As an Indigenous-owned airline, our team at Gulf Island Seaplanes has long prioritized respect for the land, sea, and communities we serve. From our hub at Silva Bay on Gabriola Island, we operate regularly scheduled flights to Downtown Vancouver, the floatplane terminal at Vancouver International Airport, as well as Hornby Island on a seasonal bas …
As the holiday season approaches, Gulf Island Seaplanes is gearing up to connect families and deliver Christmas cheer across our West Coast routes. With bases at Silva Bay on Gabriola Island, YVR South Terminal and the Downtown Vancouver Harbour, we carry more than just passengers – we’re here to make the festive season a little brighter for …
As an Indigenous-owned company, Gulf Island Seaplanes is deeply connected to the lands and territories in which it operates on Vancouver Island, the Gulf Islands and across the West Coast. At the heart of these lands and territories is the Great Bear Rainforest , one of the largest remaining tracts of unspoiled temperate rainforest left in the world …
We’re very excited to introduce our newest livery here at Gulf Island Seaplanes! Our very own DHC-2 Beaver aircraft , registered as C-FHRT, has been given a new look that reflects our proud heritage as an Indigenous-owned airline here on the West Coast of British Columbia. This new livery is centered around our new company logo , which began use …
Situated midway between the mainland and Vancouver Island alongside neighboring Denman Island, Hornby Island is a place of wonders: home to sandy beaches, lush forests, sunny skies and a close-knit community of just over 1,000 residents. At Gulf Island Seaplanes we’re proud to introduce our newest scheduled route – to & from Vancouve …
When you think of a floatplane, chances are you’ll be thinking of a De Havilland Canada DHC-2 Beaver. A workhorse for generations of pilots, the DHC-2 Beaver is a truly Canadian icon, and one that we’re proud to fly now and for many years to come. First introduced in 1948, the DHC-2 Beaver type has seen use in almost every field imaginab …
The de Havilland Canada DHC-2 Beaver has been a workhorse on the West Coast of British Columbia for over 70 years. First introduced in 1948, the DHC-2 Beaver has since gained a legendary reputation among bush pilots and aviation enthusiasts for its excellent performance, reliability and iconic appearance. As a testament to the outstanding durability …
With hundreds of islands and lakes available to visit by chartered flight we also offer a scheduled seaplane service between Gabriola Island BC and Vancouver International Airport. With a 12 minute flight that provides an opportunity to enjoy the mountains and shoreline of our beautiful west coast you may even glimpse some of the many marine animals that live along the way.
