Via trip advisor i booked a elaho squamish rafting tour (8hrs) at wedge rafting. Out of 8 hours,…read moreonly 3 hours are spend in the raft. Rest is for the commute and eating(bbq and snacks). What i liked: - impressive nature - nice, friendly guides, who also share more about nature - overall well run - well stocked lunch What can be improved: - upfront communication with those who book via viator. I had to chase myself to get details - at the start we need to sign a waiver form, which also allowed wedge rafting the right yo make pictures of participants for commercial purposes. According to reception, only if this is signed, are participants allowed to raft. It feels like privacy legislation is less strict in canada... Some tips: - it is cheaper to book when you are whistler than via viator, if you are in europe - some neopreen socks may be nice if you quickly get cold feet (i had taken along mine) -

WOW. So much fun. I've gone rafting a handful of times but this was by far the most amazing…read moreexperience. Came here with a bachelor party and booked the short two hour trip and I'll be back. Just gorgeous. Grade 2-3. 120 CAD. The entire staff from front office to the guides (shout out to Jake) were hilarious and friendly. The operations were on point. Everything was so seamless and easy.

This is a easy and beautiful hike near Whistler…read more An easy 30 minute or so drive North of Whistler Village, best to arrive earlier to secure parking and it's a lovely, easy hike along the water, canopied by trees until you reach a spectacular waterfall at the end. Multiple look out points so everyone can get a great vantage point. The lookout is over rock that can get slick when wet but there are ropes you can hold on to if needed. Absolutely breathtaking scenery and on a mid summer day, it was not too busy on our early morning hike!

My husband and I had one day to spend in this area before returning home from our vacation. After…read morea quick search, we found this spot within a 10 minute drive of our hotel. We arrived at about 3:30pm and there were quite a few parking spots occupied. Luckily, some people were leaving and cleared out as we arrived. The hike itself was more of an easy level of 3km round trip. There are some areas fenced off by the falls where they want guests to stay within the safe boundaries. There are some trails where you can get a closer look/wade into the water. Honestly, not too challenging. You won't want to bring a lot of items (water and proper attire) since it is a relatively quick and short hike. The campground was at max capacity, so we were unable to check it out. We did meet hikers of all ages and abilities on the hike, so you're able to take it at your leisure. The spot is located between Whistler and Pemberton, off the Sea to Sky Highway (#99). If you want some pretty scenery and a relatively quick and easy hike, would definitely recommend. They did have a bear sighting (board said July 18th), so that's at your own risk.

I have been climbing on/off at the Core for 20~ years. As of 2026, the gym has taken big steps to…read morerefresh itself, making it a fantastic place to train. The boulder cave is frequently updated with new routes and holds, and there are good, securely-affixed mats to land on. They added an autobelay system and an adjustable overhanging wall; there are multiple hangboards, a pegboard and two campus boards. They've fit in as much as possible! And this is all besides the dedicated gym spaces, which include powerlifting, freeweights, a few standard machines + benches, a stretching/pilates room, plus showers, changing stalls, and lots of stretching/band/rolling equipment. 1/ Currently (hopefully changing soon), there is no pass hold for monthly memberships. Right now, at the Core you pay $50 "startup fee" each time to re-start a monthly membership. Others have noted the lack of options for residents/regulars, and apparently this will change in 2026. 2/ As for bouldering, routes are graded tough, and can be a bit sandbagged. I have grown to like this, but some technical variation would be nice in lower grades to teach technique. This is a preference, and so I offer constructive feedback here, as it's about the progression of teaching progression itself in the climbing community. They say the ultrapower style is for an "authentic outdoor experience" but as someone who has been climbing in the S2S all my life, I'd take this with a grain of salt. If you're not already a decent climber, there isn't quite the progression of grades for teaching technique that I find at other gyms. I feel this is where the gym could learn from teaching and training developments in the broader climbing culture. Still--this place will work you hard, which is GOOD. Just take care of your hands, and remember to bring liquid chalk (available at the counter, of note). 3/ The staff are AWESOME, quite understanding, all love climbing, all climb better than me (lol), and if there are queries they cannot handle, the owner--a super well-respected, route-setting OG climber who developed CalChek crag--can be reached via email. Overall I love how the Core has progressed as a climber's training centre in Whistler and look forwards to returning!

On our trip we stopped in and our kids were able to do a one hour guided climb. They had an…read moreabsolute blast. Rhys was very kind with them and they had a really fun time with challenges and games. It was a great and reasonably priced activity to burn energy.

Would not go back. They only let us ride for an hour and the snowmobiles are really uncomfortable…read moreto drive. Not like a touring snowmobile. VERY expensive for such a short ride that was supposed to be 2 hours. Our guide Tammy was super sweet and did her best to accommodate but it should have been a lot longer. I wouldn't waste your money on this place

Don't waste your time and money…read more tl;dr - go somewhere else. We did the family tour. It sucked. There is a lot wrong here: 1 - The whole tour is "follow the leader" at an excruciatingly slow pace. There's no fast part of the trail, nor any area where you're allowed to really experience any adrenaline at all. I can't emphasize this point enough - this is an extremely calm, slow, uninteresting tour. Your heart rate will not go up. 2 - The trail is poorly maintained and you'll be bobbing up and down an obnoxious amount. 3 - The machines are old and poorly maintained. My windshield fell off (by itself) twice on the ride. 4 - The process to geared up and get going takes so long (because there isn't enough staff) that your 2 hr tour will be 90 mins max. 5 - The whole operation is disorganized and you'll spend a lot of time waiting around for them to figure out who/what/where. As for the positives: 1 - The tour guide was nice and she tried her best. 2 - Nice that they provide transport to/from Whistler village. I've had much better experiences on other tours. Go somewhere else and have actual fun.

So fun! Had a great stagette party, they madd it so fun, great games. I had never played before but…read morethey explained well.

Alexander Falls is an under the radar waterfall situated just off Sea to Sky Highway, located about…read more24 kilometers east of Whistler, British Columbia. I liked the view and perspective of Alexander Falls. In fact, this whole section within the great outdoors of BC, Canada boasts some frequent and picturesque looking waterfalls. I combined this Alexander Falls with a bunch of other waterfalls including... - Nairn Falls. - Rainbow falls. - Brandywine Falls. - Shannon Falls. As long as you're driving Sea to Sky Highway...you should bump into all these natural wonders without having to venture too far off the beaten path. At the most...you may have to hike 1 kilometer or so at a few of the waterfalls. For myself, I decided to make my journey along Sea to Sky Highway a "waterfall themed" adventure trying to capture as many falls as I could within my travels. In my opinion, it's just fun to view waterfall, after waterfall, after waterfall, lol. Even if they're not so spectacular or epic looking, I think getting out into nature and admiring them from afar puts people in a good mood, like for me, it felt like I was allocating my time appropriately during my explorations eventually down to Vancouver. But for this Alexander Falls, you make a turn onto Callaghan Road, just off Sea to Sky Highway and...before arriving, you make one last left hand turn into the Alexander Falls Parking Lot. This last bit of road was extremely bumpy, filled with massive potholes. I arrived in late September on a Saturday at about 9am and was the only person here. After exiting my car, Alexander Falls was already in full view. It was that easy. I did look for hiking trails to possibly get a closer angle of the waterfall but there were clear signs warning visitors that walking past the viewing platform could be unpredictable and unstable. It was highly suggested to hang out by the overlook. So...the vista point view you get of Alexander Falls is pretty much undisturbed. If I had to describe anything in the moment, I'd say I was standing a little too far away. It would have been nicer to be positioned closer. Regardless, I still had ample time to appreciate the setting without strangers getting in the way, lol. Some facts about Alexander Falls according to Wikipedia... "Alexander Falls is a waterfall in the Callaghan Valley area of the Sea to Sky Country of southwestern British Columbia, Canada. The falls are located just below a bridge on the access road to Callaghan Lake Provincial Park, at the head of the valley, which lies to the west of the resort town of Whistler. The falls consist of three drops that total up to 141 feet (43 m) in total. The falls are about 40 feet (12 m) wide". I only needed about 20 minutes to get in some photos before feeling content and moving on. In total, I enjoyed Alexander Falls' appearance, especially since Nairn Falls and Rainbow Falls were relatively disappointing prior to stopping here. And after Alexander Falls, 13 kilometers south is the best of em all and that being...Brandywine Falls! So, for those trying to check off as many waterfalls as possible in this part of Sea to Sky Highway, I'd put Alexander Falls in the middle-to-upper echelon in terms of worthwhileness. I think you'll be pleasantly satisfied with your visit.

Bears are awake again! Why don't we sleep the entire winter like them? It's like hitting the fast…read moreforward button to summer. None of this snow nonsense! The drive from sea to sky on Callaghan Road is around 15 minutes however it is known as the best unofficial place to see bears in Whistler. The road was paved for the 2010 olympics and grass was planted on either side that apparently grows clover (which bears love). So be careful out there and whatever you do don't get out of the car if you see one. If you visit Alexander falls in spring there is still 3-4 feet of snow on the ground so snow boots or snowshoes will help you get to the lookout. But once you get there because you're standing on 3-4 feet of ice you're above the railing of the lookout so you'll get great shots! (Just be careful to not fall over) This is another example of why Whistler is one of the most beautiful places in BC to visit. Towards the end of spring the tap to the waterfall is turned on full blast because of melting ice and snow so it's a really pretty show and you'll also get to see the rainbow effect on clear days like at Brandywine falls. There really is no hike here only an easy five minute stroll from your car to the look out and picnic tables to munch on grub. There are bathrooms here but I'd hold it until you get to a real one because these are outhouse styled. This is definitely one of mother nature's creations that you shouldn't miss if you visit Whistler. #WhistlerWonderland

Phenomenal bootfitting service - sent many people to have Barry set them up correctly so the boots…read morewould perform on snow as intended. Finally decided to take my new Redster STI130 race boots for complete fitting, new SIDAS footbeds, and lifter install! Thanks Barry! PS - the new boots are as good or even better than the existing pair of identical STI130's I had set up elsewhere!

If you are looking for an adventure that perfectly blends hiking, rock climbing, and light…read moremountaineering, the Whistler Via Ferrata is an absolute must-do. The panoramic views of the mountains are spectacular and unlike anything else you'll see in the area. It was by far the most challenging and fun adventure we've ever taken! Our guide, Fraser, was phenomenal. Right from the start, he got us fitted into our harnesses and did a thorough, reassuring walkthrough of all the equipment and safety protocols. The journey kicked off with about a one-hour hike through the snow to get to the base of the via ferrata. Fraser was fantastic during this part--meticulously checking the route to ensure the path was completely safe to walk through since the snow was covering a lot of rocks. A few helpful tips for anyone booking: - Take the rental boots! They give you the option to rent hiking boots, and you absolutely should. By the end of the snow hike, the rental shoes and socks were completely soaked. We were incredibly grateful that our own footwear stayed dry for the rest of the day. - The descent is a breeze: After an incredible, adrenaline-pumping climb with breathtaking views, the hike back down to the gondola is on a clear, paved path with zero snow. It's an easy, relaxing way to wind down after a big climb. Highly, highly recommend this experience.

My husband and I booked with Mountain Skills Academy & Adventures back in early June for their…read moreSquamish Via Ferrata at the Sea to Sky Gondola. WOW, so amazing! What a great, adventurous activity to soak in the sights and landscape of the surrounding area. After riding the Sea to Sky Gondola to the top (the lift ticket was included in the price of the tour), we met up with our tour guide at a very easy to locate and well-labeled hut. We were greeted warmly and introduced to the small group of others that we'd be climbing with. As newbies to climbing a via ferrata, we appreciated the time our guide took with us to get hooked up with helmets and climbing gear. It was a very hot, very sunny day on our climb but I'm glad I wore leggings as shorts would have been uncomfortable with the belts and loops. Wear decent footwear as there is a lot of climbing to do on this adventure. Our tour started with a short hike downhill to the start of the climbing route. Along the way, we learned a bit of history about the area as well as the local flora. At the start of our climb, we learned the proper way to clip in and traverse the lines, laddered rungs, and bridges. There were plenty of breaks built in and a lot of guidance and directions so we could comfortably work our way up the rocky face of the mountain. The views of Squamish Harbour and the neighboring snowy peaks were awe-inspiring, albeit a bit nerve-wracking to take in at times. For most of the trip you're facing the mountainside so it's easy to forget just how far up you've climbed and the sweeping views behind you. At one point though, we sat on a small bridge facing out and WOWSAH! Took about an hour and a half to make our way through the series of fixed cables. Our guide snapped photos of us through which was much appreciated as I didn't have the right gear on my vacation to keep my phone out for my own photos without fear of dropping it. We received the pictures from the guide right at the end of the trip directly to our cell phones so we left with those in tow. A thrilling tour and first experience on a via ferrata. So grateful for the patience, focus on safety (and fun!), and laid back atmosphere during our time on the rock face. Thank you Mountain Skills Academy and Adventures!