Air tours in Seattle and beyond offer unforgettable aerial views of the exceptional environs of the Northwest.
Even though Seattle does have helicopter tours, the city’s seaplanes are more popular. They take off and land on the water for a one-of-a-kind Northwest experience.
Besides the city of Seattle, these seaplane tours also help you explore the majestic Olympic and Cascade mountain ranges and breathtaking Mt. Rainier.
This article shares everything you must know before booking your aerial tour of Seattle and its surrounding mountains.
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Seattle to Vancouver Seaplane Flight
Fly cross-border on this 55-minute seaplane tour which brings the best of both worlds: aerial and maritime tours.
Get aboard on the dock of Lake Union and set off on a voyage transcending the bounds of air and water.
On your way, witness Space needle, Coal Harbour, Canada Place, and much more.
Timings: 9.25 am, 9.50 am, 2.05 pm
Cost of the tour (2+ years):
Adult ticket: US$293 per person
Child ticket: US$160 per person
Departure and end point
The Seattle to Vancouver Seaplane Flight takes off from Kenmore Air Harbor Seaplane Base.
Address: Kenmore Air – Lake Union950 Westlake Ave N, Seattle, WA 98109, USA. Get Directions.
Note: Check-in for your flight 60 minutes ahead of the scheduled departure
The tour will end at Vancouver Harbour Flight Centre/
Address: Harbour Air Seaplanes 1055 Canada Pl, Vancouver, BC V6C 0C3, Canada. Get Directions.
Note: Vancouver Harbour Flight Centre Unit #1 – 1055 Canada Place, Vancouver, BC, V6C 0C3 The seaplane terminal is located at Burrard Landing in Coal Harbour, right along Vancouver’s iconic seawall. Parking is available at 1095 W Waterfront Rd, Vancouver, BC.
Restrictions strictly followed
Seaplane tour in Seattle allows up to nine passengers onboard.
The tour is not wheelchair accessible
Passenger fare includes 25lbs. (11kg) of baggage. Additional baggage cannot be accepted at check-in without advance booking
A minimum of two are required on these tours, failing which, it will be canceled.
Infants and children are allowed onboard, but infants must sit on the caregiver’s lap throughout the flight.
A valid passport is required during check-in.
Check in at least 60 minutes before the scheduled departure time. Failure to check in before the check-in cutoff times will cancel boarding the scheduled flight without refunds.
Flight times are approximate based on winds, weights, and conditions.
Seating arrangements may often be in the hands of the tour organizers for a safe and stable flight.
Exclusions of the air tour
Seattle seaplane tour does not include hotel pick-up and drop-off.
Photos for souvenirs and refreshments are excluded from your ticket.
Your ticket price is also not inclusive of gratuities.
Return fare and luggage exceeding 25lbs (11kg) carry extra amount are payable extra.
Cancellation policy
You can cancel your Seaplane tour of Seattle up to 24 hours before the experience for a full refund.
Seaplane tours over Seattle, Washington State, require good weather.
If it is canceled due to poor weather (heavy rain, low cloud ceilings, lightning, or extreme winds), you will be offered a different date or a full refund.
Failure to show up for your appointment without notice will result in the cancellation of your tour without a refund.