Journey deep into the Tantalus range where Rumbling Glacier sleeps and Lake Lovely Water shimmers.
Journey deep into the Squamish backcountry and the Tantalus range where Rumbling Glacier sleeps and Lake Lovely Water shimmers
Fly among the iconic Tantalus Range to the peaks of Alpha, Ossa and Omega mountains
Get shoulder-to-shoulder with the mammoth Rumbling, Serratus and Zenith glaciers
Breathtaking views of Lake Lovely Water, the Howe Sound fjord and Squamish wilderness
Traverse the peaks of the Tantalus Range along the North American tectonic plate. Here nature is pushing the mountains skyward. As glaciers move, erode and melt they fill cirques and basins with emerald green water like jewels in a giant crown.
Fly through wild regions of Squamish that most people don’t even know exist; to areas explored only by grizzly bears, goats, eagles, and the occasional brave mountaineer. On the Squamish Explorer you’ll get a little bit of everything from our other tours all rolled into one. Alpine lakes, jagged peaks, secret waterfalls, rumbling glaciers, and Lake Lovely Water are just a few of the unforgettable sights that will leave you awe-struck.
Our pilots are passionate about British Columbia, Squamish, Whistler, Vancouver and the Sea To Sky Corridor. They love sharing what they know about the region’s legendary geology and history so we outfitted every seat with a two-way headset and microphone. Think of us like your best friend taking you on a road trip to all their favourite places. Listen to your pilot tell stories as you fly, ask questions about features and landmarks, or simply sit back and enjoy the view.
All flights seat up to four people (three guests and one pilot).
Book a flight for two people and you have the option to buy the third seat at a reduced rate to reserve the aircraft exclusively for you. This is one of our most popular options. Perfect if you’re buying the Squamish Explorer scenic flight as a gift for a birthday or special occasion.
The emerald jewel of the Tantalus Range, Lake Lovely Water sits in a large rocky basin called a cirque. Shimmering glacial meltwater started pooling here at the end of the last ice age creating the incredible oasis we see today. The lake’s distinctive colour is created as light refracts through microscopic pieces of rock called glacial flour. The mountains surrounding Lake Lovely Water are made mostly of igneous granite rock, formed through the cooling and solidification of magma or lava.
The landscape you see has been shaped over millennia by moving continents, rising and falling mountains, vast volcanic eruptions, and continental ice sheets have all played a role in shaping the jagged ridgeline of the Tantalus Range. Peaks like Mount Tantalus, Alpha, and Omega have retained their jagged appearance because were tall enough to poke out of the ice sheet as the glaciers retreated.
Flying in small planes is an intimate experience. You can feel the air and clouds floating by, hear the gasps of surprise and excitement from your friends or the splashing of water on the floats. It’s the creation of, and presence in, these small moments that deepens connections between each other and nature. You never have to worry about picking a good seat ahead of time. No matter where you are in our planes you're guaranteed to have a first-class experience.
Good To Know Before You Go
No long check-in lines here. Simply arrive 10-minutes before your flight. All ages can fly. Children up to two years old are considered infants and must sit on the lap of a responsible guardian. Children older than two must have their own seat. If the combined weight of all passengers per aircraft (maximum of three) is greater than 600 lbs (~270 kg) please contact us by phone or email to make your reservation.
Reservation Policy
COVID-19: We have made a few temporary changes to our reservation policy to help guests make the most of flights or gift cards they have purchased. Please read our COVD-19 update here to get all details.
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Changes and cancellations made within 72-hours of a scheduled departure are subject to a 20% fee.
‘No shows’ and late arrivals will forfeit their flight and be billed the full fare.
If Sea To Sky Air cancels a flight for any reason, and a suitable alternate flight cannot be scheduled, we will issue a full refund or credit. The original value of the flight will be refunded or a flight credit will be issued.
Credits (Gift Cards, Flight Credits, Tickets) are transferable and may be used towards any Sea To Sky Air product or service. Name changes to tickets and flight credits can be made by calling the Sea To Sky Air office on 604 898 1975.
Good To Know Before You Go
No long check-in lines here. Simply arrive 10-minutes before your flight. All ages can fly. Children up to two years old are considered infants and must sit on the lap of a responsible guardian. Children older than two must have their own seat. If the combined weight of all passengers per aircraft (maximum of three) is greater than 600 lbs (~270 kg) please contact us by phone or email to make your reservation.
Reservation Policy
COVID-19: We have made a few temporary changes to our reservation policy to help guests make the most of flights or gift cards they have purchased. Please read our COVD-19 update here to get all details.
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Changes and cancellations made within 72-hours of a scheduled departure are subject to a 20% fee.
‘No shows’ and late arrivals will forfeit their flight and be billed the full fare.
If Sea To Sky Air cancels a flight for any reason, and a suitable alternate flight cannot be scheduled, we will issue a full refund or credit. The original value of the flight will be refunded or a flight credit will be issued.
Credits (Gift Cards, Flight Credits, Tickets) are transferable and may be used towards any Sea To Sky Air product or service. Name changes to tickets and flight credits can be made by calling the Sea To Sky Air office on 604 898 1975.
