Airplane Tours in North Vancouver, BC
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29 results
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Pemberton Ice Cap Tour
by Sea to Sky AirGo glacial with this tour of the Pemberton Icefield. After you fly through Paradise Valley, past Whistler and over the Soo Valley, you’ll get to explore the best of this 300-square-kilometre glacier field. Hanging glaciers, dramatic crevasses and pristine waterfalls will fill your field of vision. Your tour winds down with a cruise over the Elaho and Squamish Rivers. Cameras are a must on this flight. This price is per passenger. Minimum 2 passengers.
Squamish, BC (43 km from North Vancouver)
$255 CAD Per Person (Minimum 2 passengers) -
Garibaldi Park Tour
by Sea to Sky AirGet a new perspective on this outdoor enthusiast’s playground. After flying over the turquoise-tinted Garibaldi Lake and the now-extinct Black Tusk volcano, you’ll whiz past Whistler and Mount Currie to catch views of the Pemberton Valley. Now you can get to planning your next outdoor adventure from the seat of a Cessna 172 Skyhawk. Scope Russet Lake, Mamquam Glacier, the Musical Bumps, Wedge Mountain and other popular hiking destinations as you fly overhead. Whether you want to do some aerial research for an upcoming backcountry trip or relive a recent adventure, this flight is a good choice. Price is per passenger, minimum 2 passengers.
Squamish, BC (43 km from North Vancouver)
$225 CAD Per Person (Minimum 2 passengers) -
Whistler Backcountry Airplane Tour
by Sea to Sky AirExperience the Whistler Blackcomb alpine resort area from the air. There’s plenty to see on this 45-minute tour regardless of the season. Buzz over skiers on Blackcomb Glacier, watch black bears wander the mountainside, fly over an extinct volcano or take in the sparkling, mineral-rich water of Garibaldi Lake. Discover why this is Sea to Sky’s most popular trip. Price is per passenger. 2 passenger minimum.
Squamish, BC (43 km from North Vancouver)
$129 CAD Per Person (minimum 2 passengers) -
Sea to Sky Airplane Tour for Three
by Sea to Sky AirAs the name suggests, this is Sea to Sky’s signature flight. You might only be in the air for 10 minutes, but you’ll spot gorgeous waterfalls, whiz over downtown Squamish and fly next to the Tantalus Mountains—and experience the thrill of taking off and landing in a four-seater plane. If you’re looking for a fast, affordable, family-friendly way to sample Squamish, this is a fun option. Price listed is for 3 passengers.
Squamish, BC (43 km from North Vancouver)
$105 CAD Per 3 Passengers -
Squamish Valley Airplane Tour
by Sea to Sky AirSee the gorgeous Squamish Valley from the seat of a four-person plane. This 35-minute flight will take you past the Tantalus Mountain Range, Rumbling Glacier and the aptly named Lake Lovely Water, a haven for experienced hikers and rock climbers. A great way to get a taste of this stunning region, get ideas for your backcountry adventure, or to discover the beauty of your own backyard.
Squamish, BC (43 km from North Vancouver)
$99 CAD Per Person (minimum 2 passengers) -
Homeward Bound Flight
by Sea to Sky AirPull up to the airport in style. This 30-minute flight from Squamish to the Vancouver airport is a great way to catch a glimpse of this beautiful city before heading out on your next adventure. Take in views of Lion’s Gate Bridge, the Sea to Sky Highway and downtown Vancouver as you fly in a four-seater Cessna 172 Skyhawk.
Squamish, BC (43 km from North Vancouver)
$87 CAD Per Person (3 Passengers) -
Alpine Lake Floatplane Landing Tour
by Whistler AirA lakeside visit you won’t soon forget. Hop aboard a floatplane in the Vancouver Harbour and fly north, where you’ll pass over massive glaciers and picturesque peaks. Then you spot it: a picture-perfect lake with turquoise-coloured waters. Your pilot takes you in for a landing, flying over a waterfall, and you step off to set foot on a sandy beach. Enjoy an optional picnic lunch before returning to Vancouver satisfied.
Vancouver, BC (7 km from North Vancouver)
$249 CAD Per Person -
Floatplane Glacier Tour
by Whistler AirGet an eyeful of the glaciers BC is famous for. This one-hour flight, which leaves from downtown Vancouver, will take you up Howe Sound to Garibaldi Park near Squamish, home to sleeping volcanoes, gorgeous Garibaldi Lake and massive glaciers. Learn about the mile-wide lava dam that created this 1,000-foot-deep lake thousands of years ago.
Vancouver, BC (7 km from North Vancouver)
$200 CAD Per Person -
Spectacular Floatplane Glacier Tour
by Whistler AirThis brief (30 minute) flight gives you a taste of the Whistler wilderness. See the turquoise waters of beautiful Garibaldi Lake, which is nestled between mountains and is almost 1,000 feet deep. Fly past ancient volcanoes, alpine meadows, breathtaking mountains—and, of course, glaciers. Discover why this is Whistler Air’s most popular tour.
Whistler, BC (89 km from North Vancouver)
$135 CAD Per Person -
Ultimate Floatplane Glacier Tour
by Whistler AirHave more time to savour your surroundings. Your 45-minute flight will buzz by the Coast Mountains as your marvel at glaciers and turquoise-tinged lakes. Your aerial perspective allows you to see how the paths carved by long-ago lava flows from now-dormant volcanoes has shaped this spectacular part of the world.
Whistler, BC (89 km from North Vancouver)
$165 CAD Per Person -
A Floatplane Trip to a Remote Alpine Lake
by Whistler AirExperience a water landing on a remote lake, tucked away in the mountains. This 90-minute adventure starts when you take off from Whistler Air’s float-plane base on Green Lake, then fly above alpine meadows, picturesque mountains and massive glaciers. Through the window, you spot a particularly gorgeous lake, complete with a waterfall and hanging glaciers—and your pilot circles in for a landing. Hop off your plane and dig into a packed lunch on the shore before heading back to Whistler. Minimum of four guests required.
Whistler, BC (89 km from North Vancouver)
$250 CAD Per Person -
Grand Circle Ice Cap Floatplane Tour
by Whistler AirView the Pemberton Ice Cap in all its glacial glory. This 60-minute flight combines all the sights of the Ultimate Glacier Tour with a pass over this massive ice field, which marks the southerly tip of a series of glaciers that extend all the way up to Alaska. The size of these ice caps has to be seen to be believed.
Whistler, BC (89 km from North Vancouver)
$299 CAD Per Person -
West Coast Wilderness Floatplane Adventure
by Whistler AirThis is a full-on, full-day coastal experience. Step onto your Whistler Air floatplane and take off for the West Coast Wilderness Lodge, an award-winning resort on BC’s Sunshine Coast. You’ll fly over the scenic Coast Mountains, home to countless alpine lakes and glaciers. When you arrive at the lodge, located a short flight southwest of Whistler on Jervis Inlet, your next move is up to you. Head out for a hike to Skookumchuck Rapids, known for their turbulent whirlpools and whitewater, go for a guided sea-kayak adventure, or just relax and enjoy West Coast Wilderness Lodge’s breathtaking views. Indulge in a three-course meal and then return to Whistler filled with the delights of the Pacific Northwest. A minimum of four passengers is required for this tour.
Whistler, BC (89 km from North Vancouver)
$489 CAD Per Person -
BC Coast Floatplane Tour
by Whistler AirExperience an aerial view of BC’s rugged coastline. One of Whistler Air’s floatplanes will take you over Howe Sound and up the Sunshine Coast for a 45-minute tour, where your pilot will give you the full rundown on how massive glaciers carved these gorgeous inlets millennia ago. Loop back and experience views of Stanley Park and downtown Vancouver as you return to land in Vancouver’s harbour.
Vancouver, BC (7 km from North Vancouver)
$150 CAD Per Person -
Vancouver Floatplane Tour
by Whistler AirGet a whole new perspective on Vancouver. Your 30-minute tour starts with an exciting water takeoff from the Vancouver Harbour, then continues over the historic Lion’s Gate Bridge and up to picturesque Horseshoe Bay. As your pilot fills you in on the history of the area, you’ll circle back and fly over Stanley Park and downtown before coming in for a landing.
Vancouver, BC (7 km from North Vancouver)
$100 CAD Per Person -
Tantalus Ice Falls Airplane Tour
by Glacier AirThis tour from Glacier Air proves that it doesn’t take much time to see how much natural beauty the Squamish region has to offer. During your 25-minute flight, you’ll soar above the Squamish Valley to experience views of Lake Lovely Water, the Serratus Glacier and the spectacular ice falls on the Rumbling Glacier. Be warned: once you get a taste of mountain flying, you may find yourself getting in line for another tour. All tours are fully narrated and passengers are equipped with headsets with personal volume controls. In the event of Non-English speaking groups, your own translator will be the “co-pilot” and narrate the tour in your language. Glacier Air co-pilots can speak English, French, Spanish, German and other languages. This tour will be conducted in a Cessna 172 or Cessna 206 aircraft. This tour requires a minimum of two passengers.
Squamish, BC (43 km from North Vancouver)
$69 CAD Per Person (12+) -
Olympic Grand Circle Airplane Tour
by Glacier AirGet a bird’s eye view of the gorgeous landscape between Squamish and Whistler on this 50-minute adventure. Fly through Garibaldi Park and over its namesake lake as your pilot tells you the story of the Barrier, the giant wall of volcanic rock that holds the lake back. You’ll pass by Cloudburst Mountain, Black Tusk and Wedge Mountain before flying over Whistler Village and its world-famous Blackcomb and Whistler Mountain ski areas. All tours are fully narrated and passengers are equipped with headsets with personal volume controls. In the event of Non-English speaking groups, your own translator will be the “co-pilot” and narrate the tour in your language. Glacier Air co-pilots can speak English, French, Spanish, German and other languages. This tour will be conducted in a Cessna 172 or Cessna 206 aircraft. This tour requires a minimum of two passengers.
Squamish, BC (43 km from North Vancouver)
$139 CAD Per Person (12+) -
Sea to Sky Grand Airplane Tour
by Glacier AirThis is Glacier Air’s deluxe airplane tour of the majestic peaks, expansive glaciers and beautiful rainforests around Squamish and Whistler. Your 60-minute journey will take you up divide between Ashlu Creek and the Elaho-Squamish Rivers, a 30-kilometre stretch filled with glaciers, before flying past the aptly named Powder Mountain and the Pemberton Icefield. Then it’s off to the Callaghan Valley, a popular backcountry area that was home to many of the ski-jumping and alpine events for the 2010 Winter Olympics. Finish off your tour by passing over Whistler Village and taking in views of Cloudburst Mountain and the Squamish Valley. All tours are fully narrated and passengers are equipped with headsets with personal volume controls. In the event of Non-English speaking groups, your own translator will be the “co-pilot” and narrate the tour in your language. Glacier Air co-pilots can speak English, French, Spanish, German and other languages. This tour will be conducted in a Cessna 172 or Cessna 206 aircraft. This tour requires a minimum of two passengers.
Squamish, BC (43 km from North Vancouver)
$159 CAD Per Person (12+) -
Garibaldi Park Scenic Airplane Tour
by Glacier AirSpend 40 exhilarating minutes exploring one of British Columbia’s biggest provincial parks. Fly over the turquoise waters of Garibaldi Lake, which is almost 1,000 feet deep and fed by the Sphinx and Sentinel glaciers. See the Mamquam Icefield and the Black Tusk, a volcanic mountain that is one of the area’s most identifiable landmarks. Circle back to the Squamish Airport via the Sea-to-Sky Corridor to finish off your trip. All tours are fully narrated and passengers are equipped with headsets with personal volume controls. In the event of Non-English speaking groups, your own translator will be the “co-pilot” and narrate the tour in your language. Glacier Air co-pilots can speak English, French, Spanish, German and other languages. This tour will be conducted in a Cessna 172 or Cessna 206 aircraft. This tour requires a minimum of two passengers.
Squamish, BC (43 km from North Vancouver)
$115 CAD Per Person (12+) -
Vancouver Harbour Airplane Tour
by Glacier AirThe seat of a Cessna is the ultimate vantage point for experiencing the busy city of Vancouver. On this 50-minute tour, your Glacier Air pilot will take you over Sky Pilot Mountain, a destination for many adventurous hikers, before flying down Indian Arm, the steep-sloped body of water that borders North Vancouver and Deep Cove. Then Vancouver Harbour comes into view; as you fly over the busy port, you’ll be treated to great views of iconic landmarks like Stanley Park, Grouse Mountain and the Lions Gate Bridge. Your return route offers a new twist on how most get to Squamish as you follow the Sea-to-Sky Highway and spot Shannon Falls and Squamish’s Chief. All tours are fully narrated and passengers are equipped with headsets with personal volume controls. In the event of Non-English speaking groups, your own translator will be the “co-pilot” and narrate the tour in your language. Glacier Air co-pilots can speak English, French, Spanish, German and other languages. This tour will be conducted in a Cessna 172 or Cessna 206 aircraft. This tour requires a minimum of two passengers.
Squamish, BC (43 km from North Vancouver)
$139 CAD Per Person (12+) -
Amazing Lakes and Gorgeous Glaciers Seaplane Tour (1 hr.)
by Harbour Air SeaplanesThe excitement mounts as you enter a state-of-the-art seaplane and settle in for your hour long aerial exploration of some of the most dynamic scenery British Columbia has to offer- including amazing alpine lakes and grand glaciers. You’ll depart from Vancouver Harbour, and soar over the hanging glaciers and knife-edged ridges of Mount Mamquam (8,450 feet/2,600 meters.) Then, you’re in for a very special treat; a landing on Harbour Air’s “secret” alpine lake. Invigorating fresh air fills your lungs, picturesque views abound, and the water is remarkably crystal clear. Prepare to be astonished! This flight operates daily, year-round Total time is 1.25 hours, with 1 hour flight time. Have you worked up an appetite? We’d love to pamper you by adding one hour to your tour for a scrumptious lakeside picnic lunch ($50 additional per person, May-October)
Vancouver, BC (7 km from North Vancouver)
$285 CAD Per Person -
Charming Villages of the Gulf Islands Seaplane Tour
by Harbour Air SeaplanesHave you been wondering how the locals live on Canada’s West Coast? Here’s your opportunity to sample what life is like for those who call this spectacular region home. Harbour Air’s Charming Villages of the Gulf Islands Tour invites you to ride along with the locals on their service flights from Vancouver Harbour to the quaint villages of the Gulf Islands. The pick-up stops along this route change daily, but you can count on a picturesque excursion every time. So come aboard, meet some locals, and you’ll gain insight into this dynamic region that’s decidedly unique and difficult to match! This flight operates daily, year-round Flight time varies slightly according to daily schedule.
Vancouver, BC (7 km from North Vancouver)
$185 CAD Per Person -
Day Trip Victoria Style
by Harbour Air SeaplanesStaying in Vancouver and curious what Victoria has to offer? Have we got the package for you: Victoria via seaplane! Step aboard your seaplane at Vancouver Harbour and in moments you’ll be soaring over the remarkable Gulf Islands, which are comprised of a dozen large islands and an uncountable number of small ones. About thirty exhilarating minutes later you’ll arrive in Victoria for a coach tour to the illustrious Butchart Gardens, where you’ll take pleasure in over 55 acres of inspiring landscape. Now it’s time to revel in the diverse activities Victoria boasts; shopping, the Royal BC Museum, Beacon Hill Park, the Inner Harbour, and a multitude of other dynamic attractions that are just waiting to be discovered. Take your time; then return to Vancouver on the afternoon flight of your liking. This tour operates daily, May through October. This activity lasts a full day, including two 35-minute scenic flights and a coach tour to Butchart Gardens. While you’re in Victoria, add one of these delightful excursions to your seaplane tour: Orca Whales Excursion- A thrilling 3 to 3.5 hour expedition to see Orca whales in the waters around Haro Strait ($80 additional per person) or Afternoon Tea at the Empress- Indulge with finger sandwiches, tea, and pastries at this Victoria landmark. Please note; there is a dress code ($49 additional per person.)
Vancouver, BC (7 km from North Vancouver)
$325 CAD Per Person -
Extended Panoramic Seaplane Tour of Vancouver (35 mins.)
by Harbour Air SeaplanesIf you’re looking for a comprehensive seaplane discovery of the majestic mountains and expansive coastline that surround breathtaking Vancouver, you’ve just unearthed it. Yes, you’ll enjoy a bird’s eye view of Vancouver, its gorgeous parks and bustling downtown. Plus, an exploration of the North Shore mountains… but you’ll also relish in a tour of the dynamic coast farther north towards Whistler. Then your skilled pilot will loop back down over the Islands and investigate the incredible Sunshine Coast. If you’re prepared for an inspiring, ultra-memorable seaplane adventure that offers you a taste of the finest scenery around, we invite you aboard! This flight operates daily, year-round Total time is 45 minutes, with 35 minutes flight time. This Extended Panoramic Seaplane Tour of Vancouver offers you a bit more time in the air than the similar Loop Over Bustling Vancouver or Flightseeing Adventure of Vancouver City and North Shore Mountains tours.
Vancouver, BC (7 km from North Vancouver)
$159 CAD Per Person -
Flightseeing Adventure of Vancouver City and North Shore Mountains (20 mins.)
by Harbour Air SeaplanesThis is an especially popular flightseeing adventure! Your twenty minute exciting discovery of Vancouver city begins the very moment you board your seaplane and lift off from downtown Vancouver’s Coal Harbour. Enjoy an amazing panoramic view of sensational Vancouver, its surrounding parks, dynamic beaches and North Shore mountains. The spray of water that accompanies take-off and landing adds an extra exhilarating moment to this already thrilling seaplane excursion. Explore Vancouver as you’ve never imagined. This flight operates daily, year-round Total time is 30 minutes, with 20 minutes flight time.
Vancouver, BC (7 km from North Vancouver)
$99 CAD Per Person -
Incredible Seaplane Flight; Amazing Whale Watching Expedition
by Harbour Air SeaplanesThis amazing journey pairs the thrill of a seaplane adventure with an iconic Victoria excursion: whale watching! You’ll lift-off for an incredibly scenic flight from Vancouver Harbour to Victoria. Touch ground and you’re off to join an expedition for a first-hand study of wild Orca (Killer) whales in the picturesque Haro Strait. As anyone who has taken part in a whale watching expedition will certainly tell you, it is truly a marvelous sight to view this massive, regal mammal in its natural setting. You’ll also have the opportunity to spot seals, seabirds and sea-otters that cruise the abundant underwater kelp forests of the Pacific Northwest ocean ecosystem in search of nourishment. Bring your camera and prepare to capture a memory. Once your whale watching activity comes to a close, Harbour Air’s seaplane will return you to Vancouver. The Haro Strait serves as a migratory route for salmon between March and October- excellent feeding for the magnificent Orca whale. This amazing flight and whale watching excursion departs daily, May through October. This activity lasts a full day, including two 35 minute flights, and a 3-3.5 hour watch watching expedition. While you’re in Victoria, add one of these delightful excursions to your seaplane tour: Butchart Gardens Tour- Enjoy a scenic coach tour to the spectacular Butchart Gardens, a National Historic Site of Canada ($45 additional per person) or Afternoon Tea at the Empress- Indulge with finger sandwiches, tea, and pastries at this Victoria landmark. Please note; there is a dress code ($49 additional per person.)
Vancouver, BC (7 km from North Vancouver)
$349 CAD Per Person -
Loop Over Bustling Vancouver (10 mins.)
by Harbour Air SeaplanesThis tour offers a taste of Vancouver as can only be captured from the bird’s eye view a seaplane offers. You’ll board the state-of-the-art seaplane from downtown Vancouver’s bustling Coal Harbour and embark on a ten minute flight. Once you’re in the air, exhilaration abounds as your pilot completes a circle over Vancouver and its iconic Stanley Park. Your tour of Vancouver by air terminates with an impressive landing in front of the famed Vancouver Convention Center. Come discover Vancouver from an entirely new perspective. This flight operates daily, year-round Total time is 20 minutes, with 10 minutes flight time.
Vancouver, BC (7 km from North Vancouver)
$69 CAD Per Person -
Memorable Flight; Amazing Seaside Dining at Horseshoe Bay
by Harbour Air SeaplanesMaybe you’re on the vacation of a lifetime, or perhaps you’re a local looking to create an extraordinary evening. Whatever the occasion, this fly and dine tour is one your memory book will be especially proud of! As the early evening settles in, you’ll board your seaplane at Vancouver’s vibrant Coal Harbour. Moments later, your professional seaplane pilot has you headed to serene Horseshoe Bay, a vibrant port community that’s a very cherished destination. Then, you’ll take pleasure in an impressive gourmet dinner along the seaside. After your intimate dining experience, a luxurious limousine will carry you through the brilliant city lights, back to downtown Vancouver. It’s true; your senses will be overwhelmed with delight. Dinner is reserved at the Boathouse Restaurant. This fly and dine tour operates daily, May through September. Your excursion includes a 20-minute scenic seaplane flight.
Vancouver, BC (7 km from North Vancouver)
$219 CAD Per Person -
Sensational Seaplane Sample of the West Coast
by Harbour Air SeaplanesWow; you’re going to be amazed at the day Harbour Air has planned for you. This sample of the West Coast tour offers you a taste of the very best of all there is to love about the West Coast- by land, by air and by sea! Begin your day of delight with a relaxing shuttle ride from downtown Vancouver to Sewell’s Marina in the exclusive port village of Horseshoe Bay. Moments later you’ll hop on an open air Zodiac and you’re off to learn about the region’s unique wildlife courtesy of your experienced wildlife guide. Then it’s time to wind-down with a scrumptious, intimate meal at the well-known Boathouse restaurant. Your sensational sampling of the West Coast comes to a close with an exhilarating seaplane flight back to downtown Vancouver. We promised you’d be impressed! This sensational sample of the West Coast operates daily, May through September. This activity lasts 5 hours, including the shuttle transfer, a two hour sea-safari excursion, a three-course dinner and a 20-minute scenic seaplane flight.
Vancouver, BC (7 km from North Vancouver)
$229 CAD Per Person
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