Harbour Air Seaplanes

Unit #1 Burrard Landing, 1055 Canada Place, Vancouver, British Columbia V6C 2C6, Canada

1.800.665.0212

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Ranked #12 of 113 activities in Vancouver

152 Reviews

Type: Tours, Transportation

view from the plane leaving Vancouver, Lions Gate Bridge

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Tom_Q_65203

Columbia, Missouri

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35 reviews

4 attraction reviews

Reviews in 11 cities

10 helpful votes

“The best way to travel to and from Vancouver Island”

Reviewed 16 June 2013 NEW

This was our first experience with seaplanes. We walked outside our hotel Pan Pacific and were able to get on a Harbor air flight to Vancouver Island; a 20 min flight. Everyone at Harbor Air was friendly and helpful. We even had some bags set ahead to insure we could get in under the weight limit. On the way back... More

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Dear Tom_Q_65203, Thank you for flying with us and for the fantastic feedback about our service and crew! It is much appreciated. We look forward to welcoming you on board soon! CAROLE STURM CUSTOMER CARE COORDINATOR HARBOUR AIR SEAPLANES | WESTCOAST AIR | WHISTLER AIR More

historian90

Notts

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72 reviews

58 attraction reviews

Reviews in 51 cities

70 helpful votes

“A great experience as first on a float plane.”

Reviewed 15 June 2013 NEW

For someone who has flown nearly one million kilometers on airlines this was the first ever in a float plane, so the experience was a novelty. Very smooth take off and touch down which was a pleasant surprise and relief for my wife who had been a bit nervous beforehand! Converted a part of our holiday 'package' of a short... More

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Dear historian90, Thank you for the 5-star review and taking the time to share your experience with us and our TripAdvisor readers. I am happy to hear that both you and your wife enjoyed your first floatplane flight! We look forward to welcoming you back soon for more adventures! CAROLE STURM CUSTOMER CARE COORDINATOR HARBOUR AIR SEAPLANES | WESTCOAST AIR... More

Mollie30

Bristol, United Kingdom

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8 reviews

3 attraction reviews

Reviews in 4 cities

3 helpful votes

“Very good flight”

Reviewed 15 June 2013 NEW

Only 35 minutes to Vancouver Island making it possible for a day visit - you can book whatever times you want from the hotel or at the terminal beforehand. Take your passpost - we forgot but they eventually let us on! Went in for the return journey 20 mins early and they let us get on an earlier flight so... More

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Dear Mollie30, Thank you very much for the feedback and for sharing your travel tips with our TripAdvisors readers. We hope you had a great holiday in Canada, and look forward to welcoming you again soon! CAROLE STURM CUSTOMER CARE COORDINATOR HARBOUR AIR SEAPLANES | WESTCOAST AIR | WHISTLER AIR More

iDogbert

Washington DC, District of Columbia

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74 reviews

16 attraction reviews

Reviews in 35 cities

14 helpful votes

“Great airline service!”

Reviewed 11 June 2013

Used these guys for a round trip to Victoria for the day. Not only quick and efficient way to get to/from Victoria, the staff and pilots were excellent. Views were excellent, take off and landings a lot of fun (and I'm also a seaplane pilot). Try to get the front right seat next to the pilot, and experience the flight... More

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Dear iDogbert, Thanks for including us in your travel plans and for your wonderful comment about our crew and service! We look forward to welcoming you on board soon! CAROLE STURM CUSTOMER CARE COORDINATOR HARBOUR AIR SEAPLANES | WESTCOAST AIR | WHISTLER AIR More

Retired_60plus

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41 reviews

4 attraction reviews

Reviews in 23 cities

13 helpful votes

“A Fantastic Experience and a Must Do”

Reviewed 8 June 2013

On our last visit to Vancouver we took the bus and ferry to Victoria, on Vancouver Island. The trip was enjoyable but took 4 hours, so we said if ever we visited Vancouver and Victoria again we would take the 35 minute sea plane. Our hotels in both cities overlooked the harbours. It cost a bit more than the coach... More

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Dear Retired_60plus, Thank you very much for sharing your experience and for recommending our service. It looks like you had an amazing time on our flight and in Vancouver and BC’s Capital City! We look forward to welcoming you again soon for more adventures! CAROLE STURM CUSTOMER CARE COORDINATOR HARBOUR AIR SEAPLANES | WESTCOAST AIR | WHISTLER AIR More

DrAndySmith

Senior Reviewer

7 reviews

Reviews in 5 cities

3 helpful votes

“Cheshire Cat Grin!”

Reviewed 6 June 2013

Took the 30 minute flight around the harbour, take off up and over Lions Gate Bridge and up to Horseshoe Bay, then back through English Bay and back into the harbour. Great views, and an experience. Had the pleasure of accompanying the pilot up front, and the view from the co pilots seat was spectacular. Rest of the family very... More

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Dear DrAndySmith, You have earned your bragging rights by scoring the best seat in the house (or aircraft should I say)! Thank you very much for your feedback. I am delighted you and your family enjoyed the experience. We look forward to welcoming you all again soon! CAROLE STURM CUSTOMER CARE COORDINATOR HARBOUR AIR SEAPLANES | WESTCOAST AIR | WHISTLER... More

hoby1kanobee

chicago

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11 reviews

3 attraction reviews

Reviews in 10 cities

5 helpful votes

“Panoramic view of Vancouver”

Reviewed 5 June 2013

Liked the concept and thrill of going up in a water plane. We took the 20 min tour which is a 30 min flight. I think the 10 min tour would have sufficed. Didn't like that there was no conversation between pilot and audience. We were only given a brief overview before flying but never told, "hey, look to your... More

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Dear hobey1kanobee , Thank you for your review. Due to the high traffic and busy radio channels, it is challenging for pilots to offer a commentary. As a result, Harbour Air provides a map of Vancouver and its major landmarks for our guests to spot. We are also in the process of launching a new audio guide system for the... More

DaveCardiff_UK

Auckland Region, New Zealand

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108 reviews

30 attraction reviews

Reviews in 49 cities

39 helpful votes

“Great way to get a taste of the BC scenery”

Reviewed 4 June 2013

We took the 20 minute scenic flight and it was a great taster of Vancouver and the surrounding mountains. You don't get to go very far but worth it all the same. Try to get a window seat for good pictures.

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Dear DaveCardiff_UK , I am happy to hear that you enjoyed your Vancouver Panorama Classic tour. Thank you for your 4-star review, we definitely appreciate it, and look forward to welcoming you back soon! CAROLE STURM CUSTOMER CARE COORDINATOR HARBOUR AIR SEAPLANES | WESTCOAST AIR | WHISTLER AIR More

rcmntm

Hampton, Virginia

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20 reviews

4 attraction reviews

Reviews in 10 cities

29 helpful votes

“Floatplane to Victoria”

Reviewed 31 May 2013

Our concierge at the Fairmont Waterfront (Katie) suggested the floatplane as a way to travel to Victoria from Vancouver for the day. We were going specifically to see the Butchart Gardens and this was all included in the cost. It was twice the cost of the ferry, but took much less time, and, oh, the views were fantastic. Fortunately for... More

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Dear rcmntm , Thank you very much for choosing Harbour Air for your day trip to Victoria and for taking the time to share your experience. We hope you had a great vacation, and look forward to welcoming you back soon! CAROLE STURM CUSTOMER CARE COORDINATOR HARBOUR AIR SEAPLANES | WESTCOAST AIR | WHISTLER AIR More

324NorfolkEngland

Norfolk England

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50 reviews

25 attraction reviews

Reviews in 16 cities

27 helpful votes

“Great experience”

Reviewed 30 May 2013

I pre booked this trip as part of a fly drive package. An excellent way to view Vancouver & some of the small islands. A great photo/video opportunity. Staff were very pleasant & we were given complimentary tea/coffee & cake on check in.

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Dear 324NorfolkEngland , It is fantastic to hear that you enjoyed your packaged tour with us. Your feedback regarding our service and employees are much appreciated. We look forward to welcoming you back soon! CAROLE STURM CUSTOMER CARE COORDINATOR HARBOUR AIR SEAPLANES | WESTCOAST AIR | WHISTLER AIR More