Getting Here & Getting Around
5 km from downtown Nanaimo, most people access Gabriola via BC Ferries.
Once you’re here, there are 158 kilometres of roads to walk, cycle and drive.
Getting Here
Ferry
BC Ferries runs the ferry between Nanaimo and Gabriola. Foot passengers, bikes and vehicles are all welcome. Find the best times to travel.
Float Plane
Float planes run daily from the south terminal of Vancouver International Airport.
Private Boat
Arriving by boat? We have two marinas and a public wharf to welcome you.
Getting Around
Share the road
There are no sidewalks or bicycle lanes on the island. Ride or walk single file. Be aware of narrow road sections, poor road conditions, uneven edges and wildlife. There’s lots of deer on this island!
E-bikes are welcome and a common sight on the island!
Electric Cars
An electric car charging station is located in the Madrona Marketplace parking lot on North Road.
Boating
Cruise or sail to the southeast end of Gabriola where there are two marinas with docks, fuel and moorage in Silva Bay, and a public wharf with moorage in Degnen Bay.
Radio either marina on VHF 66A and they will assist you into a slip.
Use charts 3475 or 3443. Latitude 49.149965 and Longitude -123.695662.
Public Transportation
Gabriola BNB
Categories
Bed & Breakfast Accommodations
About
GabriolaBnB is a brand new boutique bed and breakfast located in a heritage orchard of apple, plum and pear trees. A spacious room with king size bed, fold out sofa and private 4 pc bath. Accessed by your own private walkway and entrance, you create the experience you want. Other included amenities are quality linens, fridge, coffee maker and hot water for tea. As well, there is small private deck with more great views of Silva bay. Parking is available for 2 cars if required. The beautiful postcard view of Silva Bay awaits you at this charming B and B. Relaxation massage is available onsite from Melanie Teichroeb and Gabriola Massage. Located at Silva Bay we are a 10 minute walk from the marinas and the Gulf Island Sea Plane Terminal. Kayaking the Flat Top Islands and ocean side walks at Drumbeg Provincial Park are minutes away.
