Top 6 Helicopter & Scenic Flights in Vancouver

1.Scenic Panorama Seaplane Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 1,395 reviews · 30 min · from $130Our pick

Take a 30-minute Harbour Air seaplane tour from Coal Harbour, with about 20 minutes in the air. You’ll see downtown Vancouver, Stanley Park, Lions Gate Bridge, BC Place, Science World, Lighthouse Park, and Horseshoe Bay. Check in 40 minutes early and bring government ID.

“It was a first time for us in a float plane and the experience was amazing. It was truly a memorable experience seeing the city and surrounding area of Vancouver in a de Havilland and I would recommend it as a must try. Our Harbour Air pilot was smooth on the controls and she made it fun taking pictures for the different groups afterwards. Well worth the cost for this truly pinch me moment.”

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2.Vancouver Panorama Scenic Seaplane Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 1,109 reviews · 30 minutes (approx.) · from $134

Take a Harbour Air seaplane from Canada Place for a 30-minute Vancouver panorama experience, including about 20 minutes in the air. You’ll fly over downtown, Stanley Park, English Bay, Lions Gate Bridge, Horseshoe Bay, Bowen Island, BC Place, and Science World in a small group of up to 14 people.

“Beautiful way to see Vancouver from above! And the weather was perfect. Next time I'll do the longer flight!”

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3.Scenic Panorama Seaplane Tour & Suspension Bridge

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 569 reviews · 4 hours · from $191

Fly from Coal Harbour over downtown Vancouver, Stanley Park, English Bay, Lions Gate Bridge, and the North Shore Mountains, then take a shuttle to Capilano Suspension Bridge Park. Your ticket includes the bridge, Treetop Walkway, Cliffwalk, and free time to explore at your own pace.

“We also did the add on of Capilano bridge it was brilliant we loved the scenic flight”

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4.Extended Scenic Panorama Seaplane Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 484 reviews · 45 min · from $198

Take a 35-minute scenic flight from Vancouver’s Coal Harbour with Harbour Air. Your pilot carries you over downtown, Stanley Park, Lions Gate Bridge, Howe Sound, Bowen and Gambier islands, the Coast Mountains, BC Place, and Science World. Commentary is not guaranteed, so bring your own sense of place.

“The flight was great! We got lots of pictures and video. It was a beautiful sunny day so it was the perfect time to go.”

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5.Vancouver to Victoria Seaplane Adventure & Return via Bus & Ferry

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 354 reviews · 9 to 11 hours (approx.) · from $309

Choose your Vancouver departure and fly 35 minutes from Canada Place to Victoria Harbour with Harbour Air. Explore Victoria independently, then return by coach and BC Ferries, with drop-off at the Fairmont Hotel Vancouver. The small group has a maximum of 14 passengers.

“The seaplane was a great experience and Victoria is worth a visit. The ferry journey was only 90 minutes so pretty good and the views were beautiful.”

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6.Victoria and Butchart Gardens by Seaplane

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 5 reviews · from $690

You’ll be picked up in Vancouver, flown by seaplane to Victoria Harbour, given free time in the city, then taken by shuttle to Butchart Gardens. English commentary accompanies the garden transfer. The day lasts about 10 hours, with return flight times changing by season.

“All the planning was complete - all the details were covered. Plus outstanding communication. We had an amazing day in Victoria and at Butchart Gardens. I highly recommend this trip for anyone who is in Vancouver and considering spending a day in Victoria”

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