Our first stop was Capilano Suspension Bridge - though the name disguises jut how much there is to see & do there. We began with an introductory tour, then crossed the bridge itself & took a nature tour. After that the group split up to climb the 'treetops trail' through the rainforest canopy, brave the overhanging 'cliffwalk' or just enjoy some old time music.
Our second stop was Grouse Mountain, the huge massif that overlooks the city & allows residents to ski after work in the winter months! We rode the cable car up (an 8 minute ride on the largest gondola in North America), then enjoyed free time to take in the many attractions atop the mountain - a grizzly bear habitat with two orphaned grizzlies, an entertaining lumberjack show & an amazing raptor display, etc.
Back down the mountain we returned to the city, our last ride with our excellent driver Fabio. At the hotel it was time to say farewell to Fabio as he began his journey home to Calgary. We have one more full day in Vancouver before it is time for us to head home too.
Tomorrow: A totally free day to explore Vancouver at leisure, meeting for a farewell dinner on the last night of our trip.
Historical tour at Capilano Suspension Bridge
Totem poles
Crossing the bridge...
The 'Cliffwalk'
Ascending Grouse Mountain...
...into the clouds!
Lunch atop the mountain
Farewell Fabio
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