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.
Radisson Blu Vancouver Airport Hotel & Marina

Radisson Blu Vancouver Airport Hotel & Marina

4 out of 5
3500 Cessna Dr Richmond BC
The price is ฿4,237 per night from 9 Mar to 10 Mar
฿4,237
฿4,964 total
9 Mar - 10 Mar
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! (5,064 reviews)
Yes

Reviewed on 1 Mar 2026

Radisson Blu Vancouver Airport Hotel & Marina
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. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (11,383 reviews)
Great

Reviewed on 1 Mar 2026

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River Rock Casino Resort
Fairmont Vancouver Airport In-Terminal Hotel

Fairmont Vancouver Airport In-Terminal Hotel

4.5 out of 5
3111 Grant McConachie Way Richmond BC
The price is ฿7,629 per night from 1 Apr to 2 Apr
฿7,629
฿8,938 total
1 Apr - 2 Apr
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 ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (7,334 reviews)
It was a quick & easy transition to boarding a plane. Great location

Reviewed on 1 Mar 2026

Fairmont Vancouver Airport In-Terminal Hotel
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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! (335 reviews)
I love the cottages, we've been there several times. My only piece of feedback is that the 5 pm check in and 10 am check out is not consistent with what I've experienced at other places I've booked, and I think is a bit unreasonable. The ferries arrive well before that time, and it just doesn't feel ...

Reviewed on 17 Feb 2026

The Cottages on Salt Spring Island
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 ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (237 reviews)
Clean, amazing location and amenities!

Reviewed on 6 Feb 2026

Cusheon Lake Resort
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 ...
10/10 Exceptional! (1 review)
Beautiful suite with a great view in a convenient location. Highly recommended. Thank you for a great stay.

Reviewed on 18 Feb 2026

Mariner's Loft
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Popular places to visit

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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
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
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

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

Galiano Island Community Library

Galiano Island Community Library is just one of the places to see in Galiano, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Make some time to visit the spas while you're in the area.

Galiano Island Community Library

Cities near Southern Gulf Islands

Salt Spring Island showing island views and a bay or harbour

Salt Spring Island

Public piano in downtown Duncan, BC (September 2019) #LocalSecrets

Duncan