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Mount Assiniboine

Shortly after takeoff, look for the pyramid-shaped peak known as the Matterhorn of the Rockies standing tall in the southern Banff area.

Okanagan Valley

View the deep blue waters of Okanagan Lake and the surrounding grid-like vineyards near Kelowna and Penticton.

Mount Baker

On clear days, this massive active volcano in Washington state dominates the southern horizon as the flight nears the coast.

Southern Gulf Islands

A stunning birds-eye view of Salt Spring and Pender Islands as the aircraft maneuvers through the Salish Sea for its final approach.

Kootenay Lake

The long, narrow turquoise waters of the Kootenay region offer a beautiful contrast against the rugged Selkirk Mountains.

Banff National Park

Incredible views of the high peaks and glacial valleys north of the flight path immediately after departing the Calgary foothills.

Shuswap Lake

The unique H-shape of this sprawling lake system is easily identifiable from cruising altitude in the BC Interior.

Coast Mountains

A vast expanse of jagged, glaciated peaks that signal the final transition from the interior plateau to the Pacific coast.

Vancouver Skyline

A distant but clear view of the downtown peninsula, Stanley Park, and the Lions Gate Bridge as you cross the Strait of Georgia.

Saanich Peninsula

The final descent offers a beautiful view of the lush forests and inlets of northern Vancouver Island before touchdown.