Elevate your day trip to Victoria with an unforgettable adventure that won’t break the bank. Start your journey with a breathtaking seaplane flight from Vancouver to Victoria, offering panoramic views of the stunning coastline and shimmering waters below. With just 14 seats on the seaplane, you’re guaranteed an intimate and personal experience. Upon arrival, dive into a day of exploration and relaxation in Victoria's charming streets, historic sites, and lush gardens. At 3:45pm, when it’s time to head back, enjoy a relaxing and comfortable ride on the BCF connector, combining a smooth bus journey a scenic ferry crossing. Total trip time from Victoria to Vancouver takes 3.5 to 4 hours; including 1.5 hour ferry crossing. Discover the perfect blend of excitement and ease on this memorable getaway!
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Barbara_B, 10/18/2025 1:03:28 PM
Fantastic trip! The seaplane across to Victoria was amazing and meant we could make the most of our time there. There's not a lot to do in Victoria itself - plenty of shops but the museums are small and some were closed when we went. However, the architecture and history is interesting. Came back by coach/ferry so a trip through the islands with the setting sun. Everything was well planned, communication was good and I'd certainly recommend this trip to catch a flavour of Victoria if you don't have a lot of time to spend on the island.
MICHAEL_G, 10/13/2025 11:36:10 PM
The plane ride and ferry were awesome! Victoria you can hit the highlights pretty quick and well I got bored waiting for the bus ride back. The bus ride is 50 minutes to the ferry, the bus goes on the ferry than it’s another hour + to get back to fairmont in Vancouver. Would have liked a more direct route back.
David_C, 9/17/2025 9:20:00 AM
It was quite a long day but thoroughly enjoyed it. Loved the seaplan ride with Harbour Air. They were all very friendly and helpful. Victoria is a beautiful place. Lots to see and do. Plenty of bars, cafes and restaurants. We enjoyed the hop on and off bus trip. The ferry ride back was lovely with some stunning scenery passing all those islands and islets.
Dena_V, 9/13/2025 9:51:35 PM
It was our first time doing a tour like this and it was very organzied and all the staff were very friendly
Birminghaml_mark, 8/24/2025 3:11:20 PM
Your of two halves. Floatplane is an amazing experience. Travelled on a twin otter which was over 60 years old! Seat configuration was 1-2 but very cramped. I am 6 feet tall and my knees were pushed hard into the seat in front but with a flight time of around 30 minutes, it was doable. Taking off from Vancouver harbour is unbelievable. Arrived in Victoria 35 minutes later. Spent around 5 hours in Victoria before catching the coach from the transit office to Swartz Bay. Boarded the ferry with the coach. Around 90 minutes on the ferry to Twassen. Coach then drives to Vancouver with multiple stops en route. You certainly get a free tour of Vancouver if you’re one of the later stops. Highly recommended
Diane_S, 7/25/2025 3:28:55 PM
So much fun! Seaplane was a first for us, fantastic. Victoria Island is beautiful. Lots to see and do. Ferry ride back to Vancouver was great! Lots of food and shops and of course water.
Robert_M, 7/21/2025 12:43:26 PM
Beautiful day perfect flight stunning views. However our pilot provided no info on anything we (all tourists) were seeing. He had a young woman seated next to him and he only provided info to her (both had headphones). Disappointed
P6910ABgregm, 7/9/2025 10:21:58 PM
A great experience. The best way to enjoy the views of British Columbia from the air and see the amazing islands and the city views. The flight was comfortable and we felt confident in the plane and the crew. Victoria is an amazing town and we enjoyed strolling through China Town the Old Markets and Fisherman's Wharf. The bus was on time and the ferry ride back gave us a close up view of the islands. Worth the money!!!
alanbennett_1947, 6/23/2025 8:42:03 AM
for our 50th wedding anniversary we booked this trip.. utterly brilliant flight with jd the pilot while i enjoyed the hour flight from the co pilot seat. whilst harbour flew us the trip allowed us 6 hours free time around Victoria followed by a 1 hour coach trip to the roll on / off ferry and an hour back to our hotel by Canada plave. Have to say all at Harbour friendly chatty and interested in you. great experience to fly on a sea plane. too so smooth take off and landing.
Alan_B, 5/28/2025 1:06:04 PM
40 minute smooth flight on a seaplane, Great breakfast at John's place on Pandora.walk along the seafront to fisherman's wharf. Pleasant coach trip to ferry and back to hotel. Lovely cruise for an hour or so over. Worth every dollar.
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- 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
- Baggage allowance: 25 lbs. Guaranteed. Additional standby baggage is space available with a charge. Baggage weight allowance includes all baggage, including purses.
- 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.
- 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.
- If travelling with children, please be aware that the child fare applies to children aged 2-11 at the time of departure.
Departure point
Vancouver Harbour Flight Centre Unit #1 - 1055 Canada Place, Vancouver, BC, V6C 0C3 The seaplane terminal is located at Burrard Landing in Coal Harbour. Paid parking is available at 1095 W Waterfront Rd, Vancouver, BC. Check-in for your flight 40 minutes ahead of the scheduled departure.Return details
Elevate your day trip to Victoria with an unforgettable adventure that won’t break the bank. Start your journey with a breathtaking seaplane flight from Vancouver to Victoria, offering panoramic views of the stunning coastline and shimmering waters below. With just 14 seats on the seaplane, you’re guaranteed an intimate and personal experience. Upon arrival, dive into a day of exploration and relaxation in Victoria's charming streets, historic sites, and lush gardens. At 3:45pm, when it’s time to head back, enjoy a relaxing and comfortable ride on the BCF connector, combining a smooth bus journey a scenic ferry crossing. Total trip time from Victoria to Vancouver takes 3.5 to 4 hours; including 1.5 hour ferry crossing. Discover the perfect blend of excitement and ease on this memorable getaway!Redemption
• Reconfirm your departure time by emailing toursupplier@harbourair.com • Check-in for your flight 40 minutes ahead of the scheduled departure, with your government issued photo I.D. • Check-in cut off is 20 minutes prior to departure time. If not checked-in, seat will be forfeited and subject to 100% non-refundable No Show Fee. • All travelers over the age of 18 must bring a valid photo ID.24 hours before travel date - 100% refund
Less than 24 hours before travel date - 0% refund













