Seaplane Adventure: Orca Watching in Haro Strait

Experience an eco-friendly seaplane flight from Vancouver to Victoria for a thrilling whale-watching adventure. Spot orcas, sea lions, and seals on a 3-hour cruise through Haro Strait.

Duration: 8 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Harbour Air Seaplanes - Start your adventure with an easy check-in at the Vancouver Harbour Flight Centre, conveniently located in downtown. Please arrive at least 40 minutes before your flight. Board your seaplane for a picturesque 35-minute journey over the Georgia Strait. This flight is not just a means of travel—it offers a mesmerizing aerial…
What's Included
  • Roundtrip scenic seaplane flight from Vancouver to Victoria
  • Whale-watching cruise
  • Taxes and sustainability fees
What's Not Included
  • Gratuities
  • Food and beverages
  • Hotel pickup and drop off
Additional Information

Embark on a 35-minute seaplane journey from Vancouver to Victoria, followed by a whale-watching expedition in Haro Strait. Our transport is the greenest way to travel between Vancouver and the mainland, including a carbon offset charge. When you reach Victoria, commence a thrilling three-hour cruise through Haro Strait, the natural habitat of killer…

Location
Harbour Air Seaplanes
Canada Place
Vancouver Harbour Flight Centre Unit #1 - 1055 Canada Place, Vancouver, BC, V6C 0C3 The seaplane terminal is located at Burrard Landing in Coal Harbour. Parking is available at 1095 W Waterfront Rd, Vancouver, BC. Check-in for your flight 40 minutes ahead of the scheduled departure.
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Richvinrootjr
Oct 3, 2025
Great Vancouver Experience - Great experience. Highlight of trip. Would highly recommend to anybody in Vancouver. I will do this again. All around great experience.
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Dawn_c
Sep 6, 2025
Awesome tour guide! - This tour was amazing. The coordination between the airline and the boats was seamless. The guide, Shannon, was excellent. We had some fog here and there and she never blinked. She knows the waters. She explained everything si completely and clearly. She was in communication with other guides so we did not miss the pod of orcas passing through. Can't say enough about her. Also the tour company was so helpful. I had an issue with my husband health and reached out. Regina immediately got back to me and her assistance was invaluable to us. We highly recommend this tour company.
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John_m
Sep 3, 2025
Over the top - Josh, our captain/ guide, is extremely knowledgeable and upfront about what you may or may not see. We were thrilled not only with the orcas & humpbacks we saw, but sea lions, harbor seals, ravens, brown pelicans, blue herons- we saw it all. And learned quite a bit about not only these animals, but the entire area and animals we didn’t see. All that plus an exciting ride across the open water in a Zodiac. Definitely a must do if you’re in Victoria
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Ricard_g
Aug 17, 2025
Amazing experience. - One of the best experiences of my whole life!! The trip from Vancouver to Victoria with the seaplane was awesome!! And the whales watching with Shanon was incredible. We could see humb whales around, and we enjoyed the experience very much. I recomend it to everybody!!!!! Thank you!
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Natalie_h
Jul 24, 2025
Fun Day Out! - The Seaplane experience was really good. Harbour Air provided detailed info on when to depart and arrive and where to go for the whale excursion. It was very organised. The whale excursion was fun, we did see a whale and seals which is good but the sea was not great that day but that is not the the fault of the operator, as you can’t control the weather/sea. The crew were helpful and provided information on the marine animals as well as some photos. Would recommend
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Sandra_h
Jul 23, 2025
Sea plane and whale watching. - The sea plane was amazing and a trip I will always remember.The whale watching on Orca Spirit was an experience to be remembered to. Well worth it.
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559kerryf
Jun 20, 2025
Incredible day! - Such a wonderful experience. The views from the seaplane were incredible. Got to see humpback whales from the covered boat. Incredible staff on the boat who put me at ease as I was worried about getting seasick. Had no problems though. Unforgettable trip. Definitely a must do.
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Emily_w
Sep 23, 2024
Amazing experience, highly recommend! - We (myself and my husband) had an incredible time on this trip with Orca. Our guide Liam was really informative and helpful, adding in little hints and tips. The powerboat itself is worthwhile but then to see Humpbacks, Seals, Sea Lions and Ollie the otter - just incredible. Sadly no Orcas/Killers but just the luck of the draw on the day!
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Paul_s
Aug 12, 2025
Seaplane and orcas - Bring sunscreen. The sea plane trip out and back was exciting. The inflatable zodiac boat trip was enjoyable and our skipper knowledgeable. We saw a number of orcas with calves close by, and a couple of humpback whales a fair distance away.
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Lauren_b
Jul 31, 2025
Seaplanes and Whales! - Prior communication to flight very good and well organised! The dock to get the zodiac boat was right beside where we landed. Luke our guide knew his stuff! Seen some orcas and seals!
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