Harbour Air Seaplanes Tour Brouchure 2009 - Vancouver

• flightseeing adventures • private charters• scenic tours • additional activities

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SEAPLANE TOURSVANCOUVER DEPARTURES 2009

In 1982, with two small seaplanes and a plan to service British Columbia’s forest industry, Harbour Air Ltd was founded. With growing success, Harbour Air expanded to provide scheduled services between Vancouver, the Gulf Islands, and Vancouver Island.

Today, with over 30 aircraft, Harbour Air has become the largest all-seaplane company in the world. Our services include regularly scheduled flights that connect Vancouver, Victoria, Nanaimo, Richmond, Langley and the Gulf Islands. We offer a wide range of flightseeing tours that will take you from the high towering peaks of the Olympic Mountains to the incredibly rugged shorelines of Vancouver Island. Private charters are also available to take you to anywhere you want to go in spectacular British Columbia.

Our commitment to service, comfort, and safety is our number one priority. With your support, Harbour Air Seaplanes continues to grow and we appreciate your business.

Welcome aboard!

Greg McDougall Chief Executive Officer

WELCOME ABOARD

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DeHavilland DHC-3 Turbine Single Otter

Number in Fleet 18Passenger Seats 14

DeHavilland DHC-2 Beaver


Cessna 172 / 185


TOUR 1A VANCOUVER PANORAMA 3

TOUR 1B VANCOUVER EXTENDED PANORAMA

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TOUR 2 THE MAIL RUN 4

TOUR 3 FJORDS & RESORT VILLAGES 4

TOUR 4 ALPINE LAKES & GLACIERS 5

TOUR 5 WORLD’S BEST SPORTFISHING 5

TOUR 6A FLY ’N DINE TO HORSESHOE BAY

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TOUR 6B TASTE OF THE WEST COAST 7

TOUR 7 ORCA WHALES PHOTO SAFARI 7

TOUR 8 VICTORIA OVERNIGHT 8

TOUR 9 VICTORIA FLY ’N DRIVE 8

TOUR 10 VICTORIA DAY TRIP 9

MORE TO ENJOY IN VICTORIA 10

ROUTE MAP 11

LOCATIONS 12

OTHER FLIGHT SERVICES 13

TABLE OF CONTENTS

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VANCOUVER DEPARTURES

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ON ANY TOUR, PASSENGERS MAY BE COMBINED WITH OTHERS ON SAME TRIP

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TOUR 1A VANCOUVER PANORAMA

Our most popular tour of the North Shore mountains. This ideal introduction to seaplane aviation departs from downtown Vancouver’s bustling Coal Harbour and includes a complete aerial view of the city, including the spectacular new Olympic venues, just in time for 2010. The exhilarating spray of the water is always a highlight during take-off and landing.

• Daily, operating year-round • 30 minutes with a 20-minute flight

TOUR 1B VANCOUVER EXTENDED PANORAMA

Discover even more of the majestic mountains and expansive coastline that surround breathtaking Vancouver.

This extended version of the Vancouver Panorama tour offers the same sights before following the coast further north towards Whistler, then looping back down over the Islands and exploring the incredible Sunshine Coast.

Experience why British Columbia is known as ‘The Best Place on Earth.’

• Daily, operating year-round • 45 minutes with a 35-minute flight

$99 PER PERSON

$139 PER PERSON

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CHILD FARES AVAILABLE ON MOST TOURS – JUST ASK!

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TOUR 2 THE MAIL RUN

See how people live on Canada’s West Coast! Ride along with the locals on our scheduled service flights from Vancouver Harbour to the quaint villages of the Gulf Islands. This exciting trip is different each time, depending on the day’s pick-up stops.

• Daily, operating year-round

$185 PER PERSON

$289 PER PERSON

TOUR 3 FJORDS & RESORT VILLAGES

Depart Vancouver Harbour and explore the rugged Fjordland and picturesque villages of the Sunshine Coast, north of Vancouver.

In summer, enjoy a short touch-down at the spectacular West Coast Wilderness Lodge where you will indulge in a bit of BC Cuisine, with smoked salmon and BC wine. The rest of the year, enjoy an extended sightseeing flight.

• Daily, operating year-round • November – April: 1.5-hour flight • May – October: 1.5 hours with a 1-hour

flight and 30-minute stop at the West Coast Wilderness Lodge

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ON ANY TOUR, PASSENGERS MAY BE COMBINED WITH OTHERS ON SAME TRIP; FISHING LICENSE EXTRA; MINIMUM 2 PERSONS

TOUR 5 WORLD’S BEST SPORTFISHING

Perfect for the sportfishing enthusiast. Depart Vancouver Harbour and fly to Victoria for salmon or halibut fishing in the waters off South Vancouver Island, famous for its abundance of fish.

Enjoy spectacular scenery and the best fishing has to offer.

• Daily, operating year-round• Full day with return flights to Victoria (includes two 35-minute flights, 4-hour fishing trip, bait, tackle & coffee)

TOUR 4 ALPINE LAKES & GLACIERS

Our most spectacular tour departs from Vancouver Harbour and features the hanging glaciers and knife-edged ridges of Mount Mamquam (8,450 feet/2,600 meters), and a landing on our “secret” alpine lake where the air is fresh and the water is crystal clear.

• Daily, operating year-round (subject to weather)

• 1.25 hours with 1-hour flight • May – October: Add 1 hour lakeside with

a delicious picnic lunch for $50 per person

$269 PER PERSON

2 PASSENGERS 3 PASSENGERS 4 PASSENGERS

$449 PER PERSON

$385 PER PERSON

$355 PER PERSON

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$199 PER PERSON

2 PASSENGERS 3 PASSENGERS 4 PASSENGERS

$449 PER PERSON

$385 PER PERSON

$355 PER PERSON

TOUR 6A FLY ‘N DINE TO HORSESHOE BAY

Escape by seaplane from downtown Vancouver’s vibrant Coal Harbour to tranquil Horseshoe Bay for a memorable seaside dinner.

In the early evening, depart downtown Vancouver by seaplane for Horseshoe Bay, where you will enjoy a gourmet meal at the Boathouse restaurant.

Enjoy ocean views before boarding your limousine, then experience the city lights as you return to downtown Vancouver.

• Daily, operating May – September• Includes 20-minute scenic seaplane flight, three-course dinner with gratuity, and limousine

• Optional private limousine available for $45 additional (gratuity not included)



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ON ANY TOUR, PASSENGERS MAY BE COMBINED WITH OTHERS ON SAME TRIP

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NEW! TOUR 6B TASTE OF THE WEST COAST

This new tour offers a taste of all things to love about the West Coast! Depart downtown Vancouver by shuttle to Sewell’s Marina in Horseshoe Bay. There, you will enjoy a two-hour guided nature tour by zodiac, showcasing unique marine wildlife, before dining at the Boathouse restaurant. End your tour with an exciting seaplane flight back to downtown Vancouver.

• Daily, operating May – October• 5 hours (includes shuttle transfer, 2-hour sea

safari excursion, three-course dinner with gratuity, and 20-minute scenic seaplane flight)

TOUR 7SEARCH FOR ORCA WHALES PHOTO SAFARI

Fly from Vancouver Harbour to Victoria to join an expedition for a first-hand study of the wild Orca whales of Haro Strait.

This unique opportunity to see these magnificent animals in their home waters will bring you insight that no aquarium can provide. Additional highlights are the seals, seabirds, and underwater kelp forests of the Pacific Northwest’s ocean ecosystem.

• Daily, operating from March – October • Full day with return flights to Victoria (includes two 35-minute flights and a 3 – 3.5 hour whale-watching expedition)

$219 PER PERSON

$299 PER PERSON

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$339 PER PERSON

$169 PER PERSON

TOUR 8 VICTORIA OVERNIGHT

Depart Vancouver Harbour by seaplane for an exciting flight over the Gulf Islands and into downtown Victoria. Explore the Emerald City, and spend one night at the charming Magnolia Hotel, located in the heart of downtown. Return to Vancouver on a scheduled flight the next day.

• Daily, operating year-round• Includes return flights to Victoria and overnight accommodation

• Based on double occupancy

TOUR 9 VICTORIA FLY ‘N DRIVE

Depart Vancouver Harbour by seaplane for an exciting flight over the Gulf Islands and into downtown Victoria’s Inner Harbour. Spend the day exploring BC’s beautiful capital city. Upon completion of your day, return by coach on BC Ferries, sailing through Active Pass back to Vancouver.

Prefer to take this tour in reverse? Ask an associate for a morning transfer to BC Ferries with a return afternoon flight.

• Daily, operating year-round• Full day with flight to Victoria (includes 35-minute flight, coach ride, & BC Ferries trip)

• May – October: Add a two-hour stop at Butchart Gardens on your way to the ferry for $30 per person



TOUR 10 VICTORIA DAY TRIP

Depart Vancouver Harbour by seaplane for an exciting flight over the Gulf Islands to beautiful Victoria. Take a double-decker coach tour to the famous Butchart Gardens. In Victoria, shopping, the museum, and several other attractions are just steps away.

Return to Vancouver on a scheduled afternoon flight of your choice.

• Daily, operating May – October• Full day with return flights to Victoria (includes two 35-minute flights and coach tour to Butchart Gardens)

$289 PER PERSON

ON ANY TOUR, PASSENGERS MAY BE COMBINED WITH OTHERS ON SAME TRIP; CHILD FARES AVAILABLE ON MOST TOURS – JUST ASK!

Additional options for your tour:

DOUBLE-DECKER COACH RIDEEnjoy a scenic three-hour double-decker coach tour to the spectacular Butchart Gardens, a National Historic Site of Canada.

• $45 additional per person

AFTERNOON TEA AT THE EMPRESSIndulge with finger sandwiches, tea, and pastries at this Victoria landmark. Please note, there is a dress code.


ORCA WHALES PHOTO SAFARIA thrilling 3- to 3.5-hour expedition to see Orca whales in the waters around Haro Strait.


BUTCHART GARDEN TOUR Fly from Harbour Air’s Victoria terminal to a private dock at the spectacular Butchart Gardens. Enjoy the world-renowned gardens before returning to downtown Victoria by limousine.


ROYAL BRITISH COLUMBIA MUSEUMVisit one of the foremost cultural institutions in the world. The museum includes BC’s past, present, and future with more than seven million unique objects and documents. There’s something incredible to see every time you visit.


OVERNIGHT ACCOMMODATIONExperience the magnificent Magnolia Hotel. This AAA four-diamond European boutique-style hotel is located in the heart of downtown, just steps from Harbour Air. Enjoy overnight accommodation and continental breakfast in the morning.

• $99 additional per person; based on double occupancy

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MORE TO ENJOY IN VICTORIA

Additional options for your tour:

DOUBLE-DECKER COACH RIDEEnjoy a scenic three-hour double-decker coach tour to the spectacular Butchart Gardens, a National Historic Site of Canada.


AFTERNOON TEA AT THE EMPRESSIndulge with finger sandwiches, tea, and pastries at this Victoria landmark. Please note, there is a dress code.


ORCA WHALES PHOTO SAFARIA thrilling 3- to 3.5-hour expedition to see Orca whales in the waters around Haro Strait.


BUTCHART GARDEN TOUR Fly from Harbour Air’s Victoria terminal to a private dock at the spectacular Butchart Gardens. Enjoy the world-renowned gardens before returning to downtown Victoria by limousine.


ROYAL BRITISH COLUMBIA MUSEUMVisit one of the foremost cultural institutions in the world. The museum includes BC’s past, present, and future with more than seven million unique objects and documents. There’s something incredible to see every time you visit.


OVERNIGHT ACCOMMODATIONExperience the magnificent Magnolia Hotel. This AAA four-diamond European boutique-style hotel is located in the heart of downtown, just steps from Harbour Air. Enjoy overnight accommodation and continental breakfast in the morning.

• $99 additional per person; based on double occupancy

Olympic Mountains

CANADAUSA

GLACIER TOUR

ButchartGardens

Mt Sullivan703m

Caren Range

Downtown Vancouver Terminal

Richmond Terminal

Langley Regional Airport

Vancouver Int’l Airport

CANADA

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Lasqueti Island

NelsonIsland

Gambier Island

Bowen Island

Sechelt Peninsula

Texada Island

James I.

Moresby I.Portland I.

SouthPender I.

NorthPender I. Saturna I.

Mayne I.

Galiano I.

Kuper I.

Thetis I.

Sidney I.

Gabriola Island

ValdesIsland

Saddlebag I.

Fidalgo I.

Cypress I.

Lummi I.Waldron I.

Decatur I.

Lopez I.

Shaw I.Blakely I.

Whidbey I.

Salt SpringIsland

San Juan I.

Orcas I.Stuart I.

Thormanby I.

GULF ISLANDS

English Bay

Malaspina Strait

Howe Sound

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Salmon Inlet

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Sechelt Inlet

Haro Strait

Fraser River

Montague Harbour

Lyall Harbour

Miner’s Bay

Active Pass

Puget Sound

Telegraph Cove

Bedwell Harbour

Maple Bay

J UA N D E F U C A S TR A I T

S TR A IT OF GEORGIA

SAN JUAN

ISLANDS

WHISTLER

VANCOUVER

SEATTLE

VICTORIA

NANAIMO

Earls CoveEgmont

Sechelt

Gibsons Landing

Horseshoe Bay

Oak Harbour

Anacortes

Orcas

Doe Bay

Deer Harbor

FridayHarbor

Sooke

Duncan

Crofton

Chemainus

Ladysmith49th Parallel

Parksville

QualicumBeach

Port AngelesSequim

Port Townsend

Sidney

Ganges

Blaine

Semiahmoo

Richmond

Tsawwassen

Langley

Bellingham

Mill BayShawnigan Lake

Nanoose Bay

FulfordHarbour

Saturna


ROUTE MAP

ROUTE LEGENDVictoria Route Island Pick-up Points

Nanaimo Route Scenic Tour Routes

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LOCATIONS

ROUTE LEGENDVictoria Route Island Pick-up Points

Nanaimo Route Scenic Tour Routes

Harbour Air is located in downtown Vancouver on West Waterfront Road on the seawall, next to Harbour Green Park.

Tel 604.233.3505 fAx 604.274.1200

Harbour Air is located at 950 Wharf Street in the Inner Harbour Centre.

Tel 250.385.9131 fAx 250.385.2234

Harbour Air is located at Unit 1A - 90 Front Street in the Pioneer Waterfront Plaza, across from the Lighthouse Bistro.

Tel 250.714.0900 fAx 250.714.0655

Harbour Air is located at 4760 Inglis Drive on the Fraser River, next to the South Terminal of the Vancouver International Airport (YVR).

Tel 604.278.3478 fAx 604.278.5271

Harbour Air is located at Building #41 (Unit 3) 21330 56th Avenue.

Tel 604.274.1277 fAx 604.514.4803

VANCOUVER

VICTORIA

NANAIMO

RICHMOND

LANGLEY

OTHER FLIGHT SERVICESOTHER FLIGHT SERVICES


SCHeDUleD flIGHTS

Harbour Air offers reliable, convenient and affordable daily scheduled service flights to Vancouver, Richmond, Langley, Victoria, Nanaimo, and the Gulf Islands.

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PRIVATe CHARTeRS

Customize your trip by chartering any size aircraft to almost anywhere on British Columbia’s magnificent coast. We’ll get you where you want to be, when you want to be there!

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CARBON NeUTRAl

By implementing strategies to reduce the impact of our services on the environment, Harbour Air has become completely carbon neutral. High quality, BC-based carbon offsets are now included with all flights.

• All fares are per person and are listed in Canadian funds. All fares include carbon offset and are subject to port/dock fees (where applicable) and Goods & Services Tax (GST).

• Children under twelve are half-fare, infants under two are free when accompanied by an adult on most tours.

• Photo identification is required at check-in for passengers 16 years and older.• Cancellation policy is 24 hours prior to departure.• Reservations are appreciated.• Minimum reservation of three adults on some tours.• Single passengers are accommodated on a stand-by basis

only on some tours.• All fares are subject to change without notice.

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Harbour Air Seaplanes Tour Brouchure 2009 - Vancouver