Ferries
BC Ferries
Schedules, condition reports and more from the premier connector of Vancouver Island and the Gulf Islands to mainland British Columbia. We strongly recommend reservations when possible, especially in the summer and on holiday weekends.
Washington State Ferries
Ferry service from Anacortes to Sidney, vehicles or passengers.
Saysutshun Ferry Service
This passenger-only ferry runs from downtown Nanaimo to Protection Island (and the Dinghy Dock Pub). Cash only, no reservations!
Victoria Clipper
Scenic ferry service from Seattle to Victoria. Passengers only, no vehicles.
Coho Ferry
Passenger and automobile service from Port Angeles to Victoria's inner harbour.
Protection Island Ferry
This passenger only ferry runs from downtown Nanaimo to Protection Island (and the Dinghy Dock Pub).
Hullo Ferry
This catamaran passenger ferry gets you from downtown Nanaimo to downtown Vancouver (or vice versa) in a cool 70 minutes.
Air Travel
Nanaimo Airport
Flights to and from Canada’s major air hubs, giving you access to hundreds of connecting flights. Routes to Vancouver, Calgary, Edmonton, Kelowna, and Toronto (seasonally).
Harbour Air
One of the world’s largest all-seaplane airlines, connecting 15 destinations on Vancouver Island and the West Coast. Charters and tours available as well.
Sunshine Coast Air
Connects the Sunshine Coast (Sechelt) to Vancouver Island and Vancouver via floatplane. Charters, tours, and scheduled flights available.
Helijet
North America’s largest helicopter airline, with charter operations and connections to sport fishing resorts and other destinations throughout the West Coast.
Car Rentals
National Car & Truck Rental
Rentals of a variety of vehicles in many locations across the island.
Budget Car & Truck Rental
Offers many vehicles for rent with 21 locations on Vancouver Island.
Buses
Nanaimo Regional Transit System
Bus schedules & maps for the Nanaimo region - closest pickup point is Southgate Plaza beside the Mohawk Gas Station (1/2km from Living Forest).
Tofino Bus
Bus service to Tofino from Nanaimo, Victoria, and Vancouver. Accommodates kayaks, bikes, and surfboards.
West Coast Trail Bus
Bus service to the West Coast trail and Juan de Fuca trail from Nanaimo, Victoria, and Port Alberni.