Top British Columbia In the Air

Soar above the scenic city of Vancouver, enjoying a bird's eye view of its picturesque harbor and nearby mountain peaks, on this 20-minute, small-group seaplane flight. Hop aboard your seaplane as you leave the tourist crowds in downtown Vancouver behind, as you glide above the city's beautiful skyline and take in an aerial view of its Olympic facilities. This small-group flight, limited to just 14 guests, also includes a carbon offset levy.

Take the adventure route between Vancouver and Victoria with a scenic 35-minute flight. Soak up lovely aerial views while crossing the Strait of Georgia by seaplane — the most eco-friendly transport to Victoria — then set off on your own sightseeing excursion of BC’s capital. At the end of your day, catch the ferry back to the mainland, admiring stunning island and ocean views at dusk.

This whale-watching adventure from downtown Vancouver gives you the chance to see whales and other marine life. Hop aboard the 'Salish Sea Dream' our 80-foot flagship catamaran, and keep your eyes peeled from one of several viewing areas.. Learn about the local history and geology from knowledgeable crew on board, and soak up views of the Gulf Islands, San Juan Islands, and Howe Sound.

Travel across British Columbia in style and enjoy breathtaking views from the air on this Vancouver to Victoria seaplane flight. Hop aboard your seaplane in Coal Harbour and take to the skies with your pilot. Watch as the Burrard Inlet becomes a speck in the distance, and admire fine views over Lion’s Gate Bridge and Stanley Park’s Brockton Peninsula. Soar over the Salish Sea, and gaze over the Gulf Islands’ sandy beaches and dense forests.

Join this small group helicopter tour to see Vancouver Island’s coastline from a whole new angle.  Start with a safety briefing with your experienced pilot, then head up, out over the Georgia Strait. Enjoy stunning mountain and ocean views as you fly over the Discovery Passage, Quadra Island and the beautiful Rebecca Spit Marine Provincial Park before returning to Campbell River.

Looking for an enchanting and unusual way to spend an evening in Vancouver? Take a leisurely dinner cruise along the city’s gorgeous waterfront. Listen to live music and savor delicious Pacific Coast-style cuisine as you float through Vancouver’s Inner Harbor. Stroll the deck at sunset, indulge in a freshly prepared buffet, and take in the beautiful sights including Canada Place, the North Shore Mountains and the West Vancouver skyline after dusk.

Immerse yourself in nature’s splendor moments from downtown Vancouver. History meets the great outdoors at the Capilano Suspension Bridge Park, where you wander through the stunning temperate rain forest. Soar over the Capilano River as you cross the suspension bridge, climb through old-growth fir trees on the Treetops Adventure, and rise high above the canyon along a towering wall of granite on the new Cliffwalk.

Soar over downtown Victoria and surrounds on a thrilling, 20-minute seaplane flight! Take to the skies right from the water and enjoy an unforgettable aerial perspective of the harbor, coastline, Strait of Juan de Fuca and the Olympic Mountains towering in the distance. With a maximum of five passengers, it’s an intimate, small-group ride navigated by an expert pilot.

Discover the natural wonders of Vancouver and Victoria an exhilarating whale watching excursion! Delight in lovely aerial views on the crossing of the Strait of Georgia by seaplane—the most eco-friendly transport to Victoria. From the island capital, set off on an exciting cruise through Haro Strait, native home to orcas (killer whales), sea lions and seals, followed by a return flight to the mainland.

Admire British Columbia’s spectacular natural beauty from the air on this exciting helicopter tour from Whistler. Soar high over rolling alpine meadows and admire mighty waterfalls cascading through the countryside. Hover over the Whistler and Blackcomb mountain peaks, marvel at the mighty Cheakamus Glacier and gaze out over the untouched mountain wilderness of Garibaldi Provincial Park — home to the volcanic Black Tusk mountain.

Take off from Campbell River on a tour that is unlike any other. You’ll fly over the Comox Glacier and get a bird’s eye view of the spectacular scenery over the Vancouver Island Mountain Range. See British Columbia’s oldest provincial park, Strathcona Provincial Park from high above, and marvel at the sights that are often only for experienced hikers and mountaineers!

Enjoy bird’s-eye views over the rugged Canadian wilderness on this 35-minute Squamish Valley flightseeing tour. Take to the skies with your pilot and watch as the rolling terrain of the Squamish Valley unfolds before you. Marvel at gigantic glaciers, shimmering alpine lakes, snow-capped peaks and plunging valleys across the Tantalus, Alpha, Ossa and Omega mountain ranges. Soar high over the breathtaking Garibaldi Provincial Park, nestled in the hills between Squamish and Whistler. With your headphones on, listen as your pilot sheds light on the region’s fascination geology.

Take to the skies and enjoy breathtaking views over Canada’s rugged mountainscape on this 30- or 40-minute glacier sightseeing experience by floatplane from Whistler. Hop into your flightseeing plane near Green Lake and take your seat. Then, watch as the land disappears beneath you and soar high over Whistler’s rugged terrain. Admire panoramic views over the region’s mighty glaciers, soaring peaks, shimmering lakes and dense forests. Listen as your pilot shares insight into the valleys’ rich geography, and upgrade your tour for a further 10 minutes’ airtime.

Enjoy swift travel and breathtaking views over British Columbia on this Victoria to Vancouver seaplane flight. Hop aboard your seaplane in Victoria’s Inner Harbour and take to the skies with your pilot. Enjoy panoramic views over local landmarks including Ogden Point, the Fairmont Empress Hotel and the BC Parliament Buildings. Soar over the Gulf Islands’ sandy beaches and dense forests, and look out for the mighty Lion’s Gate Bridge and Brockton Peninsula.

Experience beautiful and renowned Butchart Gardens, plus the quaint city of Victoria, British Columbia, on this all-day tour from Vancouver. Enjoy a relaxing, scenic seaplane ride through the picturesque Gulf Islands en route to Victoria, one of the oldest cities in the Pacific Northwest. Explore the seemingly endless array of floral displays at Butchart Gardens, then visit some of Victoria’s best places. This tour includes all transportation — including a speedboat return — and admission to Butchart Gardens.

Marvel at Canada’s breathtaking wilderness from the air on this 50-minute Whistler backcountry flightseeing tour. Hop aboard your plane in Squamish and take your seat by the window. Then, as the engine roars to life, take to the skies and soar over the beautiful Garibaldi Provincial Park. Admire spectacular landscapes of shimmering lakes, winding rivers and dense forests as your pilot explains the region’s dramatic glacial geology. See soaring cliffs and peaks alongside unique volcanic formations, and take in top sites including Garibaldi Lake and Black Tusk Mountain.

Want to spend a day in Whistler but don’t want to lose a day just in travel time? This round-trip seaplane flight from Vancouver provides the perfect solution. This convenient transport package includes two 35-minute flights between Vancouver and Green Lake in Whistler, as well as a shuttle service to and from Whistler Village or a bike rental. Spend the day or just an afternoon discovering the sights and sounds of Whistler, and end on a high note with a return flight to Vancouver.

Witness the awesome beauty of British Columbia by floatplane on a 2-hour flight and lake landing from Whistler. Delight in panoramic aerial views of BC’s vast alpine wilderness as you drift over mountains, jutting glaciers and hidden lakes, then touch down lakeside for some exploring. You’ll have plenty of time to soak up the surroundings and savor an optional lunch (additional expense) before heading back to Whistler.

Experience the majesty of Canada’s Sunshine Coast from the air with a 40-minute round-trip seaplane flight from Nanaimo. Take to the skies with a pilot and fly high over the Strait of Georgia. Enjoy panoramic views over the tiny islands dotting the waterway, and stop for up to four hours’ free time in the British Columbia town of Sechelt. Enjoy two take-offs and landings during your tour, and see the Sunshine Coast in a way many visitors miss.

Fly in style from Vancouver to Whistler in a classic de Havilland seaplane. Depart from the Vancouver Harbour Floatplane Centre and fly out over Coal Harbour and up the Georgia Strait. You’ll be treated to aerial views of the mountains and ocean on the quick, scenic flight up the coast. Arrive with plenty of time to explore the pretty alpine village of Whistler.

Explore British Columbia from the air on this 1-hour Mount Mamquam and Alpine Lakes seaplane tour from Vancouver. Take to the skies with your pilot as Vancouver Harbour disappears in the distance. Enjoy panoramic views over Mount Mamquam and the surrounding glaciers and lakes. Marvel at the valley ridges, hanging glaciers and clear lakes below, and learn of the region’s fascinating geography. Land near a hidden alpine lake and admire breathtaking views over the shimmering waters. Enjoy personal attention from your guide on this small-group tour, limited to 14 people.

Vancouver Island lies off south west Canada, with diverse marine wildlife and spectacular coastal scenery. On this tour, explore the Canadian wilderness by air, land, and sea, and savor a delicious 2-course dinner before your scenic seaplane flight home. Spot native wildlife in pretty Horseshoe Bay, and see the best of Canada’s south west coast in one adventurous tour.

Make it an evening full of memories when you fly on a seaplane over Coal Harbour on a short flight to Bowen Island. There you will enjoy an upscale supper before taking a quiet ferry ride from Snug Cove on the Island to Horseshoe Bay in West Vancouver. There you will find a limousine waiting to whisk you through the city back to your downtown hotel.  

This package combines to popular Vancouver attractions to make one fantastic West Coast experience. Start with an aerial tour of Vancouver in a sea plane. Take off from Coal Harbour to circle the city and the North Shore Mountains below. Once you land, take a shuttle out to the Capilano Suspension Bridge Park for another high up adventure.