Ancient Trees of Vancouver Walking Tour

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(231 reviews)
Vancouver, Canada

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3 hours (approximately)
Offered in: English

This is Vancouver’s only ancient big tree tour. Within walking distance from downtown Vancouver you will be guided by well known big tree seeker Colin Spratt through Vancouver’s last ancient forest located in historic Stanley Park. The tour lasts around 3 hours and in that period of time you will visit giant ancient cedars over 800 year old cedars, towering firs as tall as skyscrapers, and you will also learn about the history of the park. Using old maps, postcards over a hundred years old, and photos from Vancouver’s archive, we piece together the history of the ancient forest and the urban environment. This is a completely unique chance to experience the last remaining part of Vancouver's now lost original ancient landscape.

What's Included

Walking Tour
Towering 800 year old Douglas fir trees
Ancient giant western red cedar trees
Old Maps, 120 year old postcards, and photographs to help tell the story
Expert Guide and well-known big tree seeker and BC Big Tree Committe member Colin Spratt
Pick-up and drop off at the meeting point

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Meet beside the entrance to ‘Second Beach swimming pool’ in Stanley Park, across from the concession stand and washrooms near the parking lot. Search “Second Beach Swimming Pool” on Google or Apple maps. Enter “8501 Stanley Park Dr” for Uber and Lyft to avoid long park routing.

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Duration: 3 hours (approximately)
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    Stanley Park

    Experience the last remaining old growth in the city's historic Stanley Park. Follow our expert guide to these natural wonders, including 600 year old towering douglas firs, 1000 year old wide and wondrous cedars, and the largest known maple tree in all of Canada. As we marvel at these ancient trees, we'll also learn about the ecological importance of old-growth forests and the threats they face today. You'll be told about the park's history and the original Coast Salish inhabitants who called this area home for thousands of years before it was an urban park.

    3 hours • Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Service animals allowed
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Supplied by Ancient Trees of Vancouver

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Nature and Wildlife Tours
Half-day Tours
Private and Luxury
Historical Tours
Walking Tours
Eco Tours
Nature Walks
Small Group
Excellent Quality
Low Supplier Cancellation Rate
Low Last Minute Supplier Cancellation Rate
Short term availability

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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