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Traveling to Whistler

Traveling to Whistler, BC, Canada is one of the most scenic and panoramic views you could ask for. Whether you come by air, land or water, the drive up the Sea to Sky highway offers a scenic view of the Pacific Ocean – Howe Sound to the west, and to the east the Coast Mountains covered in lush trees and forest life.

Travelers to Whistler, British Columbia, Canada can expect a 2 hours ride from Vancouver, 5 hour ride from Seattle, Washington, and only +1 hours from Squamish.

You can reach Whistler by train, bus, driving, boat (up to Squamish) and air (private rentals).

When traveling to Whistler, many travelers opt to stop in Squamish and the famous Shannon Falls water fall for a brief pit stop to take in the fresh mountain air, and scenic views of the mountain side. (visit Tourism Whistler for more information on activities during the summer and winter months of Whistler, BC, Canada)

If you’re truly adventurous, there are  private hikes up the backside of Whistler mountain, though these take a few days and only recommended for the well experienced hiker.

Traveling to Whistler for a Whistler accomodation in the summer brings many local’s from Vancouver, and abroad, to take in the awesome mountain biking trails which are converted from the winter slopes. Bike rentals can be found in Whistler and Whistler Village for those travelers and tourists seeking to take in this extreme sport.
Others traveling to Whistler for their summer vacation go for the hiking, fishing, river rafting and golf.

The winter season in Whistler brings a whole new adventure to the winter wonderland. Travelers to Whistler come for powder and snow for the ski and snowboard season.
If skiing or snowboarding is not your gig, Whistler travelers can rent snowmobiles, go tubing, heli-skiing or simply lounging in the local pubs and bars.

Whistler travelers have a variety of accommodations and vacation rentals to choose from for their stay.  You'll find a variety of accommodation choices in the resort, from luxury hotel suites and condos to town homes and private accommodations.