Gulf Islands Travel

Reach Salt Spring Island by One of These Methods

The Gulf Islands can be accessed in a variety of ways, especially if you're not bringing a vehicle.

If you are coming by car, the only option is the ferry.

This page has details on each mode of travel to Salt Spring Island...

» flights
» ferries
» float planes
» water taxis
» and sailboat charters

AIRPORT INFO

Try to secure a flight that lands no later than mid-afternoon.

That way there's still plenty of day-time left to finish the voyage across the water.

If you're flying from another location, you can land at any of the following airports...

Vancouver International
Victoria International
Nanaimo Airport

From the airport, you'll have access to one of the following services to reach Salt Spring...

BC FERRY

Drive your vehicle, walk on, or bring your bicycle. Find out all about how and where to access Salt Spring Island by BC ferry.

Car, scooter, and bicycle rentals are available on Salt Spring. Plus there's a transit system which pretty much covers the island. Check our 'Getting Around' page for details.

SEAPLANE

Float plane at Ganges Harbour on Salt Spring Island, BC

Access Salt Spring Island by float plane from Vancouver or Seattle.

Or view this special corner of the world from above on a spectacular seaplane tour. A few local companies operate out of Ganges Harbour on Salt Spring.