Travel Info

The following directions are for road travel. You can also fly to nearby Comox Airport (YQQ) or arrive at Ford Cove by boat or by float plane. Please inquire...we're happy to help you plan your travel.

If you're driving, carpooling is always a good idea. Share the driving and get to know your dive buddies a little better.

US guests - remember your passport :)

Arrival Time

Check in time is 3pm - 8pm. Early or late check in is possible, just let us know.

We recommend the 12:45pm sailing from Tsawwassen or the 12:30pm sailing from Horseshoe Bay. This will put you at Hornby by 5pm.

We love it if you call us from Buckley Bay to confirm your arrival time (250) 335-2807.

Ferries

Reservations and schedules are available online at www.bcferries.com or by calling 1-888-BCFERRY. You need a credit card to make a reservation. We highly recommend making a reservation if you are traveling during peak times (school or statutory holidays, Friday afternoon or Sunday afternoon).

Last Ferry

The last connecting ferry from Vancouver Island to Hornby is 6:00 pm (or 10:00 pm on Friday evenings). Take this into account when making your travel plans.

BC Ferries Experience Card

To save on travel costs, we recommend that you purchase a BC Ferries Experience Card.

You can get the card at Buckley Bay. You preload the card with $75 credit, then the card is debited at the discounted rate which is about half the regular rate. The remaining credit does not expire and can be used to get the discount rate on most of the BC Ferries minor routes (eg Quadra Island, Thetis Island, etc). This is the same discount as the paper ferry tickets.

Driving Directions

1) Travel to Vancouver Island

Several ferry connections are available between Mainland BC and Vancouver Island. Most people come via Tsawwassen or Horseshoe Bay. We recommend using reservations where available. BC Ferries can be reached at 1-888-BCFERRY or at www.bcferries.com

2) Drive to Buckley Bay

Buckley Bay is 1 hour north of Nanaimo, 3 hours north of Victoiria, or 30 minutes south of the Comox Valley. From the Highway 19 (Island Highway), take Exit 101 to Buckley Bay. A short connecting road brings you from the main highway directly to the ferry terminal.

Oceanside Route 19a (Old Island Highway) is an alternative that takes you along the waterfront, directly past the Buckley Bay ferry terminal. Allow extra time to enjoy this scenic route.

3) Ferry to Denman Island

A ten-minute ferry crossing from Buckley Bay brings you to Denman Island. A short drive across Denman brings you to Gravelly Bay. Just follow the signs and the traffic.

4) Ferry to Hornby Island

From Gravelly Bay, another ten-minute ferry ride brings you to Hornby. Follow Central Road to the four way stop at the Co-op grocery store (it's the only four way stop on the island…you can't miss it). Turn right and travel to Ford Cove. Our driveway is directly opposite the walkway to the marina, and is clearly marked.