Ferry Travel on British Columbia Ferries

If you and your family are planning to take some Holidays in Canada, then ferry travel is a must if visiting the west coast.

Taking a journey on one of the many routes ‘BC Ferries‘ has to offer is simply a ‘must do’ plan that should not be missed.

The scenery on any one of the routes is nothing short of breathtaking!

Ferry travel on one of the world’s safest and largest fleet in the world, is an experience that must be included in your family holiday plans.

Here’s a nice video courtesy of ‘BC Ferries‘. The clip gives you a glimpse of what to expect when you take a ride on one of their many ships.

Enjoy …

Having grown up on the west coast of Vancouver Island in Victoria BC and having taken the ferry more times than I possibly can remember and I’m still amazed by the natural beauty when making the crossing from Victoria to Vancouver.

Our Holidays for Family travels have included visits to many beautiful places in the world over the years, but when you experience ferry travel as this, the spectacular scenery still always ceases to amaze me.

Spectacular Scenery – BC Ferry Travel

“Beautiful Active Pass & Lighthouse”

“Amazing Scenery on Route”

The BC Ferry service is operated by the Provincial Government in British Columbia. They are presently the biggest passenger service in North America for ferry travel.

The present fleet of ships is at 36 with many of the ships having been refurbished over the years. The present fleet serves 49 different locations surrounding the BC coast.

The most popular routes are from the mainland or Vancouver area to/from the cities of Victoria and Nanaimo on Vancouver Island.  This crossing take approximately 1 ½ hours each way, giving you just enough time to enjoy a meal  and take in the natural beauty.

All the passenger ferries are equipped to handle vehicle traffic large and small.  There are 2 beautiful ‘super ferries’ operating between these routes that are capable of handling 2100 passengers with crew members and 470 vehicles.

“British Columbia Passenger Ferry”

From semi transport trucks moving goods to and from the mainland to Recreational Vehicles to bicycles, BC has made ferry travel is easy for every one of all needs.

Ferry Travel Made Easy – Walk On or Drive On

You can walk on as a foot passenger, take a bus or ride in personal vehicle, it’s up to you. During peak times of the year (May – Sept) if you’re driving, making reservations is simple and highly recommended.

Things get very busy, especially during the peak summer months with tourists taking their Holidays in Canada and visiting the Islands on the west coast.

Many of the smaller ferries travel the many surrounding Gulf Islands and Discovery Islands on the west coast of Canada.  Each island is unique in its own way, just waiting for you to explore.  Family camping trips, hiking, kayaking, bird watching, beach combing, it’s all here waiting for you and your family to enjoy.

Many times making the scenic crossing by ferry travel, we’ve seen killer whales just yards away from the ship, sea lions, seals and other amazing marine life. The ships are designed for tourist travel, with outdoor viewing decks surrounding the vessel and equipped with all the amenities you may need.

Buffet style restaurants, coffee shops, convenience stores, washrooms, private areas and much more. Ferry travel has never been so good on these ships.

Visit BC Ferries for trip routes, schedules, prices, reservations and much more!

I’ve included some handy links that may be of assistance when planning and searching for more information on BC Ferry travel.

• BC Ferries Reservations … and ferry schedules
• Fares … with convenient downloadable files
• Destinations … fully ferry routes available
• BC Ferries Vacations … unique holiday travel agency

Something new for BC Ferries is they now have their own unique travel agency. Their office is conveniently located in downtown Vancouver, as well, I have included a link above that will take you directly to their interactive website.

“Pass By the Many Beautiful Coastal Gulf Islands”

Their experienced staff will assist in planning and booking your experiences and Holidays in British Columbia.

It’s a great time to start planning your holidays.  Why not consider taking your Holidays in Canada this year and enjoying ferry travel on the west coast in Beautiful British Columbia!

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Robert Tellier
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Nothing beats ferry travel on the west coast of Canada.