Travel Information: Getting here
We actually prefer the information provided at the excellent website of The Surf Lodge, one of the venues and the official accommodations for the Festival. Go there for maps and more detailed information.
Here are some links to help you plan:
BC Ferries
Nanaimo to Gabriola Schedule
West
Van to Nanaimo Schedule
Vancouver South (Tsawwassen) to Nanaimo Schedule
Float Planes
Tofino Air (direct
to Gabriola) (1-800-665-2359)
Harbour Air (1-800-665-0212)
Westcoast
Air (604-683-6525)
Taxi on Gabriola: 247-0049
The Gabriola Taxi company has a car available which can accommodate 4 people. If there are more in your party you may wish to call in advance to arrange pickup via a larger vehicle.
Venues
The Phoenix Auditorium - Turn left off the ferry, follow the signs to The Haven Resort at 240 Davis Road. Phone (250) 247-9211, or 1-877 247 9238.
The Roxy - 560 North Road, across the street from the Village, next to Suzy's Restaraunt. theroxy@shaw.ca.
The Surf Lodge -Turn left off the ferry, follow the signs to 885 Berry Point Road. info@surflodge.com or 250-247-9231.
The Commons - across the street from Gabriola Elementary School on North Road. Email naomi@naomiwakan.com for information on the workshop at the Commons.
The Island of Peace Yoga Studio - in the village, next to Raven Feeds.