The Sunshine Coast & Sonora Island

Located at the very northern tip of the Sunshine Coast, near Powell River, Lund is the gateway to Desolation Sound, Savary Island and the Copeland Islands. The pristine waters, undisturbed woodlands and abundant wildlife opens up opportunities for exploring the great outdoors. Navigation from Vancouver, along the Sunshine Coast is by road and ferry, or you may choose to take the ferry from Comox on Vancouver Island.

Located in Farewell Harbour on Berry Island, this west-coast inspired waterfront retreat features 10 acres of private forest. Set within the Broughton Archipelago Marine Park, and on the southern edge of the Great Bear Rainforest, this is a magical place featuring some of nature’s most charismatic wildlife. Expect wild Orca’s skipping over blue Pacific waves and Grizzlies foraging in coastal estuaries. The lodge provides water taxi transportation from Alder Bay Resort, which is five hours north of Victoria. Alternatively you can take a float plane into Port McNeill from where the resort will collect you.

Sonora Resort, part of the luxurious Relais & Chateaux hotel group, is a shimmering jewel amidst the wild beauty and pristine waters of British Columbia’s west coast, yet this astonishing natural setting is just a 50 minute flight from Vancouver or a little over one hour’s boat ride from Campbell River on Vancouver Island.

LocationSitting in the tiny fishing village of Egmont, West Coast Wilderness Lodge is located on the Sunshine Coast; renowned as one of the prettiest coastlines in Canada. It is a scenic three hour car and ferry journey or 45 minute floatplane ride from downtown Vancouver.  AccommodationComprising just 26 guestrooms, each boasting incredible panoramas of the ocean or forest, all accommodations provide an idyllic retreat of quiet serenity. Inspiration for their design has been taken from nature, featuring natural woods and a soothing colour palette. Expect a private patio, flat screen television and mini-refrigerator in all rooms and the added benefit of a sitting area in suites.FacilitiesAs the name would suggest, this lodge offers a wilderness adventure. Located three kilometres from Skookumchuck Rapids; the fastest saltwater rapids in North America, head out for a canoe or kayak adventure, or fish the rich waters. Back on land, enjoy a guided wilderness and wildlife hike or try your hand at archery. The Lodge has a spa and hot tub, as well as Inlets Restaurant and Lounge offering seasonal menus indoors and out on the terrace.

An idyllic location, sitting in one of the Sunshine Coast’s most beautiful coastal bays – Halfmoon Bay, Rockwater feels like a secluded retreat – a world away from the bustling streets of Vancouver, yet it is only a two hour drive and 40 minute ferry ride north or a short floatplane ride.

Tucked into one of Pender Harbour’s beautiful coves, on British Columbia’s Sunshine Coast, Painted Boat Resort sits to the northwest of Vancouver, easily accessible by ferry then a 50 minute drive or by taking a scenic floatplane journey.