Vancouver · VANCOUVER SEAPLANE & HELICOPTER FLIGHTS
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Nothing sorts the geography like lifting off the harbour: the seawall, the North Shore peaks and the Gulf Islands laid out below. Here are the best seaplane and helicopter flights over Vancouver — flight lengths, routes, whether you get the mountains or the city, and what each seat costs.
See Vancouver from above on a 30-minute Harbour Air seaplane. Stanley Park, Lions Gate Bridge, BC Place and more, rain or shine.
“Excellent seaplane flight and the pilot, Nathan was very good.”
30-minute seaplane over Vancouver from Canada Place with views of Stanley Park, downtown skyline, North Shore peaks, and Horseshoe Bay.
“We were very lucky and had a clear day in January and had an incredible experience, views were outstanding, definitely worth it.”
Harbour Air seaplane panorama plus Capilano Suspension Bridge Park with cliffwalk and rainforest views. A smart Vancouver bundle for about $191.
“Great activity, comfortable wait in the mini airport and the views over Vancouver were breathtaking!”
A 45-minute Coal Harbour seaplane ride with an extended route over Vancouver, islands, and rugged coastline, plus top city views.
“Awesome unique experience, taking use quite a long way over Vancouver harbour”
Harbour Air seaplane to Victoria in 35 minutes, then return by coach and ferry. Gulf Islands views plus Inner Harbour time.
“Great option to experience a seaplane whilst getting to Vancouver Island quicker than the ferry. Bus return was delayed and a little chaotic, but got us back to the ferry in time. Our bus driver was clearly a little hassled by the delay, not helped by the bus station check in process - or lack of, and a number of passengers wanting drop-offs at different locations to their booked tickets once they realised he dropped at multiple places. Ferry ride was smooth and comfortable. Overall a great option to get to enjoy different travel options and to spend time in Victoria.”
Round-trip seaplane from Vancouver to Victoria plus Butchart Gardens admission and downtown time, with transfers included.
“My first Seaplane trip and it was awesome! Smooth flight and beautiful views the whole trip. The Butchart Gardens were also amazing.”
Skip the ferry with a 35-minute one-way seaplane from Vancouver to Victoria. Small-group views over Stanley Park and Inner Harbour.
“It was wonderful experience to I’m flying by seaplane with wonderful Vancouver landscape and Victoria as well!”
Fly over Vancouver by seaplane, then take a shuttle to Capilano Suspension Bridge Park with admission included.
“We had a wonderful flight. Malcolm was an excellent pilot and funny too! My husband says it was the best part of the vacation!”
Fly Vancouver to Victoria by seaplane, explore BC’s capital, then ride a ferry back through Active Pass. Return coach included.
“A great day, helped by beautiful weather. Took the 7.30 flight over to Victoria, which gave us plenty of time to use the local 75 bus to Butchart gardens and still have time to have a good look round Victoria. The flight over was excellent. We were warmly greeted and had coffee before departure. Boarding was easy and the take-off and landing exceptionally smooth. The views of Vancouver, Stanley Park and the other islands were stunning. We returned by bus and ferry. Our driver was very informative and the ferry trip great fun. All in all a great trip that I would definitely recommend.Read more”
Seaplane from Vancouver to Victoria plus a 3-hour Salish Sea whale hunt for orcas and more, all in one tight day.
“I enjoyed the seaplane rides coming and going the best. The whale watch was just Ok. No breaching whales but the crew was remarkable and informative. I did expect to be on a pontoon boat but this covered one was ok. They said they would switch the people from Up stairs to down stairs but that never happened. Walk between boat and plane was long. They should have shuttled people.”
A 45-minute extended Harbour Air seaplane tour over Vancouver’s coast, islands, and downtown landmarks, departing from Coal Harbour.
“An unforgettable experience ,despite the weather not being great with rain and cloud , Sean our pilot gave us a fantastic scenic tour of Vancouver and the islands . We would highly recommend Harbour Air”
Fly Vancouver to Victoria by seaplane, then take a 3-hour whale-watching zodiac tour with expert naturalists in search of orcas.
“need to a A LOT CLEARER about meeting points as almost missed trip due to grossly inaccurate map pin and lack of detail in meeting point info. SORT THIS OUT.”
A 35-minute flight over Squamish Valley with a professional pilot, headsets, and park fees included from Sea to Sky Air.
“We had a great experience with Alex. He was very knowledgeable of the area and we were able to see some amazing views from above. Would recommend.”
Fly round-trip by seaplane from Vancouver to Whistler, with shuttle to the village and hours to explore Peak 2 Peak, trails, and more.
“Great flights and Whistler was awesome as well. The flights were very scenic and would do them again!”
50-minute scenic air tour over Whistler with live commentary and headsets, featuring Black Tusk, Garibaldi Park, and Chief views.
“We absolutely rave to our friends and family about our sightseeing flight above the Whistler area! It was my favorite activity of our weeklong trip to B.C. I never dreamt I'd be able to see those mountaintops, glaciers, and lakes. It was beautifully serene and surreal. Our pilots were informative, friendly, and highly skilled. SO glad we took the tour!”
