Top Whistler Nature and Wildlife

Get outside of Whistler Village without renting a car, discover top sights in the Whistler area, and learn about the local community on this guided tour. Ideal for first-time visitors or travelers with limited time, this tour includes stops at scenic areas, such as Green Lake Lookout and Lost Lake, as well as the brewery-filled Function Junction and Whistler Olympic Village.

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.

Experience Whistler's incredible vistas on a 2-hour trip toward the peak of Blackcomb Mountain in a Jeep 4x4. Head off-road with your driver/guide and admire the blue ice of Hortsman Glacier up close. Take in stunning views of the Coast Mountain Range and Whistler Village while learning about the area from your guide.

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.

Trek through Whistler's rugged alpine terrain on a thrilling 2-hour ATV trip! Follow your guide on an exhilarating ride along Blackcomb’s mountain trails and through forested hillsides. Along the way stop to admire the resort town of Whistler and the unbelievably beautiful British Columbia landscape. Your mountain ATV tour also includes a safety briefing, protective gear and round-trip transport from Carleton Lodge.

Join a private fishing guide to learn the secrets of Whistler fly fishing on a half-day trip that’s tailored to you. All gear is provided, so you can get straight to fishing for the trout and salmon that thrive in pristine lakes and rivers here. Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced angler, getting tips on fishing local pools will maximize your success.

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. Please Note: Minimum of 2 people required per booking

Have you thought of trying backcountry skiing or snowboarding on your next ski vacation? Get away from the crowds on Whistler Mountain and into the peace and beauty just beyond the boundary lines. Spend a full day with the safety of one of our professional guides and learn the basics of the backcountry. No backcountry experience is required. You'll be getting into some gorgeous untracked snow!

Take advantage of British Columbia’s beautiful scenery and wealth of wild fishing opportunities on this private, full-day tour. Following pickup at your Whistler or Pemberton accommodation, head out into the wilderness. Depending on your preferences and the time of year, try walk-and-wade fishing in one of the region’s beautiful rivers, or use personal inflatable Vboats to fish in a scenic lake. If you’re lucky, you’ll hook everything from rainbow trout to sockeye or coho salmon.

Whistler boasts serene fishing lakes and spectacular countryside scenery, but knowing the best spots to cast your line requires local knowledge. On this family-friendly tour, suitable for learners and experts alike, experience the joy of spin fishing for salmon and trout in the Canadian wilderness. With all equipment plus pickup and drop-off at your Whistler or Pemberton accommodation included, enjoy a relaxing experience with your instructor in the great outdoors.

Spend the day in the rivers, lakes and streams around Whistler and go home with delicious fresh salmon and memories to last a lifetime. Your guide is an experienced angler who will take you to the best spots for fishing in the area and share tips and tricks with you for landing the big one. Please note that you will need to purchase a B.C. fishing licence in order to participate.   

The route between Whistler and Victoria is well-travelled, but the best way to reach your destination swiftly—and fully appreciate the spectacular scenery—is by air. On this tour, take to the skies by seaplane with your pilot, with pickup at selected Whistler hotels and drop-off in downtown Victoria included. Enjoy unrivalled views from the glacial mountains and lakes to the Gulf Strait islands, and reach Victoria in comfort.

Get from Whistler to Vancouver in just 40-minutes and take in gorgeous views along the way during this scenic flight aboard a sea-plane. Catch your flight near Whistler and Blackcomb and soar over glacial fed Green Lake. Take in the massive mountain range and cross the Georgia Strait before landing in Coal Harbour, Vancouver.

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.

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.

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.

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. Please Note: Minimum of 2 people required per booking

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.

Discover one of Whistler’s most unique locations on this fully guided hike to the Whistler Train Wreck. On this tour you will enjoy the pristine beauty of the coastal temperate rain forest, cross a suspension bridge spanning the mighty Cheakamus River and spend time at the site of a once forgotten Train Wreck. The Whistler Train Wreck is a series of mangled up railway boxcars left from a crash that happened back in the 1950's. Over the years local artist have been in and painted the wreck in all kinds of vibrant graffiti, giving it a unique contrast from the towering cedar trees above and glacial stream below.