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The Ultimate Day Tour- Tour Details

Single Rider only:

$759, plus tax (12pm departure)

$699, plus tax (8am departure) 

 

Duration

7 Hours

 

Meeting/End Location

Granville Island, 1812 Boatlift Lane

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Max Group Size

Subject to a trip minimum of two Seadoos

We provide a guide for every 6 riders

Maximum twelve seadoos

Larger group sizes can be arranged upon request

 

Ages

  • Minimum age to drive as a single rider is 16. Riders under 19 must have a valid driver’s license to operate our Sea-doos
  • Riders 19 years of age or older, must provide a valid driver’s license or passport

 

Highlights:

  • Invigorating 7-hour jet ski tour through the Howe Islands
  • Lunch at the Public Market in the famous town of Gibsons on the Sunshine Coast
  • See two seal colonies, bald eagle habitats, and Horseshoe Bay on the way to the old growth temperate rainforest beyond Gambier Island
  • Stable, fast & sporty jet skis perfect for all skill levels (be as adventurous as you like!)

What’s Included

  • Professional Guide
  • Lifejackets (mandatory)
  • Wetsuit (optional)
  • Fuel
  • A one-day Boaters License
  • Pelican case for phone
  • Lunch in Gibsons

What’s Not Included

  • Gratuities for your guide

Important Notes

  • Please arrive 1 hour early to check in and get set up. 
  • Mandatory $12 collision coverage and a $1000 credit card hold are required at the point of purchase.
  • No double-rider seadoos on this tour.

What to Bring

Government-issued photo ID, a credit card for the damage deposit, water, sunglasses, waterproof sunscreen, bathing suit and towel

Cancellation Policy

Cancel up to 1 hour before with Trip Cancellation

Tours Run Rain or Shine

Tickets

Reservations are required

Instant Confirmation

Email & Mobile Tickets Accepted

Important...

While we do accept walk-up participants, our tours and rentals regularly sell out. To get your preferred choice and to avoid missing out, we highly recommend booking as soon as possible.

Ultimate Day - Tour Overview

The Ultimate Day out on the water! This 7-hour tour includes lunch in the famous town of Gibsons on the Sunshine Coast. Travel through the Howe Islands and visit amazing locations. You will travel by two different seal colonies, bald eagle habitats, Horseshoe Bay and to the old growth temperate rainforest beyond Gambier Island. This is without a doubt our best tour and an experience you will never forget.

 

Exhilarating, Stable & Fun

Our quick-accelerating Seadoos are simple to drive and stable enough for beginners to learn on – but fast and agile enough for spins, deep cornering, and letting it rip on the open water.

 

Access a Whole New World

While the majority of visitors stay on the pavement and pathways, you’ll ride into the world’s southernmost glacial fjord and experience unforgettable landscapes only accessible by water.

 

Local Gems & Hidden Hangouts

Discover the best-kept secrets of local boaters. Your guide will show you where the seals are hiding, the perfect cove to jump in for a swim, and take you to the most instagrammable views.

 

Award-Winning Guides

Beyond the jaw-dropping scenery, your experienced and friendly captain will share stories, local history, geological features, and answer any questions you have throughout the tour.

 

Memorable Wildlife Encounters

With a visit to our local seal colony, get up close and personal with starfish, seals, sea lions, jellyfish, bald eagles, and even occasionally spot some of our black bears and dolphins.

Why Vancouver Water Adventures

The Lowest Price. Period.

Book directly on Vancouverwateradventures.com or call our office to get the best price on our tours and rentals. Find it cheaper? We’ll refund the difference!

Flexible Cancellations

Cancel up to 1 hour before with Trip Cancellation for a FULL refund. We know that plans can change, that’s why we offer one of the most generous cancellation policies in the watersports industry.

What Our Guests Are Saying

Wonderful Morning on the Water! … We explored Howe Sound on a beautiful morning with very few other vessels around. The Seadoos were pretty easy to get the hang of and Kevin was an awesome teacher and guide. Beautiful scenery, fast Seadoos, open water, knowledgeable and easygoing guide to lead the way, spotting wildlife and landmarks…couldn’t ask for a better experience. Highly recommended and worth every penny! Thanks Kevin!

ML.
Tripadvisor

Awesome seadoo tour! …Even though it was raining at the beginning, Brodey made our tour fabulous. Water was so calm and we could easily race up to Gambier island with the group… Their seadoos are brand new, in perfect shape and really powerful (130hp). That means 85kmh on the water in no time. Great adventure. Thanks for the tour, Brodey.

Michael M
Tripadvisor

We had a blast!! We had so much fun and saw amazing places and landscapes! Sven is a truly five star guide! He walked us through all the safety rules and important stuff to know, gave us a lot of fun facts & info about Vancouver… and created a great and fun experience on the water. He adapted the pace & speed so that each member of the group felt safe, comfortable and had fun! I really recommend this experience!

Mihai
Tripadvisor

I opted for a private jet ski tour this time for my partner’s birthday (as a surprise) and she was absolutely blown away and had a BLAST! It was her first time and she said it was one of the funnest things she’s ever done 🙂 Our private tour guide Justin was EXCEPTIONAL and made our day on the water one to remember

Steve C
Guest Review

Our boat captain was delightful and informative, the area we toured was breathtaking, and the equipment felt safe and well maintained.

Ally
Vancouver

A Brand You Can Trust

Over 300,000 Guests Since 2009
2,000+ 5-star reviews
Award-Winning Tours & Customer Service

Certificate of Excellence – 2013 – 2020

TripAdvisor Travellers Choice Award 2020 – 2022

Winner Travel and Hospitality award 2021

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Frequently asked questions

One  full tank of fuel is included in your rental.

If you fall off, the emergency cut off switch will be automatically triggered and stop the Sea-doo.  Your life jacket will keep you afloat while you get back on from the rear of the jet ski.

Yes! No experience is required. All you need to drive is a valid driver’s license and be 16 years or older. One of our staff will go over the controls and proper operation of the Seadoo. The first few minutes are within a no wake zone (5 mph speed limit) where you will get the feel of it before you accelerate out in the open water. Your guide will continue to give you tips throughout the tour.

You don’t need to know how to swim to ride a Sea-doo. If you fall in, your lifejacket will keep you afloat while you get back on the Sea-doo. You do need to feel comfortable in and around the water with the lifejacket on so that if you do fall off you are able to confidently get back to the Sea-doo.

Seven hours is a long time to be riding on the back of a Seadoo. For maximum comfort and enjoyment, we’ve made this tour single-rider only.

It’s very unlikely that you will get wet, but being out on the water, there is always the chance! We have small lockers for rent at our office for personal valuables or you can bring a backpack and store it under your seat on the Zodiac.

We have full-length wetsuits that are optional and complimentary for all our guests. They won’t keep you dry but they will keep you warm when wet as well as protect you from the sun. We also have change rooms that you can use.

We run rentals rain or shine, unless the conditions are dangerous. Vancouver is known for its sunny skies from June through September and you can grab a complimentary wetsuit at any time of year.

You can leave your shoes right on the dock, but you’re also welcome to leave them in a cubby inside the office. Water shoes are not needed but can help keep your feet warm.

The Base & Sport models have space for your phone, wallet, keys, a small bag but not a backpack. The Luxury Model can easily accommodate a picnic and supplies for the day

We have cubbies in our office as well as small paid lockers for valuables such as wallets, passports and phones.

Our guests often choose to wear a bathing suit and wetsuit combination, as denim & jeans are prohibited on the Seadoos. Otherwise, you’re welcome to wear anything you feel comfortable in.

It’s up to you. We offer complimentary pelican or waterproof cases that fit most phones. We also have waterproof cases for purchase. We recommend keeping phones in the storage compartment at the front of the Sea-doo while you are moving.

The office is a 20 second walk from the dock!

We offer 3 models for those renting a seadoo in Vancouver:

  • Our Base Model - GTX 130 Pro
  • Our Sport Model - GTI se 170
  • Our Luxury Model - Fishpro Trophy 170

See the table above for a full comparison of the features and benefits!

Jet Ski, Waverunner and Sea-doo are brand names of personal water crafts. They’re all personal watercraft powered by a jet of water vs a traditional propeller.

For riders 16- 18 years of age, you must provide your valid driver’s license to operate our Sea-doos. If you’re 19 years of age or older, any valid government issued photo ID must be provided to operate any of our Sea-doos. 

Please arrive 1 hour  prior to your departure.

Credit card holds are preferred, however we can do a debit withdrawal** (refunded when you return without damage) or cash (returned when you return without damage)

Paid parking is available throughout Granville Island near our office. There’s lots of space but on the weekends it can fill up, so plan to arrive a little early. Want to skip the hassle? You can easily catch a 10-15 min Uber or taxi from any hotel downtown!

 

Here are our suggestions for paid parking on Granville Island: 

Old Bridge Indoor Parkade 

Anderson Street Parking Lot

Granville Island Parking Lot

Base Model: A $12 collision coverage and $1000 credit card hold

Sport Model: A $12 collision coverage and $2000 credit card hold

Luxury Model: A $12 collision coverage and $3500 credit card hold

The credit card hold works similar to renting a car and we release the funds as soon as the equipment is returned without damage, in good working condition. Please note that your Credit Card must be brought in and physically present in order to process the hold.

 

If you acquired the Trip Protection for your booking during checkout, you can cancel up to 1 hour before departure time for a full refund. Otherwise, the following policy applies:
i
) 100% refund for bookings cancelled more than 7 days before your booking time.
ii) 50% refund for bookings cancelled between 3 and 7 days before your booking time.
iii) Bookings cancelled less than 3 days before your booking time have no refund.

For groups larger than 6 we require 7 days notice for a full cancellation without Trip Protection

Advanced reservations are required. To maximize your chances of getting the day and time you prefer, please book well in advance.

You must be 19 years of age or older to sign your waiver. Anyone under 19 years of age must have a parent or legal guardian sign the waiver for them.

If you feel your tour captain has provided a great experience, gratuities are encouraged— and welcomed—at the end of your tour. We believe that recognizing excellent service is a personal matter, though 15-20% of your ticket price is a good rule of thumb.

YES! We have comfortable, slim-design inflatable life jackets for all of our guests to wear.

We’re here to help! Simply call us at (604) 736-5155 if you have any additional questions or concerns.

How To Find Us

1812 Boatlift Ln, Vancouver,
BC V6H 3Y2

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Parking Options

Paid parking is available throughout Granville Island near our office. There’s lots of space but on the weekends it can fill up, so plan to arrive a little early. Want to skip the hassle? You can easily catch a 10-15 min Uber or taxi from any hotel downtown!

Here are our suggestions for paid parking on Granville Island:  Old Bridge Indoor Parkade  Anderson Street Parking Lot Granville Island Parking Lot