Helicopter Tours Vancouver: 30–90 Minutes Over Coast Mountains

Soar over terrain most people never reach on foot

A helicopter tour from Vancouver's SKY Hangar takes you 30 to 90 minutes into the pristine backcountry of the Coast Mountains, where you see temperate rainforest, glacial lakes and remote peaks from the air with a live English guide. Landing and fuel fees are included; you choose the flight length that fits your schedule. Single passengers need a minimum of two purchased seats to depart, and the operator pairs solo travelers with other guests.

Step-by-step itinerary

Helicopter tour over BC wilderness

• Depart from SKY Hangar
• Fly over Coastal Mountain Range
• View temperate rainforest and glacial lakes
• Enjoy panoramic wilderness scenery
• Return to hangar

The Experience

You lift off from the hangar near Vancouver and within minutes leave the city behind for terrain that's mostly inaccessible on the ground. The helicopter climbs over lush valleys, cascading waterfalls and alpine meadows, with the Coastal Mountain Range spreading below you in all directions. The modern aircraft is built for viewing — large windows let you photograph the landscape without obstruction, and the guide narrates what you're seeing as you fly. The duration you choose determines how far into the backcountry you go: a 30-minute flight covers the nearest peaks and lakes, while 90 minutes takes you deeper into the remote wilderness.

Landing and facility fees are built into the price, so there's nothing to add at the hangar. The fuel surcharge is also included. If you're traveling alone, the operator requires a minimum of two purchased seats per flight, which means you'll be paired with another passenger — the team handles the matching. Infants sit on an adult's lap. Public transit gets you to the hangar, and the tour suits any fitness level since you're airborne the whole time.

What’s included

• Landing and facility fees.
• fuel surcharge.
• live English-speaking guide.
• modern helicopter with large windows for viewing and photography.

Good to know

Easy physical levelPublic transport nearbyInfants must sit on laps

Operated by SKY Helicopters Inc

Is this one for you?Pick the 30-minute flight if you want a quick taste of the backcountry without a long time commitment; choose 60 or 90 minutes if you want to venture deeper into the remote peaks and glacial lakes where the wilderness opens up.

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Top questions

How long does the helicopter flight actually take in the air?

The BC Backcountry Heli-Tour offers four options: 30 minutes, 45 minutes, 60 minutes, or 90 minutes. You choose the duration when you book, and that's the flight time you get from takeoff to landing.

What do I see on the helicopter tour from Vancouver?

The tour flies over the Coast Mountains backcountry, showing you temperate rainforest, glacial lakes, alpine meadows, cascading waterfalls and remote peaks. Within minutes of takeoff, you're over wilderness that's mostly unreachable by road or foot.

Do I need to be in good shape to go on this helicopter tour?

The tour is suitable for all physical fitness levels since you're seated in the helicopter the entire time. Infants can fly if they sit on an adult's lap.

What's included in the price of the helicopter tour?

Landing and facility fees and the fuel surcharge are included in the ticket price. Gratuities and GST are not.

Can I book a helicopter tour if I'm traveling alone?

The operator requires a minimum of two purchased seats per flight to depart. If you're a single passenger, you'll be paired with another guest, and the team handles the matching.

Where does the helicopter tour depart from near Vancouver?

The BC Backcountry Heli-Tour departs from SKY Hangar, which is near Vancouver with public transportation options available nearby.