Top 7 Squamish Tours

1.Whistler, Sea to Sky Gondola, and Shannon Falls Day Trip

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 1,134 reviews · 10 hours · from $141Our pick

Spend 10 hours following British Columbia’s Sea to Sky Highway from Vancouver to Squamish and Whistler. Ride the Sea to Sky Gondola, stop at 335-metre Shannon Falls, and enjoy three hours to eat, shop, walk, or hike in Whistler Village. English-speaking guides include Jason, Alex, Leslie, and Mary.

“Professional and well organised. Enjoyed the sights, with plenty of time at each stop. Great driver/guide.”

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2.Wet and Wild Elaho Exhilarator Rafting

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 625 reviews · 5 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $183Top rated

Ride the Elaho and Squamish Rivers through Class III-IV rapids, including Devil’s Elbow, with professional guides such as Alex, Lucas, Jack, and Gabe. Expect about 5.5 hours, an hour-long river transfer, glacier and waterfall views, supplied wetsuit gear, and pickup options from Whistler, Vancouver, and Squamish.

“I have had a lot of great trips with my family but this was by far the most fun . Jack our guide was amazing. All the guides were top notch with the Perfect mix of fun and professionalism”

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3.Sea to Sky Gondola Ticket

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 388 reviews · 2 to 3 hours (approx.) · from $58

Take an 8-person gondola from Squamish into the mountains, then explore viewing decks, trails, and the Sky Pilot suspension bridge at your own pace. Allow about two to three hours. Food, parking, and transport are extra, and clear weather makes a major difference.

“Well worth the drive to the Squamish sea to sky park just north of Vancouver- the gondola ride and views were fabulous.”

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4.Britannia Mine Museum General Admission

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 233 reviews · 1 to 3 hours (approx.) · from $32Best value

Explore Britannia Mine Museum with a timed entry, a 45-minute guided underground train tour, the BOOM! mill show, hands-on exhibits, and gold panning. Guides including Anna, Chris, Spencer, Max, Glen, and Tessa have brought the mine’s working past to life for families and adults.

“Unique experience. They had us ride a mining train. Then took us in various mine tunnels and explained the process. Lastly the information film about the working of the mill was cherry on top. Our guide Anna was very informative and explained the entire process. Definitely recommend this adventure even for younger kids.”

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5.Family-Friendly Cheakamus Splash

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 36 reviews · 3 - 5 hours · from $126

Spend 3 to 5 hours rafting gentle Cheakamus River rapids with expert English-speaking guides. Expect mountain views, wildlife, a playful water fight, optional river swim, and resort time afterward. Guides such as Tom, Mila, Shaun, and Ricky have helped first-timers feel safe and involved.

“Our guides Tom Mila and Shaun were great. We felt very safe and comfortable with them. It was our first time white water rafting. It was a lot of fun! We saw a lot of Salmon in the river. It was very cool. My husband and I even jumped into the river from the raft for a nice cool plunge with the guides help. Shaun also took great pics which we will treasure. Another check on our bucket list!!”

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6.Via Ferrata Climbing Adventure

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 25 reviews · 1h 30m · from $94

You’ll climb above Squamish on a guided Via Ferrata with helmet, harness, and twin safety lanyards. Cross bridges, a catwalk, and granite ledges before reaching the Summit Lodge. Guides such as Victor, Fraser, Emile, and Victoria have helped first-timers feel secure while keeping the climb lively.

“LOVED this activity! Our guide (Victor) was informative, friendly and wonderfully supportive of nervous climbers but equally didn't "mother hen' the more experienced of the group. He took and shared many gorgeous photos of our time with him, allowing us to enjoy more and snap less. The day was brilliant and the time over too soon. Would definitely stop Via Ferrata again with MSAA. Five stars.”

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7.Vancouver/Squamish: Garibaldi Park Panorama Ridge Hike

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 12 reviews · from $162

Join guide Marc for a demanding 12-hour hike from Vancouver or Squamish to Panorama Ridge in Garibaldi Provincial Park. Expect changing terrain, alpine lakes, mountain views, trekking poles, safety gear, and a summit worth working for.

“The tour was very challenging, but totally worth it! You hike through breathtaking scenery with amazing views at the summit. Our guide Marc was very friendly and outgoing. He made sure we were comfortable the whole time.”

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