Victoria is located 107 miles (76 kilometers) southwest of Vancouver on Vancouver Island.
The trip by car and ferry, or bus and ferry, takes approximately 4 hours each way from downtown Vancouver.
Or you can cover the distance by a 35-minute flight.
Why would you want to hustle a four-hour bus or ferry trip from Victoria when you can hop onto a seaplane and reach in around half an hour?
If you time it well, you will see the Pacific Ocean sunset during your seaplane trip from Victoria.
You will also enjoy Vancouver’s fantastic city skyline and views of the mountains that conceal the North Shore and the shoreline of West Vancouver.
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Seaplane from Victoria to Vancouver
On this Seaplane from Victoria to Vancouver, take pleasure in quick travel and stunning vistas of British Columbia.
In Victoria’s Inner Harbour, board your seaplane and soar with your pilot.
Enjoy sweeping views of the Fairmont Empress Hotel, Ogden Point, and the BC Parliament Buildings, among other local sites.
Fly through the pristine beaches and deep forests of the Gulf Islands while keeping an eye out for the Brockton Peninsula and the enormous Lion’s Gate Bridge.
As you pierce through the skies over Gulf Islands and the Salish Sea, you will also get a bird’s-eye view of Stanley Park which is the downtown of Vancouver and Burrard Inlet.
Duration: 35 minutes
The number of passengers: 14 individuals is the maximum for a small-group trip, assuring individualized care.
Timings: 8.30 am and 4.30 pm. Daily, hourly flights leave from the morning till the evening. You can take the ride at any of the eight slots between the mentioned timeframe.
Departure point: 950 Wharf St, Victoria, BC V8W 1T3, Canada. Get Directions.
Note: Visitors should check in at the Victoria Harbour Airport terminal, which is located on Wharf Street in the Inner Harbour.
Ending point: Harbour Air Seaplanes (Vancouver Harbour Flight Centre Unit #1), 1055 Canada Pl, Vancouver, BC V6C 0C3, Canada. Get Directions.
Note: 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.
Baggage allowance: 25 lbs. (11 kgs.)
Cost of the tour:
Adult ticket (12+ years): CA＄266
Child ticket (3 to 11 years): CA$153
Infant ticket (up to 2 years): Free
What to expect during the flight
Note: South Vancouver, Victoria, Nanaimo, and Vancouver have full-service Harbor Air terminals (YVR).
Restrictions strictly followed
A maximum of 14 travelers are allowed onboard.
Infants and children are allowed onboard, but infants must sit on the caregiver’s lap throughout the flight.
Passengers must go through a mandatory metal detector scan and bag inspection.
Not wheelchair accessible. A mobility assistance device, such as a wheelchair or cane, may be used by a passenger to get from the terminal to the aircraft, however, passengers must have the ability to walk on and off the aircraft with minimal or no assistance.
Extra standby baggage at $2/lb. is allowed onboard.
A valid photo ID is required.
No pets are allowed onboard except service animals.
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
Hotel transfer is not included in your ticket.
Your ticket price for the seaplane tour also excludes holiday gratuities.
What is special about Victoria?
Victoria is a fantastic destination because it is lovely and historic. It is nicknamed the Garden City and is in full bloom in the spring and summer.
The winters are mild enough for year-round golf. Victoria is the ideal day travel destination because it is close to Vancouver.
Explore the charming downtown area with its British colonial architecture, stop to shop, take in the historic buildings and gardens, and then unwind with afternoon tea.
What is special about Vancouver?
Vancouver is one of the most beautiful cities in the world, thanks to its majestic mountains, sparkling water, rainforests, and stunning foliage in all four seasons.
It is a cutting-edge metropolis that welcomes visitors and has a rare fusion of cultures.
Other elements that contribute to this city’s appeal are the comparatively mild climate of the Pacific Northwest and a vibrant restaurant and nightlife scene.
Vancouver International Airport is easily accessible worldwide and has continuously been ranked as one of the top airports in North America.
Vancouver is a beautiful walking city that is also safe, accessible, and clean.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before your tour date.
If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, a 100% percent cancellation fee is applicable.
No changes are allowed within 24 hours of the experience’s start time.
Helicopter tours require good weather.
If the tour is canceled due to poor weather or non-fulfillment of the minimum number of passengers, you may be offered a different date or a full refund.
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