure in Vancouver
  • Snorkel and kayak among harbor seals at Pam Rocks
  • All equipment included; no kayaking or snorkeling experience necessary
  • Sightseeing only option lets you stay on the boat
  • Admire Vancouver's coastal scenery
  • Led by expert adventure guides
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Light refreshments and snacks
All snorkel equipment including wet suits
Professional and friendly staff to guide guests in water
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Transportation to/from Horseshoe Bay
Parking fees in Horseshoe Bay
Gratuities
6373 Bruce St , 6373 Bruce St, West Vancouver, BC V7W 2G5, Canada
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2:00 PM
This activity will end right where it started.
Make your way to the expedition center in Horseshoe Bay, where you board the boat for your adventure on the water. Set off to the North, traveling to Howe Sound's Pam Rocks, home to the resident seal colony. 

Snap photos of the harbor seals sunning themselves on the rocks and moving effortlessly through the water. Harbor seals can grow up to six feet (1.8 meters) in length and are known to be docile and curious. 

Don a provided wet suit and snorkel gear, then slip into the water and watch the seals from a respectful distance under the supervision of your snorkel guide. Chances are, the seals may want to check out their visitors; you and your group follow their lead and your guide ensures your safety. Kayakers climb into their boats and float nearby; the seals may bob along the surface next to the kayaks or swim playfully underneath. Switch between kayaking and snorkeling, or simply stay on the boat and watch the show. No snorkeling or kayaking experience is necessary.

This excursion includes snacks, hot soup, and cold drinks, all of which can be enjoyed while cruising back to Horseshoe Bay, admiring ocean and mountain scenery of Howe Sound.

Your tour ends up back at your departure point in Horseshoe Bay.
  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
  • Please note: There is a possibility of cancellation after confirmation if there are not enough passengers to meet requirements. 'Sightseeing Only' option cannot operate without enough divers or snorkelers.
  • Guests must be able to swim
  • Guest weights, heights, and shoe size must be shared with staff at time of booking.
  • Trip operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately. If canceled due to poor weather, an alternative date will be suggested.
  • Children must be accompanied by parent or guardian
  • Children under 19 must have waiver signed by parent or guardian
  • Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 10 travelers
  • OPERATED BY Sea Dragon Charters
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
  • This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
  • This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.

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The answers provided below are based on answers previously given by the tour provider to customers’ questions.
Q:
What is the policy on face masks and attendee health during Snorkel & Seal Adventure: Vancouver Boat Tour?
A:The policies on face masks and attendee health are:

  • Face masks required for travelers in public areas
  • Face masks required for guides in public areas
  • Face masks provided for travelers
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What is the policy on sanitization during Snorkel & Seal Adventure: Vancouver Boat Tour?
A:The policies on sanitization are:

  • Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff
  • Regularly sanitized high-traffic areas
  • Gear/equipment sanitized between use
  • Transportation vehicles regularly sanitized
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What is the social distancing policy during Snorkel & Seal Adventure: Vancouver Boat Tour?
A:The policies on social distancing are:

  • Social distancing enforced throughout experience
  • Contactless payments for gratuities and add-ons
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What measures are being taken to ensure staff health & safety during Snorkel & Seal Adventure: Vancouver Boat Tour?
A:The policy on staff health & safety is:

  • Guides required to regularly wash hands
See all safety measures taken by Snorkel & Seal Adventure: Vancouver Boat Tour.

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Definitely recommend!
steve_j
, Aug 2022
Swimming with the seals in such close proximity was a unique experience! They sometimes swim up to you.
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star-5
Great tour, snorkeling with seals
Douglas_K
, Aug 2022
Great tour. We didnt get a chance to kayak as the larger boat was down for repairs. They did communicate this to us early. We got to see and snorkel with a bunch of seals up close.
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Beautiful day, beautiful seals!
rebecca_c
, Aug 2022
Lovely team of people. Being able to swim at the same time in the same place as the seals was great! It would have been better to make sure people didn't get too close as some seals were quite wary and some pups were slightly anxious. Also to know how as an eco tour they compensate the gas going into the atmosphere would be beneficial. The place help get you ready, you get full kit and then the boat was great to be on. We also saw bald eagles which was a great bonus!
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star-5
A unique and fun experience
Dominik_K
, Aug 2022
Staff were friendly, and the experience was unique and fun. It was great to seals so close in their natural habitat.
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Highly recommend
aimeewighton
, Jul 2022
This was one of my favourite tours I’ve done. Seals come so close and other wildlife. I felt safe and comfortable for my first time snorkelling.
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Disappointed
sherrie_n
, Jun 2022
Very disappointed. My excursion was cancelled the day before my reservation. I feel once excursion is scheduled and paid for it should be honored. Vacation is scheduled around excursion. Wouldn’t schedule again for fear would be cancelled again. Would not recommend to friends.
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icon Response from Host , Jun 2022
Hi Sherrie, We are truly sorry that we had to cancel your trip on such short notice. Unfortunately we had an unforeseeable mechanical issue with our boat despite all preparations and maintenance beforehand. This was not something we could anticipate and no one is more devastated than we are that we had to cancel. There was another seal related excursion that we suggested as an alternative event from the same marina. We are really truly sorry that this has happened.
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Great!
Inbal_L
, Jun 2022
Captain Kevin and the ladies were great! We came a bit early which was great because we didn't have our swimsuits on, so it gave us some time to pay for parking and get changed. We got fitted for wetsuits and the ladies there were very helpful. Then once the rest of the group arrived and got suited up, we went out onto the boat to meet Captain Kevin (who was also great)! We went swimming with the seals, had some hot soup, and went kayaking near a different island where there were supposed to be seals, but unfortunately some of us didn't get to spot any. Quite a lot of time is spent on the boat, and unfortunately seals aren't always there/plentiful. They may also be super shy and not up to showing off to you. Water was quite cold, super glad for the wetsuits, water gloves and water socks the crew gave us because they definitely helped. Was fun nonetheless, and definitely a unique experience. Met amazing people too!
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Amazing staff
Brenda_B
, May 2022
The staff was great. They took good care of us. Kayaking along the shoreline was amazing. Highlight was being able to see the seals under water. Would definitely do this again!
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star-5
Absolutely Amazing first time experience!
Charmaine_L
, Oct 2021
Absolutely breathtaking experience being submerged into the salt water reminded me of how exhiliaserene nature can be! From the start of the tour to the end of the tour absolutely incredible! I actually got to be up close and personal with a sea lion! What are the odds? The captain David and his guide Mathias made my first experience memorable with their knowledge, open mindedness and passion for their trade contributed to an experience that l will talk about forever! What fun it was to interact with the seals. Unbelievable! How curious they are!
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star-5
Amazing!!!! Will do it again
Les_B
, Oct 2021
The highlight of my trip to vancouver. Thought it was going to be canceled due to weather conditions so i messaged the booking peeps and the response was: rain or shine we are out today. That message got me pumped. The ambiance was nice on the boat & in the water. Everyone needs to experience it once. Love Van City. Thanks guys
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star-5
Great ttip
Todd_B
, Sep 2021
Super accommodating and beautiful trip. Scenery amazing. Kayaking was fun. Good equipment. Highly recommend
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2 travelers found this review helpful
star-5
Local adventure fun for all from far and near
adriana_M
, Sep 2021
Incredible adventure but the most amazing part of my trip was watching a seal sneak up and took a playful tug at one of the flippers of one of my coadventurists and saw me and came up to check me out. Loads of beautiful starfish and schools of fish were incredible! I thought you needed to scuba dive in order to see such beauty but the staff gave us the adventure of our lives, while respecting the wildlife. I'm a local girl and would highly recommend doing this jewel of a tour.
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star-5
Lots of seals and sea stars
Marie_S
, Sep 2021
It was pretty amazing even in bad weather. Very professional team of Sea Dragon Charters made it to be a very nice experience.
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star-5
Snorkeling and kayaking with the seals
Lois_V
, Sep 2021
This was a fabulous trip. We explored the shorelines on kayaks and paddle boards. Snorkeling with the seals was so special. The crew was excellent. The hot soup after the snorkel really hit the spot. A wonderful trip.
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Kayaking and snorkeling with the seals
Lois_V
, Sep 2021
Kayaking and paddle boarding in the ocean amongst the beautiful islands and seals was spectacular! The crew was excellent. The hot soup after our snorkel really hit the spot too. A fabulous experience!
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Last minute cancellation and waiting for full refunds
Julia_L
, Aug 2021
I booked this tour and organized trip to Vancouver for this event. Due to Covid, even whole family received full vaccination. We all did necessary Covid testing prior to visiting Vancouver. And we were random pick for Covid testing so, another Covid testing was done at Vancouver. Less than a two days before, receive a phone call from Sea Dragon that their boat can’t do the job due to receiving a wrong part(s). I am currently, waiting for full refund from Viator. Our family really look forward to this event and due to cancellation and not receiving a refund makes me upset and disappointing about booking through Viator. When can I receive my full refund??
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1 traveler found this review helpful
star-5
Check this excursion out!
Michela_C
, Aug 2021
Had the opportunity to do this excursion yesterday and had the time of my life. The crew who took care of us went above and beyond to ensure we all had a great time. Thank you for a great time. Would love to do this excursion . Highly recommended
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2 travelers found this review helpful
star-5
Best moment of the week
Bernard_B
, Aug 2020
Very nice excursion, we had a nice group . The captain and his crew made our short trip to remember. Specially our guide Julien in the water.
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icon Response from Host , Aug 2020
Thank-you for the review! Julien will be very happy to know he did a great job for you!
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1 traveler found this review helpful
star-5
Absolutely amazing
Carmen_B
, Jul 2020
This was the most spectacular wildlife experience I have had in my life. The staff were absolutely amazing. I highly recommend that if you are looking to get close and personal with nature to do this excursion! I loved it!
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icon Response from Host , Aug 2020
Thank-you so much for taking the time do a review! Many people are surprised that we have this incredible wilderness in Vancouver's backyard!
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1 traveler found this review helpful
star-5
Best experience
Michael_G
, Jul 2019
Seals in their normal habitat - lots of Them. Great crew and just a wonderfull experience. Recommendable.
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2 travelers found this review helpful
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