Whistler Tours

Take your sightseeing to the skies on an exhilarating zipline tour through the unspoiled Whistler-area wilderness. With your choice of two different tours, select the ideal experience for your taste. Breathe in crisp mountain air as you cruise above white water rivers and the alpine forest of Blackcomb Mountain and Whistler, spotting local wildlife and learning about mountain ecology. A most adventurous way to learn!

Explore Whistler safely and easily with this guided electric biking tour. The e-bikes offer riders a little extra oomph getting around and allow groups of varying biking abilities to ride along together. On this tour, pedal through towering old-growth forests, feel the refreshing alpine streams, and pass through the affluent Benchlands neighborhood, all while taking in views of the Canadian Rockies.

Enjoy high-octane thrills in the wilds of British Columbia on this off-road driving experience in Whistler. Choose the off-road course to suit your skill level and experience. Explore rugged 4x4 tracks through the dense forests around Whistler with your guide and keep your eyes open for sightings of native wildlife. Enjoy breathtaking views over the glacial lakes, soaring peaks, rolling rivers, plunging valleys and rocky shorelines of Whistler’s mighty backcountry. With a range of tours suited to novice and intermediate drivers, this tour is suited to all.

Want to spend a day in Whistler but don’t want to lose a day just in travel time? This round-trip seaplane flight from Vancouver provides the perfect solution. This convenient transport package includes two 35-minute flights between Vancouver and Green Lake in Whistler, as well as a shuttle service to and from Whistler Village or a bike rental. Spend the day or just an afternoon discovering the sights and sounds of Whistler, and end on a high note with a return flight to Vancouver.

Take to the skies and enjoy breathtaking views over Canada’s rugged mountainscape on this 30- or 40-minute glacier sightseeing experience by floatplane from Whistler. Hop into your flightseeing plane near Green Lake and take your seat. Then, watch as the land disappears beneath you and soar high over Whistler’s rugged terrain. Admire panoramic views over the region’s mighty glaciers, soaring peaks, shimmering lakes and dense forests. Listen as your pilot shares insight into the valleys’ rich geography, and upgrade your tour for a further 10 minutes’ airtime.

Want to see Whistler's wilderness without having to huff up any mountains? Take a comfortable helicopter ride over some of British Columbia's most stunning glaciers and snowcapped peaks to orient yourself with Whistler, or amp up the joy ride with longer aerial explorations of Whistler and Blackcomb mountains and Garibaldi Provincial Park. If the weather permits, you will even touch down on Rainbow Mountain for a short stroll, where the scenery might take your breath away after all (mountain landings are complimentary and weather dependent). A minimum of 2 passengers are required to confirm a flight, we will match up guests as required.

Fly through our Cougar Mountain wonderland in Whistler, on the world’s most spectacular ziplines. We’ve designed and custom-built one of the best adventures in the world. Your tour starts with a custom 4×4 climb up Rainbow Mountain, and at the top we will get you ready to soar across mountain valleys and through old growth forests on four dual ziplines. Highlighted by our longest zipline at well over a kilometer long and 200 meters high, you will reach speeds up to 100 km/hour as you fly through the BC backcountry.

Test your nerve on Canada’s longest zipline on this 1.5-hour Sasquatch zipline adventure in Whistler. Following a safety briefing with a guide, harness up to the zipline and let yourself go! During your 7,000-foot (2,133-meter) descent, zoom at top speed down the face of Blackcomb Mountain, and take in spectacular views over the forests, lakes, peaks, rivers and glacier. At the bottom, disconnect from the zipline with a smile of exhilaration on your face and watch as your friends whizz down.

Travelers that want to explore Whistler on a day trip from Vancouver typically need to rent a car and drive, which means focusing on the road rather than the landscape. You can sit back, relax, and enjoy the views on this sightseeing tour to Whistler, complete with a guide to whisk you there. Along the way you can see Downtown Vancouver and Stanley Park, enjoy views of Howe Sound, and take a few hours to explore Whistler independently.

Whistler is known for its fantastic skiing and winter sports, but for travelers that don't want to hit the slopes, there's still lots to see. On this sightseeing tour, experience incredible scenery, and enjoy your guide's commentary as you ride. Visit Green Lake Lookout, Rainbow Park, and consider an optional stop at Whistler Brewing Company. This tour—perfect for first-time visitors—is the ideal way to get your bearings and see the sights around Whistler.

Paddle the scenic River of Golden Dreams on this self-guided river excursion through the Whistler wetlands. After a river orientation, and practice on Alta Lake, paddle your choice of single kayak or double Canadian canoes down river while looking for wildlife and wildflowers. At the end, enjoy a complimentary shuttle ride back up river to the starting point.

Get behind the wheel of your own 4X4 off-road buggy on this guided tour of Whistler. First, receive instructions on how to drive your buggy. Then, rev your engine and climb rugged mountain roads and forested single-track trails in Callaghan Valley. Take in scenic views while keeping your eyes peeled for local wildlife along the way.

Give your Whistler vacation the golden touch with a 4-hour progressive dinner tour of the area’s most established restaurants. Taste fine local cuisine from award-winnings chefs and visit cavernous wine cellars — where you will learn to saber a champagne bottle! With a savvy guide, you'll sample regional fare from blackened ahi tuna to icewine truffles, a local specialty. Get an interactive culinary education including four delicious courses and lots of fun.

This 3-hour summertime paddle from Whistler takes you on an enchanting canoe journey from Alta Lake to Green Lake. Alta Creek is also known as the River of Golden Dreams, as it boasts gorgeous scenery of British Columbia. Wildflower-lined banks, old-growth forests and local wildlife are all part of your passing tableaux. Bonus: Round-trip transport from the Carleton Lodge is included.

Add some adrenaline to your Whistler vacation and discover the beauty of the Pacific Northwest on this choose-your-own-adventure whitewater rafting excursion. Choose from a Class II or III float along the Green River, while experienced riders may opt for more intense rapids on the Elaho-Squamish River. With an expert guide, learn whitewater technique and embrace the rush of splashing through Whistler’s pristine waterways.

Enjoy a thrilling rock climbing experience at Whistler on this ‘Via Ferrata’ tour. With safety cables and metal rungs to help you climb, it’s an activity suitable even for first-time climbers. Challenge yourself to climb the entire route and feel a rush of adrenaline as you reach the 7,087 foot (2160-meter) mountain summit.

Have your camera ready to capture photos of bald eagles in Brackendale during this full-day journey to Whistler, via downtown Vancouver. Along the way, stop at Stanley Park and Horseshoe Bay, a quaint village at the entrance to Howe Sound. Your guide follows a scenic route along the Sea to Sky Highway to Shannon Falls, where you'll take a short hike, with time to explore the ski resort year-round.

Admire British Columbia’s spectacular natural beauty from the air on this exciting helicopter tour from Whistler. Soar high over rolling alpine meadows and admire mighty waterfalls cascading through the countryside. Hover over the Whistler and Blackcomb mountain peaks, marvel at the mighty Cheakamus Glacier and gaze out over the untouched mountain wilderness of Garibaldi Provincial Park — home to the volcanic Black Tusk mountain.

Whistler has some awesome fishing opportunities in British Columbia and this tour takes you to a spot popular with locals. Get suited up in waders and boots, choose between spin or fly fishing, and set out around the creeks and riversides with a local guide. Depending on the time of year, try your luck fishing for wild rainbow trout, salmon, and bull trout.

Calling all adventure lovers, this private 3-hour ATV tour allows you to drive through the rugged terrains and spectacular landscapes of Callaghan Valley at your own speed. Following your guide, you’ll follow a 2.5-mile (4-km) off-road track that leads to rivers, streams, and mountain viewpoints. A valid driving license is required for this activity, which is only suitable for single riders.

Bring the family for one of Whistler’s most unique summer activities – summer bobsleigh! Youth (12-18) slide free with a full paying adult. No experience is required. After an orientation and a tour of the 2010 Olympic Winter Games venue including an exclusive track walk, your team will ride in a bobsleigh equipped with wheels, driven by a trained pilot, through twists and turns with speeds of up to 90km/hr. Summer Bobsleigh runs rain or shine, so it’s the perfect addition to your time in Whistler, whatever the weather.

Take a walk on the wild side with this glacial snow and ice excursion on the Horstman Glacier in Whistler, British Columbia. Observe the 10,000-year-old glacier in retreat with an early summer walk that provides the opportunity to slide or glissade down the snow. The sun is shining and the lakes are warm — but the snow remains, a perfect time to experience the Horseman Glacier. All the necessary equipment — boots, crampons, and an ice axe — is included.

Join an evening excursion and follow cryptic radio transmissions and the lingering traces of two long-ago hikers to find the scenic trailhead where the real journey begins. This pathway leads toward a place filled with beauty, and proof that the legends of Whistler are true. Moment Factory, a global leader in video, lighting, sounds and special effects, will bring Whistler’s forests to life this summer with a brand-new show. This 1.5 km (summer) / 1km (winter) trail through an old growth forest will take visitors of all ages on an hour-long multimedia night walk in pursuit of hidden wonders. The entire experience takes place outside within a trail network which is partially levelled but not asphalted.

Ensure a hassle-free journey to Whistler by pre-booking your airport shuttle bus transfer. Get picked up at Vancouver International Airport, settle in to the comfortable bus, and enjoy the journey while soaking up the scenery on the way to Whistler, with stops in Squamish and at both Whistler Gateway and Creekside Village.