About this 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 touching down in Victoria’s historic Inner Harbour.
At a glance
- Duration: 30 min
Plan your experience
Set aside 30 min for the experience itself, with additional time to reach your meeting or pickup point.
Compare the available options before choosing: their itinerary, inclusions and pickup arrangements can differ. Check the price for your date and whole group.
Before you go
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
What is included
- The 30-minute experience covers boarding, take-off, your scenic flight, landing, and disembarking.
- Complimentary luggage storage at the Harbour Air Victoria terminal during your flight
- Aerial views of the Saanich Peninsula & the lush countryside of Vancouver Island
- Scenic flight over Victoria's Inner Harbour, the Strait of Juan de Fuca, and the Olympic Mountains
- Sustainability fee and Goods and Services Tax
- Complimentary Digital Tour Guide App — available for download
Not included
- Gratuities for flight crew
- Hotel pickup and drop off
- Food and drinks
- Travel insurance
- Headphones for the Digital Tour Guide App narration (please bring your own)
Itinerary and highlights
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.
Fly over the shimmering waters of Elk Lake, a popular spot for rowing and outdoor recreation, framed by lush forest and rural charm.
Catch a glimpse of Mount Douglas and its expansive views stretching across the Saanich Peninsula—a local favorite for hiking and scenic overlooks.
Soar above the deep, fjord-like inlet of Finlayson Arm, nestled between forested hills and dramatic cliffs—a hidden gem of southern Vancouver Island.
Enjoy a sweeping view of Saanich Inlet, with its calm, reflective waters and rich marine ecosystems, bordered by the rolling terrain of the peninsula.
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.
Meeting and pickup information
- 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.
Languages and tickets
- Mobile Only
Tour operator
- Harbour Air Ltd
Meeting points and locations
Accessibility and practical details
- 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
- 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.
- Children are welcome on this flight, making it a perfect introduction to flying and an inspiring experience for future pilots in training.
- If travelling with children, please be aware that the child fare applies to children aged 2-11 at the time of departure.
- A mobility assistance device, such as a wheelchair or cane, may be used by a passenger to get from the terminal to the aircraft, however, passengers must have the ability to walk on and off the aircraft with minimal or no assistance.
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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