Things to Do in Whistler This Summer
A venue for the Vancouver 2010 Winter Olympics and one of Canada’s most famous ski resorts, Whistler also makes a fantastic summer vacation destination, particularly for visitors who love the outdoors. From ziplining to mountain biking, here’s how to make the most of the warm summer season in Whistler.
*Take to the treetops, traversing ziplines and treetop canopy courses.
Drive around off-road mountain tracks in anall-terrain vehicle (ATV).
Soar over the alpine peaks of British Columbia’s Coast Mountains during aflightseeing tour.
Speed downmountain biketrails on Whistler Blackcomb, or check out viewpoints and local sights during a more leisurelyelectric bikeexcursion.
Learn about the region’s indigenous peoples at theSquamish Lil’wat Cultural Centre.
Soak in outdoor pools at aspawith mountain and valley vistas.
Sample regional specialties, including ice wine truffles, during afood-focused tourof Whistler Village, which makes stops at some of the resort’s most lauded restaurants.
Take in the dramatic views from thePeak 2 Peak Gondola, which links Whistler Mountain to Blackcomb Mountain, or theSea to Sky Gondolain nearby Squamish, which offers views of the Hope Sound and Shannon Falls. Hiking trails lead off from the summit stations.
*Play golfon one of Whistler’s award-winning courses.
- Raise your pulse during an exhilaratingraftingtrip along the white-water rapids of the Elaho, Cheakamus, and Squamish Rivers.
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Fine Dining Dinner Tour in Whistler
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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.
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Zipline Adventure in Whistler
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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!
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Sea to Sky Gondola Ticket
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Get a unique perspective of the mountain town of Squamish, and the surrounding alpine scenery, as you soar above it all on this Sea to Sky Gondola ride. Climb inside your comfy gondola cabin, which seats a maximum of 8 passengers, as you glide 2,900 feet (880m) above sea level, enjoying incredible bird's-eye views of nearby Howe Sound and majestic Shannon Falls down below. At the top enjoy access to a number of interpretive walking trails, viewing platforms and the on-site restaurant and tea house.
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Call of the Wild ATV Tour
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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.
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1- or 2-Hour Horseback Ride in Pemberton
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Hop into the saddle and explore the wilds of British Columbia on this 1- or 2-hour horseback ride in Pemberton. Take a leisurely ride through the Pemberton Valley with your guide and enjoy panoramic views over the open Canadian countryside. Travel along the banks of the Ryan River to the mighty Lillooet River. Head through wooded glades, dense forest and rolling fields where colorful wild flowers bloom in the sunshine. Gaze up at the towering peak of Mt Curry and enjoy the deafening silence of the Canadian wilderness.
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Whistler Sasquatch® Zipline
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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.
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eBike Adventure in Whistler
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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.
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Private Tour: Whistler Day Trip from Vancouver
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Succumb to the beauty of British Columbia on a private day-trip to the alpine village of Whistler. Depart Vancouver for a flexible 8-hour tour through brilliant mountainous terrain and past cascading waterfalls on your way to the landmark ski destination. Disembark in Whistler to grab your own lunch, stroll through village and buy a ride on the high speed gondola.
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Whistler Half-Day Mountain Bike Tour
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Enjoy extreme adventure in Canada’s rugged wilderness on this half-day mountain bike tour in Whistler. Follow your guide along single-track trails through the beautiful Whistler Valley. Spin along gravel terrain, jump rocks and tree roots, and challenge yourself against winding climbs and sweeping descents. Keep your eyes open for sightings of native wildlife in the forests and glades. With the route customized to your group’s preferences and conditions on the day, this mountain bike adventure is suitable for beginner and expert riders alike.
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Whistler Flightseeing Tour with Alpine Lake Landing and Optional Lunch
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Witness the awesome beauty of British Columbia by floatplane on a 2-hour flight and lake landing from Whistler. Delight in panoramic aerial views of BC’s vast alpine wilderness as you drift over mountains, jutting glaciers and hidden lakes, then touch down lakeside for some exploring. You’ll have plenty of time to soak up the surroundings and savor an optional lunch (additional expense) before heading back to Whistler.
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Whistler Full-Day Mountain Bike Tour
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Spin through Canada’s rugged wilderness by bike and enjoy 2-wheeled adventure in the great outdoors on this full-day Whistler mountain bike tour. Pull on your safety equipment, hop onto your high-spec bike and pedal off with your guide. Explore terrain suited to your experience and fitness level, such as rocky single-track, winding mountain ascents and hair-raising descents through dense forest. On route, keep a lookout for native wildlife in its natural habitat. This adventurous mountain biking tour is suited to riders of all levels, from beginner to advanced.
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Half Day Guided Horseback Ride at Birkenhead Lake
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Hop in the saddle and explore Pemberton’s rugged backcountry in style on this half-day guided horseback ride at Birkenhead Lake. Travel by horseback into the wilds of the Birkenhead Lake National Park. Follow your guide along winding forest tracks where native birds chirp in the leafy canopy. Climb steep mountainsides to high vantage points and take in panoramic views over the rolling landscape. Gaze out over the shimmering surface of majestic Birkenhead Lake and enjoy a light snack along the way to keep your — and your horse’s — energy levels up!
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Aerial Obstacle Course
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Pull on your harness and enjoy high-altitude adventure in the forest on this 3.5-hour aerial treetop course in Whistler. Choose the course to suit your ability, from mild to wild, and test your nerve on a series of thrilling high-rope challenges in the Canadian wilderness. Navigate hair-raising courses up to 60 feet (18 meters) in the air or opt for a relaxing route through the woods. Make your way over spinning balls in the treetops, leap across rolling logs and swing through the air on Tarzan ropes!
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3-Day Historic Li-lik-hel Mine Expedition
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Saddle up and ride out into the Canadian wilderness on this 3-day historic Lil-Lik-Hel Mine expedition from Pemberton. Travel by horseback along trails used by miners during the gold rush years in the early 1900s, and gain insight into the life they led. Explore the ancient Lil-Lik-Hel Mine with your guide and learn how the miners struck gold by following veins in the rock. From your base camp, enjoy day-rides to different locations throughout the countryside. Spend your evenings at the fireside under the stars in comfortable tented accommodation.
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