Small terminal. If you want to eat at the seasonal privately run Cove restaurant then arrive early…read moreenough to sit down and eat, then return to your vehicle beside the restaurant in the lanes. Otherwise takeout is an option. Or ferry food once aboard. Note that the cafeteria on the ferry heading to Sultry Bay is very minimal. Loading was efficient though the loading staff directed us to a narrow upper deck that was difficult to exit the vehicle or navigate the slender corridor between the railing and cars and mirrors sticking out. I left my walker behind. I have a handicap sticker clearly displayed on the rear view mirror so it seems the loading person doesn't take a handicapped sticker into consideration. I'm sure there are older folks not handicapped significantly that would also need to avoid the narrow ramped parking "shelf". Next time I'll let the gate person know of my need to access the elevator. Still, I'm not sure why he put us up that narrow deck when it's an suv regardless of a handicapped driver but direct the small sedans to the main decks. Then again everyone is practically driving an SUV these days. So, communication is key. Anyway you don't pay if going to Salrty Bay which I guess is local knowledge but the gate staff said nothing. Seems BC Ferry Staff give you as little info as possible and signage is typically poor in these smaller terminals. There is a small foot passenger booth/waiting area, probably appreciated in the winter. The views are scenic and the trip is of a moderate in length. I'm sure there are older ferry staff try their best.

So this is a FERRY TERMINAL, not a restaurant. There are reviews on here for the restaurant that…read moreis near the ferry terminal. This ferry terminal is the smallest one I've ever seen without a booth or lanes since so few people use it. It almost sneaks up on you when you hit the end of the highway.

We took the BC Ferry over to Vancouver Island with a car and booked our tickets online with zero…read moreissues. From start to finish--ticket purchase, boarding, departure, and arrival--the whole experience was seamless and well organized. The ferry itself is spacious with plenty of seating, both indoor and outdoor areas, so it never felt cramped. There's room to walk around, relax, enjoy the views, grab a bite to eat, and even browse a small gift shop. It felt more like part of the journey than just transportation. Food options onboard were okay--nothing memorable, but decent enough if you need something during the crossing. Overall, a comfortable, stress-free way to travel and a great start to a Victoria Island getaway.

Review #2 for 2026…read more We used the ferry to take a day trip to Victoria while in Vancouver. The ferry is big! You can even drive your own car on the ferry! There is plenty of seating!! No need to rush on board to be one of the first ones seated. Unless you plan on sleeping the entire trip, you will most likely be changing seats at some point. We sure did! We went to different places to get different views. There is both inside and outside seating. Sitting outside can get very cold and windy depending on the season. We went during mid-May and it was very cold and windy outside. Only went out for a little bit to look around and take pictures. They have a cafe inside and the prices are actually pretty decent. Food is premade, so I do not think you can customize very much. They just scoop it like at a cafeteria. The ferry itself is very affordable. I think it converted to about $25 round trip per person for the ferry. If you bring a car, it believe it does cost significantly more. If you get there early, like we did, you can also ask to board an earlier ferry as to not wait around. We were not thinking properly and refused to pay the few bucks to get on the earlier ferry and instead waited around for about an hour. They also tell you to get there and check in an hour before your ferry. Trust me, that is not necessary. There was other people who go there early like we did and we had to wait in the check in area. You were not allowed to go past the entrance to the inside waiting area until it was close to boarding time, like 15 minutes before. The inside waiting area has bathrooms and a store like cafe with snacks and coffee. After waiting, we regretted not paying the extra few bucks to just board on an earlier ferry so we could get going and have more time in Victoria! The trip takes about 1.5 hours each way. I do not know how much parking is here as we took an uber (expensive ~$90 EACH way) from downtown Vancouver. Know that this place is pretty far from downtown Vancouver and takes nearly an hour to get to!! They also have public transit that comes here for a fraction of the cost, but we had a group and a 14 month old so we did not want to navigate public transit and deal with transfers to get here. However, once you get to Victoria, there is a public bus you can take for a few dollars that will take you directly downtown and is way cheaper than a $60 uber ride. It will take about 45 minutes from the ferry station to downtown Victoria when you arrive. Next time we will rent our own car in Vancouver, ubers are expensive in Vancouver. Anyways, the ferry ride itself is pretty smooth. I have read that some people spotted whales, but there were no whales spotted during our ferry ride. Would I go on this ferry again? Yes! I plan on coming back to Vancouver in the future and I do plan on going back to Victoria as we did not have enough time to explore the island. I think the ferry is the only way to get here unless you arrive by certain cruise ships that stop in Victoria. However, the ferry is a very affordable way to get to Victoria. It is also very easy to navigate. It is just far from downtown Vancouver.

* SAILING CHANGES o4/14 *…read more Over 32 nautical miles to Comox. . This terminal also service Texada Island. There was barely enough to qualify a sailing, but off we went. We arrived in record time and since it was Daylight savings time last week it was still light when we made it to the resort. I Imagine it is a bit busier in the summer since they just invested the money in a small pavilion with washrooms.

Amazing. These Aquabus things are great. The staff is so…read moreinformative, friendly and resourceful, I rode to multiple stops, checked out places, then jumped back on to cruise around more! And it's extremely reasonable Kudos!

I've been on the Aquabus twice this past summer (& several times over past summers) & only now have…read moreI just realized - it's awesome. What took so long!? What a great way to see different angle views of False Creek. I've had guests staying over from overseas & they just absolutely loved it. The next time you're at Granville Island & have some extra time to kill, I'd highly recommend doing the round trip from Granville Island & back. It costs about $15 return & it's worth it. A day pass is also available for multiple trips as well - I highly recommend this option if you have a few hours to spare. Pay onboard. Do this during a clear blue sky summer day. If it's cloudy or overcast, don't bother. Staff are friendly & helpful. The seating is comfortable & you can get up to take pictures as you move through False Creek. Like I said I experienced the Aquabus twice this summer & found it so relaxing to be on the water after dinner. Kinda had sea legs after my last trip, when I got back & started walking. LOL. It's a great way to see False Creek along the water. Open daily from 7am till 915pm.

A Hidden Gem with a Big Heart!…read more We absolutely loved our ride on the Plover! For a very small price, you get a truly unique experience and a beautiful view of Blaine from the water. I went with my daughter and my young grandson--it was his very first time on a boat, and now he's totally hooked! The captain went out of his way to make it extra special for him, and I'm so grateful to the entire crew for making us feel so welcome. It's clear this little boat has a big heart. We'll definitely be riding again many times next summer! The ride between Semiahmoo and Blaine is smooth and scenic. It's just a short, easy walk to the resort and restaurant in Semiahmoo, and in Blaine, you're steps away from waterfront dining and charming shops. Don't miss this special experience. We love the Plover!

If you missed Disney's jungle cruise and wondered what a cannery themed one might be like, look no…read morefurther. This quaint water taxi is not fast, it's not got witty banter and it's not on rails but the captain and crew are kid friendly and there are seals and lots of birds. Take some time and enjoy a charming ferry ride.

Very clean and efficient ferry ride. They charge you $95 CAD, from Tsawwassen to Victoria and…read moreanother $95 CAD back. Everything is very clean and orderly upstairs too. There are snacks and cozy spots to sit. Occasionally, you'll see whales! It's great and everyone is so NICE! P.S. You cannot sit in your car, while the ferry is moving!

Taking the ferry between Vancouver and Victoria, British Columbia, shouldn't be so confusing, but…read moreit was for me. I started at the wrong "ferry terminal" that was for cruise ships only. I don't think it should be named a "ferry" terminal when it's a CRUISE SHIP TERMINAL. Well, we learned quickly and drove about an hour to this Tsawwassen Ferry Terminal. We didn't have reservations, but luckily we're able to board as "walk-ins". The ride was uneventful. There was a gift shop, cafeteria, and restrooms available. We had brought snacks, so we ate on board. We were able to walk around the outside of the ferry after we parked our car and made a note of what level and what stairway were closest. Overall, it was an alright experience. We know what to do next time!

A really nice way to get across false creek from one side to the other. The tickets are pretty…read morecheap at a few dollars each depending on where you're going - even if you don't have a particular destination, it's fun to just ride along. It's pretty hard to tell which direction the ferry is going next though unless you're very familiar with the routes, so make sure you ask the driver just in case. I find that the ones I've interacted with all ask you where you're going before letting you on, so at least I haven't taken the wrong boat yet. They have a zone system for ticketing and at first it was a bit confusing for which zone ticket was needed to go where. But they have nice maps at each stop so it wasn't too hard to decipher after awhile. The boat drivers were also pretty nice and were happy to answer questions about tickets. I took the boats during the Big Picnic event at David Lam park. There were other people on the boat but it was not crowded at all. Boats also came all the time and so we didn't have to wait much before ours came. The boat doors were left open when I rode the boats and so it was really nice to be able to take pictures and videos without obstruction from the windows or clear screens. The creek is relatively calm most of the time and the rides are short, so most people probably won't get sea sick.

A fabulous way to get to Granville Island from Vancouver's West End…read more We walked down Thurlow to the corner of Beach and found the False Creek Ferry docked near the aquatic center. They leave every 5 minutes. For a modest sum we ferried across to Granville Island. What a pleasant experience and easy way to go to Granville Island!

Departure Bay is located north side of Nanaimo. It only has one berth and it only goes to Horseshoe…read moreBay. I was surprised that this ferry terminal has a food court and gift shops. It is a much more convenient location for us in terms of heading home or getting to Nanaimo. We usually take Swartz Bay or Dupoint. Only complain about this terminal is that you have to drive into Nanaimo and the traffic is not always the best.

Departed from Horseshoe Bay to Nanaimo. PROTIP- if you're taking car onto ferry you must enter from…read morehighway (for those who are staying in Horseshoe Bay). Arrive 1hr to 30m earlier than departure time. You'll end up waiting on long car line to enter ferry. You are allowed to exit your car after you enter line- so u can get coffee or use the bathroom. You have to get back to your car 20/30m before departure time. Then you drive to enter ferry. Park. And go up to enjoy the views, cafe and gift shop. We were lucky to see Orcas and enjoy a big brekkie for CAD$18.49. Starbucks for $2.50! Cruise is 1.5 hours with lots of indoor and outdoor scenic views. Staff and peeps were super nice and helpful. Pets ok to transport too! There's a little kids play room as well.

To the deck boss on the 8.20am Saltery Bay to Powell River ferry this morning,could you be any…read morelazier and care less about doing your job. Try adjusting the ramp so cars don't bottom out and possibly damage them. BC ferries has a culture of absolutely not giving a .....,and now is run by Nicholas Jimenez who couldn't organize breakfast at a Tim Hortons.

Use their website and book a cheap early ferry. Sign in to make your booking quicker and 3 seconds…read morelater your sailing is gone. Refresh the page and it's open now but instead of $49 it's $95. They are the biggest scumbags in the travel game. At least when you're booking with west jet they reserve your seat until the booking process is done.

Kelli and his staff are delightful! Treat your family to this 10-15 minute voyage over to Savary…read moreIsland. Kelli is a friendly, knowledgeable and entertaining guide. Thanks for the tip on South Beach Kelli - it was perfect. We'll be back again. Highly recommended!!

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