Highlights
- Admire aerial views of Victoria's Inner Harbour, coast and Olympic Mountains
- Departs steps from the Parliament Buildings, Fairmont Empress & downtown hotels
- Fly over Elk Lake, Finlayson Arm, Mount Douglas & the Saanich Peninsula
- Fly over landscapes unreachable by road or boat
- Enjoy a perfect add-on for cruise travelers seeking a local adventure
Description
Soar above one of Canada's most spectacular coastal cities on a 30-minute seaplane experience departing directly from Victoria's iconic Inner Harbour, steps from the Parliament Buildings, the Fairmont Empress, and the downtown waterfront. This small-group flight with a maximum of 14 passengers delivers breathtaking panoramic views of Victoria's coastline, remote inlets, pristine islands, and the Olympic Mountains rising across the Strait of Juan de Fuca.
Your 30-minute experience covers everything from boarding and take-off, through your scenic flight, to landing and disembarking. From the moment you lift off from the water, you are above the Inner Harbour, the Fairmont Empress Hotel, Fisherman's Wharf, and the stately Parliament Buildings spread out below. Your pilot guides you over the forested slopes of Mount Douglas, the serene waters of Elk Lake, and the dramatic fjord-like cliffs of Finlayson Arm before sweeping out over the white-sand beaches of James and Sidney Islands, where turquoise waters meet lush green forest.
Continue north over the Saanich Peninsula, taking in the shimmering Strait of Juan de Fuca with the majestic Olympic Mountains rising in the distance, a view that stretches all the way to Washington State on a clear day. Fly above rugged rocky shorelines, tranquil coastal inlets, and remote landscapes completely unreachable by road, before a smooth water landing returns you to the heart of the city.
Fun fact: Victoria Harbour Airport is the only international airport in the world that can be temporarily closed when whales enter the harbour.
Rain or shine, every flight offers a unique perspective. Clear days open up views across the San Juan Islands and the peaks of the Olympic Peninsula; overcast mornings wrap the coastline in atmospheric Pacific mist that is equally spectacular from above.
Perfect for cruise passengers with a few hours in port, couples seeking an unforgettable Victoria memory, families introducing young children to flight, and anyone who wants to see this remarkable city from an entirely new angle.
Includes
30-minute experience, with a 20-minute flight
Taxes and sustainability fees
Complimentary Digital Tour Guide App — available for download
Excludes
Headphones for the Digital Tour Guide App narration (please bring your own)
Food and Drinks
Parking
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Important Information
- Passengers 18 years and older are required to present either one piece of valid government-issued photo identification, or two pieces of government-issued identification without a photograph. Passengers are required to arrive at the terminal no later than 40 minutes prior to their scheduled departure and complete check-in no later than 20 minutes prior. Passengers who fail to check in by the cutoff time will be unable to board their flight and their fare will be non-refundable
- If travelling with children, please be aware that the child fare applies to children aged 2-11 at the time of departure
- All passengers must be able to move independently to fly. Mobility aids (wheelchair, cane, etc.) may be used to reach the aircraft, however passengers must be able to board and deplane with minimal or no assistance
Easy cancellation
Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund
