Scuba Diving and Boat Tour Adventure

Highlights

  • Arrive at the Expedition Center on Horseshoe Bay 30 minutes prior to your boat's departure. Unload all your gear and get set up before boarding the boat; gear rental is also available. This tour is suitable for all levels of certified divers, or you can choose the 'ride-along only' option if you'd simply like to explore the scenery of Howe Sound from the boat's deck. If you're a solo traveler, don't worry about finding a buddy: We can provide a qualified Divemaster on request.  Board the Topsail, a 40-foot (12-meter) vessel made for diving and equipped with a large dive platform, an on-board compressor, a viewing deck, a heated cabin, and a marine toilet.  Once you reach Howe Sound, get to exploring the underwater world, including Vancouver's first artificial reef, the HMCS Annapolis. You'll also encounter seals, Pacific octopus, wolf eels, nudibranches, and other sea life.  Back on the boat, warm up with hot soup or tea before heading back to Horseshoe Bay.

Summary

Arrive at the Expedition Center on Horseshoe Bay 30 minutes prior to your boat's departure. Unload all your gear and get set up before boarding the boat; gear rental is also available. This tour is suitable for all levels of certified divers, or you can choose the 'ride-along only' option if you'd simply like to explore the scenery of Howe Sound from the boat's deck. If you're a solo traveler, don't worry about finding a buddy: We can provide a qualified Divemaster on request.  Board the Topsail, a 40-foot (12-meter) vessel made for diving and equipped with a large dive platform, an on-board compressor, a viewing deck, a heated cabin, and a marine toilet.  Once you reach Howe Sound, get to exploring the underwater world, including Vancouver's first artificial reef, the HMCS Annapolis. You'll also encounter seals, Pacific octopus, wolf eels, nudibranches, and other sea life.  Back on the boat, warm up with hot soup or tea before heading back to Horseshoe Bay.

Tour info

Duration
5 hours
Group Size
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Meeting Point
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Why take this tour?

Are you interested in scuba diving in Vancouver? Then you've come to the right place! Wall diving, pinnacles, canyons, seals, drifts, sponge bioherms, artificial reefs, and stunning ocean and mountain scenery - explore it all on this 5-Hour boat diving adventure! Head to Horseshoe Bay and take our 40ft fully diver-customized boat "Topline" (the best dive boat in the Pacific Northwest) out to explore the emerald waters of Howe Sound. Here you can commonly see Pacific octopus, wolf eels, nudibranchs, and beautifully bizarre fish such as the decorated warbonnet and the grunt sculpin. Please note: There is a possibility of cancellation after confirmation if there are not enough passengers to meet requirements. There is a 'ride along only' option for those who wish to hop onboard and not dive. Please contact directly for more info.

What’s included?

  • Diving by boat in the Pacific Northwest

  • Professional and experienced staff, dive buddy available

  • Fully customized vessel, including compressor on board

  • Local area knowledge

  • Dive equipment available for rental

  • Tank fills available for extra fee

  • Transportation to/from attractions

  • Parking fees in Horseshoe Bay

  • Gratuities

Things to know

Before you book

  • Duration: 5h

  • Mobile tickets accepted

  • Instant confirmation

Covid Policy

  • Regularly sanitized high-traffic areas
  • Guides required to regularly wash hands

Plexiglas installed in strategic locations on boat and in shop. Staggered loading procedures on boat. Staggered check-in at Expedition Centre. Travellers encouraged to bring their own face mask but will be supplied with one if they forget to bring one.

Cancellation Policy

    For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.

Operated by:

Sea Dragon Charters

About operator:

Sea Dragon offers exciting excursions into Howe Sound on it’s fully customized vessel, the "Topline". Whether you’re a first time snorkeler, tech diving pro, or just want to sightsee beautiful Vancouver, there is an adventure for everyone! Snorkel and kayak with seals for a true West Coast experience just minutes from Vancouver - No experience necessary! The Marine Wildlife Cruise departs from Horseshoe Bay taking you to the nearby seal colony of Pam Rocks in scenic Howe Sound. Here, marine lovers have the chance to experience a face-to-face encounter with harbour seals in their natural environment. A 'sightseeing only' option is also available for guests who wish to stay dry on board. Are you interested in scuba diving in British Columbia and the Pacific Northwest? Then you've also come to the right place! Wall diving, pinnacles, canyons, seals, drifts, sponge bioherms, artificial reefs, and stunning ocean and mountain scenery - explore it all on this 5-Hour boat diving adventure!

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