Getting to Salt Spring Island
VERIFY BEFORE LAUNCH — sailing frequencies and
reservation rules change seasonally; confirm current details at bcferries.com.
By ferry (most guests)
| Route | From | Arrives | Approx. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Swartz Bay → Fulford Harbour | Victoria side | South end | ~35 min |
| Tsawwassen → Long Harbour | Vancouver side | East side | ~1.5–3 h (some via other islands) |
| Crofton → Vesuvius | Vancouver Island (Duncan) | North end | ~25 min |
Bringing a car in July–August? Reserve the Tsawwassen–Long Harbour sailing ahead; the Victoria-side routes are first-come, first-served — arrive early on summer weekends.
By floatplane
Harbour Air and Salt Spring Air fly from downtown Vancouver and YVR South directly into Ganges Harbour — about 35 minutes, and a spectacular way to arrive.
Once you're on-island
The cabin is a 10–15 minute drive from any of the three terminals. A car is the easy option; there's also a modest island bus and taxis in Ganges.