Did a kayak tour and Hasen was our guide. My friend and I just walked in on Friday morning and he…read moreaccommodated us easily. He gave us a wonderful tour as he told us about the history of the island and the natural sights all around. Incredible to see so many bald eagles perched on top of the trees. Fun seeing the "Bat Cave" at Finisterre Island. Being with Hasen was like hanging out with one's super nice neighbor. He was so congenial and helpful all day. He lent us dry bags for what we brought onto the boats and gave us a locked locker to use for our valuables. He also gave us some great tips on how to enjoy the rest of our visit to Bowen Island.

What an amazing experience! We did a guided tour off the west coast of Bowen - to paisley island…read moreand around. Our guides were amazing - pointing out wildlife as well as helping us find the route best for our family's ability. The lunch they provided was delicious - though the setting and hard work to get to the island was a contributing factor. Overall highly recommended as a guiding service and as a kayaking destination (at least for our late beginner/intermediate kayak abilities). Seals, sea stars, several seagulls, but alas no orcas.

I purchaced tandem kayaking rental through Groupon and first of all, their customer service was so…read moreimpressive. They replied all inquiries so quickly and even acitivity day, their instruction was very detailed. And very friendly too. Tips: they have lockers inside of kayak garage but you need to bring your lock. Toilet is in the community centre near there.

I simply love being out on the water! And even if False Creek isn't the cleanest, I'd kayak there…read moreevery chance I get. Since I don't own a kayak, I have to look for good deals because I love being out on the water during Summer. I normally buy my vouchers on Groupon during winter and stack them up for Summer. My experiences with Creekside have been pretty good. They have an easy location not too far from the water. Their staff are friendly and always helpful. When they get real busy, they want the kayaks back right on time so that their next customers don't have to wait. I've always kayaked in the afternoons and this place gets busy with paddle boarders, rowers and kayakers; they all share the same deck. Can't wait for them to open on April 29th so I can get out there and have a great time!

I went here for the first time today after reading the Yelp reviews, which were mostly positive…read more I found the staff's assistance to be very good, even thorough. They didn't rush or pressure me. Prices seemed about average/reasonable. There were some items on sale. I would recommend this establishment to others. Well done staff members, it's hard to find good service these days!

Travel underwear is awesome. You wash 'em in the sink and they're good to go the next day…read more But if you discover that you didn't pack another pair immediately following said washing, well, you might be in trouble. I mean, yeah there's a Sears a decent stroll from the hotel but no grimy cotton skivvies will do. Never, my tender bits require advanced textile technology! So through the miracle combination of Yelp, Google whatever you guys call your transit stuff I make the trek from Robson to Broadway to Hillsound. Okay, there were a few other stops of places that didn't have what I needed. The point is I DID end up at Hillsound where as dude put it, there's a wall of my preferred make of wicky knickers, saving my [redacted] from all that humidity.

In short: Professional and Awesome. Thank you so much to the whole staff, especially Inge and Jim…read morefor their dive instruction. The longer version: I had to do my PADI cert twice due to administration issues overseas. Comparing my previous experience to Dive Locker, the Dive Locker is way more helpful and professional. They guide you through every step of the process, and it feels like a well-oiled machine. I can't imagine a better way to get your cert (even though the ocean here is really cold). By the end of the program, even students that were struggling had a strong grasp on how to dive. There's no judgement at all. I didn't think I'd enjoy coldwater diving as much as I did, but on my final dive I got to see things underwater I never knew existed here; Giant anemones, massive star fish and tons of cool fish. If you can get through the training and stand the cold, it's definitely worth getting your cert with Dive Locker.

I did business with Vancouver Diving. The service was excellent. I have sent several emails…read morerequesting information. Paul and Riley responded quickly and were patient with me. I recommand it.

We had a great experience today paddleboarding on Granville Island with Simon! He has knowledge…read moreabout the Vancouver like no other! Thank you for making this experience so special for my daughter and I. Tina & Ria

If I could leave more stars I would! We did the UNESCO Biosphere & Bowen Island Boat Tour. This was…read moreeasily the best outdoor adventure I've had all summer. Guaranteed thrills on this zodiac boat tour! Wow..talk about an adrenline rush! This was basically a high speed thrill ride in a jet boat with amazing scenery. Life is always better on a boat! I was literally just having the time of my life!! 3 hours of pure adrenline and jaw-dropping views....speeding across those waves felt like a roller coaster on the water! Zooming down the ocean, wind in your hair, sun on your face...you'll have the time of your life!!! The adrenaline rush was unreal, and the views from the water were stunning. Still buzzing from the speed, and sprays. And let's be honest, seeing Van from the water is absolutely epic. You rediscover the city from a completely different perspective. The experience is a total thrill -- high speeds with the sun and wind in your face, plus those mini splashes of water that make it feel even more epic. Vancouver's coastline is stunning, but seeing it at high speed is a whole different experience. We felt safe but totally exhilarated. From the moment the ride started, the speed, fun turns, and splashes of water made it so exciting. The ride itself was an absolute adrenaline rush! Speed, excitement, and so much fun from start to finish! The speed, and scenery were all unreal. We had so much fun from start to finish -- adrenaline, laughs, and nonstop excitement. Shoutout to Jessica for the top-tier communication! Her communication was exceptional leading up to the event which made the whole process smooth and stress-free. Huge kudos to our driver Ray for his great sense of humour and keeping the vibe fun the whole ride. The energy from Ray was fantastic, keeping everyone hyped up and laughing the entire time. Definitely hope you get Ray as your driver! He clearly knew exactly how to make the ride exciting while keeping it smooth and controlled. Ray's energy, charisma, and knowledge about Van were truly impressive. He didn't miss a single detail and made the entire tour feel engaging and special. Thanks to him, you really feel like you get to know the city, because he shares so many interesting facts about every place you pass. It's not just a boat ride - it's 3 hours of thrills with incredible views at every turn! The boat then stopped at Bowen Island and the tour includes ice cream on the island. It's a little escape from the busy everyday life! Life just moves differently here! I could get very used to this island time thing! I can't think of a more exciting way to experience Vancouver's scenery! We got to feel the rush of speed, soak up the splash, and experience Vancouver from a whole new perspective. We cruised through the Howe Sound, felt the ocean breeze, and took in unbeatable views of Vancouver! Speed, waves, water splashes...full-on adrenaline rush! If you're looking for something unforgettable to do before the summer ends, you need to come experience this! Some moments are best experienced from the water!! Hands down, this is one of the best experiences to have in all of Vancouver. If you're looking for a fun, high-energy adventure on the water, this is absolutely the ride to take. If you are hesitant to book this tour, I am here to tell you to just hit that reservation button.

I'm not a diver so this review doesn't speak to any of the diving courses or scuba specific gear…read morelike tanks. When it comes to general water sports equipment, like wetsuits, they have an ok selection and can have good prices when things are on sale. They seem pricy when things aren't on sale, so I'm not sure I'd buy much here unless it was on sale, but it's nice to have a local shop where you can try on gear and sometimes get a good deal.

I have used them to fill tanks and a good friend learned to dive with them last year. It's a great…read moregroup of instructors and staff but the parking on the Island leaves allot to be desired. 3 stars bad parking and scuba tanks are heavy to carry around.

Pros: - Relatively efficient rental process…read more - Workers are nice and friendly although it's clear that they are seasonal and probably very temporary workers. Most are teenagers so hopefully the company is paying them fairly. - Its relatively safe if you kayak close to the dropoff point. You can also explore a much larger area (see the map online) but it's actually quite far. Water is pretty shallow in a lot of parts. Cons: - The rental was $60 for 2hrs for a double which isn't too bad but can definitely add up if you have a large party. Singles are a bit more expensive per person. Definitely expect to spend at least 1hr kayaking. - At least on the day I went, the currents were quite strong which is strange since we were in an inlet.

Well run, definitely busy so make sure you book your equipment online a day ahead of time. Everyone…read moreworking here is friendly and we truly had an amazing time on the water. So amazing, and not too busy on the water.

Great Outdoors Store. Fantastic service! If you are lucky…read moreenough to meet Jin the owner while there absorb his knowledge. The guy is a BC Legend .

Very fun store! New to fishing and they assisted me with everything I needed…read more Tons of cool stuff to look at and get inspired.