This ride is really similar to "Soarin' Over California," to those of you who have visited Disney's California Adventure Park before. It's an airplane simulation ride that makes you feel like you are soaring over some of the most scenic places in Canada. We had bought tickets beforehand for this ride, and we were told the ride itself is about two minutes. We made sure to stand in line early (lines get longer if you go later), and since we had a wheelchair, we allotted extra time for that as well. Everything went really seamlessly, in terms of entering and exiting the ride. We were able to take the elevator and find the entrance, and we didn't actually have to wait that long, once we were in line. You watch a short preview video of what to expect on the ride, as well as safety features, before entering the ride itself. The staff were well trained and helpful. I took our wheelchair group member in the small lift to get on and off the ride (the lift can only fit the wheelchair and one other person). But everything was seriously just like Soarin' Over California, but with different scenes, of course. Since I had never been to Canada before, I didn't know exactly what the scenes were of, except for super iconic ones like Niagara Falls. But, this ride/show was definitely fun and worth seeing if it's your first visit to the country. read more

This is an interesting experience if you are a tourist. The 8-minute, 4-D ride basically "take" you across Canada on a set of seats that make you feel like you are flying in the sky, high over the country. All in all, the experience of the "flight" itself was fun. But here is where they lost a couple of stars. The wait is long (even for October - low tourist season). But this is likely due to the fact that they don't fill you up in a large theatre. Instead, every seat is a front row seat. This puts a limit on how many visitors can be in each show. The picture quality was not as high as I had expected, given the technology available these days. Initially, it feels "cool" to be flying over Canada, but after a while, the sensation disappears during the latter part of the show. The one before the ride was probably not even necessary, as it was inferior is every way. The picture AND sound quality were low. Even if you're standing, which most had to, one does not get that 360 feel. After about a minute into that segment, we realize there's not much need, or value, in rotating to see the other side of the room. This all brings to the price charged. At $22 per person, this was not a cheap thrill. When you have a family or a group, it adds up quickly. If you have never been across Canada, and you know you won't have time, then this may be worth it. Otherwise, there are better ways to spend the money - and time (remember the line up) elsewhere. read more

This ride was definitely a lot of fun. My family in the area suggested I make a stop here during my visit. The whole conversation center/Canada Place area was great for a relaxing afternoon of sightseeing and this ride made for a nice addition. First, before going to Canada Place for FlyOver remember to buy the tickets online because it's a cheaper rate. Second if you've ever visited the Disney parks and went on Soarin, just know that this ride is similar but 1)focuses entirely on Canada (duh) and 2) is a longer experience at about 25 minutes. Overall it was a lot of fun and I think something a tourist should take the time to do. read more

FlyOver Canada is very much like "Soarin" at Disney. For the length of the ride, it seemed very expensive, and didn't represent all the provinces. The ride itself was fun, and as a Canadian, does make you feel pride in the diversity of this large country. The 6 minute video that you are forced to watch before the ride was a waste of time. As a tourist, it didn't offer anything in the way of information or interest. Overall, it is a a quick tourist attraction, but not if you have to watch your budget. read more

great ride the smells, sensations and scenes were very realistic. wasnt too crowded

Great experience it really felt like we were flying. Great thing to do before boarding the ship. A MUST DO read more

FlyOver Canada - Amusement Parks Near Me - Vancouver, British Columbia

I felt this was very inferior to Disney's version and felt it was way overpriced. It gave me some motion sickness and I just didn't get lost in it like I do at Soarin' (which I have ridden many times). I enjoyed the pre-movie. My entire family felt it wasn't worth the price... read more

It's okay the wait is longer than the actual ride. I don't agree with others saying it's so much better than a theme park ride because it's not. enjoyable tourist attraction however it's quite pricy for what it is read more

This would be 5 stars if it was in 4D and with a much higher resolution. The film just didn't look super real due to the lack of HD resolution, though the movie seats with the occasional mist of sprayed water just didn't amaze me as much as watching a 3D movie in this former CN IMAX movie theatre in the 1986. This is great film/ride for a tourist or a person who never had the opportunity to travel across Canada, but it didn't feel as amazing as the 4D film I saw during the 2010 Winter Olympics at the Ontario Pavilion's which showed landscapes and city life in Ontario with scent, bubbles, smoke, water, snow, confetti in HD 3D with a fast action moving seat. The first part where they take you to a standing area to watch a short film felt like a waste of time and it was definitely something a tourist to Canada would only enjoy. Flyover Canada needs 4D with an upgraded resolution and I'll be back. read more

First off: this attraction IS a lot of fun, and I do think it's worth a visit. The attraction itself is well designed and entertaining, if brief. The ~8 minute ride is full of wonder and delight, with immersive, sweeping views and 4-D touches such as feeling a faint mist on your face or smelling the pine trees in the woods. So why the 1 star rating? The utter incompetence with which the lining up and and entering of the ride was handled. I bought my tickets ahead of time online, but did not select a specific time window as I wasn't sure what time I would arrive there. (FlyOver Canada allows you to pre-purchase tickets for a selected 30-min time slot at no extra charge, which is a nice feature that you should definitely take advantage of, if you know when you plan to arrive.) When we arrived at around 4 PM on a Tuesday afternoon, there were two long lines, one for the people with a predetermined time slot and one for the people without. Neither of these lines are marked with signage, nor is there anyone around to tell you where you should line up. This confusion led to one group behind us inadvertently waiting in the wrong line for 40 minutes before being redirected to the correct line, where they had to wait again another 30+ minutes! We stood in the correct line for those without predetermined time slots after asking a staff member who just happened to be walking by. There were maybe 10 or so people ahead of us. We overheard some people being told that the lines were backed up and those people were offered the opportunity to go downstairs, choose a later time slot, and return. We were not offered that option. As we waited (and all together we waited about 60-75 minutes!), I was appalled by the wildly inefficient way in which people were being taken off the lines to enter the ride. First off- why does it take 3 different people to all be involved in taking people off the lines? One woman was collecting the tickets, another woman was scanning the tickets and counting the number of guests on a clicker, and then that same woman would tell a man at the podium how many people were entering, which he would then write down with a marker. This 3-way assembly line of counting led to numerous mistakes and need for recounting. Several times, one staffer would say something like, "2 people!" and the other staffer with the marker would be like, "What?" and then at the end one would say, "So you counted 44 people?" And the other one would reply, "Oh no, I counted 42..." After you finally did manage to be counted off, you would stand in yet another line right outside the door, and you would be counted AGAIN by 2 more staffers! HOW HARD IS IT TO COUNT PEOPLE?! Also, I should note that using the terms "man" and "woman" is misleading... the staffers here appear to be mostly teenagers, working under a couple of adult supervisors. I'm not saying that teenagers are not capable of doing a job like working for an attraction; they lacked the appropriate guidance from their superiors to adequately handle the overflow of guests. They did not communicate accurately or clearly to those waiting on line where to wait, how long the wait might take, or any other information to help guests manage their expectations. I don't fault the teens on this one: I fault management for not adequately training them and for not stepping in when this extreme delay occurred and caused the lines to back up. The teens at one point were audibly complaining to one another about "hating work" and "being yelled at" by their bosses... Just awkward and unprofessional. As a tourist visiting Canada for the first time, I was willing to wait for this attraction. I didn't even mind the concept of waiting 60+ minutes to partake in it. But what really boggles my mind is that that extensive wait time WAS NOT NECESSARY. It took so long for groups to go in largely because of the lack of communication and absolutely harebrained way that collecting tickets was conducted. Furthermore, the "Uplift" video shown as you wait to enter the ride itself is really, really terrible. It's super corny and a huge waste of time. Waiting in the dark/silence would have been better. It was cringeworthy bad and frankly did not even seem representative of Canada at all; I was in Vancouver for less than 48 hours and saw far more diversity in people, landscapes, and experience than this incoherent 6 minute video would suggest. In conclusion, I don't regret seeing FlyOver Canada and would recommend others to check it out if they are ever in Vancouver. HOWEVER, I think that MASSIVE overhaul of the training of staff must be undertaken, the lining up and ticketing procedures must be improved, and the "Uplift" video at the beginning should be done away with entirely. read more

Fly over Canada is a good idea, I think, especially if you are familiar with all of Canada and all of its special places. For me it showed a lot of beautiful scenery that I have no idea where it is, except that it is in Canada. The opening movie is a bit on the simple side. Lots of smiling faces and scenery on the screen with fancy editing on the video. The ride is pretty short, It shows lots of places, some for only a glimpse. The Audio does not add much to the experience. The price performance ratio is a bit low. Oh well I went once. That is all. read more

Be sure to ask your hotel if they have discounted tickets for this attraction! We were lucky to save about $25 for 1 adult and 2 kids. The whole event is about 25 minutes with the ride itself being around 8 minutes. I could probably live without the first part which was just a multimedia show of projected video clips on the wall. The second part is a "preflight" safety check. The actual flight was cool and definitely an experience. Not only was the sensation of flying real, the smells, wind, and mist of water, added to the overall realism. Did I think the price of admission worth it? Probably not but I would highly recommend experiencing it once. read more

Great experience! A bit pricey, but expected being that it's a tourist attraction. We got to experience flying over Canada AND China and both were great. I'm currently 23 weeks pregnant and got a little nauseous. I should have known better. The effects with the misting, air, and smell were all wonderful additives to the "ride". We signed up for the 11:45 show, but keep in mind that it was actually the line up time so you'll be waiting 15 minutes before they bring you into the first room. In the first room they explain to you what you're about the experience, in the second room they line you up and talk to you about safety procedures. All 5 of us loved the ride... especially my 5 year old son! read more

FlyOver Canada - Amusement Parks Near Me - Vancouver, British Columbia

This was my third time flying and was the best so far. This attraction involves so many of the senses that each time you ride it you'll notice something you missed the first time. The ride definitely leaves you wanting more, but that's a good thing. read more

When my friends suggested we do Flyover Canada, I said "No way." But they were insistent. After the fact, I'm glad I did it. The process moves mostly quickly and efficiently, moving you from the line to a "holding area" where you watch a video, then into the "theater" where you receive safety instructions. The ride itself doesn't last but 8 minutes or so, but you do get the sensation of flying over Canada. Very cool. Excellent visuals. And mist. Yeah, it's touristy, but I think it's worth it. read more

A fun experience. I've done this ride twice, once before dinner, the second time after dinner. I would recommend going before a big meal as it gets quite shaky (in a fun way) and it might not be pleasant if you're feeling full. My second time there, the ride included FlyOver Canada + USA. The video quality of the US version was very poor compared to the Canadian one. It was disappointing. I'll try to catch the Chinese edition that comes once a year around Chinese New Year next February. Something to be aware of: the actual ride time is only about 10 minutes. You will spend the rest of your visit watching introductory videos in a waiting room with giant screens. Keeping this in mind, I think it's still worth $25. That's more or less how much you'd pay for a special 2-minute ride at Playland. read more

Waste of time, waste of money. $23 for an 8 minute movie. Oh and if you pay extra for "fast lane" tickets, turns out the guaranteed "entrance" time actually means your entrance to the lineup. Not my idea of entrance, and not stated on website. Don't make any plans around this waste of your effort. Scammers. read more

I've been there a few times and of those few times I went I found that the staff treated their guests like cattle, often screaming aggressively to the customers just to maintain a line. The attraction itself is pretty cool and great but I'd rather not spend money to be treated like livestock read more

First time come with my daughter . My brother. Brought the price fro us. Fly over ticket We are go in vain beautiful sea sinewy . Mountain valley very beautiful . White cloud blu sea flows though the highest so happy travel Vancouver Canada read more

FlyOver Canada - Amusement Parks Near Me - Vancouver, British Columbia

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Very similar to California Soaring at Disneyland but lasts much longer. We paid the extra 2 bucks to get in the fast lane which cut the wait time in half to 15 minutes. The cashier said they have discounts but we hadn't done our research ahead of time as this was literally a fly by the seat of our pants decision to flyover Canada. I will say that the ending was a bit anticlimactic viewing the Northern Lights with a gradual descent. Needs to have a big drop off over the rockies back to home to be more impactful. read more

As other reviewers have already noted, at $20 per person, the scant 15-minute experience--even one as fantastic and experientially engaging as this one--is just too darned expensive. If that had been the extent, I probably would have given this a 3-star rating, instead of 2. But what absolutely ruined the experience for us was the Christmas theme they added to it--I realise it's that time of year, but the "search" for the reindeer was embarrassingly trite--the kind of adult make-happy that actually turns children off, not interests them, as well as making adults angry with the silliness and intrusiveness of "Santa" voicing inanities overtop the beautiful music and scenery. Seriously, what the h#ll were they thinking slapping the inane chatter of a Santa impersonator over the only appreciable part of the show? It ruined it for us, and we felt positively ripped off because of it. What a shame. read more

Was expecting it to be really good, especially for the cost to get in ($34 per ticket). It was just ok. I think the flying over was about 15 minutes. My kids said that's it? read more

This attraction is exactly like the ride over at Disney California Adventures - Soaring Over California, except you will be "flying" over Canada's scenery. Not worth the time or price, I feel like it's a tourist trap. The only reason why I went on this attraction was because my siblings wanted to go on the "ride". I would only recommend going if there is absolutely nothing else to do and you are trying to kill some time. read more

FlyOver Canada was a great experience for the family on our recent trip to Vancouver. We have done Flying Over California at Disney many times and this adventure experience met and exceeded our expectations. The visions of this beautiful country of Canada were so spectacular and breathtaking, and the 4D experience made it so much fun. Highly recommend getting timed reservations in advance, while although it did not appear to be a problem, I can see how this could fill up quickly as others have mentioned. Although a bit on the costly side ($24 $CAN if bought on line) I would highly recommend it as it is a thrilling experience everyone will love and appreciate. (Children, Senior, and others get discounted rates so check them out) So enjoyed this experience and would do it again. read more

This virtual ride takes you across a scenic tour of Canada. The video is so beautiful and it really makes me appreciate the landscape. It was also nice that it was a sensory tour so they had some mist and smells to make you feel like you're in the place. I guess I'm a little bummed because as a non-canadian, i'm not familiar with my coins. My ticket came out to be a number that, if I gave her regular bills, I'd end up getting a lot of coins back. So I gave the register extra money and asked "Can I get a 5 dollar bill back?" and she just gave me back my extra money and gave me a bunch of coins... I know I'm not familiar with canadian money, but I know how to do math. I planned it so that I could get a single bill in return instead of a bunch of coins and I felt she just looked at me as if I were some stupid tourist who doesn't know shit... read more

A fun 4D ride to go on whether you're a local or a visitor that makes you appreciate Canada's beauty. As someone who hasn't travelled through much of the country, it lets you see what you're missing out on. Definitely gave me wanderlust. However, whatever you do, don't buy the fastlane tickets. I got suckered into buying those, but they're not worth it, as my friend and I ended up being the only ones there and they don't dictate your seats on the ride either. Best tip would probably be to go in the evening when there won't be as many people (they close at 9pm). read more

The staff were so rude and didn't seem to care how obviously rude they were. Great 5 minute show but too expensive. The cost of being humiliated by their staff isn't worth it! read more

This was fun. My friend suggested doing this while I was her in Vancouver, and I was a little hesitant because it seemed a bit pricey and cheesy. I like cheese, but would it be worth $20. Okay, it'd be nice if it was a little cheaper, but this was still a fun experience. I've been to Vancouver a couple times before, but had never done this. We got general admission (student - just bring ID) tickets and waited in line for about 30 minutes. It was busy, but not too bad and outside you're standing under some shade so it's not too hot. While we were in line there was a family from China who didn't speak English. The mom had a bag that was too big so the staff were just repeating "your bag is too big" over and over in English, which was a complete waste because this family couldn't understand anything. Not that a tourism attraction (and this is right down at Canada Place) should be fluent in every language, but as my friend pointed out (she's studying ASL) how hard would it be use hand gestures. Actually my friend used hand gestures to help the family understand what was going on. It's not a huge detraction from the attraction itself, but you'd think staff at a tourist attraction would be able to figure this out - hand gestures are a universal language. Speaking louder in English won't help this family who only knows Mandarin or Cantonese. I worked at an International Airport and at a hotel, so I can also attest to hand gestures being important for communication - particularly in the travel/tourism industry. Okay with that little rant out of the way we got into the building. There are 3 films you see. In the first room is a general "stereotypes of Canada" kind of film. Kids playing hockey, mountains, etc. It's a little cheesy and as I was first watching this film I thought this was the entire experience, and was a little worried, because this film is okay, but not $20 okay. It's not the whole experience - just a few minutes. After that you go into another room to watch a safety video. Then come the 4D ride. The chairs are like high-back movie theatre seats. There are seat belts you have to buckle into because this is a ride and the chairs move. Just before the movie starts the floor pulls back, and a divider goes up between you and the rows beside you. Basically it gives you the illusion of the film being all around you. The film itself is really cool. Aerial views of different landmarks in Canada. You fly over Gros Morne National Park, The Atlantic Ocean, Niagara Falls, the Prairies, the Rockies and more. The chairs move and at certain parts wind or water (and even "snow") flies at you, so it's like you are really flying over Canada. It's a really cool experience, and certainly makes me want to visit more of my country. There are a lot areas they don't get to go to (like it would've been cool if they'd shown The Badlands in Alberta or The Bay of Fundy out east), but it gives you a little taste of Canada. I would have loved for the experience to be another 10 minutes, but it was still pretty cool. read more

This attraction is a complete rip-off. Can't believe I paid $37 CAD per ticket. The screen was very dark and the screen resolution was extremely low; I could even see pixels. The actual show was very short. Soarin' Around the World at Disneyland is way better. read more

My work colleagues and I attended this as part of a Christmas outing and really enjoyed it! The place was all decked out for Christmas, complete with a choir and food stands where one could purchase mulled wine and Christmas cookies. It felt very festive, with Christmas trees, fake snow falling in the waiting area, and a video message from Santa. We purchased fast lane tickets which it did not appear we needed, as there was no wait. The staff were courteous and professional, and got us seated very quickly. If you've ever been to Disney's California adventure, this ride is very similar to Soarin' Over California. Groups of up to 6 are seated in "hangliders" which are lifted up and "flown" in front of an IMAX screen featuring scenery from across Canada. Your glider dips and soars, and water/scents are used to create a "4D" experience. We were cheering, screaming and grinning the whole time, as we flew over snow capped mountains and zoomed into waves along the Pacific. A few minor quibbles: we only got as far east as Toronto - where were the Maritimes? Or Mont Royal? Or Vieux Quebec? I am wondering if these were edited out of the "Holiday" version that we saw, which took us to an animated North Pole with Santa and his elves. Maybe in the regular version you get the WHOLE of Canada. Also, the ride is less than 10 minutes long - so at over $2 a minute it's a little pricey. I also felt a little nauseous but I think if you close your eyes you'll be fine. Still, all in all we had a lovely jaunt and I would do it again. I felt quite emotional by the end, and so proud of our beautiful country. read more

Want to cover the expanse of this gorgeous country, but don't have the time or the money to do so? Fly Over Canada, a tiny outfit tucked away on the 2nd floor of sprawling Canada Place, is the answer to your prayers. Had it not been for the kiosk advertising, I would have missed this incredibly fun 4D experience. Once you're strapped into your chair, and the lights dim, your senses of sight, height, smell and sound are viscerally engaged as you soar above the sparkling coast of the Maritimes, dip into the fjords of the West Coast, skim above bales of hay in the Prairies, ski down the slopes of the Rockies, run with the horses and explore the mists of Niagara Falls. Of course, there is the obligatory panorama of the Toronto skyline with fireworks. The 8 minutes flew by in a blur of adrenaline, amazement at the rugged natural beauty so beautifully captured and a bit of nausea from the precipitous ascents and descents, While the entirety of the show clocks in just under 30 minutes, only 8 minutes is actually spent flying over Canada. The rest of the time is spent in lining up, security instructions, and viewing a promo video, which while interesting in its own right, is not what I signed up for. Overall, 'Flying Over Canada' is a neat experience. read more

If you only had two days in Vancouver, I would put FLYOver on top of the list of things to do, especially if you are with a large group. i would recommend not driving to the location i would recommend eating before arriving because the food options are horrible negatives: 1/ over priced entrance fees for a 15 minute experience that comes with a 90 minute wait 2/ parking, if you drive, is over priced 3/ it's located at the other side of the convention center and very inconvenient to get to 4/ the actual parking garage is poorly laid out 5/ the gift store is not great read more

Was a fun experience, nice ride but the mist they spray has a stinky scent which smells a lot like unscented baby wipes (which actually has a scent which is stink), but then there is pleasant smell they spray afterwards. Poor honey didn't realized I switched places because the two women who cut through the line to get in front of us smelled so bad. So I had a pleasant ride all in all but I'm not sure honey felt the same. read more

FlyOver Canada - Amusement Parks Near Me - Vancouver, British Columbia

Quite a surprisingly spectacular attraction! I was very impressed by the cinematic quality and the overall production. It feels like you are constantly being whisked away to somewhere new. My 10 year old daughter wanted to go on again right away, and couldn't stop telling people about it for days. read more

I didn't know what to expect but it was SO MUCH fun!!! You really feel like you are flying over Canada. You have to experience it firsthand to know what it really is about. The actual ride part is only about 8 minutes. Some people may have hard time justifying spending $20.00 on the ride but I think it was worth it. Just a word of caution; I felt little nauseous by the end of the ride. And it does get fairly busy on the weekend. Lucky for us, we were part of a group so we had fastlane but otherwise, be prepared to wait. read more

Mediocre experience, considering the cost for the duration. We visited on a busy weekday afternoon. The wait was about twice as long as we were told -- 60 minutes, not the 25-30 we were told. The ride itself goes by very quick. It offered very dramatic scenes, richly enacted scenes, layered with appropriate real-time scents and music, but the ride left all four of us wanting more, and thinking "Is it already over?". On the plus side, the introductory video is very nicely done -- gives you a true appreciation for some of the history and heritage that Canadians cherish. And I really appreciated how this emotion and patriotism was artfully conveyed without a voice narrator ever having to say a single word. What would have made this 4-5 stars for me was if they somehow extended the experience -- either through a longer intro video, longer ride, or perhaps a post-ride guide who could share more info about one of the scenes/locales that was featured in the ride. read more

LIKES location, innovation DISLIKES price BACKGROUND Went here in the summer of 2013 with my boyfriend. Perfect location - central and easy to find. Great for a day in downtown Vancouver. EXPERIENCE Lined up wasn't too bad. If you book online, you skip the potential line up. We went during tourist season and booked online. However, that was unnecessary since the lineup wasn't as insane as expected at 5pm. I enjoyed how we were brought into a room that shows Canadian pride, from our landscapes to our accomplishments as a nation. It was a great reflection of the Canadian spirit. The ride was trippy! Our legs were hanging, like an actual ride. The screen was huge and the ride turns and makes slight movements to imitate an amusement park ride. You actually feel like you're flying over Canada as the screen works with your brain to trick you that you're in BC, flying over Saskatchewan and the city lights of Toronto! However, they didn't actually show on the screen which part of Canada you're on. I guess that makes the experience realistic, but if you are a tourist, the places shown might not resonate with you unless you are a familiar with Canada's landmarks. VALUE It was a bit pricey for a less than 30-minute experience (from the lineup to the ride until you walk out the doors). I wish that it would be more affordable for families, or even locals. VERDICT Very cool experience especially if you're not staying in Canada for too long and want a unique Canadian experience. Perfect for tourists who especially come from outside of North America. read more

Really enjoyable attraction & a good way to spend part of your day if the weather is not so good. You really do get the feeling that you are flying over Canada & as previous reviews have said if you can't afford to or don't have the time to actually take a flight this has to be the next best thing. Having been lucky enough to experience a helicopter flight over the Rockies during my trip I have to say that I almost enjoyed this more as know altitude sickness or risk involved!!! When compared to other activities $20 +tax didn't seem too expensive. read more

If you have never experienced a suspended simulation like this one, it is a magical experience well worth having even at this high price. Yes, it lasts only half an hour, only nine minutes of which are on the ride, but it makes for a special special treat. We took the kids to Flyover Canada as a birthday treat, and it made our birthday girl very very happy. We experienced a similar ride at Disney World (the same ride exists at Disney's California Adventure), and Flyover Canada is rougly as good or even better. As a Canadian, I found it even more gratifying, because it triggered an unexpected ways of patriotic appreciation for a beautiful country. The pre-ride immersive movie was very much part of the experience, and much more remarkable and meaningful than I had expected. Definitely added to the value. Overall, a great attraction, run very professionally. read more

I have done with twice when visiting VBC. It's a cool attraction and a neat way to "see" more of Canada- for sure gives me to urge to travel the country more. The beginning video they play in the holding room is effing bizarre but the attraction itself is cool. Canada place is a fun area to walk around and see all the cruise ships and international people, FlyOver is a fun addition. A little pricey but fun for the family. The wait time/loading system is a bit janky. read more