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Beyond the Skyline: Experience Vancouver’s Majesty by Helicopter

Beyond the Skyline Experience Vancouver's Majesty by Helicopter

Taking your special occasion to new heights? Our helicopter tours in Vancouver are your VIP passes to cloud nine!

Whether you’re planning a romantic date, a bro-cation, or a grand proposal, we’ve got you covered with champagne, roses, and yes, even beer. Well because, why not add a little extra flair to your adventure in the sky? 

So whether you’re popping the question or just looking to unwind, our curated list of helicopter tours has something for everyone. Let’s make memories that soar!

Garibaldi Provincial Park Heli Tour

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Website: https://www.compasshelitours.com/

Location: 1255 Townline Rd, Unit 102, Abbotsford, BC, V2T6E1

Contact number: 778-242-1145

Capacity: Private group of 1-5 guests (max. group weight 1,000 lbs)

Duration: 90 minutes

Cost: $4,350

Are you ready for the ultimate high-flying adventure in Garibaldi Provincial Park? Let’s strap in (for safety’s sake) as you go on a wild aerial journey over BC’s most stunning glacial landscapes with Sky Helicopters. 

With rugged mountains, lush alpine, and snow-capped peaks galore, this is one ride you won’t want to miss!

We’re talking eight spectacular glaciers, each with its own unique flair. Just keep in mind that during winter, those beauties might be hiding under a thick blanket of snow, so plan accordingly.

Your ticket to thrill includes a 90-minute round-trip flight in their trusty Astar Helicopter, with room for up to five passengers. You’ll be off to the skies faster than you can say “Affirmative!”

Pro Tip:
Don’t forget to bundle up! Mountain temps can be way chillier than the city, so grab your jacket and maybe throw in some extra layers, just in case.

Backcountry Heli-Proposal

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Website: https://skyhelicopters.ca/

Location: 455 W Waterfront Rd, Vancouver, BC V6B 5E8, Canada

Contact number: 604-239-0760

Hours: Open daily from 9 AM–4:30 PM

Capacity: Private group of 1-5 guests (max. group weight 1,000 lbs)

Duration: 

  • SKY Hangar Departure is a 30-minute flight with a 30-minute landing
  • Vancouver Harbour Departure is a 50-minute flight with a 30-minute landing
  • 30-minute backcountry mountain landing (weather permitting)

Cost:

  • SKY Hangar at $589 per person
  • Vancouver Heliport: $799 per person (+$200 landing fee per flight)
  • SKY Photographer Upgrade with SKY Hangar Departure at +$779 (including seat and 50 edited images)
  • SKY Photographer Upgrade with Vancouver Heliport Departure at +$1179 (including seat and 50 edited images)

Lovebirds, get ready for the ultimate romantic adventure! Your journey kicks off at SKY Hangar or the Vancouver Harbour Heliport, where you’ll be whisked away toward the majestic Coast Mountains. 

Be prepared to be wowed as you soar over breathtaking peaks, catching glimpses of cascading waterfalls, serene alpine lakes, and pristine wilderness.

But here’s where the magic really happens. Your helicopter will touch down in a remote backcountry location, giving you the chance to step out and soak in the stunning scenery. 

Here, you can stroll hand in hand along a mountain peak or the tranquil shore of a secluded alpine lake or river. It’s the perfect setting to pop the big question.

As you make your way back to the helicopter, your pilot will have a bottle of champagne waiting to toast your engagement. Talk about a picture-perfect moment! 

Pro Tip:
You’ll also receive SKY’s Signature Romance Gift Box, complete with branded champagne flutes to commemorate the occasion.

Private Champagne Flight

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Website: https://skyhelicopters.ca/

Location: 455 W Waterfront Rd, Vancouver, BC V6B 5E8, Canada

Contact number: 604-239-0760

Hours: Open daily from 9 AM–4:30 PM

Capacity: Private group of 1-5 guests (max. group weight 1,000 lbs)

Duration:

  • 45-minute total experience
  • 30-minute flight with tour narrative by the pilot

Cost:

  • Private Tour Rate: $469 per person
  • Vancouver Heliport Departure Rate: $749 per person (plus $200 landing fee per flight)

Get ready to soar above Vancouver on the ultimate helicopter adventure! Take your pick: depart from SKY Helicopter’s base in Pitt Meadows or downtown Vancouver’s Heliport. 

Just allow yourself to be whisked away along the Burrard Inlet, treating you to unbeatable views of Simon Fraser University, Deep Cove, and the majestic Indian Arm glacial fjord. And that’s just the warm-up! 

Once you hit Vancouver, get ready to feast your eyes on the iconic North Shore Mountains, Lions Gate Bridge, and the sparkling skyline of downtown. 

Oh, and did we mention you’ll be sipping champagne the whole way? Now that’s what we call living the high life!

Pro Tip:
If you’re staying downtown, they’ve got you covered with their Courtesy Shuttle from all downtown Vancouver hotels at 10 AM daily.

BC Backcountry Helicopter Tour

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Website: https://skyhelicopters.ca/

Location: 455 W Waterfront Rd, Vancouver, BC V6B 5E8, Canada

Contact number: 604-239-0760

Hours: Open daily from 9 AM–4:30 PM

Capacity: Private group of 1-5 guests (max. group weight 1,000 lbs)

Duration:

  • 45-minute total experience
  • 30-minute flight with tour narrative by the pilot

Cost:

  • Public Tour Rate for Regular Adult at $379
  • Public Tour Rate for Child at $299
  • Private Tour Rate at $469 per person

SKY Helicopters offers the ultimate BC backcountry helicopter tour that’s guaranteed to get your heart racing. It’s hands down the best helicopter tour in Vancouver! 

You’ll kick off your adventure at Pitt Meadows before taking to the skies over British Columbia’s jaw-dropping west coast, with its snow-capped mountains, alpine lakes, and cascading waterfalls.

Get ready for the ride of a lifetime as you explore the remote backcountry, mighty rivers, and rocky peaks of BC’s wild Coast Mountains. 

With a customized itinerary tailored to the day’s conditions, your 30-minute flight promises non-stop thrills and breathtaking views.

During your flight, your pilot will treat you to unreal views of Vancouver and the surrounding area, perfect for snapping those Insta-worthy pics! 

And with informative commentary along the way, courtesy of your experienced pilot, you’ll learn all about the environment while soaking in the sights.

Pro Tip:
This tour isn’t just for the thrill-seekers. It’s for the whole family, with space for up to 5 people, including kids over 2 years old.

Backcountry Elopements

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Website: https://skyhelicopters.ca/

Location: 455 W Waterfront Rd, Vancouver, BC V6B 5E8, Canada

Contact number: 604-239-0760

Hours: Open daily from 9 AM–4:30 PM

Capacity: Private group of 1-5 guests (max. group weight 1,000 lbs)

Duration:

  • 30-minute flight

Cost:

  • Diamond Elopement Ceremony at $799 per person with a 30-minute flight with a 1-hour landing in the remote BC backcountry for the ceremony.
    • Access to SKY Hangars’ change room/makeup area for the bride one hour before departure
    • Private helicopter for your group
    • All aviation fees and flight gratuities
  • The Sky Suite at $250 is an add-on for elopement packages.
    • Private 330-square-foot furnished reception suite overlooking the helipad
    • Private powder room and bathroom 
    • 70” flatscreen TV 
    • Sonos sound system
    • Room access for 4 hours
  • The First Look at $1299 is an add-on option to any elopement package.
    • A 2nd private helicopter for your partner to arrive for a first look in the backcountry
    • All aviation fees and gratuity

Are you ready to tie the knot in the most epic way possible? SKY Helicopters is your ultimate matchmaker for your backcountry elopement extravaganza! 

Just imagine you and your sweetheart soaring off to the secluded Coast Mountains of BC for a jaw-dropping ceremony against a breathtaking backdrop. After saying “I do” in style, you can kick things up a notch with an extra 4 hours in their swanky SKY Suite.

Included in this once-in-a-lifetime package is a 30-minute flight followed by an hour-long landing in the remote BC backcountry for your unforgettable ceremony. 

Plus, you’ll get access to SKY Hangars’ change room/makeup area for the bride, a private helicopter for your crew, and all aviation fees and flight gratuities. Hey, they’ve really got your back when it comes to perfect proposals.

You can even add more luxury to your special day with their SKY Suite upgrades. Talk about a moment you’ll cherish forever!

Pro Tip:
SKY has partnered with award-winning wedding planners to ensure every detail of your elopement is nothing short of spectacular. Your amazing journey of exchanging “I do’s” just got off to a flying start!

Private North Shore & Sea To Sky Heli-Tour

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Website: https://skyhelicopters.ca/

Location: 455 W Waterfront Rd, Vancouver, BC V6B 5E8, Canada

Contact number: 604-239-0760

Hours: Open daily from 9 AM–4:30 PM

Capacity: Private group of 1-5 guests (max. group weight 1,000 lbs)

Duration:

  • 30-minute flight

Cost:

  • Private Tour Rate at $699 per person (plus $200 landing fee per flight)

Just hop aboard for a sky-high adventure and get ready to soar above the stunning North Shore and famous Sea to Sky corridor on this private 30-minute heli-tour. 

Departing from Vancouver Harbour, you’ll zoom past the majestic North Shore Mountains, taking in panoramic views of the Salish Sea and Sea to Sky corridor. 

Don’t blink or you might miss iconic sights like Stanley Park, English Bay, Lions Gate Bridge, North Shore Mountains, Bowen Island, and Sea to Sky vistas! 

This tour is a photographer’s dream come true, even if it’s just for your Insta photo feed!

Pro Tip:
Just don’t forget your camera and shades, and grab a light jacket just in case the high-flying breeze gives you a chill.

Golden Ears Provincial Park Tour

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Website: https://www.compasshelitours.com/

Location: 1255 Townline Rd, Unit 102, Abbotsford, BC, V2T6E1

Contact number: 778-242-1145

Capacity: Private group of 1-5 guests (max. group weight 1,000 lbs)

Duration: 

  • 30-45 minutes

Cost:

  • $1,450

An epic adventure awaits you and your crew, up to 5 guests, as you experience the Golden Ears Provincial Park like never before. Strap in for 30-45 minutes of pure aerial bliss as you soak up breathtaking views from above.

Departing from Fort Langley Airport, you’ll soar over Alouette Lake and loop around the iconic Golden Ears peaks – Edge Peak and Blanshard Peak. Then, get ready to dive deeper into the park as you catch sight of Mt. Robie Reid and Mt. Judge Howay.

And if you’re coming from Abbotsford airport (available in summer months only), your adventure kicks off with a scenic journey North to Stave Falls Dam, a historic gem dating back to 1912. 

From there, it’s all about soaking in the jaw-dropping views of Stave Lake and Alouette Lake, with plenty of photo ops as we loop around Mt. Robie Reid and Mt. Judge Howay.

Pro Tip:
Don’t forget to dress for the occasion when you’re heading up to those high-altitude hotspots. We’re talking layers, people, because let’s face it, those mountain temps can be a whole lot chillier than what you’re used to down in the city.

Backcountry Beer Tasting Heli-Tour

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Website: https://skyhelicopters.ca/

Location: 455 W Waterfront Rd, Vancouver, BC V6B 5E8, Canada

Contact number: 604-239-0760

Hours: Open daily from 9 AM–4:30 PM

Capacity: Private group of 1-5 guests (max. group weight 1,000 lbs)

Duration:

  • 30-minute backcountry helicopter flight
  • 30-minute landing in the BC wilderness

Cost:

  • Public Tour price for a regular adult at $469 
  • Public Tour price for a child at $389
  • Private Tour price at $569 per person

Get ready for a beer-lover dream with SKY Helicopters’ Backcountry Beer Tasting adventure! Just get on board for a 30-minute flight to the pristine Coast Mountains, where you’ll soak in views of old-growth forests and stunning mountain landscapes. 

But here’s where the real fun begins: a 30-minute backcountry landing where you’ll get to sample a complimentary selection of unique West Coast Craft beer. Yep, you read that right, it’s like having the best patio in town, but with way better views!

Highlights include jaw-dropping vistas of the Coast Mountains and the chance to touch down in the backcountry for a brew-tiful beer-tasting experience. 

Your beer “flight” includes sampling four unique West Coast craft beer selections from SKY’s featured brewery partners, so get ready to sip and savor like never before. 

And as if that wasn’t enough, your pilot will be there to provide all the insider info and fun facts along the way!

Pro Tip:
Just remember, you have to be 19 years or older to indulge in the hoppy happiness.

Luxury Fly & Drive Experience

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Website: https://skyhelicopters.ca/

Location: 455 W Waterfront Rd, Vancouver, BC V6B 5E8, Canada

Contact number: 604-239-0760

Hours: Open daily from 9 AM–4:30 PM

Capacity: Private group of 1-5 guests (max. group weight 1,000 lbs)

Duration:

  • 24-hour Lamborghini Huracan Rental with 200km Mileage
  • 90-minute Private VIP Coast Mountain Helicopter Adventure

Cost:

  • Starts at $4,995
    • 24-hour rental of Lamborghini Huracan Evo Spyder
    • Includes 200 kilometers
    • Loss Damage Waiver Coverage (with a $10,000 Deductible)
    • 90-minute Coast Mountain Helicopter Adventure for 2 (approx. 30-min flight)
    • Lunch for 2, enjoyed on a backcountry landing
    • Delivery of Lamborghini Huracan to any hotel in Metro Vancouver
    • Access to Helipad at SKY Hangar to park Lamborghini next to the helicopter for exclusive photos

It’s time to rev up your engines for Vancouver’s hottest new adventure: the Luxury Fly & Drive Experience! Presented by SKY Helicopters and Zerosa Luxury Car Rental, this 24-hour thrill ride is guaranteed to get your heart racing.

You kick off your day with a 2022 Lamborghini Huracan Evo Spyder delivered right to your downtown Vancouver hotel. Then, it’s off to the SKY Helicopters Passenger Terminal. 

Here, a Bell 206B Jet Ranger awaits to whisk you away on a VIP Coast Mountain helicopter adventure. But wait, it gets better: you’ll be driving your Lambo right onto the helipad for the ultimate Instagram moment!

Once you’re up in the sky, get ready for some serious jaw-dropping views of the BC Coast Mountain range. Ancient forests, pristine alpine lakes, and snow-capped peaks as far as the eye can see! 

And when hunger strikes, a gourmet picnic lunch for two, courtesy of Blacksmith Bakery, awaits you in the backcountry.

After touching down back at the SKY Helicopters Passenger Terminal, it’s time to hit the town in style, with heads turning as you cruise through Downtown Vancouver in your sleek Lamborghini Huracan. 

Just remember, this package is for summer only, so don’t miss out on the ride of a lifetime!

Pro Tip:
If the Lambo isn’t your speed, don’t sweat it. You can choose from other luxe rides like the Ferrari 488 Spider or the Mercedes-AMG G 63.