Getting Here
Embark on your Cortes Island adventure with breathtaking views of the Northern Gulf Islands, whether you arrive by private boat, ferry, or seaplane. Though known as one of the more remote Gulf Islands, Cortes Island is far from ordinary, it offers a destination that feels like a world apart from the everyday.
Getting Here by Boat
The Gorge Harbour features a narrow, cliff-lined entrance leading to a well-protected basin with numerous anchoring options. On the north side, there is a public dock, and just to the west lies The Gorge Harbour Marina.
The Gorge Harbour Marina Resort is a cherished destination for boaters, offering the perfect blend of convenience and charm. Located at coordinates 50.099833, -125.024, the marina provides protected docks for boats of any size, ensuring a comfortable and secure place to tie up.
For more information, please visit our Marina page.
Getting Here by Road & Ferry
Discover the journey to Cortes Island by car and ferry! Start your adventure by catching a BC Ferries sailing from Vancouver (Horseshoe Bay) to Nanaimo (Departure Bay), a trip lasting 1 hour and 40 minutes. If you're traveling from Seattle, you can take the Tsawwassen (Vancouver) to Duke Point (Nanaimo) route, which takes approximately 2 hours.
From Nanaimo, drive north to Campbell River, a pleasant journey of about 1 hour and 40 minutes. Upon arrival, aboard the ferry to Quadra Island—a quick 10-minute trip—where you can conveniently purchase your fare to Cortes Island.
Alternatively, consider leaving your car in Campbell River and enjoy the convenience of a water taxi or seaplane directly to Cortes Island. See below for water taxi and seaplane options.
Once on Quadra Island, it's just a short 10-minute drive from Quathiaski Cove to Heriot Bay. From there, hop aboard the ferry to Cortes Island (Whaletown), a beautiful 45-minute crossing.
Upon reaching Cortes Island, it's only a brief 6-minute drive (or a leisurely 20-minute bike ride) to Gorge Harbour Marina Resort, where relaxation and adventure await. Prepare for an unforgettable island getaway!
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For BC Ferries Sailing Schedules go here.
Getting Here by Seaplane
Fly direct to our dock at Gorge Harbour Marina Resort !
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20 minutes Campbell River, BC
One hour from Vancouver, BC
Two hours from Seattle, WA
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CorilAir Charters (from Campbell River)
(Scheduled and Charter Service between Campbell River and region)
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Gulf Island Seaplanes (from Vancouver)
1-800-665-2359 | gulfislandseaplanes.com
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Harbour Air (from Vancouver or Victoria)
1-800-665-0212 | harbourair.com
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Kenmore Air (from Seattle)
1-866-435-9524 | kenmoreair.com
Kenmore Air offers Scheduled service to Gorge Harbour Marina Resort (YGE). Book schedules flights here.
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International and Domestic Air providers also fly between Vancouver International Airport and Campbell River or Comox including Air Canada, WestJet, Central Mountain Air and Pacific Coastal Airlines.
Land Shuttle and Water Taxi
Water Taxi between Campbell River or Powell River are available and must be booked in advance. Land shuttle or taxi are also available from Campbell River Airport, Comox Airport or Powell Airport to the water taxi or seaplane docks.
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Land Shuttles
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Campbell River Airport Shuttle (from Campbell River Airport - meets all commercial flights)
250-914-1010
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Ambassador Shuttle Service (from Comox Airport)
877-339-5252 | ambassadortransportation.net
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Water Taxi
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Discovery Launch Water Taxi (from Campbell River)
250-287-7577 | discoverylaunch.com
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Qaya Way West Transportation (from Campbell River)
250-286-3050 | waywest..ca
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Lund Water Taxi (from Lund)
250-287-7557 | lundwatertaxi.com