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THE 10 BEST Vancouver Air Tours

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• Up to 1 hour
• 1 to 4 hours
• 4 hours to 1 day
• 5.0 of 5 bubbles
• 4.0 of 5 bubbles & up
• 3.0 of 5 bubbles & up
• 2.0 of 5 bubbles & up
• Harbour Air Seaplanes
• Lotus Land Tours
• Vancouver Harbour Flight Centre
• The Butchart Gardens
• Likely to Sell Out
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1. Vancouver Seaplane Tour

2. Seaplane Tour with Admission to Capilano Suspension Bridge Park

3. Vancouver to Victoria Seaplane Day Trip with Butchart Gardens

4. Vancouver to Victoria Seaplane Flight

5. Vancouver to Victoria by Seaplane with Bus and Ferry Return

6. Vancouver to Whistler Day Trip by Seaplane

7. Vancouver to Victoria Seaplane Day Trip with Whale Watching Tour

8. Extended Vancouver Seaplane Tour

9. Vancouver to Seattle Seaplane Flight

10. Victoria to Vancouver Seaplane Flight

11. Victoria Excursion from Vancouver by Helicopter and Sea Plane

12. Vancouver to Tofino Seaplane Flight

13. Vancouver to Whistler Scenic Flight

14. Whistler Day Trip by Seaplane

15. Victoria Whale Watching Adventure by a Seaplane

16. Seattle to Vancouver Seaplane Flight

17. Vancouver to Whistler by Seaplane and Bus return

18. Victoria and Butchart Gardens with Seaplane Return

19. Strait of Georgia Seaplane Experience from Sechelt

20. Whistler to Vancouver Scenic Flight

21. Victoria to Whistler Scenic Seaplane Flight

22. Whistler to Victoria Scenic Seaplane Flight

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• Vancouver Seaplane Tour
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• Vancouver to Victoria Seaplane Day Trip with Butchart Gardens
• Extended Vancouver Seaplane Tour
• Vancouver to Victoria Seaplane Flight
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• CityPassport - Destination Guides & Attractions Pass
• SKY Helicopters Inc
• Flight Centre Independent New Westminster
• Seair Seaplanes

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Scenic Tours

Unique Experiences in amazing places. British Columbia’s ice blue glaciers, snow covered peaks, and a rugged, natural landscape with breathtaking scenery await you.

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Vancouver City Skyline

This is the tour to showcase our beautiful city of Vancouver. Enjoy panoramic views of the North Shore Mountains ...

Coastal Mountain Experience

Depart downtown Vancouver along the North Shore Mountains and have your camera ready as you cruise by the ...

Glacier & Alpine Lake Adventure

If you desire some of B.C.’s finest scenery, then this tour will ...

Chatterbox Falls Excursion

This spectacular journey starts with a low level flight along B.C.’s Sunshine Coast and includes views of the spectacular ...

Mail Run Tours

Depart from our Downtown Vancouverto the “harbour city” of Nanaimo or a stunning excursion across the Salish Sea ...

Nanaimo Kayak Adventure

Your exciting kayak adventure begins with a seaplane flight from Vancouver to the city of Nanaimo, located on Vancouver ...

Whale Watching

A unforgettable adventure awaits as you cruise the Salish Sea in search of killer whales, humpbacks, sea lions, seals, eagles, and ...

Fly n' Dine

Package includes round trip airfare between Downtown Vancouver to Nanaimo, where you’ll capture the scenic landscape of ...

Nanaimo Brewery Tour

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THE 10 BEST Vancouver Air Tours

Air tours in vancouver.

• Nature & Wildlife Tours
• Gear Rentals
• Hiking & Camping Tours
• Up to 1 hour
• 1 to 4 hours
• 4 hours to 1 day
• 5.0 of 5 bubbles
• 4.0 of 5 bubbles & up
• 3.0 of 5 bubbles & up
• 2.0 of 5 bubbles & up
• Harbour Air Seaplanes
• Lotus Land Tours
• Vancouver Harbour Flight Centre
• The Butchart Gardens
• Likely to Sell Out
• The ranking of tours, activities, and experiences available on Tripadvisor is determined by several factors including the revenue generated by Tripadvisor from these bookings, the frequency of user clicks, and the volume and quality of customer reviews. Occasionally, newly listed offerings may be prioritized and appear higher in the list. The specific placement of these new listings may vary.

1. Vancouver Seaplane Tour

2. Seaplane Tour with Admission to Capilano Suspension Bridge Park

3. Vancouver to Victoria Seaplane Day Trip with Butchart Gardens

4. Vancouver to Victoria Seaplane Flight

5. Vancouver to Victoria by Seaplane with Bus and Ferry Return

6. Vancouver to Whistler Day Trip by Seaplane

7. Vancouver to Victoria Seaplane Day Trip with Whale Watching Tour

8. Extended Vancouver Seaplane Tour

9. Vancouver to Seattle Seaplane Flight

10. Victoria to Vancouver Seaplane Flight

11. Victoria Excursion from Vancouver by Helicopter and Sea Plane

12. Vancouver to Tofino Seaplane Flight

13. Vancouver to Whistler Scenic Flight

14. Whistler Day Trip by Seaplane

15. Victoria Whale Watching Adventure by a Seaplane

16. Seattle to Vancouver Seaplane Flight

17. Vancouver to Whistler by Seaplane and Bus return

18. Victoria and Butchart Gardens with Seaplane Return

19. Strait of Georgia Seaplane Experience from Sechelt

20. Whistler to Vancouver Scenic Flight

21. Victoria to Whistler Scenic Seaplane Flight

22. Whistler to Victoria Scenic Seaplane Flight

What travelers are saying.

• Vancouver Seaplane Tour
• Seaplane Tour with Admission to Capilano Suspension Bridge Park
• Vancouver to Victoria Seaplane Day Trip with Butchart Gardens
• Extended Vancouver Seaplane Tour
• Vancouver to Victoria Seaplane Flight
• Faremantra Travels
• CityPassport - Destination Guides & Attractions Pass
• SKY Helicopters Inc
• Flight Centre Independent New Westminster
• Seair Seaplanes

Experience the beauty of Vancouver Island and the West Coast…

“Sightseeing Flights”, “Air Tours”, or “Flightseeing”. Whatever you want to call them, our scenic tours are an amazing way to get a different perspective on an area. Whether you’re here on Vacation or you’ve lived here for years, we can give you the opportunity to see things in a way you’ve never seen them before.

We offer a range of incredible tours in our lovingly maintained Cessna aircraft, checking out some of the most spectacular scenery the Coast has to offer. Let our experienced pilots show you around and entertain you with some local knowledge.

We can provide tours in our 5 passenger seat Cessna 206, or in our 3 passenger seat Cessna 172s. Either is a great way to safely and comfortably enjoy the sights from the air. Tours typically depart Campbell River or Courtenay Airpark in the Comox Valley, but we can pick you up at just about any airport you’d like. Fill the fast, 5 seat Cessna 206 for the best price tours!

Tours are fully customizable for time and route but we’ve outlined a few great tours below.

• Comox Glacier Tour

Take in the breathtaking views along the shore of Buttle Lake as you climb toward the Comox Glacier. View some of the highest mountains on Vancouver Island, surrounded by craggy peaks, turquoise pocket lakes and ancient ever-moving glaciers.

Surge & Seymour Narrows Tour

Sample the beautiful Discovery islands on this circle tour of Seymour and Surge Narrows. Fly the coast of Quadra Island and experience the beauty of the coastline.

• West Coast Tour

Tour the windswept West Coast of Vancouver Island and see Nootka Sound and Island. Take in spectacular mountains, uninhabited island, lighthouses and hundreds of thousands of trees along the way. We can even plan a beach landing for a pitstop at Calvin falls!

Bute & Toba Inlets Tour

A circular tour starting with the discovery islands, travelling up one inlet, and weather permitting, down another. See the sight of the 2020 Elliot Creek Mega-Tsunami, as you travel the Southgate River between the 2 inlets.

Knight Inlet & Mount Waddington Tour

Climb toward the Thurlow Islands and Beaver Inlet on the way to Knight Inlet. Take in the beauty of the numerous West Coast Bays as you climb toward Fang Peak. Enjoy views of Mt Waddington as you descend down the valley.

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Discover Vancouver Tour

Join our day tour in the city and visit the hidden gems that make vancouver so diverse and vibrant, discover vancouver.

Our half-day Discover Vancouver tour fulfills the ultimate visitor bucket list in just under 4 hours. Visit the must-see highlights to experience firsthand why Vancouver is frequently ranked among the world’s best places to live, including Jack Poole Plaza and English Bay. Make a sightseeing stop at Stanley Park , where you will have the option to join a guided walking tour through the collection of totem poles, and Granville Island, to explore the home of Vancouver’s most famous food market. Our experienced guides will offer live commentary and will point out some exciting hidden gems along the way to ensure they are not missed. At the conclusion of the tour, ask our staff about our special rates for Flyover in Vancouver , Capilano Suspension Bridge Park , and more. This tour is best suited for families, seniors, and newcomers to Vancouver.

Please note that this is a sample itinerary and it is subject to change due to unforeseen circumstances, such as weather or road closures.

A day in Vancouver

• Begin your tour by visiting Canada Place and Jack Poole Plaza, where you will see the Olympic Torch
• Explore the Totem Poles in Stanley Park with an optional walking tour led by your local guide
• Drive through the West End’s trendy neighbourhood and the beach at English Bay to get a sense of the land
• Visit Granville Island for a brief tour of this little oasis in the heart of our city. Walk-through one of the market halls and snap a picture of the quaint water taxis cruising through False Creek. Enjoy free time for lunch and shopping here
• Return to your preferred pick-up location at the beginning of the tour at approximately 1:30pm (morning departures) or 6:30pm (afternoon departures)
• You can purchase additional adventures before or after your tour at our office. We offer special rates on diverse Vancouver attractions, such as Flyover in Vancouver or Capilano Suspension Bridge Park, which offers free shuttles from Canada Place in downtown Vancouver

• Canada Place & Jack Poole Plaza

Start your journey today with a stop at two iconic landmarks situated side by side along Vancouver’s waterfront. Canada Place resembles a sailing ship, and it serves as both a symbol of Canadian pride and a hub for tourism and events. Jack Poole Plaza, named after the visionary behind the 2010 Winter Olympics bid, features stunning views of the harbor and mountains, making it a popular gathering spot. Here you will see the Olympic Torch, which was lit during the 2010 Winter Olympics, and represents the four host First Nations of the games. The entire area stands as a testament to Vancouver’s cultural vibrancy.

• Stanley Park & Brockton Point

Continue on and stop at Stanley Park, one of Vancouver’s top attractions, offering a coastal rainforest walk with a rich diversity of lush plants and rare trees. Explore the park as you are surrounded by local mountains and the beautiful cityscape. Here you will have the option to join a short guided walking tour of the First Nations Totem Poles. These represent a number of Indigenous Nations near Brockton Point. Some of these beautifully carved Totem Poles have been dated back to as early as the 1880’s.

West End & English Bay

Drive away from Stanley Park and into the city’s urban area. The West End offers a captivating blend of urban living and natural beauty. As Vancouver’s trendiest neighbourhood, it has a vibrant and diverse community and a lively atmosphere. English Bay, also called First Beach, is known for its sandy beach and breathtaking sunsets. This is where the annual Polar Bear Swim takes place every New Year’s Day since 1920, where brave participants take a cold plunge into the water.

Granville Island

Cross the bridge onto Granville Island. Situated in the heart of the city, this little peninsula is home to a quaint public market featuring fresh produce, artisanal foods, and unique crafts. Have free time to stroll through the area’s lively streets, explore the galleries and shops, and find the perfect lunch/dinner spot. This must-visit destination for both locals and tourists will be the last stop of your tour. Then, you will be dropped off at the same spot you were picked up from at the beginning.

False Creek

From Granville Island, you can find the best spots to relax along the seawall to catch picturesque water shots of False Creek.

Are there restroom facilities available during the tour?

Yes, restroom facilities are available at various stops along the tour route, including Stanley Park and Granville Island. Your tour guide will also be happy to point out restroom locations throughout the tour.

What is my departure time and location?

Our 3.5-hour Discover Vancouver tour has daily departures every morning from April 27 to October 29, 2024. Additionally, we offer afternoon departures every other day during the same period of time.

Take a look at our availability in the calendar above and book your desired departure date online or with an agent . Upon booking, you will be asked to choose a pick-up location and time from our available options . Please refer to your confirmation email for exact time and location, and meet at your selected pick-up point no later than 15 minutes before departure .

If you wish to change your pick-up location after booking, please notify us prior to departure.

Can I purchase additional activities in Vancouver?

Of course! Please visit our office at 636 Hornby Street in downtown Vancouver to purchase tickets for Vancouver’s top attractions and sport events at exclusive rates. These include Capilano Suspension Bridge Park, Harbour Air, Flyover in Vancouver, Grouse Mountain Gondola, and local ice hockey, football, soccer and lacrosse games. Our staff will be happy to assist you with recommendations and additional information.

Please contact us if you don’t see any availability that fits your schedule. We will try our best to accommodate you when possible.

Adult / Youth (13+)

Senior (65+), child (3-12), morning departures: daily april 27 - october 27, 2024, pick up times, afternoon departures: selected days april 27 - october 27, 2024.

• Get to know the city that has it all: nature, a lively urban scene, and a vibrant community
• Stop at the famed Stanley Park with and take in the beautiful scenery
• Join an informative & fun guided walking tour of the Totem Poles at Brockton Point
• Drive through the trendy West End and the adventurous English Bay Beach
• Stop at Granville Island and stroll through the Public Market and the s hopping & entertainment streets
• Add on activities at special rates like Flyover in Vancouver or Capilano Suspension Bridge Park

• Granville Island Public Market

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• Light waterproof layers in case of drizzle (recommended)
• Comfortable walking shoes
• Sunscreen & sunglasses
• Reusable water bottle
• 2 pieces of ID
• Camera (recommended)

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B.C. mom distributes air quality monitors after 9-year-old’s asthma death during wildfires

"I want people to realize that asthma can go from zero to 100 in the blink of an eye," Vigh said in an interview.

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Nine-year-old Carter Vigh was having a great day last July 11, visiting a waterpark, enjoying a picnic lunch and playing soccer with other kids at a day camp run by his mother, Amber Vigh.

B.C. mom distributes air quality monitors after 9-year-old’s asthma death during wildfires Back to video

At the time, wildfires were raging throughout parts of British Columbia and so Amber checked the air quality index on a weather app that morning to make sure it was safe for Carter — who had asthma — to play outside.

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The air quality reading was OK, said Vigh, who lives in 100 Mile House in central B.C., but she didn’t know that the reading wasn’t local. The closest air quality monitoring station was in Williams Lake, nearly 100 km away.

When wildfire smoke rolled into 100 Mile House that afternoon, she got all of the kids, including Carter, inside.

It wasn’t until Carter was back home on the couch in the early evening that he “started coughing like crazy,” Vigh said.

She and her husband gave Carter his asthma inhalers and tried to cool him down with a bath, but he got worse.

“We knew something terrible was wrong and that he needed to go get oxygen,” she said.

Carter died later in hospital of asthma exacerbated by wildfire smoke.

“I want people to realize that asthma can go from zero to 100 in the blink of an eye,” Vigh said.

She also wants people to know that “your indoor air quality isn’t always a safe haven without having air purifiers.”

“We honestly didn’t have one because it wasn’t something we ever really knew much about,” Vigh said.

That’s why the Vigh family started Carter’s Project in partnership with the B.C. Lung Foundation.

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On May 14, they will distribute 100 air quality monitors throughout 100 Mile House and teach people how to build their own air purifiers using box fans and high efficiency particulate air furnace filters.

Although they’re starting with their hometown, their goal is to bring air quality monitors and air filters to every community in British Columbia as they face yet another wildfire season. They’d like to eventually expand the program to communities all over the country, Vigh said.

The president and CEO of the B.C. Lung Foundation said when Carter died, the tragedy made him realize that his organization could do more to make sure people have the tools they need to “learn about what’s in the air they breathe, and to be able to take action.”

“It is such an important thing to have that (air quality) information about what’s happening in your own backyard,” said Chris Lam.

“Depending on how the wind blows that day, you can even divide 100 Mile House into six, seven or eight different regions where their air quality might potentially be dramatically different.”

Equally crucial is making sure people have the ability to monitor and filter the air inside their homes, because harmful particulate matter from wildfire smoke and other pollutants can get in, Lam said.

“We often think about smoke being outside,” he said.

“(But) we spend about 90 per cent of our days indoors, whether that’s in our homes or at work or at school,” he said.

“Understanding what’s in the air … and how that affects our indoor environments becomes so important.”

Dr. Melissa Lem, president of Canadian Association of Physicians for the Environment, called Carter’s Project incredible.

“Now is exactly the right time, because every sign is pointing to another summer of deadly smoke. And we need to start preparing now,” she said.

“Climate change is happening and we’re going to have these wildfire smoke crises year after year. But we also have to put out the fire at its source and prevent the smoke from getting worse by reducing our use of fossil fuels,” said Lem, a family physician in Vancouver who also works in rural and northern communities.

Governments also need to step in and help protect people from poor air quality, Lem said.

Just as governments have funded home retrofit programs to help people reduce their carbon footprint, they should also consider subsidizing air filters to ensure everyone can breathe clean air indoors, she said.

Municipalities should also be thinking about “clean air shelters” when local air pollution reaches a certain level, similar to cooling centres opening during heat waves, Lem said.

For Vigh, working to prevent other families from losing a loved one due to wildfire smoke helps her deal with her grief.

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Concert review: Diljit Dosanjh launches DIL-LUMINATI tour in Vancouver

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Diljit Dosanjh scripts history with packed performance at Vancouver stadium for Dil-Luminati Tour

Diljit dosanjh created a new record at vancouver's bc place stadium. he became the first punjabi artist to perform at the venue..

Diljit Dosanjh has time and again achieved historical milestones in the music industry. The actor-singer constantly promotes Punjabi music at global platforms. However, recently he achieved a new feat by performing at the BC Place stadium in Vancouver, Canada. Diljit shared glimpses of his performance on his social media handle. (Also read: Rajkummar Rao says Bollywood came together to praise Diljit, Chamkila )

Diljit Dosanjh scripts history in Vancouver

Diljit shared a post from his Dil-Luminati tour on his Instagram handle, followed by a series of photos and a video. He captioned it as, “HISTORY HAS BEEN WRITTEN (writing emoji) BC PLACE STADIUM (building emoji) SOLD OUT (face with goggles emoji) DIL-LUMINATI TOUR (monster emoji).

In one of the heartfelt videos, the general manger of the event interacts with Diljit. The latter is seen saying, “Thank you Sir, thank you for having us here.” While the general manager says, “My name is Chris. I am the general manager here at the stadium. The largest ever Punjabi show outside of India.” Chris then handed over a framed picture of his performance to Diljit as a souvenir while the crew clapped.

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Bollywood celebs react to Diljit's Vancouver concert

Neha Dhupia commented and wrote, “Beyond (fire emoji) we are living in the @diljitdosanjh era (blessings emoji, heart emoji).” Rhea Kapoor wrote, “The best (heart emoji) miss you all. (crying emoji)” A fan commented, “Cried at the stadium when Diljit kissed the kid's forehead (three emotional eyes emojis) GOD SENT IN HUMAN FORM (three folded hands emojis).” A netizen also complemented and posted, “Punjab’s Michael Jackson (three rocket emojis).”

About Dil-Luminati tour

All the tickets for the concert were sold out. The front-row seats for the afternoon show were priced from 482.79 US dollar to 713.89 US dollar, reported by Money Control. Diljit sang songs from his popular album GOAT, in the presence of 54,000 fans in Vancouver.

Diljit Dosanjh's recent acting credential

Diljit was recently seen in Imtiaz Ali's musical biopic Amar Singh Chamkila , co-starring Parineeti Chopra . The actor played the titular role on the life of the late Punjabi singer, nicknamed as the Elvis of Punjab by his fans. The movie is available for streaming on Netflix.

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