BOAT TOURS
A coastal day made for your crew.
2 hr 30 min
600 Canadian dollars
5 hr
1,200 Canadian dollars
8 hr
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See Squamish
from the water
Where the mountains meet the ocean, the landscape changes quickly. Granite walls rise directly from the water, islands break up the horizon and sheltered coves feel far removed from the road - even when the day begins in Squamish.
Our tours are private, allowing your family or group to enjoy the coast without a crowded itinerary. Make time for sightseeing, photographs, wildlife watching, a swim, food on the water or simply being together somewhere beautiful.
Every route and activity remains subject to weather, tide, access and marine conditions.
Explore the best of Howe Sound
Spend 2.5 hours exploring Howe Sound aboard your own private boat.
Cruise beneath the mountains, discover islands and sheltered bays, and enjoy the coastal landscape from a completely different perspective.
Depending on your group and the conditions, we can stop for a swim, slow down for sightseeing or find a beautiful place where you can enjoy takeaway food or a picnic on the water.
The exact route is selected around the weather, marine conditions and what your group would most like to experience.
Howe Sound Exploration
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Duration : 2.5 hours
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Departure : Squamish
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Base price : $600 for up to 4 adults
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Additional adults : $120 each
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Children under 12 : $50 each
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Maximum : 6 adults
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Groups with children : Total passenger capacity must be confirmed before booking
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Food and drinks : Bring your own or pick up takeaway before departure
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Optional prawning : $150
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Taxes : Applicable taxes are additional
Cross Howe Sound for lunch by the harbour
Leave Squamish by boat and travel across Howe Sound to Gibsons for lunch.
Enjoy the coastal scenery along the way before stepping ashore to explore the waterfront and eat at the restaurant of your choice.
After lunch, return to Squamish with the possibility of stopping for sightseeing or a swim when weather, water conditions and timing allow.
Gibsons for Lunch
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Duration : 5H
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Departure : Squamish
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Destination : Gibsons
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Base price : $1,200 for up to 4 adults
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Additional adults : $200 each
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Children under 12 : $50 each
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Maximum : 6 adults
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Groups with children : Total passenger capacity must be confirmed before booking
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Restaurant : Choose where you would like to eat
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Lunch and drinks : Not included
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Optional prawning : $150
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Taxes : Applicable taxes are additional
Restaurant choices depend on opening hours, available dock space and reservation availability. We recommend choosing the restaurant in advance.
Your day, your destination
Have another destination, activity or special occasion in mind?
Tell us what you would like to experience and we will create a private itinerary around your group, available time and the conditions.
Custom tours can include sightseeing, island or community stops, swimming, food on the water, celebrations, photography
or a full day exploring the coast.
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Custom Boat Tour
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Duration : Custom
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Group : Based on vessel capacity
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Itinerary : Planned around your request
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Price : Custom quote
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Departure : Squamish or another approved location by arrangement
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Maximum : 6 adults
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Availability : Subject to weather, access and marine conditions
Meet your boat
for the day
Our Cutwater C-242 combines coastal capability with a comfortable, protected space for private groups.
The boat offers:
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Enclosed cabin
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Indoor and outdoor seating
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Marine toilet
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Swim platform and water access
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Space for food, drinks and personal belongings
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Modern navigation and communication equipment
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Required marine safety equipment
Whether you want to explore Howe Sound, cross to Gibsons or create your own itinerary, the boat becomes a comfortable base for the experience.
Q&A
Private groups of 1–7 peoples ( can be more if less adults and more kids )
year long
Optional Prawning Experience
Add a hands-on prawning experience to your boat tour and learn how recreational prawn traps are set and hauled in Howe Sound.
If luck is on our side, we may find an additional snack waiting below the surface. Any legal catch can be prepared aboard the boat, giving you the opportunity to taste one of the coast’s freshest delicacies.
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Add-on price: $150
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Catch: Never guaranteed
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Availability: Subject to fishing-area openings, current regulations, weather and trip timing
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Fishing licence: Not included
Every participant who harvests or retains prawns must have a valid BC Tidal Waters Sport Fishing Licence. Licences are required for all ages, although licences for children under 16 are currently free.
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Private Cutwater C-242 and captain
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Personalized route planning
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Required flotation equipment
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Marine safety briefing
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Sightseeing and photography stops
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Basic onboard emergency and communication equipment
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Access to the boat’s cabin, seating and marine toilet
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Swim stop when conditions and timing allow
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Final meeting and departure information
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Restaurant meals
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Takeaway food and drinks
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Transportation to the Squamish departure point
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Personal travel or medical insurance
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Gratuities
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Optional prawning experience
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BC Tidal Waters Sport Fishing Licence
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Other custom activities unless specifically included
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Warm layers
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Waterproof or wind-resistant jacket
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Comfortable, soft-soled footwear
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Sunglasses and sunscreen
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Hat or toque
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Water bottle
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Camera or phone with a secure strap
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Food and drinks if you plan to eat aboard
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Personal medication
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Swimsuit and towel if you would like the option to swim
Avoid hard-sided luggage. A small, soft bag is easier to store aboard the boat.