Category Squamish Climbing & Rafting Trips

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Squamish Adventures: The 15 Best Trips from Vancouver

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The Stawamus Chief throws a granite wall straight up out of the highway and the Elaho runs cold and fast behind it. Below are the Squamish trips worth the drive: whitewater grades explained, climbing sessions for people who have never roped up, and the mine museum for a rain day.

Wet and Wild Elaho Exhilarator Rafting

Wet and Wild Elaho Exhilarator Rafting - Class III-IV rapids and Devil’s Elbow: what you are really signing up for

1.Wet and Wild Elaho Exhilarator Rafting

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

Half-day Elaho and Squamish rafting near Vancouver with Class III-IV rapids, Devil’s Elbow thrills, and shuttle from Whistler and Vancouver.

“All of the guides were friendly, fun, and clear about what was going to happen and how to do it safely. The time on the river was amazing, views were spectacular, and everything went smoothly thanks to Sean’s instructions. I will say, it is a long day, from hotel and back was about 8 hrs so bring snacks and be prepared! Worth it.”

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Squamish: Sea to Sky Gondola Admission Ticket

Squamish: Sea to Sky Gondola Admission Ticket - The Gondola Ride Up: How the Views Change as You Climb

Vancouver Airport to-or-from Whistler or Squamish by Bus (Single trip)

Vancouver Airport to-or-from Whistler or Squamish by Bus (Single trip) - Where you get dropped off in Whistler (and why it affects your last steps)

3.Vancouver Airport to-or-from Whistler or Squamish by Bus (Single trip)

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 349 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $59

YVR Skylynx bus shuttles you between Vancouver Airport and Whistler, with Wi-Fi, a restroom, and a Squamish stop.

“My flight out of ATL was delayed by an hour. When I arrived at my booked transportation through viator, I was told I had missed my appointment (booked for 1pm and arrived at 1:30). I was told I could not be refunded and the flight delay was not their fault. I replied the flight delay was not my fault either. I booked another transportation company after having to wait an additional hour, which was no problem and I was happy to have a company that was able to get me booked so quickly. The new company was more expensive but was accommodating. The new companies parking spot was next to…”

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Vancouver City Centre to-or-from Whistler or Squamish (One-way)

Vancouver City Centre to-or-from Whistler or Squamish (One-way) - WiFi on board: useful if it works, not worth betting your day

Britannia Mine Museum General Admission

Britannia Mine Museum General Admission - Check in, climb 48 stairs, and pick the right entry slot

5.Britannia Mine Museum General Admission

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

Timed entry at Britannia Mine Museum in Squamish: ride a mine train, pan for gold, and watch BOOM! in the historic mill.

“Touring the mine with my dad was amazing. We’ve lived in BC our whole lives and finally took a tour there in 2024. It was a whole theatrical production and so much fun! Highly recommend to locals and tourists.”

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Elaho Whitewater Experience

Elaho Whitewater Experience - Safety briefing and raft commands: how you go from nerves to action

6.Elaho Whitewater Experience

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 161 reviews · 5 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $183

Raft the Elaho River near Squamish with provided gear, safety practice, and pickup options from Vancouver and Whistler for about 5.5 hours.

“Excellent Experience! Special Thanks to Connor and Pedro! They did a great job! Very nice guys….and nice jokes!”

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Cheakamus Family Adventure

Cheakamus Family Adventure - Where the day starts at Canadian Outback Rafting

7.Cheakamus Family Adventure

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 99 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $147

Half-day whitewater rafting in Squamish with wetsuits included, beginner coaching, and big Cheakamus River scenery for families.

“Definitely recommend these guys if you have never experienced White River Rafting. These guys are professional and Squamish locals which deserves your support.”

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Family Friendly Cheakamus Splash Rafting

Family Friendly Cheakamus Splash Rafting - Getting to Squamish from Whistler without car stress

8.Family Friendly Cheakamus Splash Rafting

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 97 reviews · 3 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $147

Family-friendly Cheakamus rafting near Squamish with hotel pickup, all gear included, and splashy rapids perfect for first-timers and kids.

“We enjoyed our visit so much. The best part was our amazing instructor Ryan! He made it such a fun time”

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Squamish Explorer Flightseeing Tour

Squamish Explorer Flightseeing Tour - What You Actually See: Alpine Lakes, Peaks, Waterfalls, Glaciers

9.Squamish Explorer Flightseeing Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 73 reviews · 35 minutes (approx.) · from $247

Short flightseeing from Squamish Valley to glaciers and Lake Lovely Water, with headsets and a professional pilot, plus several daily departures.

“Wonderful experience with Dave our pilote! We flew really close to mountain peaks and saw snow, glacier, beautiful lakes and rivers! We recommand!”

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Squamish Via Ferrata Adventure

Squamish Via Ferrata Adventure - Sea to Sky Gondola Setup: Why This Starts Where It Does

10.Squamish Via Ferrata Adventure

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 71 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.) · from $85

Squamish Via Ferrata at Sea to Sky Gondola: guided harness climb, bridges and catwalks, Howe Sound views, small group.

“My young adult children and myself did the Via Ferrata with Tache on July 5. The entire experience was amazing. Tache was awesome. Professional yet fun, with tons of great information about the area, the history and the experience. He went out of his way to take pictures of us, even using an extra cable to get better angles. I have already recommended this activity to all my friends and family!”

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Squamish: Wet and Wild Elaho Exhilarator Rafting Experience

Squamish: Wet and Wild Elaho Exhilarator Rafting Experience - The Devil’s Elbow Moment, Why It’s Famous and What to Expect

11.Squamish: Wet and Wild Elaho Exhilarator Rafting Experience

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 65 reviews · 5 hours - 510 minutes · from $168

Go class 3-4 on the Elaho and Squamish Rivers near Squamish, Canada. Devil’s Elbow thrills, pro guides, scenic glaciers and waterfalls.

“This experience was well worth our money, we were definitely intimidated at first with the description but after experiencing it it's fair to say that any and all levels of experience should not have any issues.”

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Squamish to-or-from Whistler by Bus (Single trip)

Squamish to-or-from Whistler by Bus (Single trip) - Where You Wait: Exact Boarding Spots and the 15-Minute Rule

12.Squamish to-or-from Whistler by Bus (Single trip)

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 64 reviews · 1 hour (approx.) · from $35

YVR Skylynx bus from Vancouver to Whistler or Squamish, with Wi-Fi, restroom, and big window views for about an hour.

“The only buys I take and consider from Squamish to Whistler and back. Buses are clean, on time and have the amenities for an excellent trip - electrical outlets, washroom and wifi. Drivers are safe and friendly.”

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Family-Friendly Cheakamus Splash

Family-Friendly Cheakamus Splash - From Check-In to Splash-Down: What Your Half-Day Actually Looks Like

13.Family-Friendly Cheakamus Splash

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

Family-friendly Cheakamus River rafting in Squamish and Whistler, with gentle rapids, wildlife, a kid water fight, and resort time.

“the activity was just as it said on the tin. family friendly but be ready to put in some paddle action yourself with very friendly and fun instructors to guide the way and a lively final touch with a warming hot chocolate on the bus back.”

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Squamish Discovery Eco-tour

Squamish Discovery Eco-tour - E-bike comfort and control on a small-group ride

14.Squamish Discovery Eco-tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 33 reviews · 2 to 3 hours (approx.) · from $111

Ride an e-bike eco-tour in Squamish, hitting the Squamish Estuary and salmon habitat with a small group and tide-based nature lessons.

“We had an amazing time!!! We laughed so much and loved the tour. Our guide was hilarious and made the whole adventure!”

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Squamish: Via Ferrata Climbing Adventure

Squamish: Via Ferrata Climbing Adventure - The Walk In: Old-Growth Forest to the First Big View

15.Squamish: Via Ferrata Climbing Adventure

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

Guided via ferrata above Squamish on a fixed cable route with Howe Sound views, bridges, bridges, and top-of-the-gondola scenery from $94.

“It is amazing! Great experience! It was too intense and the guide is amazing! The views are breathtaking looking at the mountains!”

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