Vancouver Area Cruises 

New
 8331 River Road, Richmond, BC V6X 3A3, Canada

Vancouver Area Cruises 

Richmond, BC, Canada
42 feet
12
Just listed

Vancouver Area Cruises is a beautifully restored Defevre 40 Passage Maker motor yacht, restored in 2018 and based in Richmond. With space for up to 12 guests, this comfortable and spacious vessel is an excellent choice for private sightseeing, scenic cruises, and memorable days exploring the Vancouver area from the water.

Powered by twin 350 HP diesel Perkins engines, the yacht cruises at up to 10 knots, giving you plenty of time to relax and take in the scenery. Enjoy the fresh air from the aft or bow sundecks, flybridge, or bathing platform, while the bimini provides welcome shade when needed. Onboard amenities include a kitchen, refrigerator, ice box, grill, audio system, and outside speakers, with drinks available as an optional add-on.

Your experienced captain, Gord Parsons, specializes in boat and yacht tours and is ready to help make your time on the water enjoyable and stress-free. Swimming and alcohol are welcome, and children are also invited to join the adventure.

Safety is a priority, with GPS, radar, VHF radio, chart plotter, depth finder, sonar, anchor, bow thruster, and life jackets onboard.

Gather your group and experience Vancouver from a whole new perspective aboard Vancouver Area Cruises!

Vancouver Area Cruises is a beautifully restored Defevre 40 Passage Maker motor yacht, restored in 2018 and based in Richmond. With space for up to 12 guests, this comfortable and spacious vessel is an excellent choice for private sightseeing, scenic cruises, and memorable days exploring the Vancouver area from the water.

Powered by twin 350 HP diesel Perkins engines, the yacht cruises at up to 10 knots, giving you plenty of time to relax and take in the scenery. Enjoy the fresh air from the aft or bow sundecks, flybridge, or bathing platform, while the bimini provides welcome shade when needed. Onboard amenities include a kitchen, refrigerator, ice box, grill, audio system, and outside speakers, with drinks available as an optional add-on.

Your experienced captain, Gord Parsons, specializes in boat and yacht tours and is ready to help make your time on the water enjoyable and stress-free. Swimming and alcohol are welcome, and children are also invited to join the adventure.

Safety is a priority, with GPS, radar, VHF radio, chart plotter, depth finder, sonar, anchor, bow thruster, and life jackets onboard.

Gather your group and experience Vancouver from a whole new perspective aboard Vancouver Area Cruises!

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Trip availability and prices

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Number of days
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Group Size
2 adults • 0 children
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6 Hour – Howe Sound Loop
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
6 hour trip starts at 10:00 AM
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US $711
Private tour: up to 12 people

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FAQs about Vancouver Area Cruises

Vancouver Area Cruises offers the following trip to customers:
  • CA $1,000 per group - 6 Hour – Howe Sound Loop (6 hours)
When you book a trip with Vancouver Area Cruises, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • GPS
  • VHF Radio
  • Radar
  • Chart Plotter
  • Depth Finder
  • Sonar
  • Bow Thruster
  • Anchor
  • Dinghy
  • Wheel Steering
  • Life Jackets
  • Flybridge
  • Bimini
  • Kitchen
  • Bow Sundeck
  • Aft Sundeck
  • Bathing Platform
  • Audio System
  • Outside Speakers
  • Refrigerator
  • Ice Box
  • Grill
  • Galley Stove and Oven
Trips booked with Vancouver Area Cruises include:
  • Drinks
Vancouver Area Cruises offers the following activities:
  • Boat & Yacht Tours
  • Birthday Celebrations
  • Bachelorette & Bachelor Parties
  • Proposal & Engagement Trips
  • Corporate & Group Events

Your operator

Gord Parsons
Gord Parsons
Gord Parsons

Richmond, British Columbia, Canada

Member since July 2026

Capt. Gord Parsons welcomes guests aboard his beautifully restored Defevre 40 Passage Maker motor yacht, based in Richmond. With a passion for boat and yacht tours, Gord is dedicated to creating relaxing, scenic, and memorable experiences on the water while showcasing the beauty of the Vancouver area.

Member since July 2026

Capt. Gord Parsons welcomes guests aboard his beautifully restored Defevre 40 Passage Maker motor yacht, based in Richmond. With a passion for boat and yacht tours, Gord is dedicated to creating relaxing, scenic, and memorable experiences on the water while showcasing the beauty of the Vancouver area.

What the boat is like

Boat category
Yachts
Boat type
Motor yacht
Boat manufacturer
Defevre
Boat Model
40 Passage Maker
Year built
1978
Restored in
2018
Boat length
42 ft
Capacity
12 persons
Engine model
Perkins
Max crusing speed
10 knots
Powered by
2 x 350HP
Engine Type
Inboard
Fuel Type
Diesel
Number of cabins
2 cabins
Number of berths
4 berths
Number of heads
2 heads
Number of full baths
2 full baths
Number of toilets
2 toilets
Boat category
Yachts
Boat type
Motor yacht
Boat manufacturer
Defevre
Boat Model
40 Passage Maker
Year built
1978
Restored in
2018
Boat length
42 ft
Capacity
12 persons

Which kind of activities are offered

Boat & Yacht Tours
Birthday Celebrations
Bachelorette & Bachelor Parties
Proposal & Engagement Trips
Corporate & Group Events

Which amenities are available onboard

GPS
VHF Radio
Radar
Chart Plotter
Depth Finder
Sonar
Bow Thruster
Anchor
Dinghy
Wheel Steering
Life Jackets
Flybridge
Bimini
Kitchen
Bow Sundeck
Aft Sundeck
Bathing Platform
Audio System
Outside Speakers
Refrigerator
Ice Box
Grill
Galley Stove and Oven

What's included in the trip price

Drinks
Water bottles with ice in the cooler.

What’s allowed on the boat

Child Friendly
Smoking
Alcohol
Swimming

What additional terms you should be aware of

Security deposit of CA $250 per tour is required

A refundable deposit of CA $250 per tour is required at boat pick-up and will be returned to you when the boat is returned without damage. Security deposit is to be paid directly to the charter operator.


Fuel is included

Fuel is included in the price of the rental.

How cancellations work

Free cancellation up to 3 days prior to trip

You can cancel or modify your booking up to 3 days before the trip date, free of charge. If you cancel or modify your booking later, or fail to show up, you'll forfeit 100% of what you've paid.

More details

How you can pay

Reserve with a 10% booking deposit, pay the captain the rest

When the captain confirms your trip, BoatBooker charges your credit card a 10% booking deposit to guarantee your reservation.

The remaining balance is to be paid directly to the charter operator on or prior to your trip date in one of the following payment methods:

 Cash

 Visa

 Mastercard

 Bank transfer

When paying the remaining balance with a credit card, an additional 2% charge will apply.

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