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 …
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 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 …
Silva Bay Resort & Marina is designed to be a gathering place for boaters, locals and visitors alike in this beautiful corner of Gabriola Island. Currently under development, Silva Bay Resort & Marina will feature a new 16-room luxury hotel designed with environmentally-conscious materials and landscaping. The resort will also contain a new …
Flying on our floatplane service is more than just the most scenic way to travel between Gabriola island and Vancouver International Airport – it’s also by far the most convenient and cost-effective . Let’s say you need to go from Gabriola to Vancouver International Airport (YVR) in order catch a flight there to another city – …
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 …
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 …
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 …
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 …
We are excited to announce our new whale watching day trips in partnership with Vancouver Island Whale Watch to be held on August 21st. With minimum and maximum groups of five guests, these trips are a great choice for families and friends to travel as a group! These tours begin at 8:40 a.m. at the South Terminal Floatplane Dock at Vancouver Interna …
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 …
When it comes to the travelling the West Coast of British Columbia, there’s a reason so may people choose to travel by floatplane. Able to land in almost any sheltered inlet or bay, floatplanes are both the most convenient and quick way to travel along our rugged coastlines. As you might expect, travelling by floatplane is far quicker than tak …
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.
