Vancouver offers visitors the opportunity to take float plane tours from the center of downtown Vancouver, just next to the Convention Centre. You can explore downtown Vancouver from the air, see the surrounding mountains and waterways from above, fly to downtown Victoria in only 35 minutes and fly to Horseshoe Bay for dinner on one of our Fly and Dines.
We also offer combination float plane and ferry or float plane and train tours. Float plane and ferry tours go to Victoria and Float plane and train tours go to Whistler.
Vancouver Panorama Float Plane Tour
This ideal introduction to Vancouver and to sea planes departs from downtown Vancouver. The tour includes a comprehensive aerial view of Vancouver, the surrounding mountains and ocean.
If you have never before been on a float plane, you will love not only the sight of Vancouver from the air, but the exhilarating takeoff and landing as well. This tour begins and ends in downtown Vancouver.
Per Person Price: $99 + 12% tax
Dates: Operates daily, year round
Duration: 20 min. flight
Information and Reservations: 604-233-3505 or 1-800-665-0212 Email or Reserve Online
Vancouver Extended Panorama Float Plane Tour
The Extended Panorama is a longer version of the Panorama. You'll have a 30 minute flight rather than a 20 minute flight that follows the coast toward Whistler and then comes back over islands and the Sunshine Coast.
Per Person Price: $145 + 12% tax
Dates: Operates daily, year round
Duration: 30 min. flight
Information and Reservations: 604-233-3505 or 1-800-665-0212 Email or Reserve Online
Horseshoe Bay Fly and Dine
Take a 20 minute panoramic flight from downtown Vancouver's Coal Harbour to Horseshoe Bay.
From the float plane dock you can walk to the Boathouse Restaurant for a delicious dinner. Horseshoe Bay has a harbour, a BCFerries terminal and spectacular views of the ocean and surrounding mountain peaks to enjoy during dinner. This is an event you will never forget.
After dinner a limousine will pick you up and return you to downtown Vancouver. The drive takes about 30 minutes.
- Optional private limousine available for $50 extra (gratuity not included)
Price: $199 per person + 12% tax
Dates: May - September
Duration: 2.5 hour dinner and a 20 minute flight
For more information or reservations, call 604-233-3505 or 1-800-665-0212 Email or Reserve Online
Zodiac, Dine and Fly
This wonderful new tour combines the thrill of a two hour ocean nature tour by Zodiac followed by dinner at the Boathouse Restaurant in Horseshoe Bay. To top off the day, you'll fly back to downtown Vancouver by float plane. Tour starts in downtown Vancouver with ground transportation to Horseshoe Bay.
Price: $219 per person + 12% tax.
Dates: May - September
Duration: 5 hours
For more information or reservations, call 604-233-3505 or 1-800-665-0212 Email or Reserve Online
Alpine Lakes and Glacier Tour
Our most spectacular tour departs Vancouver Harbour and features thehanging glaciers and knife-edged ridges of Mount Mamquam (8,450feet/2,600 metres) and a landing on our "secret" alpine lake, where theair is fresh and the water is crystal clear.
Why not add an optional picnic stop to your tour? Add one hour at the lake with a delicious picnic lunch for C$50 additional per person + 5% tax.
Tour Pricing
Adult: $275 +12% per person
Add picnic lunch: $50 per person
Operates daily, year round
Tour Duration
1 hr. 25 min. / 1 hr flight
For information or reservations, call 604-233-3505 or 1-800-665-0212 Email or Reserve Online
Victoria Whale Watching
Whale watching is available in Victoria from May through October, and Victoria is the best place to see whales since the whales are close to Victoria on most days.
Fly from Vancouver harbour to Victoria to join a three to three and a half hour long expedition to study the wild Orcas of Haro Strait first hand.
This unique opportunity to see the magnificent animals in their home waters will give you an understanding that no aquarium can provide.Additional highlights are the seabirds, seals, and underwater kelp forests of the Pacific Northwest ocean ecosystem.
Additional time to explore Victoria, the capital of British Columbia, is available at no extra charge.
Price:
Adult: $339 per person + 12% tax for flights in both directions
Adult: $255 per person + 12% tax for flight in one direction and ferry return
Dates: Operates daily March to October
Duration: 3 - 4 hours.
For information or reservations, call 604-233-3505 or 1-800-665-0212, Email or Reserve Online
Victoria Overnight
Depart Vancouver harbour by seaplane for an exciting and scenic flight over the Gulf Islands to beautiful Downtown Victoria. Explore the Emerald City and spend one night in the charming Magnolia Hotel, located in the heart of downtown. Return to Vancouver on a scheduled flight the next day.
Price $389 per person + 12% tax
Dates: Year Round
Duration: Overnight
For information or reservations, call 604-233-3505 or 1-800-665-0212, Email or Reserve Online
Victoria Day Trip by Float Plane or Float Plane and Ferry
Depart Vancouver harbour by seaplane for an exciting flight over the Gulf Islands to beautiful Victoria. You'll also take a double-decker coach to tour the famous Butchart Gardens. You have time in Victoria for shopping, visiting the museum, and lunch. Return to Vancouver on a scheduled afternoon flight.
Price:
Adult: $315 per person + 12% tax for flights in both directions
Adult: $220 per person + 12% tax for flight to Victoria and ferry back
Dates: Daily Year Round
Duration: All Day
For information or reservations, call 604-233-3505 or 1-800-665-0212 Email or Reserve Online
Whistler Rail & Wings
View bald eagles and thundering waterfalls as you navigate the spectacular Sea to Sky highway from Howe Sound to Whistler, consistently rated as one of the top ski resorts in North America and home of the 2010 Winter Olympics.
Browse the quaint boutiques and galleries in the alpine village or take a gondola ride to the top of the mountain for a true breath of fresh air.
The Whistler tours begin with a breathtaking train trip from Vancouver to Whistler. You'll have 5 hours in Whistler before returning to Vancouver by float plane. This 40 minute flight soars over Garibaldi Park to show you all the splendors of our spectacular glaciers. Upon landing at Green Lake,you will be transferred to Whistler Village where you will have approximately 5 hours to explore the resort.
Tour Includes:
- Transfer from downtown Vancouver hotels to the train station
- 3 hour morning train journey from Vancouver to Whistler with breakfast
- Transfer to Whistler Village from the train station in Whistler
- Approximately 5 hours free time in Whistler
- Float plane flight from Whistler to downtown Vancouver in the evening
Price:
Adult: $298 per person + 5% tax
Rail upgrade to Dome Service: Add $90 per person
Dates: May 14 to September 29, 2010 except Tuesday and Wednesday
For information or reservations, call 604-233-3505 or 1-800-665-0212, Email or Reserve Online