Vancouver Maritime Experience
Museum visit · Private sail · May – September 2026

Vancouver Maritime Experience

Start with Vancouver's maritime story at the museum, then step aboard for a private two-hour sail along the coast.

3 hours total
1 hour museum · 2 hours private sail
Up to 8 guests
Vancouver Maritime Museum
Private experience from
$1,099
per group
Private groups of up to 8 guests
Plus applicable taxes.
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The experience

Context first. Then the water.

Begin at the Vancouver Maritime Museum — one hour with the stories, vessels, and coastal history that shaped the city. Then step aboard for a private two-hour sail, taking in the skyline, mountains, and working waterfront from the water.

What's included
  • Vancouver Maritime Museum visit
  • Private 2-hour sailing experience
  • Professional skipper
  • Safety equipment
  • Private yacht for up to 8 guests
How it unfolds

Museum first. Sailing after.

Routing may vary with wind, weather, marine traffic, and dock conditions.

  1. 01
    Arrive at the museum
    Begin at the Vancouver Maritime Museum in Vanier Park.
  2. 02
    Explore the exhibits
    Around one hour with Vancouver's maritime history and vessels.
  3. 03
    Board the yacht
    Meet your skipper nearby, settle in, and complete a short safety briefing.
  4. 04
    Sail the coastline
    Two hours along Vancouver's harbour — skyline, beaches, mountains, working waterfront.
  5. 05
    Return to dock
    Finish with a fuller picture of Vancouver and its relationship with the sea.
In partnership with
Vancouver Maritime Museum

The Vancouver Maritime Museum shares the stories, vessels, and coastal history that shaped Vancouver. This experience pairs that perspective with Vancouver by Sea's private sailing expertise.

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Safety & logistics

Everything you need to know before you go.

The sailing portion is operated by Vancouver by Sea. Routes adapt to daily conditions, with safety and guest comfort guiding every departure.

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    Professional skipper
    Led by an experienced skipper familiar with Vancouver's local waters.
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    Conditions-first scheduling
    Route and timing adjust based on wind, weather, marine traffic, and dock conditions.
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    No experience needed
    Safety equipment provided. Guests do not need prior sailing experience.
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    What to bring
    Warm layers, a windproof jacket, flat non-marking shoes, sunscreen, and sunglasses.

Ready to see Vancouver from the water?

From $1,099 per group · Up to 8 guests · May – September 2026

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Common questions

Before you join

Approximately 3 hours total — around 1 hour at the Vancouver Maritime Museum and 2 hours sailing.
No. This is a private guided experience led by a professional skipper.
The sailing portion departs from the dock near the Vancouver Maritime Museum.
If conditions are not suitable we will contact you with options.
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Vancouver Maritime Experience

From $1,099 per group · Up to 8 guests · May – September 2026