Whistler Wired Activity Guide
At Whistler Wired, we’re dedicated to making your stay as unforgettable as possible. Our concierge service offers seamless booking for a wide variety of activities throughout the year. Whether you’re seeking thrilling winter adventures like skiing, snowboarding, and snowmobiling, or you’re ready to explore Whistler’s summer wonders with hiking, mountain biking, and ziplining, we’ve got you covered. Let us handle the details so you can focus on enjoying every moment of your Whistler getaway.
Winter Activities
ADVENTURE DINING – Adventure dining in Whistler combines gourmet meals with breathtaking alpine scenery, offering a unique culinary experience amidst the stunning natural beauty of the mountains.
ART GALLERIES – Whistler has a range of beautiful art galleries and museums, be sure to check out the Lil’wat Culture Centre.
AXE THROWING – Axe throwing is an exciting and challenging activity where participants hurl axes at wooden targets, testing their precision and strength in a fun, competitive environment.
BUBLY TUBE PARK – Take the family for a snowy afternoon slide or, for a more exciting experience, go down the hill at night while it’s lit up.
CROSS COUNTRY SKIING – Cross-country skiing provides a serene and invigorating way to explore winter landscapes, gliding across snow-covered trails with rhythmic motion and endurance.
DOG SLEDDING – Dog sledding is a thrilling winter activity where teams of huskies pull sleds through snowy landscapes, offering an unforgettable experience of speed and teamwork.
HELI SKIING – Embark on an exhilarating adventure, with breathtaking views and pristine powder in the majestic Coast Mountains.
PEAK 2 PEAK GONDOLA – Soar between mountains on the World Record Breaking PEAK 2 PEAK Gondola
FOLLOWCAM FILMING – Courtesy of Shred Vision, have your own professional cameraman follow you as your cruise down the slopes and receive fully edited videos after!
SKATING – Take in the views of the surrounding mountains while ice skating in the center of Whistler Village.
SKIING/SNOWBOARDING – With 8,171 acres of skiable land, Whistler Blackcomb is the perfect place for both snowboarders and skiers! Whistler provides terrain for all skill levels, whether you’re taking your yearly ski vacation in the mountains or picking up the sport for the first time.
SNOWMOBILING – There are numerous of adventure companies that provide snowmobile tours, so the possibilities for exploring new terrain are endless!
SNOWSHOEING – Snowshoeing offers a simple and family-friendly way to appreciate the winter beauty of Whistler. You can rent snowshoes for a self-guided walk or join a guided tour to explore the snowy landscape.
SPA & WELLNESS – Whistler’s large variety of spas and wellness facilities offer a complete range of bodywork and treatments to help you rejuvenate, restore, and refresh yourself in the mountains.
SQUAMISH LIL’WAT CULTURAL CENTRE – Connet with Whistler’s Sk̲wxwú7mesh Úxwumixw (Squamish Nation, Coast Salish) and Líl̓wat7ul (Lil’wat Nation, Interior Salish) Nations culture and heritage.
VALLEA LUMINA – Discover Vallea Lumina in Whistler, a multimedia night walk through an enchanted forest where you’ll pursue hidden wonders.
ZIPLINING – Fly through the forest on an exhilarating high-wire adventure.
Summer Activities
AERIAL OBSTACLE COURSE – Conquer tightropes, planks, swinging logs, ziplines, cargo nets, and ladders on Whistler’s tree-top adventures.
ATV/RZR TOURS – Access the backcountry, ride up Whistler or Blackcomb Mountain, or rip along old logging roads. A thrilling adventure for groups, couples, and solo visitors.
ART GALLERIES – Whistler has a range of beautiful art galleries and museums, be sure to check out the Lil’wat Culture Centre.
BEAR VIEWING – A chance to view Whistler’s famous black bears and cubs in their natural habitat and also learn about Whistler flora and fauna from experienced guides and researchers.
BUNGEE JUMPING – Feel the exhilaration of jumping from a 160-foot (50-metre) bridge spanning 300 feet over the glacial-fed Cheakamus River.
CLIMBING – Experience the thrill of climbing year-round with indoor and outdoor climbing locations as well as guided Via Ferrata tours.
FISHING – Whistler fishing is best known for its rugged beauty and easy-to-access fishing opportunities. Five lakes can be found within 10 to 15 minutes from Whistler Village, and a short 45-minute drive provides access to a handful of salmon-bearing systems.
FLOAT PLANE TOURS – Experience Whistler’s beauty from the sky, as well as direct scheduled flights between Vancouver and Whistler.
GOLFING – Explore one of Whistler’s 3 world-class golf courses in a stunning mountain setting. Get in touch with us for the best rates!
HELI-TOURS – From tours around the beautiful mountain scenery to heli-biking and heli-picnics, Whistler has it all, even heli-weddings!
HIKING – Whistler has an abundance of hiking trails. You can find 158 different trails on All Trails app alone.
JEEP TOURS – Leave paved roads behind and head for Whistler’s backcountry in rugged yet comfortable 4×4 vehicles, exploring mountains, wildlife, and wilderness.
MOUNTAIN BIKING – A leader in the mountain bike industry worldwide, Whistler offers a wide variety of riding for all levels and tastes, and continually pushes the boundaries on trail development.
RIDE THE PEAK 2 PEAK – Transport yourself to an otherworldly destination aboard the Guinness World Record-breaking PEAK 2 PEAK Gondola. Explore 50+ km of hiking trails, vistas that overload the senses, and an ever-changing landscape from early summer snow walls to blooming wildflowers to ancient glaciers.
RIVER OF GOLDEN DREAMS – The enchanting journey across Alta Lake and down the River of Golden Dreams is a summertime classic.
SHOOTING – Fun and Safe shooting real guns! 15 minutes north of Whistler Village, Whistler Shooting Adventures offers the use of real firearms for all ages and experience levels.
SPA & WELLNESS – Whistler’s large variety of spas and wellness facilities offer a complete range of bodywork and treatments to help you rejuvenate, restore, and refresh yourself in the mountains.
VALLEA LUMINA – Discover Vallea Lumina in Whistler, a multimedia night walk through an enchanted forest where you’ll pursue hidden wonders.
WATER SPORTS – Spend warm summer days on a beautiful beach by a cool, clear mountain lake. Relax in the sun or rent canoes, kayaks, and stand-up paddleboards for water adventures.
WHITE WATER RAFTING – Ride the melt water from the mountains on a fast, fun whitewater rafting tour on the Green, Lower Cheakamus, Elaho, and Squamish Rivers.
ZIPLINING – Fly through the forest on an exhilarating high-wire adventure.
Staff Recommendations
Kieran
Kieran is a foodie and recommends Canadian Wilderness Adventures for one of their dining experiences. His favorite—snowmobiling in the morning and a feast of scrambled eggs, back bacon and golden waffles with real maple syrup. His highlight was being able to take the sleds on the frozen lake after breakfast, and briefly into the alpine. The sunrise through the snow-covered trees was pure wilderness.
When summer arrives, Kieran suggests exploring Whistler’s extensive hiking trails.
There’s something for all levels and some of the hikes are accessed just steps from the village.
Ash
Winter would be skiing, of course. Then to Merlins for apres ski and the Hairfarmers band. Summer would be floating down the River of Golden Dreams. You can take a guided tour, rent a canoe or SUP, or like a true local, buy a dingy from the hardware store and hope it makes the voyage.
Jernee
Jernee likes the Scandinave Spa for the relaxation it brings after a busy day. You can easily spend three or four hours there, even without a treatment. The eucalyptus steam hut is her favourite, and she brings a book for the solariums. The tranquility is such a contrast to the busyness of the village. The café is good too. It has some healthy meals and snacks– and you’re allowed to talk there.
George
George recommends heading out to play a round of golf at one of Whistler’s legendary golf courses. He likes the challenge of the front 9 at the Fairmont as well as the mountain air and mountain views. George also recommends Sunstone, about a half hour north of Whistler. It’s a great course, the green fees are a little more to his budget, and you still get million-dollar mountain views.
Karen
Easily, Karen’s favorite place in Whistler is The Point Artist-Run Center on Alta Lake. In the winter, the lodge is a cozy place to take in a writing workshop or paint ‘n sip class. In the summer, she likes to dangle her feet off the dock during the Sunday Concert Series on the lawn. The highlight of Karen’s summer is the Flagstop Theatre and Arts Festival that includes dinner, live theatre on a floating stage, and dancing to a live band in the lodge afterwards. https://www.thepointartists.com/
Chris
Chris recommends Superfly side by side ziplines offered by Tag Whistler. The highest zipline of the four is 200 meters above the valley floor. They have two of the longest ziplines in Canada with the longest at 1.3km long reaching speeds of up to 90km an hour. If you have time, Chris recommends adding on the Advanced Aerial Course after, it’s a really fun challenge.
Nathan
No matter what the conditions are, Nathan likes to get up early and go for a ski. On a pow day, no line is too long for Fresh Tracks—a mountaintop breakfast buffet and early access to the powder.
When there’s no snow, Nathan’s new favorite thing is to take a float plane to Victoria or Vancouver for the day. Harbour Air leaves from Green Lake, beside Nicklaus North Golf Course.