Operated from May to October

Available on Weekdays and Weekends. Click on "Book Now" button for information on availability.

Pick-up / Drop-off: Downtown Vancouver at the Tour Bus Stop on West Cordova Street 

Cancellation Policy

In the event that we have to cancel the trip due to bad weather or any other reason that we don't have control over, we will refund you in full and waive any cancellation fees. You can claim a refund* if you decide to cancel 4 days or more before your scheduled trip.  You have one free chance to change the date of your trip if you notify us at least 3 days before your scheduled trip. Click here for more information on our Cancellation Policy.

About the Joffre Lakes Hike 

The Joffre Lakes Hike should be on everybody's to do list. Joffre Lakes is one of British Columbia's most beautiful hikes and is a relatively moderate hike compared to other alpine lakes in the region. The hike passes three exquisite lakes with turquoise blue water. LIVV Adventures offer a very affordable and convenient return transportation service on select weekends, making this hike accessible for all Vancouverites! Board one of our luxury air-conditioned buses in Vancouver and join a group of like-minded people who are yearning to experience one of the many hidden gems that British Columbia has to offer.

The first lake, Lower Joffre Lake, is located minutes from the parking lot. The views are stunning and on a clear day, Matier Glacier can be seen hanging high above. From Lower Joffre Lake, begin your hike to Middle and Upper Joffre Lakes. You will first cross a bridge, whereafter you will follow the trail along the edge of the lake. Soon after, the trail starts climbing through forested areas. After about 20mins on the trail, a clearing allows for sweeping views over the valley. 

After crossing the Joffre Creek, a couple of switchbacks will take you towards Middle Joffre Lake. At the viewpoint of the second lake, you will notice the majestic glacier-laden peaks towering above you. Continue hiking towards Upper Joffre Lake and pass a scenic waterfall. After a walk along the lake, you will reach a viewpoint overlooking all three lakes, with the glacier in the background. Take pictures, soak up the scenery and have lunch in one of British Columbia's most scenic spots. Hear the rumble of ice breaking off the glacier and tumbling down the rocky slopes towards the lake.

Start making your way down towards the parking lot so the you will be in time for our departure at 15:30pm. You will arrive back in Vancouver around 18:30pm filled with unforgettable memories!

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Garibaldi Lake Hike

Operated from June to September

Click on the "Book Now" button for information on our schedule and availability.

Pick-up / Drop-off: Downtown Vancouver at the Tour Bus Stop on West Cordova Street 

Cancellation Policy

In the event that we have to cancel the trip due to bad weather or any other reason that we don't have control over, we will refund you in full and waive any cancellation fees. You can claim a refund* if you decide to cancel 4 days or more before your scheduled trip.  You have one free chance to change the date of your trip if you notify us at least 3 days before your scheduled trip. Click here for more information on our Cancellation Policy.

About the Garibaldi Lake Hike 

The Garibaldi Lake Hike should be on everybody's to do list. Situated in the Garibaldi Provincial Park, the hike to Garibaldi Lake is one of British Columbia's most beautiful. This day hike will take you to a stunning, glacier-fed lake that sits 1,450m above sea level, surrounded by snow-capped mountains, glacial laden peaks, alpine meadows and volcanic structures. LIVV Adventures offer a very affordable and convenient return transportation service on weekends and on select week days during summer, making this hike accessible to all Vancouverites! Board one of our luxury air-conditioned buses in Vancouver and join a group of like-minded people who are yearning to experience one of the many hidden gems that British Columbia has to offer.

From the Rubble Creek parking lot, it is a 9 km hike to reach Garibaldi Lake. The first 6km takes you on a switchback mountain trail through forest and plentiful of Western and Red Cedar and Douglas Fir trees. Around the 30 minute mark from the start, there is a creek crossing where you can fill your water bottles. Water along the way is not plentiful, so make sure that you carry enough water with you. The next hour and a half is a rather relentless uphill climb on the switchback trail.

After counting down five gruelling kilometres, you will reach a lookout point over The Barrier. The Barrier is a lava dam that contains the Garibaldi Lake system. A sheer cliff is the result of a massive landslide that happened in 1885. Just beyond the 6km marker, you will find a junction that allows you to either go to the Taylor Meadows campground or Garibaldi Lake. This is a good point to take a break. Keep right at the 6km junction and follow the trail towards Garibaldi Lake. At this point, most of the elevation gain will be behind you. During you final 3km towards Garibaldi Lake, you will pass Barrier Lake and Lesser Garibaldi Lake. These lakes are providing a taste of what is to come.

A few small creeks, feeding into Lesser Garibaldi Lake, crisscross the trail along the way to Garibaldi Lake. After you have passed Lesser Garibaldi Lake, you'll cross a wooden bridge over Taylor Creek. After 20 minutes, you will come to another junction that leads to either Taylor Meadows or Garibaldi Lake. Stay on the trail for Garibaldi Lake. You will start descending towards Garibaldi Lake. A spectacular view of the pristine turquoise Garibaldi Lake and Sphinx glacier awaits you.

Start making your way down towards the parking lot so the you will be in time for our departure at 17:00pm. You will arrive back in Vancouver around 18:30pm filled with unforgettable memories!

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Joffre Lakes Hike

Stawamus Chief Hike

Operated from July to September

Available on Wednesdays, Thursdays and Fridays. Please Contact Us to check availability. Due to the popularity of this adventure and the short summer season, we encourage our guests to book in advance.

Pick-up / Drop-off: Downtown Vancouver at the Tour Bus Stop on West Cordova Street 

Cancellation Policy

You will receive a FULL REFUND if you cancel 4 days or more before your scheduled trip. In the event that we have to cancel the trip due to bad weather or any other reason that we don't have control over, we will also give you a FULL REFUND. You have one free chance to change the date of your trip if you notify us at least 7 days before your scheduled trip.

About Phantom Lake 

Phantom lake is a dazzling turquoise-colored glacial lake hanging high in the Coast Mountains. At one end, water feeds into the lake from the ancient glaciers of Mt Jimmy Jimmy and Tzoonie Mountain while at the other, it escapes via a towering cascading waterfall. When you fly past it, you'll feel like you are in a movie!

Even though Phantom Lake is only a 20 minute flight from Squamish Airport, its location makes it inaccessible for most people. The seclusion of Phantom Lake is one of the reasons why it is loved by people who want to wander off the beaten path.

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Garibaldi Lake Hike

Joffre Lakes Hike

Operated from June to September

Click"Book Now" for information on our schedule and availability.

Pick-up / Drop-off. At the Welcome Kiosk at Canada Place

Canada Place is located downtown Vancouver near all the major transportation hubs. The Welcome Kiosk at Canada Place is pictured below.

About the Stawamus Chief Hike 

The Stawamus Chief ('The Chief') is one of the most popular day hikes near Vancouver. It is also one of the best rock climbing spots in British Columbia. Simply referred to as 'The Chief', it is a giant granite monolith that towers high above the coastal town of Squamish, offering breathtaking views of Howe Sound and several mountains in Garibaldi Provincial Park. 

The Chief has three separate summits that hikers can climb: the South (Peak 1), the Centre (Peak 2), and the North (Peak 3). Each summit can be done individually, or if you feel more ambitious, you can do all three. Most hikers choose to do the shorter trip to the South Peak as it offers spectacular views over the ocean and mountains. The Chief gets snow during the winter, but due to its relatively low elevation and proximity to the ocean, it does not get as much as other nearby mountains. It enjoys a fairly long hiking season and the trail is normally free of snow in early spring.

The start of the trail is located near Squamish, about 1 hour's drive from Vancouver. There is no public transport between Vancouver and trailhead to The Chief. From the parking lot, join the trail and head up the stairs. For the first 30 to 45 minutes, the trail climbs steadily uphill over wooden steps. You will get to a junction where you will have to keep left. After another 10 minutes, you will reach a junction where you can choose to go left to the South Peak, or go right to the Centre and North Peaks. All 3 peaks can be completed in approximately 5 hours or if you prefer a shorter trip, the hike to the South Peak will take about 3.5 hours. 

A spectacular view awaits where an enormous slab of granite hangs overtop of the trail. Walk up the stairs to where the forest opens up and gives way to the exposed rock  at the summit of The Chief. The Chief is the second largest granite monolith in the world (i.e. it is one giant granite rock) and provides the platform for stunning views over Howe Sound and the surrounding mountains.

Make your way back in time for the departure of the bus to Vancouver. LIVV Adventures provide an affordable, frequent and convenient day trip to The Chief during the summer months. No other public transport exists between Vancouver and The Chief.

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Garibaldi Lake Hike

Joffre Lakes Hike

Operated from May to October

Available on Weekdays and Weekends. Click on "Book Now" button for information on availability.

Pick-up / Drop-off: Whistler Gateway Bus Loop 

The pickup and drop-off in Whistler Village is the Gateway Bus Loop, located in the heart of Whistler Village. We will pick you up in front of the Whistler Visitor Centre

Our fleet of vehicles consists of brand new and air conditioned Mercedes Benz Sprinter Vans and Shuttle Buses.

Cancellation Policy

In the event that we have to cancel the trip due to bad weather or any other reason that we don't have control over, we will refund you in full and waive any cancellation fees. You have one free chance to change the date of your trip if you notify us at least 3 days before your scheduled trip. You can claim a refund* if you decide to cancel 4 days or more before your scheduled trip. You have one free chance to change the date of your trip if you notify us at least 3 days before your scheduled trip. Click here for more information on our Cancellation Policy.

About the Joffre Lakes Hike 

The Joffre Lakes Hike should be on everybody's to do list. Joffre Lakes is one of British Columbia's most beautiful hikes and is a relatively moderate hike compared to other alpine lakes in the region. The hike passes three exquisite lakes with turquoise blue water. LIVV Adventures offer a very affordable and convenient return transportation service on select weekdays and weekends, making this hike accessible from Whistler. Board one of our luxury air-conditioned buses in Whistler and join a group of like-minded people who are yearning to experience one of the many hidden gems that British Columbia has to offer.

The first lake, Lower Joffre Lake, is located minutes from the parking lot. The views are stunning and on a clear day, Matier Glacier can be seen hanging high above. From Lower Joffre Lake, begin your hike to Middle and Upper Joffre Lakes. You will first cross a bridge, whereafter you will follow the trail along the edge of the lake. Soon after, the trail starts climbing through forested areas. After about 20mins on the trail, a clearing allows for sweeping views over the valley. 

After crossing the Joffre Creek, a couple of switchbacks will take you towards Middle Joffre Lake. At the viewpoint of the second lake, you will notice the majestic glacier-laden peaks towering above you. Continue hiking towards Upper Joffre Lake and pass a scenic waterfall. After a walk along the lake, you will reach a viewpoint overlooking all three lakes, with the glacier in the background. Take pictures, soak up the scenery and have lunch in one of British Columbia's most scenic spots. Hear the rumble of ice breaking off the glacier and tumbling down the rocky slopes towards the lake.

Start making your way down towards the parking lot so the you will be in time for our departure at 15:45pm. You will arrive back in Whistler around 17:00pm filled with unforgettable memories!

Other Adventures you might be interested in... 

Garibaldi Lake Hike