Do you want to reel in a Pacific salmon? Go beachcombing on a private white sand beach, explore the forested trails of a marine park, and visit a historical homestead? Or, perhaps you would prefer an onboard picnic, gourmet meal or relaxing sunset cruise? Whatever your lifestyle or pace, our excursions offer something unique for everyone.
Explore Encounter Enjoy
An Adventure for Everyone
Explore Encounter Enjoy
An Adventure for Everyone
Do you want to reel in a Pacific salmon? Go beachcombing on a private white sand beach, explore the forested trails of a marine park, and visit a historical homestead? Or, perhaps you would prefer an onboard picnic, gourmet meal or relaxing sunset cruise? Whatever your lifestyle or pace, our excursions offer something unique for everyone.
Fishing
Experience the excitement of catching a Pacific salmon, jig for rockfish, or harvest crab or prawns. Premium equipment, bait & tackle, and cleaning of your catch is included.
Sunset Cruise
Take a relaxing, leisurely cruise of offshore islands, while enjoying panoramic views and a breathtaking sunset. Soak up the warm light of magic hour as the sun drops into the sea.
Picnic Cruise
Explore the rocky coastlines of offshore islands, spot wildlife and an eagles nest, enjoy an on-board picnic, and go for a swim if weather allows.
Fishing
Experience the excitement of catching a Pacific salmon, jig for rockfish, or harvest crab or prawns. Premium equipment, bait & tackle, and cleaning of your catch is included.
Sunset Cruise
Take a relaxing, leisurely cruise of offshore islands, while enjoying panoramic views and a breathtaking sunset. Soak up the warm light of magic hour as the sun drops into the sea.
Picnic Cruise
Explore the rocky coastlines of offshore islands, spot wildlife and an eagles nest, enjoy an on-board picnic, and go for a swim if weather allows.
Jedediah Island
Cruise to a secluded marine park and explore nature trails through old growth forests, a meadow with wild sheep, and a historic homestead surrounded by rocky coves and beaches.
Thormanby Island
Enjoy a scenic ocean tour to this exclusive island paradise. Beachcomb long stretches of pristine white sand, swim in the warm tidal waters, bring a picnic to savour on the beach.
Secret Cove
Watch for whales as you cruise across the Strait of Georgia to the Sunshine Coast, and award winning Rockwater Resort. Enjoy a West Coast gourmet meal in their diningroom overlooking the ocean.
Memorial Cruise
Gather with an intimate group of family and friends to scatter your loved one's ashes, surrounded by the tranquil beauty of the open ocean.
Custom Charters
We offer many different opportunities to get out on the water: floating boardroom for business or staff meetings, intimate weddings, water taxi...have a special request? Just ask us!
Please contact us if you require more information.
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Everything you need to know before, during and after your adventure.
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GETTING HERE
Nanoose Bay is a rural community of 5,000 residents, located between the cities of Nanaimo and Parksville. Fairwinds Marina is located at
3521 Dolphin Drive.
Driving from Parksville: 13kms from Resort Drive ~14 minutes south
Driving from Nanaimo: 30kms from Departure Bay Ferry terminal ~30 minutes north
Free parking at the marina
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