Travel

Travel Note

Beware of the Ferries

Please note that you must take a ferry to get on to the island. You will find options from Swartz Bay in Victoria and Tsawwassen in Vancouver. There is only a set amount of ferries each day so ensure you have your travel planned! Please note that if you are coming from Victoria, the ferry is NOT BOOKABLE so we recommend trying to arrive early on the Friday or Saturday to ensure you make a ferry. The ferry from Vancouver is bookable to Pender Island, so we recommend making a reservation.

Travel Note

Venue Location

Please be aware that the venue is located on NORTH Pender Island, not South Pender Island. While accommodation is limited, we recommend trying to stay on North Pender Island if possible as you will be much closer to the venue. The two islands are connected by a bridge, so you can drive between both if you do end up staying on South Pender Island.

Travel Note

Accommodation

As Pender Island is a small community, there is a limited amount of accommodation available. We strongly recommend booking your accommodation as soon as possible. There are a few small hotels, bed and breakfasts, AirBnbs, VRBOs, and camping options. If you are having trouble finding accommodation or have any questions, please feel free to shoot us a text or email! We have become very familiar with the options on Pender and are happy to help if we can :)

Hotel

Port Browning Marina Resort

This is a Marina and Campground located directly beside the venue, and right on the ocean. We have reserved all of the glamping tents already for close friends of the Bride & Groom. If you are open to camping, this is a beautiful campground, only a 30 second walk from the venue and also has a pool! To book a campground, please do so through the Port Browning website linked below.

Hotel

WOODS on Pender - Airstreams

We have booked all of the hotel rooms and rustic cabins at this property which have been reserved for immediate family. However, they also have a selection of renovated Airstreams that can be booked. It is a lovely property and only a short drive or 20-30 min walk from the venue (about 1.7km).

Hotel

AirBnb

There is a selection of AirBnBs on the island. Pender Island is relatively large, so please check the distance from your accommodation to the venue prior to booking to ensure that it will suit your travel plans. As well, when browsing on AirBnB, sometimes it shows listings on the nearby Gulf Islands, so double check that your AirBnB is on Pender Island.

Hotel

VRBO & Private Rentals

Similar to AirBnB, there is a selection of VRBO's and private rentals on the island. We recommend searching online to find some unique options like these.

Travel Note

Cars Recommended

We strongly recommend bringing your car, or travelling with someone who has a car, to Pender Island. The island is not very walkable and the venue is about 6km from the ferry terminal. Plus, your accommodation may be even further depending on where you are staying. If you are travelling from farther away, you could rent a car in Victoria if necessary. If you have any questions about this, please let us know.

Flight

To Our Guests Flying In

For our guests who will be flying to BC for the wedding - we are so excited and grateful to have you joining us! Please note that we recommend flying into Victoria, not Vancouver. Victoria has frequent ferries to Pender Island, whereas there are only a couple ferries per day from Vancouver to Pender Island.