Nature Tours in Sidney, BC
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15 results
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Winter Wildlife Eco-Tour (3.5 hrs.)
by Eagle Wing Whale Watching Adventure ToursGet a load of some of the Victoria area’s aquatic wildlife in the fall and winter months. Expect to see seals, sea otters, eagles and other sea birds on this eco adventure with Eagle Wing Adventures. You’ll zip along southern Vancouver Island’s scenic coastline and learn all about the rich biodiversity found in the region. And who knows, you may even see an orca whale or dolphin on your informative tour. Tour operates daily at 1pm from November 1 to April 30.
Victoria, BC (25 km from Sidney)
$105 CAD Per Adult (16+) -
Sea Safari Tour (2 hrs.)
by Sewell's MarinaExperience beautiful Howe Sound from the seat of a high-speed inflatable boat. This speedy-but-safe tour will whisk you past stunning cliffs, into oceanside caves and out on the Strait of Georgia for breathtaking views of the surrounding islands, Vancouver City and some of West Van’s high-class homes. Your experienced guide will provide rich colour commentary of the area’s history and abundant wildlife. Speaking of wildlife, you’re likely to see plenty; expect to spot bald eagles soaring in the sky and harbour seals frolicking in the sea. This two-hour tour offers a taste of the west coast’s natural and urban beauty. *This tour operates April-October. *Sewell’s Sea Safari watercraft is a custom-designed, 30-foot rigid-hull inflatable equipped with a VHF radio, navigation system, GPS, cell phone and Coast Guard approved lifejackets.
Vancouver, BC (71 km from Sidney)
$73 CAD Per Adult (18-64) -
Floatplane Glacier Tour
by Whistler AirGet an eyeful of the glaciers BC is famous for. This one-hour flight, which leaves from downtown Vancouver, will take you up Howe Sound to Garibaldi Park near Squamish, home to sleeping volcanoes, gorgeous Garibaldi Lake and massive glaciers. Learn about the mile-wide lava dam that created this 1,000-foot-deep lake thousands of years ago.
Vancouver, BC (71 km from Sidney)
$200 CAD Per Person -
Alpine Lake Floatplane Landing Tour
by Whistler AirA lakeside visit you won’t soon forget. Hop aboard a floatplane in the Vancouver Harbour and fly north, where you’ll pass over massive glaciers and picturesque peaks. Then you spot it: a picture-perfect lake with turquoise-coloured waters. Your pilot takes you in for a landing, flying over a waterfall, and you step off to set foot on a sandy beach. Enjoy an optional picnic lunch before returning to Vancouver satisfied.
Vancouver, BC (71 km from Sidney)
$249 CAD Per Person -
Private Guided Snowshoeing in North Vancouver (4.5-5 hrs.)
by Natural TrekkingExperience a winter wonderland first-hand with this snowshoe trek. Your guide will pick you up at a location of your choice and head up to the North Shore mountains, where you’ll strap on some snowshoes and hit the trail. Even first-time snowshoers will have no problem getting mobile. After about an hour, you’ll stop at your turn-around point for a tasty picnic lunch. Then it’s back to the trailhead and your drop-off point. This tour available as a daytime or evening tour. This price is per guest, with a minimum of two and a maximum of six per tour. Pick up can be arranged at the cruise ship terminal or your Vancouver or North Vancouver hotel.
Vancouver, BC (71 km from Sidney)
$129 CAD Per Person (2-6 people) -
Private Best of Vancouver Tour (6-8 hrs.)
by Natural TrekkingHit the highlights with this all-encompassing tour. Your guide will pick you up at your location and whisk you away for a day of sightseeing at Vancouver’s top attractions. Take a stroll through Gastown, cruise through Stanley Park and visit Granville Island to browse the market. Then you head across the beautiful Lion’s Gate Bridge to Vancouver’s North Shore, home to the famed Capilano Suspension Bridge and Grouse Mountain. After exploring one (or both) of these scenic spots, cap it all off with a snack at Altitudes Bistro, located at the peak of Grouse Mountain and home to stunning views (this is one tour you won’t want to forget your camera for). Then you’ll be dropped off at your hotel, the airport or the cruise ship terminal. This tour can be done at any time of year. This price is per guest, with a minimum of two and a maximum of six per tour. The six-hour time window includes a stop at either Grouse Mountain or the Capilano Suspension Bridge. If you’d like to spend time at both, budget for an eight-hour tour; additional hourly charges apply. This is a sample itinerary. Let your guide know what you’re interested in seeing and they’ll do their best to make it happen. Pick up can be arranged at the Vancouver airport, the cruise ship terminal or your hotel.
Vancouver, BC (71 km from Sidney)
$199 CAD Per Person (6 hours, 2-6 people) -
Private Guided North Shore Hike (4.5 hrs.)
by Natural TrekkingVancouver’s North Shore is known to be a hot spot for hikers and other outdoor enthusiasts. Let Natural Trekking take you on a customized hike through this gorgeous area. You’ll be picked up at your area hotel or place of stay and transported over to the North Shore, where you’ll hit the trail with your expert guide. Learn about the area’s history, vegetation and geology as you work up a sweat on your two-hour trek. Halfway through, you’ll pause to enjoy a light snack and take in the gorgeous rainforests, mountain vista or eagle soaring overhead. After your hike is done, you’ll be transported back to where you were picked up. This is truly a hassle-free hike. This price is per guest, with a minimum of two and a maximum of six per tour. Pick up can be arranged at the cruise ship terminal or your Vancouver, Richmond or North Vancouver hotel. Your exact trek location will be determined depending on your time constraints, pick up location, fitness level and desired destination.
Vancouver, BC (71 km from Sidney)
$129 CAD Per Person (2-6 people) -
General Admission to Vancouver’s Amazing Aquarium
by Vancouver AquariumIt’s true; not all aquariums are created equal. As you step foot in The Vancouver Aquarium Marine Science Centre, prepare yourself to experience an aquatic adventure second to none. This is the ideal outing for families, but there’s a lot to entertain kids of all ages. If you have young ones, don’t miss Clownfish Cove- a children’s area that features a fun variety of live animals, including corn snakes, clownfish, local fish, touchpools and a bunch of explorative centers. Before you depart, don’t miss an opportunity to recharge at the Aquarium’s café or shop to your heart’s content at the gift shop. The Aquarium is open to visitors 365 days a year and is conveniently located in Stanley Park. Summer Hours (June 25 – September 5, 2011) 9:30 AM – 7:00 PM daily (Doors close at 6:45 PM) Fall Hours ( September 6, 2011 – June 2012) 9:30 AM – 5:00 PM daily (Doors close at 4:45 PM) 4D theatre shows are free with general admission. A variety of exciting animal shows occur daily. The Aquarium is a non-profit association.
Vancouver, BC (71 km from Sidney)
$21 CAD Per Adult (19-64) -
Wonderful Winter Wildlife Excursion (2.5-3 hrs.)
by SpringTide ChartersSensational seascapes, diverse marine wildlife, and an assortment of splendid birds fill your SpringTide wildlife excursion from the word “go”! Check out this exceptional tour of the active waters off Victoria’s coast. You’ll have ample opportunity for bird watching and enjoy a visit to Race Rocks marine protected park, where you can observe sea lions frolicking in their natural habitat. You may even be fortunate enough to spot members of the transient killer whale population or humpback whales, known to travel the waters near Victoria during this time of year. All the while, a Dall’s porpoise inquisitively swims near the bow of your boat. Photographic opportunities are plentiful; excitement fills every moment! This special tour is offered mid October through early April. Use the Travergence system to confirm the tour’s availability. Your naturalist guide will help you learn more about your surroundings by providing interesting and informative information about the wildlife you view. Bald eagles, great blue heron and cormorants are just a few of the spectacular birds you may encounter.
Victoria, BC (25 km from Sidney)
$99 CAD Per Adult -
Private Highlights of Vancouver Tour (4 hrs.)
by Natural TrekkingIf you’re pressed for time and want to cram as much as you can into a Vancouver visit, take this tour for a spin. Your guide will pick you up at a location of your choice and head to Vancouver’s Chinatown and Gastown for a stroll around these history-rich neighbourhoods. Then you’ll head to scenic Stanley Park, a must-visit for anyone coming to Vancouver. Wander this gorgeous greenspace and stop at Totem Park or Prospect Point to snap some photos. After that, you’ll hop a ferry to Granville Island, home to a bustling market, a brewery and other fun shopping spots. By the time your guide returns you to your drop-off spot, you’ll feel like you’ve hit all of the city’s must sees. This shorter tour is a great choice for cruise-ship visitors. This tour can be done at any time of year. This price is per guest, with a minimum of two and a maximum of six per tour. This is a sample itinerary. Let your guide know what you’re interested in seeing and they’ll do their best to make it happen. Pick up can be arranged at the Vancouver airport, the cruise ship terminal or your hotel.
Vancouver, BC (71 km from Sidney)
$129 CAD Per Person (2-6 people) -
Vancouver Floatplane Tour
by Whistler AirGet a whole new perspective on Vancouver. Your 30-minute tour starts with an exciting water takeoff from the Vancouver Harbour, then continues over the historic Lion’s Gate Bridge and up to picturesque Horseshoe Bay. As your pilot fills you in on the history of the area, you’ll circle back and fly over Stanley Park and downtown before coming in for a landing.
Vancouver, BC (71 km from Sidney)
$100 CAD Per Person -
BC Coast Floatplane Tour
by Whistler AirExperience an aerial view of BC’s rugged coastline. One of Whistler Air’s floatplanes will take you over Howe Sound and up the Sunshine Coast for a 45-minute tour, where your pilot will give you the full rundown on how massive glaciers carved these gorgeous inlets millennia ago. Loop back and experience views of Stanley Park and downtown Vancouver as you return to land in Vancouver’s harbour.
Vancouver, BC (71 km from Sidney)
$150 CAD Per Person -
Memorable Flight; Amazing Butchart Gardens Outing
by Harbour Air SeaplanesA visit to Victoria just isn’t complete without an excursion to Butchart Gardens. Come find out for yourself. You’ll board your seaplane in Victoria Harbour, enjoy a scrumptious flightseeing trip and splash down at Butchart Gardens’ private dock. This fifty-five acre oasis boasts impeccably landscaped open spaces, intimate, meandering pathways, charming floral coves, and an incredible restaurant- to which you’ll be treated! Sit down for an intimate, specially selected three-course dinner in the hub of the gardens at the Dining Room Restaurant. Now that your taste buds are more than satisfied, give the rest of your sense a treat. Enjoy an unhurried stroll through the magical floodlit gardens. Then step into a luxurious limousine that will carry you back to downtown Victoria. This activity operates daily, from June 15 through September 15. Your tour lasts 4 hours, including scenic seaplane flight, 3-course dinner and limousine ride back to Victoria.
Victoria, BC (25 km from Sidney)
$239 CAD Per Person -
Capilano Suspension Bridge & Vancouver Big Bus Tour
by Big BusA visit to Vancouver isn’t complete without an excursion to the Capilano Suspension Bridge. Nestled in the West Coast rainforest, this truly unique attraction offers an exciting mix of adventure, history and culture. Take a thrilling walk across the 450 foot long suspension bridge, traverse high above the forest floor on the seven suspension bridges of Treetops Adventure, then prepare for an unprecedented journey: Cliffwalk. Cliffwalk is a suspended glass walkway that juts out from the cliff face through thick rainforest vegetation, high above the Capilano River. Rest assured, this exhilarating experience is one you’ll never forget! Working up an appetite? No problem; the Capilano Suspension Bridge boasts three diverse dining options! When you’re ready to hit Vancouver’s other incredible attractions, jump on Big Bus! Big Bus takes you to a variety of Vancouver’s most cherished destinations in the comfort of a spacious, clean touring bus. Other Capilano Suspension Bridge activities include: Kia’palano, a First Nations’ Cultural Center, Eco-tours, Gift store, and Totem Park, just for starters! The Capilano Suspension sways 230 ft above the rushing waters of the Capilano River. It’s Vancouver’s oldest attraction, originally built in 1889. You can hop-on Big Bus at any one of 22 stops around Vancouver city. Your 2 day boarding pass does not need to be used on two consecutive days. It is valid for two weeks from the first day’s usage.
North Vancouver, BC (78 km from Sidney)
$72 CAD Per Adult (19-64) -
Discover Grouse Mountain & Tour Vancouver by Big Bus
by Big BusAdventure and stunning panoramic views are waiting for you on top of Grouse Mountain, and Big Bus is ready to take you there. Get on Big Bus for a safe, comfortable ride to the base of Grouse Mountain. Then, enjoy a thrilling ride to the very top via the mountain’s famous Skyride, a cable-run tram that provides simply sensational scenery. Next enjoy a leisurely hike, an exhilarating ride on a zipline, a breathtaking paraglide, or even a romantic picnic. When you’re ready to hit Vancouver’s other beautiful attractions, jump on Big Bus! Big Bus takes you to a variety of Vancouver’s most cherished destinations in the comfort of a spacious, clean touring bus. Get off Big Bus as you please- and tour, shop, or enjoy a local meal. Then, at your convenience, hop back on Big Bus again and you’re off to discover another exciting Vancouver destination. Get ready; the sights and sounds of Vancouver will impress you! The Skyride departs every 15 minutes, 9am to 10pm, 7 days a week. *Observatory at the top of Grouse Mountain offers a coffee bar, fine dining and casual dining are offered at the top of Grouse Mountain (additional fee.) You can hop-on Big Bus at any one of 22 stops around Vancouver city. Your 2 day boarding pass does not need to be used on two consecutive days. It is valid for two weeks from the first day’s usage. *Grouse Mountain is located in North Vancouver, a short public transit ride from Big Bus Stop #2.
North Vancouver, BC (78 km from Sidney)
$81 CAD Per Adult (19-64)
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