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Vancouver Seaplane Tours

See Vancouver from a whole new perspective with a choice of scenic seaplane tours departing from Coal Harbour. With water takeoffs and landings, intimate aircraft, and optional digital tour guidance, each experience offers a memorable way to discover Vancouver’s city and spectacular West Coast scenery from above.
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Slide 1 of 7, Couple walking towards seaplane dock for Whistler Glacier Seaplane Sightseeing Tour.
Couple walking towards seaplane dock for Whistler Glacier Seaplane Sightseeing Tour.
Pilot navigating seaplane over glaciers and volcanic formations on Whistler Glacier tour.
Aerial view of Whistler Glacier and surrounding mountains from a seaplane tour.
Seaplane shadow over turquoise lake during Whistler Glacier Seaplane Sightseeing Tour.
Scenic aerial view of Garibaldi Lake with surrounding snow-capped mountains during Whistler Glacier seaplane tour.
Black Tusk Mountain and surrounding peaks viewed from Whistler Glacier Seaplane Sightseeing Tour.
Seaplane wing over Whistler Glacier with mountain views on sightseeing tour.

Whistler Glacier Seaplane Sightseeing Tour: Glaciers & Turquoise Lakes

45 mins

  • Take a 30-minute glacier-focused seaplane flight from the Harbour Air Whistler terminal, offering sweeping aerial views of Whistler’s glaciers, mountain peaks, and rugged alpine landscape.

  • See Whistler’s glacier country from a unique bird’s-eye perspective as your pilot follows a scenic route designed to showcase the region’s dramatic mountain scenery.

  • Enjoy a convenient experience that begins and ends at the Harbour Air Whistler seaplane terminal, with check-in, boarding, and return all handled at the same location.

  • Receive a pilot-led safety orientation before takeoff, covering essential procedures and what to expect during the seaplane’s departure, flight, and landing.

  • Pay one inclusive price with applicable taxes and sustainability fees already covered, making it easy to enjoy the experience without additional mandatory charges.

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  • Take a 30-minute glacier-focused seaplane flight from the Harbour Air Whistler terminal, offering sweeping aerial views of Whistler’s glaciers, mountain peaks, and rugged alpine landscape.

  • See Whistler’s glacier country from a unique bird’s-eye perspective as your pilot follows a scenic route designed to showcase the region’s dramatic mountain scenery.

  • Enjoy a convenient experience that begins and ends at the Harbour Air Whistler seaplane terminal, with check-in, boarding, and return all handled at the same location.

  • Receive a pilot-led safety orientation before takeoff, covering essential procedures and what to expect during the seaplane’s departure, flight, and landing.

  • Pay one inclusive price with applicable taxes and sustainability fees already covered, making it easy to enjoy the experience without additional mandatory charges.

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CA$286.54
Slide 1 of 8, Seaplane landing on water near Victoria waterfront buildings, Victoria Panorama Seaplane Scenic Tour.
Seaplane landing on water near Victoria waterfront buildings, Victoria Panorama Seaplane Scenic Tour.
People exiting Harbour Air seaplane after Victoria Panorama Scenic Tour.
Aerial view of islands and ocean from Victoria Panorama Seaplane Scenic Tour.
Saanich Inlet view with forested hills and winding waterway in British Columbia.
Seaplane flying over Victoria cityscape and coastline during scenic tour.
Sweeping view of Juan De Fuca Strait with rocky coastline and Olympic Peninsula mountains in the distance.
Panoramic view of Saanich Inlet with lush green hills and blue sky.
Seaplane flying over Victoria coastline and golf course during scenic tour.

Victoria Panorama Seaplane Sightseeing Tour: Inner Harbour

30 mins - 45 mins

  • Take a 30-minute seaplane experience from Victoria, with approximately 20 minutes of scenic flight time—an easy introduction to aerial sightseeing for nature lovers, aviation enthusiasts, and first-time flyers.

  • Experience the unique thrill of a seaplane water takeoff as the aircraft lifts from the harbour, then enjoy the gentle splashdown and return to Victoria’s Inner Harbour after your flight.

  • Soar over Victoria’s Inner Harbour as the Fairmont Empress and BC Parliament Buildings come into view along the waterfront, offering a unique bird’s-eye perspective of the city.

  • Check in at Harbour Air’s Victoria terminal on Wharf Street, meet your pilot for a safety orientation, then board at the waterfront for a memorable takeoff directly from the harbour.

  • Choose the standard flight for a compact aerial overview or upgrade to the extended City, Coast and Islands route for more time exploring Victoria’s shoreline and surrounding scenery from above.

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  • Take a 30-minute seaplane experience from Victoria, with approximately 20 minutes of scenic flight time—an easy introduction to aerial sightseeing for nature lovers, aviation enthusiasts, and first-time flyers.

  • Experience the unique thrill of a seaplane water takeoff as the aircraft lifts from the harbour, then enjoy the gentle splashdown and return to Victoria’s Inner Harbour after your flight.

  • Soar over Victoria’s Inner Harbour as the Fairmont Empress and BC Parliament Buildings come into view along the waterfront, offering a unique bird’s-eye perspective of the city.

  • Check in at Harbour Air’s Victoria terminal on Wharf Street, meet your pilot for a safety orientation, then board at the waterfront for a memorable takeoff directly from the harbour.

  • Choose the standard flight for a compact aerial overview or upgrade to the extended City, Coast and Islands route for more time exploring Victoria’s shoreline and surrounding scenery from above.

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CA$212.91
Slide 1 of 8, Seaplane flying over Lions Gate Bridge during Vancouver Panorama Scenic Seaplane Tour.
Seaplane flying over Lions Gate Bridge during Vancouver Panorama Scenic Seaplane Tour.
Woman photographing seaplane tail during Vancouver Panorama Scenic Seaplane Tour.
Aerial view of Science World and False Creek from Vancouver Panorama Scenic Seaplane Tour.
Bowen Island aerial view with forested coastline and sailboat during Vancouver seaplane tour.
Aerial view of Horseshoe Bay marina and village surrounded by mountains and ocean during Vancouver Panorama Scenic Seaplane Tour.
Vancouver skyline with BC Place Stadium during scenic seaplane tour.
Seaplane docked in Vancouver harbor with city skyline in background.
Seaplane flying over lush forests with Vancouver skyline in the background during scenic tour.

Vancouver Panorama Seaplane Sightseeing Tour: City, Mountains & Islands

30 mins - 45 mins

  • Take off from Coal Harbour on an intimate 14-passenger seaplane for a 20-minute scenic flight over Vancouver’s skyline, harbour, mountains, and nearby islands.

  • See some of Vancouver’s best-known sights from above, including Stanley Park, Canada Place, Grouse Mountain, and the stadium district hosting 2026 soccer games.

  • Enjoy a 30-minute seaplane experience, including water taxiing, takeoff, and flight time, with the sustainability fee and Goods and Services Tax included in your booking.

  • Arrive at the Vancouver Harbour Seaplane Centre about 40 minutes before departure, complete a pilot-led safety orientation, and store larger bags free of charge before boarding.

  • Enhance your sightseeing with the optional Digital Tour Guide App, and opt for the extended route upgrade if you want to venture beyond the city toward Vancouver’s coastal mountains and surrounding islands.

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  • Take off from Coal Harbour on an intimate 14-passenger seaplane for a 20-minute scenic flight over Vancouver’s skyline, harbour, mountains, and nearby islands.

  • See some of Vancouver’s best-known sights from above, including Stanley Park, Canada Place, Grouse Mountain, and the stadium district hosting 2026 soccer games.

  • Enjoy a 30-minute seaplane experience, including water taxiing, takeoff, and flight time, with the sustainability fee and Goods and Services Tax included in your booking.

  • Arrive at the Vancouver Harbour Seaplane Centre about 40 minutes before departure, complete a pilot-led safety orientation, and store larger bags free of charge before boarding.

  • Enhance your sightseeing with the optional Digital Tour Guide App, and opt for the extended route upgrade if you want to venture beyond the city toward Vancouver’s coastal mountains and surrounding islands.

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CA$209
Slide 1 of 5, Seaplane flying over Victoria's coastline with cityscape and islands in view.
Seaplane flying over Victoria's coastline with cityscape and islands in view.
Seaplane taking off from Victoria harbor with city skyline in the background.
Seaplane flying over Victoria's coastline and islands during scenic tour.
Aerial view of Victoria's Inner Harbour with boats and historic buildings, highlighting the seaplane tour route.
Seaplane view of coastal islands and forested landscape near Victoria.

Victoria Extended Panorama Seaplane Sightseeing Tour: City, Coast & Islands

45 mins

  • Take a 45-minute extended scenic seaplane tour from Victoria Harbour, including 35 minutes of flight time over the city, coastline, and surrounding islands.

  • See Victoria and the Inner Harbour from above as you take off from the water, with sweeping views of the waterfront and city below.

  • Fly beyond the city to admire rugged coastlines, Pacific waters, and nearby island-dotted landscapes from the air.

  • Experience the unique thrill of a water takeoff and landing, with your seaplane departing from and returning directly to Victoria Harbour.

  • Meet your pilot at the dock for a pre-flight safety orientation covering aircraft procedures and what to expect during the water takeoff and landing.

More details

  • Take a 45-minute extended scenic seaplane tour from Victoria Harbour, including 35 minutes of flight time over the city, coastline, and surrounding islands.

  • See Victoria and the Inner Harbour from above as you take off from the water, with sweeping views of the waterfront and city below.

  • Fly beyond the city to admire rugged coastlines, Pacific waters, and nearby island-dotted landscapes from the air.

  • Experience the unique thrill of a water takeoff and landing, with your seaplane departing from and returning directly to Victoria Harbour.

  • Meet your pilot at the dock for a pre-flight safety orientation covering aircraft procedures and what to expect during the water takeoff and landing.

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CA$277.58
Slide 1 of 7, Passenger in safety vest beside seaplane for Scenic Panorama Tour, Vancouver.
Passenger in safety vest beside seaplane for Scenic Panorama Tour, Vancouver.
Woman viewing Vancouver coastline from seaplane window on Scenic Panorama Tour.
Seaplane flying over a forested island with a lighthouse in Vancouver.
Aerial view of Vancouver cityscape and harbor from a seaplane tour.
Woman photographing Vancouver skyline from seaplane window on Scenic Panorama Tour.
Aerial view of BC Place Stadium and surrounding Vancouver cityscape, Canada.
Aerial view of Bowen Island in Howe Sound, northwest of Vancouver, BC, Canada.

Vancouver Extended Panorama Seaplane Sightseeing Tour: Howe Sound & Sunshine Coast

45 mins

  • Take an extended 45-minute seaplane tour from Coal Harbour, including approximately 35 minutes of flight time over Vancouver’s skyline, harbour, coastline, mountains, and surrounding islands.

  • Enjoy around 15 minutes more flight time than the standard Vancouver Panorama Scenic Tour, giving you a broader perspective of the city and its dramatic West Coast surroundings.

  • Depending on the seasonal route, look down on the Vancouver venue hosting 2026 soccer games and other major landmarks from a unique aerial vantage point.

  • Enhance your sightseeing with the complimentary Digital Tour Guide App, while larger bags can be left at the terminal using complimentary luggage storage during the tour.

  • Arrive at least 40 minutes before departure for check-in and a pilot-led safety orientation, then board your seaplane for a water takeoff and return landing at Coal Harbour.

More details

  • Take an extended 45-minute seaplane tour from Coal Harbour, including approximately 35 minutes of flight time over Vancouver’s skyline, harbour, coastline, mountains, and surrounding islands.

  • Enjoy around 15 minutes more flight time than the standard Vancouver Panorama Scenic Tour, giving you a broader perspective of the city and its dramatic West Coast surroundings.

  • Depending on the seasonal route, look down on the Vancouver venue hosting 2026 soccer games and other major landmarks from a unique aerial vantage point.

  • Enhance your sightseeing with the complimentary Digital Tour Guide App, while larger bags can be left at the terminal using complimentary luggage storage during the tour.

  • Arrive at least 40 minutes before departure for check-in and a pilot-led safety orientation, then board your seaplane for a water takeoff and return landing at Coal Harbour.

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CA$307.47

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