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A Bird's Eye View
*Editor's note: Wilderness North no longer offers aerial tours of Thunder Bay. For a list of fly-in fishing excursions, visit their website.
An aerial tour of the rugged coastline of Lake Superior and a flyover of the famed Sleeping Giant is something you will want to put on your “must-do” list on your visit to Thunder Bay this summer.

To take to the skies for an aerial tour of the Lakehead, first determine how you would prefer to fly: float plane or helicopter.

With its fleet of safe, dependable deHavilland float planes, Wilderness North will provide visitors with the thrill of a lifetime and an opportunity for adventure that is sure to leave lasting memories.

Wisk Air provides transportation and sightseeing tours in and around Thunder Bay via helicopter. See the skyline of Thunder Bay and the wonder of Kakabeka Falls from the air and fly over the famous Sleeping Giant as well as the incredible Porphyry Island.

The special excursion flyovers will allow guests to view and photograph Northwestern Ontario’s most famous landmark the Sleeping Giant as well as the lush boreal forests surrounding the city.

Float planes and helicopters are perfect for capturing images from the air. Every seat will have its own viewing opportunities and some planes offer guests the chance to sit in the "co-pilot" seat where the window can be opened—perfect for video capturing.

Close-Up Views And More!
From the air, guests will experience unparalleled views and have more chances to capture the photos or videos they want. There is no better way to get an aerial view of Northwestern Ontario.

These unforgettable flying excursions can even include a landing at a remote harbour for a break and special snacks. To find out more, visit Wilderness North or WiskAir.

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