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Ancient Trees of Vancouver Walking Tour

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Vancouver, Canada

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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 Canada’s largest maple tree, 1000 year old cedars, massive firs, and you will also learn about the history of the park and the history of the original coast Salish people who called the park home. We will walk various trails in the park and see the most impressive giants still standing. Some of these giants are hidden unless you know where to look. 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 forested landscape.

What's Included

  • Walking Tour
  • Towering 600+ year old Douglas fir trees
  • Old Maps, 120 year old postcards, and photographs help tell the story
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    Ferguson Point, 7501 Stanley Park Dr, Vancouver, BC V6G 3E2, Canada

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    I’ll be standing on the large concrete platform right beside the road. You can park right in front of the meeting spot. If the lot is full, additional parking is available at the Third Beach parking lot, just a 2-minute walk from Ferguson Point.

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    This activity ends back at the meeting point.

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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.
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    3 hours • Admission Ticket Free

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    • Service animals allowed
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

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    Q: What is the cancellation policy?

    A: The Ancient Trees of Vancouver Walking Tour has a Free Cancellation policy. You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (PDT). Read more Apr 2025

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    Cancellation Policy

    You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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    You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

    • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
    • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
    • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
    • Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (PDT).

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