Soar over downtown Victoria and its picturesque surroundings on a thrilling 30-minute seaplane experience. Take off directly from the water and enjoy breathtaking aerial views of Victoria’s Inner Harbour, the rugged coastline, and the sparkling Strait of Juan de Fuca. On clear days, the majestic Olympic Mountains and Peninsula stretch across the horizon.
Our Victoria Classic Panorama tour is a guest favourite and the perfect introduction to flying on floats! Enjoy a spectacular seaplane flight and take in the beauty of sights such as Victoria’s twisting coastline, the Strait of Juan de Fuca, and the stunning Olympic Peninsula. Your return flight offers sweeping views over the city before to...
Highlights
30 minutes
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
30 minutes
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
GST (Goods and Services Tax)
Sustainable fees
Total of 30 minute experience with a 20-minute flight time
Gratuity (optional)
Hotel pickup and drop off
Meeting Points
Departure
Harbour Air Seaplanes
The Victoria Harbour Air terminal is conveniently situated right on the water in the Inner Harbour, just steps away from the downtown core, the Parliament Buildings, and many of the city’s iconic hotels and attractions.
Check-in for your tour is 40 minutes ahead of the scheduled departure.
Return
Important Information
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Public transportation options are available nearby
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Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
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Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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All passengers 18 years and above must present either one piece of valid government issued photo identification, or two pieces of government-issued identification without a photograph
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Passengers must arrive at the terminal at least 40 minutes before the scheduled departure time, and be fully checked-in 20 minutes before the scheduled departure time.
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Passengers not checked-in before the check-in cutoff times will not be able to board their scheduled flight and will not be refunded their fare.
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Children are welcome on this flight, making it a perfect introduction to flying and an inspiring experience for future pilots in training.
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
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Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
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This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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This 30 minute experience is an ideal introduction to seaplane aviation and includes spectacular vistas of downtown Victoria and the Strait of Juan de Fuca, with the Olympic Mountains in the distance. Enjoy unique grand houses perched above rugged coastline. The exhilarating spray of the water is always a highlight during take-off and landing.
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Elk Lake
Fly over the shimmering waters of Elk Lake, a popular spot for rowing and outdoor recreation, framed by lush forest and rural charm.
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Mount Douglas Park
Catch a glimpse of Mount Douglas and its expansive views stretching across the Saanich Peninsula—a local favorite for hiking and scenic overlooks.
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Finlayson Arm
Soar above the deep, fjord-like inlet of Finlayson Arm, nestled between forested hills and dramatic cliffs—a hidden gem of southern Vancouver Island.
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Saanich Inlet
Enjoy a sweeping view of Saanich Inlet, with its calm, reflective waters and rich marine ecosystems, bordered by the rolling terrain of the peninsula.
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Esquimalt
Upon reaching the edge of the peninsula, your flight path arcs back over Victoria’s Western Communities before passing above the historic Esquimalt Dockyards—a key part of Canada's naval heritage.
You’ll then descend gently over the harbor, completing your loop with a scenic landing back at Victoria Harbour—a fitting close to a uniquely West Coast experience.
Soar over downtown Victoria and its picturesque surroundings on a thrilling 30-minute seaplane experience. Take off directly from the water and enjoy breathtaking aerial views of Victoria’s Inner Harbour, the rugged coastline, and the sparkling Strait of Juan de Fuca. On clear days, the majestic Olympic Mountains and Peninsula stretch across the horizon.
Our Victoria Classic Panorama tour is a guest favourite and the perfect introduction to flying on floats! Enjoy a spectacular seaplane flight and take in the beauty of sights such as Victoria’s twisting coastline, the Strait of Juan de Fuca, and the stunning Olympic Peninsula. Your return flight offers sweeping views over the city before to...
Highlights
30 minutes
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
30 minutes
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
GST (Goods and Services Tax)
Sustainable fees
Total of 30 minute experience with a 20-minute flight time
Gratuity (optional)
Hotel pickup and drop off
Meeting Points
Departure
Harbour Air Seaplanes
The Victoria Harbour Air terminal is conveniently situated right on the water in the Inner Harbour, just steps away from the downtown core, the Parliament Buildings, and many of the city’s iconic hotels and attractions.
Check-in for your tour is 40 minutes ahead of the scheduled departure.
