Galiano Island
Thinking of bringing your bike on your island adventure? A dozen bikes fit on the boats between Hope Bay, Horton & Lyall Harbours (Pender - Mayne - Saturna). But, there is only capacity for 2 bicycles on each boat from Salt Spring/Galiano, so please email Chris at info@aqualink.ca to confirm there is room for your bike!
Water Taxi Schedules
Community Bus
The Galiano Community Bus has incorporated the water taxi’s arrivals and departures. It will meet the water taxi arriving at Sturdies at 8:45 am, 10:45 am, 4:45 pm, and 6:45 pm.
Please note that the bus will not be operating between approximately 12:30 pm and 4:30 pm on Saturday, and from 12:30 pm to 2:30 pm on Sunday. Please plan accordingly.
To request a stop please email galianobus@gmail.com
There are many attractions within walking distance from the dock as well as around the island such as the General Store.
We look forward to welcoming you!
Music + Events
Galiano Saturday Market
Sat, 10 am to 2 pm
Visit this vibrant collection of venders showcasing local art, fresh baking, farm produce, and so much more!
Galiano Museum
Sat, 1-3 pm & Sun, 11-2pm
Through artifacts, photographs, and community storytelling, the Museum honours the island's First Nations heritage, early settlers, and the generations who continue to shape life here today.
Special thanks to our Galiano sponsors & supporters!
Walking around Galiano
Yellowhouse Art Centre (2 mins)
Oxeye (3 mins)
Bellhouse Park (22 mins)
Saturday Market (19 mins)
Matthews Point (46 mins)
The Bluffs (59 mins)
Galiano Oceanfront Inn and Spa (4 mins)
Sturdies Bay
Explore Galiano Island , on bicycle. Why? Check out this article for ideas for a perfect day, with overnight option and second day adventures. Click here for bicycle rental options & contacts!
Join us on June 20th & 21st
Locations
Mt. Galiano
All day!
Generally considered a moderately challenging route, it takes an average of 2 h 2 min to complete. This is a popular trail for hiking, but you can still enjoy some solitude during quieter times of day.
Montague Campground
All day!
Beaches, open meadows, tidal lagoons, towering forests, craggy headlands and abundant bird life are just a few of the things that attract visitors to this park in the southern Gulf Islands.
Montague Harbour
Sat / Sun 9 am to 4 pm
There are hiking and walking trails nearby, as well as excellent crabbing and fishing. Enjoy excellent meals on our deck restaurant overlooking the Harbour!
Valley Grill
Oxeye
Sat 8am - 2pm
Serving Delicious treats, coffee and bread with a boutique shop to explore while you wait.
Sat / Sun 12 to 7 pm
Valley Grill is a mobile eatery located in the beautiful Georgeson valley with a diverse menu including vegetarian options!
Sat 10 am to 2 pm
Spend your Saturday in the sunshine to check out food vendors, crafters, artists and local organizations
Saturday Market
at the Lions Club
Bellhouse Prov. Park
All day!
a lovely spot for a picnic with a short trail through Garry oak meadows leads the rocky shoreline, where visitors can try their hand at fishing for salmon and cod
Matthews Point
All day!
Includes a scenic trail providing opportunities for hiking, horseback riding, or birdwatching. The views along the way offer a stunning look over Active Pass!
Bluffs Park Lookout
All day!
The Bluffs Nature Protection Area comprises approximately 139 hectares of green space (forest, cliff and meadow ecosystems), with hiking trails throughout, bisected by Bluff Road.
Galiano Museum
Sun from 11-2 or by appointment
Learn about Galiano’s rich and divers history of the island’s Indigenous people, and settlers by visiting the Galiano Museum Society’s collection of artifacts, art, photos and videos.
Our Relatives, the Islands
The Southern Gulf Islands have a rich and dense Indigenous history, which means each of the five islands have been spoken to or about in one or more language long before English or written letters existed.
Let us treat these islands as our relatives and learn about the places we live in or visit. The Southern Gulf Islands Tourism Partnership has put together a list of place names in SENĆOŦEN and Hul’quimi’num.
Is where you’re standing right now on the list?