Scenic Boat Tours of Howe Sound and Bowen Island, BC.

We offer a leisurely cruise to take in the wildlife and scenery of Howe Sound and Bowen Island.

Howe Sound tour you’ll travel north up Howe Sound about 8 Kilometres to Pam Rocks to view a seal colony of 200 harbour seals. On the way up and back you take in the natural beauty of the Coastal mountain range bordering both sides Howe Sound and the islands that are nestled within. There is an abundance of sea birds to view as well as eagles and turkey vultures. Occasionally seeing orcas and humpback whales.

Bowen Island tour offers the opportunity to see up to 50 seals sunning themselves on a rock until it gets covered at high tide. Views of Downtown Vancouver, Point Atkinson Lighthouse, and Vancouver Island as well the Coastal Mountains that border both sides of Howe Sound. You’ll also have the opportunity to see the community of Bowen Island from the water and learn about its maritime history and how it’s transformed into a vibrant community. Occasionally seeing orcas and humpback whales as well.

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Things to Consider

Lunch & Snacks

We can arrange to provide you with lunch and or snacks (additional charge) or if you prefer you can bring your own. We have a cooler with ice on board for drinks and food. We also have a complimentary supply of bottled water available.

Medications


Although fishing in protected waters, wind can pick up and create sea conditions that sometimes affect those susceptible to motion sickness. There are several over-the-counter medications and patches that work very well. See a medical professional for advice.

Alcohol & Drug Policy

No Alcohol or Drugs permitted. Possession of open alcohol or drugs is illegal on any vessel underway in Canadian waters.

3 Hour Private Group Tours

1–4 Guests – $800
5–8 Guests – $1000

What to Wear

Clothing appropriate for the conditions includes; a hat, sunglasses, windbreaker, soft-sole athletic shoes or waterproof boots. Layering your clothing is a definite must as conditions change throughout the day.

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Departure Locations

Horseshoe Bay, West Vancouver


Public Dock 6705 Nelson Street, West Vancouver –
25 Minutes from Downtown Vancouver & 80 Minutes from Whistler Village.
The cost of an Uber starts at around $35 from Vancouver. Direct bus transit is available from Downtown Vancouver to Horseshoe Bay.
Horseshoe Bay is the most central location for fishing in Greater Vancouver.

Snug Cove, Bowen Island


Union Steamship Marine Resort, 431 Bowen Island Trunk Road.
Accessible by car and passenger ferry from Horseshoe Bay. Accommodations are available at the marina. Please get in touch with us for booking information.

First Fish Charters departure locations