Granite Falls Zodiac Tour door Vancouver Water Adventures

I want to preface this by saying I'm sure this tour would be great if you are in the correct clothes for the day. No one can help the weather but this is more about appropriate preparation. I checked after the tour and couldn't find any reference as to what to wear. I think we were falsely reassured by seeing survival suits were provided. They are not water proof so on a wet cold day the water soaks through to your undies relatively quickly. Also with about 6 degrees ambient and raining, real temp is below zero. So woolen gloves when wet no good and you need water proof shoes. Being cold for a bit is fine, but wet and cold down to underwear and numb hands and feet does diminish the enjoyment when temp is so low. I think either water proof gear should be provided, or there should be clear instructions about what to wear on the day. Most people I suspect will assume a survival suit will keep them warm and dry mostly, which it doesn't. The guide was fantastic given the conditions and this is no reflection on her. So by all means go on this tour but my advice is 1. Probably avoid winter 2. If you do go in winter bring your own full water proof gear, including fleece under layers, wind/waterproof gloves eg gortex, waterproof shoes/boots. And consider a balaclava as the rain stings your face at pace. You can always leave stuff in the office if the weather is good.

Absolutely beautiful tour. Wear rain gear and dress warmly. You wear a suit, but it’s cold and wet out there on the water espywhen you are moving. (Dress like you would to ride a motorcycle when it’s raining.) I would go again and highly recommend it.

Dani’s enthusiasm made the trip all the more pleasant. The wealth of knowledge she shared was certainly a highlight of our adventure. This excursion was worth it. We highly recommend this excursion.