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 …
Global travel authority Lonely Planet has unveiled its top 10 countries, cities and regions to visit next year with the release of Lonely Planet’s Best in Travel 2022. Best in Travel 2022 is Lonely Planet’s 17th annual collection of the world’s hottest destinations and the must-have travel experiences for the year ahead. This edition places particu …
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 …
Across large stretches of the West Coast of British Columbia, roads and highways are at a premium with isolated communities and islands spread across this vast area. When it comes to travelling from place to place along the West Coast, often there only two options – to go by water or by air. Many visitors and residents choose to travel by fer …
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 …
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 …
Gulf Island Seaplanes offers a convenient, safe and memorable way to explore the breathtaking beauty of the west coast of BC making it a preferred choice for travelers seeking adventures and discovery in this coastal paradise. Whether you’re travelling for leisure or business, we strive to ensure a seamless and enjoyable experience from booking to touchdown. Come fly with us!
