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Silva Bay Seaplane Base (SYF)
Silva Bay Seaplane Base is a water aerodrome on Gabriola Island serving the Gulf Islands and the Nanaimo area of British Columbia. Compare transfer options to Nanaimo, Vancouver, and nearby island destinations, and plan your onward journey with ease.
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About Silva Bay Seaplane Base
Silva Bay Seaplane Base is a small water aerodrome on Gabriola Island in British Columbia, serving the Gulf Islands and the Nanaimo area. It provides scheduled and charter seaplane connections, primarily between the island and Vancouver, for residents and visitors.
Located at Silva Bay on the southern side of Gabriola Island, the base operates as a public seaplane facility rather than a conventional airport. Flights use the protected waters of Silva Bay, with a compact floatplane terminal at Silva Bay Resort handling check-in, arrivals, and passenger assistance.
The base is reached from Nanaimo by a short ferry crossing to Gabriola Island followed by a road journey to Silva Bay. Onward travel options include taxis, the island's community bus, private transfers, and personal vehicles, making it a practical gateway for island and coastal travel in the region.
Terminal Overview
Terminals
Silva Bay Seaplane Base operates as a small seaplane facility with a single floatplane terminal located at Silva Bay Resort on Gabriola Island. It has no conventional passenger terminals; scheduled and charter seaplane services depart from the dock area.
Ground Transportation Services to and from Silva Bay Seaplane Base
Transfers
Book private transfers from Silva Bay Seaplane Base to accommodations, ferry connections, and other locations across Gabriola Island and the Nanaimo area.
Hourly Chauffeur
Arrange an hourly chauffeur for flexible travel from Silva Bay around Gabriola Island, ferry links to Nanaimo, or business and leisure trips in the region.
Car Rental
Rent a car for independent travel around Gabriola Island and onward journeys to Nanaimo and other nearby destinations after arriving at Silva Bay Seaplane Base.
Bus & Group Transfers
Organize minibuses or charter vehicles for groups traveling between Silva Bay Seaplane Base, ferry terminals, event venues, and other destinations on Gabriola Island and nearby areas.
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