Southern Gulf Islands Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Lovely little harbour in the south of Salt Spring Island where the ferries for Swartz bay on Vancouver Island leave.
Lovely little harbour in the south of Salt Spring Island where the ferries for Swartz bay on Vancouver Island leave.
Approaching Long Harbour, Salt Spring Island by ferry from Tsawwassen ferry terminal, Vancouver. Salt Spring is one of the Gulf Islands in the Strait of Georgia between mainland British Columbia, Canada and Vancouver Island. It is the largest, most populous and most frequently visited of the Southern Gulf Islands. Nonetheless it is stunningly beautiful and has a peaceful and tranquil feel away from the main town of Ganges.
Watching a pod of Killer Whales as they hunt fish in the Gulf Islands
Hedge art iconic to British Columbia's capital city, Victoria. Parliament buildings in the background.
River Rock Casino Resort

River Rock Casino Resort

4 out of 5
8811 River Road Richmond BC
Stay at this luxury resort in Richmond. Enjoy a full-service spa, 5 restaurants and a marina. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (10,772 reviews)
Everything was clean, Staff were lovely and after a 22 hour travel day, it was quick and easy to get settled.

Reviewed on 12 Jan 2026

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River Rock Casino Resort
Radisson Blu Vancouver Airport Hotel & Marina

Radisson Blu Vancouver Airport Hotel & Marina

4 out of 5
3500 Cessna Dr Richmond BC
The price is Rp1.951.179 per night from 18 Jan to 19 Jan
Rp1.951.179
Rp2.286.001 total
18 Jan - 19 Jan
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Richmond. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (4,325 reviews)
really good and affordable hotel

Reviewed on 8 Jan 2026

Radisson Blu Vancouver Airport Hotel & Marina
Fairmont Vancouver Airport In-Terminal Hotel

Fairmont Vancouver Airport In-Terminal Hotel

4.5 out of 5
3111 Grant McConachie Way Richmond BC
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The price is Rp3.877.002 per night from 2 Feb to 3 Feb
Rp3.877.002
Rp4.542.297 total
2 Feb - 3 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Richmond. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant in ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (7,121 reviews)
Always complicated waiting for the key to the upper level, others fine

Reviewed on 12 Jan 2026

Fairmont Vancouver Airport In-Terminal Hotel
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Cusheon Lake Resort

Cusheon Lake Resort

3 out of 5
171 Natalie Lane Salt Spring Island BC
Stay at this beach cabin in Salt Spring Island. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a private beach. Popular attractions Cusheon Lake and Salt Spring Vineyards ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (229 reviews)
Beautiful location, cozy clean cabin, very comfortable space and beds. Kitchen worked great for ours group!

Reviewed on 11 Jan 2026

Cusheon Lake Resort
The Cottages on Salt Spring Island

The Cottages on Salt Spring Island

3.5 out of 5
315 Robinson Road Salt Spring Island BC
Stay at this cottage in Salt Spring Island. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and balconies or patios. Popular attractions Mistaken Identity Vineyards and Salt ...
9/10 Wonderful! (329 reviews)
The cottage design was beyond expectation,,was clean but we left it cleaner, lower bedroom sheets had aweful staining that should never been on the bed, we received replacement sheets promply. It was new years and the fireplace would not work and the request for help was ignored,or didn't get passed ...

Reviewed on 8 Jan 2026

The Cottages on Salt Spring Island
Mariner's Loft

Mariner's Loft

4 out of 5
118 Rainbow Rd Salt Spring Island BC
Stay at this aparthotel in Salt Spring Island. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Ganges Marina and Spa by Lenice are ...
Mariner's Loft
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Popular places to visit

Sit by the ocean, shop the Saturday Farmer's market, or sample the island-made wines and goat's cheese on Salt Spring island.

Salt Spring Saturday Market

You can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Salt Spring Saturday Market during your trip to Ganges. Wander the waterfront and beaches in the area.

Salt Spring Saturday Market
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Saltspring Marina

Explore the waterfront in Ganges with a trip to Saltspring Marina. Wander the seaside and beaches in the area.

Saltspring Marina
Beautiful spot on Galiano Island

Montague Harbour Marine Provincial Park

You can take time to visit Montague Harbour Marine Provincial Park during your travels to Galiano. While you're in the area, stroll along the waterfront.

Montague Harbour Marine Provincial Park
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Garry Oaks Winery

You can enjoy a tasting or tour at Garry Oaks Winery during your travels to Salt Spring Island. While you're in the area, stroll along the seaside.

Garry Oaks Winery

Ganges Marina

Explore the waterfront in Ganges with a trip to Ganges Marina. Wander the seaside and beaches in the area.

Ganges Marina

Salt Spring Island Visitor Centre

Salt Spring Island Visitor Centre is just one of the places to see in Ganges, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Wander the waterfront and beaches in the area.

Salt Spring Island Visitor Centre

Cities near Southern Gulf Islands

Wide-angle lens shot of a town near the sea in Vancouver, Canada

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