Sea to Sky Highway Self-Guided Audio Tour in Columbia

Key facts

What's included

Itinerary

1. Stop 1 Pass by

   Start your drive on the Sea to Sky Highway, with stories playing automatically about Howe Sound and the Coast Mountains.

2. Stop 2 Pass by

   Begin from Vancouver by heading north on Highway 1 over the Ironworkers Memorial Bridge, merging into Highway 99 toward Whistler.

3. Stop 3 Pass by

   Drive through the Northshore area, including West & North Vancouver and the North Shore Mountains.

4. Stop 4 Pass by

   Cross the Georgia Strait, an arm of the Salish Sea, which separates Vancouver Island from the mainland.

5. Stop 5 Pass by

   Learn why Cypress Mountain is named as such, despite neither of the two mountains bearing that name.

6. Stop 6 Pass by

   Explore Cypress Provincial Park, with trails like Baden Powell and Howe Sound Crest offering spectacular views.

7. Stop 7 Pass by

   Get insights into Highway 99, its history, and significance as you continue your drive.

8. Stop 8 Pass by

   Hear about the Lions Bay Volunteer Search and Rescue Team, formed after landslides in the 1980s.

9. Stop 9 Pass by

   Stop at Porteau Cove Road Lookout for a panoramic view of Howe Sound.

10. Stop 10 Pass by

    Discover the story behind Anvil Island, first documented by Captain George Vancouver in 1792.

11. Stop 11 Pass by

    Learn about Howe Sound, North America’s southernmost fjord, and the differences between fjords, sounds, and bights.

12. Stop 12 Pass by

    Spot the Britannia Mine Museum, a historic site with a fascinating past, visible from the highway.

13. Stop 13 Pass by

    Visit Murrin Provincial Park for parking, washrooms, and a scenic trail with a notable pictograph.

14. Stop 14 Pass by

    Hear about a hidden gem, opening up like a Russian doll—discover what lies inside.

15. Stop 15 Pass by

    Check out Shannon Falls, famous for its impressive cascade and natural beauty.

16. Stop 16 Pass by

    For thrill-seekers, a stop that gets your adrenaline pumping—don’t miss it!

17. Stop 17 Pass by

    Learn about Stawamus Chief Mountain, its origins, and significance to local First Nations.

18. Stop 18 Pass by

    Whistler is known as Canada’s outdoor recreation hub—hear about its history and current scene.

19. Stop 19 Pass by

    Explore the history of the berm and rail spur line around the estuary, and how it has evolved.

20. Stop 20 Pass by

    Discover why this area is a major wintering ground for bald eagles in North America.

21. Stop 21 Pass by

    Tantalus Lookout offers breathtaking views of the 'tantalizing' mountains—great photo opportunities.

22. Stop 22 Pass by

    Hear stories passed down among the Squamish First Nations, linked to this natural site.

23. Stop 23 Pass by

    Visit a volcanic escarpment with a short walk to a high viewing platform—spectacular scenery awaits.

24. Stop 24 Pass by

    Learn about the original name of Whistler Mountain and why it was changed, along with its current name origin.

25. Stop 25 Pass by

    Hear how Olympic efforts to ensure snow for the 2010 Games were so intense they could be a sport in itself.

26. Stop 26 Pass by

    See Alta Creek, affectionately known for its singing name, and learn why it’s so popular.

27. Stop 27 Pass by

    Discover Whistler’s roots, dating back to a 1860s Royal Navy survey, and how it has grown into a world-famous destination.

Meeting point & pickup

Meet at the starting point of your choice, either Vancouver or Whistler.

The tour runs in both directions along the Sea to Sky Highway 99. Experience is the same regardless of starting location.

Cancellation & confirmation