Best of · VANCOUVER HELICOPTER TOURS

Top 11 Vancouver Helicopter Tours

11 flights  ·  from $305 a seat

Four-seat aircraft and one weather window a day mean the good vancouver helicopter tours go early. Below: the 11 to book ahead, what each includes and how they differ.

Vancouver: Coastal Mountain Landing Helicopter Tour - Widgeon Lake, cliffs, and a falling waterfall
Canada Helicopter Tours, Coastal Helicopter Tours in Canada, Helicopter Tours, Island & Coastal Helicopter Tours, Mountain & Alpine Helicopter Flights, Mountain Helicopter Flights in Canada, Tour Reviews, Tours, Vancouver Helicopter Tours

Vancouver: Coastal Mountain Landing Helicopter Tour

1.Vancouver: Coastal Mountain Landing Helicopter Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 22 reviews · 45 - 75 minutes · from $361Our pick

Take a small-group helicopter flight from Pitt Meadows to the Coast Mountains, with about 30 minutes in the air and a 15-minute wilderness landing. Your English-speaking pilot points out Pitt Lake, waterfalls, old-growth forest, alpine scenery, and Vancouver views. Kyle and Daniel are among the praised pilots.

“I've taken helicopter tours three times from other places, and this one was the best. I was impressed with all the staff, the view was beautiful every second of the flight.”

Check availability →Read our full review

Vancouver: BC Backcountry Helicopter Tour - A Small Helicopter Group Makes a Difference
Canada Helicopter Tours, Helicopter Tours, Tour Reviews, Tours, Vancouver Helicopter Tours

Vancouver: BC Backcountry Helicopter Tour

2.Vancouver: BC Backcountry Helicopter Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 15 reviews · 30 - 90 minutes · from $305Best value

Join SKY Helicopters for a 30, 45, 60, or 90-minute flight over British Columbia’s backcountry. Your English-speaking pilot shares commentary while you view Coast Mountains, waterfalls, alpine lakes, rivers, and snow-covered peaks. Flights hold up to five people and adjust to daily conditions.

“This expierence was so amazing! The scenery is so stunning and beautiful! Highly recommend!”

Check availability →Read our full review

Canada Helicopter Tours, Helicopter Tours, Tour Reviews, Tours, Vancouver Helicopter Tours

Victoria Excursion from Vancouver by Helicopter and Sea Plane

3.Victoria Excursion from Vancouver by Helicopter and Sea Plane

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 13 reviews · from $615

Travel from your Vancouver accommodation to Victoria by helicopter, then return by seaplane. You get lounge access, light snacks, city information, a map, and about six hours to explore independently. Driver Alex has been especially helpful with local tips, though weather can disrupt flights.

“Perfect service - from the moment of the booking. Received all necessary information in time. So well organised. Very friendly driver Alex who picked me up on time and gave me the details for the trip in writing including citymap and voucher for the return. Would definately book this tour again. Ideal for independant travels”

Check availability →Read our full review

Backcountry Beer Tasting Heli-Tour & Landing (Depart SKY Hangar) - The backcountry landing is the main event
Canada Helicopter Tours, Drinking Tours, Food & Drink, Helicopter Tours, Tour Reviews, Tours, Vancouver Helicopter Tours

Backcountry Beer Tasting Heli-Tour & Landing (Depart SKY Hangar)

4.Backcountry Beer Tasting Heli-Tour & Landing (Depart SKY Hangar)

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 9 reviews · 1 hour (approx.) · from $385

Take a one-hour helicopter flight from Pitt Meadows into Vancouver’s remote Coast Mountains. Your pilot may be Roger, Kyle, Evert, or another SKY guide. Land at a changing backcountry site, enjoy a craft beer flight, and return to the hangar.

“This is my second time flying with Sky the experience was again breathtaking”

Check availability →Read our full review

Vancouver: Backcountry Helicopter Tours with Hotel Pickup - From your Vancouver hotel to SKY Hangar
Canada Helicopter Tours, Helicopter Tours, Tour Reviews, Tours, Vancouver Helicopter Tours

Vancouver: Backcountry Helicopter Tours with Hotel Pickup

5.Vancouver: Backcountry Helicopter Tours with Hotel Pickup

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 9 reviews · 30 - 45 minutes · from $305

Travel by luxury van from Downtown Vancouver or your cruise terminal to SKY Hangar in Pitt Meadows, then fly over BC’s coast mountains, forests, rivers, waterfalls, and alpine lakes. Choose a 30, 45, or 60-minute flight, with a small group of up to five people and commentary from your pilot.

“This was a once in a lifetime experience. I surprised my wife with the BC Backcountry tour (with our two young daughters, ages 4 and 7). We were unable to fly on our scheduled day due to weather conditions, but everyone at Sky was extremely accommodating. Our flight was magical and we even got to land at Widgeon Lake up in the mountains for some rock throwing for the girls! Would highly recommend and we can’t wait to visit again and fly with Sky!”

Check availability →Read our full review

Helicopter Tour of Vancouver City (Depart SKY Hangar) - The SKY Shuttle ride toward the Fraser Valley
Canada Helicopter Tours, Helicopter Tours, Tour Reviews, Tours, Vancouver Helicopter Tours

Helicopter Tour of Vancouver City (Depart SKY Hangar)

6.Helicopter Tour of Vancouver City (Depart SKY Hangar)

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 8 reviews · 30 minutes (approx.) · from $311

Take SKY Helicopters’ 30-minute Vancouver city flight from Pitt Meadows. A SKY Shuttle ride introduces you to Vancouver and the Fraser Valley before your helicopter passes Stanley Park, Lions Gate Bridge, Burrard Inlet, False Creek, Granville Island, downtown beaches, and the North Shore Mountains. Pilot Steve has been praised for clear landmark commentary.

“Very informative pilot and a great sight seeing tour. Even with low lying clouds and rain we saw some great scenery.”

Check availability →Read our full review

Coast Mountain Landing Helicopter Tours (Depart SKY Hangar) - What the pilots add to the experience
Canada Helicopter Tours, Coastal Helicopter Tours in Canada, Helicopter Tours, Island & Coastal Helicopter Tours, Mountain & Alpine Helicopter Flights, Mountain Helicopter Flights in Canada, Tour Reviews, Tours, Vancouver Helicopter Tours

Coast Mountain Landing Helicopter Tours (Depart SKY Hangar)

7.Coast Mountain Landing Helicopter Tours (Depart SKY Hangar)

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 6 reviews · 45 minutes (approx.) · from $368

Take a 45-minute helicopter flight from SKY Hangar in Pitt Meadows into Vancouver’s Coast Mountains. Your pilot, possibly Kyle, Daniel, Kelly, Stephanie, or Evert, chooses the landing area based on conditions. Expect alpine lakes, rainforest, mountain views, and a 15-minute backcountry stop.

“We're so glad we opted for the longer flight! Our pilot, Kelly, showed us beautiful landscapes, mountains, lakes, rivers, and more. The flight was delightful! We made one stop near the end of our flight, giving us a chance to just stand and look around. We highly recommend the whole experience!”

Check availability →Read our full review

Pre/Post Cruise Helicopter Vancouver City Tour with Hotel Pickup - Lions Gate Bridge and the gateway to Stanley Park
Canada Helicopter Tours, City Skyline Helicopter Tours, Cruises & Boat Tours, Helicopter Tours, Tour Reviews, Tours, Vancouver Helicopter Tours

Pre/Post Cruise Helicopter Vancouver City Tour with Hotel Pickup

8.Pre/Post Cruise Helicopter Vancouver City Tour with Hotel Pickup

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 4 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $312

Travel from downtown Vancouver to Pitt Meadows by SKY Shuttle, then see the city from above on a helicopter flight. Your route includes Stanley Park, Lions Gate Bridge, Burrard Inlet, False Creek, Granville Island, beaches, and the Coast Mountains, with hotel pickup and luggage handling included.

“A truly memorable experience, friendly staffs and a beautiful view of the city. Pick up and drop off rides were pretty punctual.”

Check availability →Read our full review

Vancouver: Helicopter Tour with Backcountry Beer Tasting - From the meeting point to the Coast Mountains
Canada Helicopter Tours, Drinking Tours, Food & Drink, Helicopter Tours, Tour Reviews, Tours, Vancouver Helicopter Tours

Vancouver: Helicopter Tour with Backcountry Beer Tasting

9.Vancouver: Helicopter Tour with Backcountry Beer Tasting

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 3 reviews

Join SKY Helicopters for a 60-minute Coast Mountains adventure with a 30-minute narrated flight and a remote backcountry landing. You’ll see old-growth forests, alpine lakes, and snow-capped peaks before tasting four West Coast craft beers. Pilot Stephanie has earned special praise for her care and effort.

“Company and pilot Stephanie worked hard to give us a great wilderness experience”

Check availability →Read our full review

BC Backcountry Helicopter Tours (Depart SKY Hangar) - What changes on a 60-minute backcountry flight
Canada Helicopter Tours, Helicopter Tours, Tour Reviews, Tours, Vancouver Helicopter Tours

BC Backcountry Helicopter Tours (Depart SKY Hangar)

10.BC Backcountry Helicopter Tours (Depart SKY Hangar)

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 2 reviews · 30 minutes to 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.) · from $312

Fly from Pitt Meadows into Vancouver’s Coast Mountains for 30 to 90 minutes of rainforest, glacial lakes, and remote mountain scenery. Pilots Daniel and Kyle add local insight, while the small group size keeps the flight personal. Fuel and landing fees are included, but GST is extra.

“This was our first helitour and it was absolutely breathtaking. The sky was clear, the water was glistening and the trees were lush! Our pilot, Daniel, was so knowledgeable of the area and really lead us through our tour. The helicopter was clean, we had a safety walk thru, and had the chance have our questions asked and answered. From the moment we arrived at the hanger the staff were cheerful, helpful and fun (another shout out to Chelsey for her impact on our day). Thank you for helping create lasting memories.”

Check availability →Read our full review

Pre/Post Cruise Helicopter BC Backcountry Tours with Hotel Pickup - A Pilot-Narrated Flight With a Small Maximum Group
Canada Helicopter Tours, Cruises & Boat Tours, Helicopter Tours, Tour Reviews, Tours, Vancouver Helicopter Tours

Pre/Post Cruise Helicopter BC Backcountry Tours with Hotel Pickup

11.Pre/Post Cruise Helicopter BC Backcountry Tours with Hotel Pickup

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 2 reviews · 2 to 3 hours (approx.) · from $312

Fly from Pitt Meadows into the remote Coast Mountains with SKY Helicopters Inc. Your 2 to 3 hour outing includes downtown Vancouver hotel pickup, luggage handling, fuel, and landing fees. Expect pilot narration, temperate rainforest, glacial lakes, and a small group of up to 10 people.

“From beginning to end Sky helicopters was wonderful to work with. Our pilot was so nice and very knowledgeable and gave a great narrative while also making us feel safe. The views were both incredible and memorable. We would 100% do this tour again.”

Check availability →Read our full review

Keep browsing

Helicopter Tours1029Scenic Helicopter Flights105Grand Canyon Helicopter Tours59Glacier & Snow Landing Flights95Island & Coastal Helicopter Tours119City Skyline Helicopter Tours63
Scroll to Top

Pick a flight

By what you want moving underneath the aircraft.

Over rock

Grand CanyonAlpine FlightsSnow LandingsEverestAlaska

Over water

Island & CoastalWaterfallsNiagara FallsKauaiCape Town

Over cities

City SkylinesManhattanLas VegasDubaiToronto

The extras

Doors OffChampagne FlightsHeli-HikesTransfersScenic Flights