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Take a Tour on the Water This Summer in Vancouver

by Taryn Eyton in Outside on June 24, 2024

Paddlewheeler cruise in Coal Harbour, Vancouver. Photo: Harbour Cruises

See Vancouver from a new angle: get out on the water and experience our city’s stunning skyline, lush greenery and vibrant waterfront on a boat tour. Take a cruise on a paddlewheeler, zip around on a zodiac, watch the fireworks from the water, or dine in style while you cruise past the city.

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Take a Tour on the Water This Summer in Vancouver

One Amazing Summer Day in Vancouver

by Taryn Eyton in Outside, Town on June 3, 2024

Shipyards Night Market; Destination Vancouver/Vision Event Photography Inc.

Spend an amazing summer day soaking up the sunshine in Vancouver on patios, at the beach, on a paddleboard, and at outdoor markets.

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One Amazing Summer Day in Vancouver

How to Go Paddleboarding in Vancouver

by Taryn Eyton in Outside on May 29, 2024

Two people are seen in silhouette paddleboarding in Vancouver

Paddleboarding near Kits Beach. Photo: Destination Vancouver/Kindred and Scout

Vancouver is the perfect place to plan a paddleboarding adventure. You can get on the water in the heart of downtown, at the beaches, and on wilderness coastlines. No matter where you go, you’ll experience incredible mountain and cityscape views.

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How to Go Paddleboarding in Vancouver

8 Unique Ways to Go for a Paddle in Vancouver

by Taryn Eyton in Outside on July 24, 2023

Kayakers paddle in False Creek at Sunset. Photo: Destination Vancouver/Kindred & Scout

Vancouver is a beautiful place to paddle a kayak, canoe, or stand-up paddleboard. But you can take your trip to the next level by paddling during the full moon, kayaking with seals, and more unique paddling options.

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8 Unique Ways to Go for a Paddle in Vancouver

6 Places to Try Stand-Up Paddleboarding in Vancouver

by Taryn Eyton in Outside on August 15, 2019

Paddleboarding on False Creek in Vancouver

Paddleboarding in False Creek. Image credit: Tourism Vancouver / Tanya Goehring

In the last few years, stand-up paddleboarding (also known as “SUP”) has become really popular. Since you stand up on the board, you get a full-body workout AND you get a much better view of your surroundings than if you were sitting in a kayak or canoe. There are lots of places near Vancouver to try it out, plus some unusual ways to experience this fun new sport.

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6 Places to Try Stand-Up Paddleboarding in Vancouver

Three New Vancouver Ocean Adventures for Summer 2017

by Brianna Prasloski in Outside on May 15, 2017

Ahoy matey! Surrounded by the ocean, the port-city of Vancouver offers all sorts of water adventures, from relaxing cruises to energizing paddles. Get your sea legs about you this summer and explore Vancouver and its waterways by boat – check out these three new ocean tours:

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Three New Vancouver Ocean Adventures for Summer 2017