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View Wildlife in Vancouver and on the Sunshine Coast
Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada
Learn more about the wild and winged creatures that call British Columbia home.
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Vancouver and the Sunshine Coast are home to many wild creatures. There are countless ways and see and learn about them from local guides.
6409 Bay St
West Vancouver, BC
Monday:
8:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Tuesday:
8:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Wednesday:
8:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Thursday:
8:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Friday:
8:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Saturday:
9:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Sunday:
9:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Seawell's Marina offers sightseeing and wildlife tours of Howe Sound, departing from Horseshoe Bay.
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Join a tour to see marine life like dolphin, porpoise, orca, humpback, seal, sea lion, and more.
British Columbia, Canada
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Look up to see creatures of the sky like owl, eagle, heron, and geese.
Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada
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On land, spot deer, elk, and black bear in more remote areas outside Vancouver and on the Sunshine Coast.
Halfmoon Bay, British Columbia, Canada
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Hop in a kayak (or paddleboard) and explore the inlets, waterways, and shoreline around Vancouver in search of birds and seals.
Vancouver, BC
Learn more about the kayak and paddleboard rental options around Vancouver to get yourself on the water and closer to the local wildlife.
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Or wander Stanley Park in search of winged wonders hidden in the forest.
Vancouver, BC
Monday:
9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Tuesday:
9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Wednesday:
9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Thursday:
9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Friday:
9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Saturday:
9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Sunday:
9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Stanley Park is home to a variety of bird and plant species. Tour the inner trails and pathways, or walk the seawall in search of marine life.
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For a guaranteed wildlife sighting, join a Prince of Whales tour and spot orca, humpbacks, dolphins, and more in the Strait of Georgia.
1666 Duranleau St
Vancouver, BC
Monday:
9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Tuesday:
9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Wednesday:
9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Thursday:
9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Friday:
9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Saturday:
9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Sunday:
9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Book a half-day whale-watching tour to see marine life from the water.
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On Grouse Mountain, see birds of prey in action with daily shows by experienced trainers.
6400 Nancy Greene Way
North Vancouver, BC
Monday:
9:00 AM – 9:30 PM
Tuesday:
9:00 AM – 9:30 PM
Wednesday:
9:00 AM – 9:30 PM
Thursday:
9:00 AM – 9:30 PM
Friday:
9:00 AM – 9:30 PM
Saturday:
9:00 AM – 9:30 PM
Sunday:
9:00 AM – 9:30 PM
Witness the hunting skills of the eagle, hawk, and falcon with demonstrations all summer long.
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Or gaze at Grinder and Coola, the two resident grizzly bears, at Grouse Mountain's Wildlife Refuge.
6400 Nancy Greene Way
North Vancouver, BC
Monday:
9:00 AM – 9:30 PM
Tuesday:
9:00 AM – 9:30 PM
Wednesday:
9:00 AM – 9:30 PM
Thursday:
9:00 AM – 9:30 PM
Friday:
9:00 AM – 9:30 PM
Saturday:
9:00 AM – 9:30 PM
Sunday:
9:00 AM – 9:30 PM
Visit the Wildlife Refuge at Grouse Mountain. This research, education, and conservation centre offers interpretative programs to make learning about nature and wildlife fun.
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For bird-lovers, Richmond's George C. Reifel Migratory Bird Sanctuary is the place to see thousands of thriving bird species.
5191 Robertson Rd
Delta, BC
Monday:
Closed
Tuesday:
9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Wednesday:
9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Thursday:
9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Friday:
9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Saturday:
9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Sunday:
9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Tickets can be booked in advance online to visit the bird sanctuary.
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On the Sunshine Coast—just a quick 40-minute ferry from Horseshoe Bay—more wildlife sightings await.
Strathcona, BC
Learn more about the sightseeing and wildlife experiences on the Sunshine Coast.
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Kayak operators on the Sunshine Coast offer day tours or multi-day excursions to see wildlife and explore the coastal marine environment.
Strathcona, BC
Learn more about the sea kayak operators on the Sunshine Coast who can get you up close and personal with wildlife.
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Join a Sea Lion Boat Tour with Egmont Adventure Centre to get up close to these incredible creatures.
6719 Maple Rd
Egmont, BC
Egmont Adventure Centre on the far tip of the Southern Sunshine Coast offers wildlife and sightseeing tours of this incredible area.
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Roam the many beaches in search of jellyfish, crabs, clams, and little marine creatures. Or look up, for eagles soaring overhead.
Roberts Creek, British Columbia, Canada
See a list of beaches on the Sunshine Coast—from Langdale to Lund—to explore.
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Check out WildSafeBC for more information on how to keep wildlife, communities, and yourself safe while you are exploring.
British Columbia, Canada
Learn more about WildSafeBC.