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August 11, 2026| 26

Direct Flights between YVR South Floatplane Terminal & Hornby Island

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 the Sout …

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February 20, 2024| 6

Gulf Island Seaplanes Awarded Sustainable Tourism Bronze Certification

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 …

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August 7, 2022| 5

Introducing our New Livery

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 …

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December 16, 2021| 4

Exploring the Southern Gulf Islands

The Southern Gulf Islands of British Columbia are renowned for their beauty, tranquility and abundant animal life – both on land and in the surrounding waters. Gulf Island Seaplanes is your link to the Southern Gulf Islands. We offer regularly scheduled flights between our base at Silva Bay on Gabriola Island to the floatplane terminal at Vanc …

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November 19, 2021| 4

Why You Should Charter Your Own Seaplane Service

The world of travel is beginning to open up once again and so are the possibilities of new journeys for work and pleasure. Breathtaking chartered flights with Gulf Island Seaplanes can take you to tiny remote islands and spectacular resorts that commercial flights do not reach. Our warm and friendly staff will be ready to welcome you with a smile as …

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November 2, 2021| 5

Gabriola Island: A Year Round Destination

Situated just minutes away from the port city of Nanaimo, picturesque Gabriola Island is well known for its beautiful beaches, breathtaking views and a vibrant cultural scene reflected in its well-earned reputation as the “Isle of the Arts”.   Whether you’re visiting for the day or staying a few nights, Gabriola features a wide range of exciting act …

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October 15, 2021| 4

Introducing Our New Logo

We’re very excited to introduce our new look here at Gulf Island Seaplanes – one that reflects our proud heritage as an Indigenous-owned airline here on the West Coast of British Columbia. Designed by Tom Spetter, Lead Designer at the Victoria-based digital agency Animikii Inc . , our new logo features strong local Indigenous artistic infl …

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September 24, 2021| 4

Gulf Island Seaplanes – The Most Convenient Way to Travel!

When people think of travelling by floatplane, they usually think if scenic flights where the journey, not the destination, is the main selling point. Given the abundant beauty of the West Coast we can definitely understand why many people think this way – but at Gulf Island Seaplanes we’re proud to provide floatplane services that are …

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January 6, 2022| 8

Visit Stunning Gabriola Island With Us in 2022!

Known far and wide as a sanctuary of serenity, Gabriola Island is one of the more than 200 Gulf Islands located in the Strait of Georgia. Situated just five kilometres east of Nanaimo on Vancouver Island, Gabriola is home to a wide array of talented local artists who have earned it the title ‘Isle of the Arts’. Situated on the eastern corner of Gabr …

August 13, 2021| 5

Gabriola Island Experiences Packages

Gulf Island Seaplanes is proud to provide outstanding Experiences Packages for our guests through partnering with a number of local businesses and organizations here on Gabriola Island. All of the following packages include round trip flights from the floatplane terminal at Vancouver International Airport to Silva Bay on Gabriola Island, transportat …

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January 11, 2022| 4

Places to Visit on Gabriola in 2022

Situated near Vancouver Island in the scenic Strait of Georgia, Gabriola Island is well known for its beautiful beaches, breathtaking views and a thriving cultural scene that has earned it the name of “Isle of the Arts”. Whether you’re visiting for the day or staying a few nights, Gabriola features a wide range of exciting activities for all interes …