Travel Reference
In-Depth Information
Kayaking
The best way to explore local waterways is with
Galiano Kayaks
(250/539-2442), based
at the marina in Montague Harbour. Three-hour guided tours, either early in the morning
or at sunset, are $55. Another tour takes in the local marinelife on a five-hour paddle for
$85. Those with previous experience can rent a kayak for $58 per day for a single or $90
for a double.
Golf
Galiano Golf Club
(24 St. Andrews Dr., 250/539-5533) is typical of the many courses on
the Southern Gulf Islands, with nine holes, inexpensive greens fees ($20), a relaxed atmo-
sphere, and a clubhouse offering rentals and basic meals.
Accommodations
Many of the travelers you'll meet on the ferry trip to Galiano will be staying for a
week or more in an island cottage. If this style of vacation sounds ideal to you, check
www.galianoisland.com
for a choice of rentals, but do so well before planning your visit
because the best ones fill fast.
Paradise Rock Ocean Front Cottage
(310GannerDr.,250/539-3404,$150)istypical
inallrespects—waterviewsfromaprivatesetting,self-contained,andwithadeckholding
a propane barbecue—except that it can be rented for as few as two nights.
You'll see the magnificent gardens of the
M
Galiano Inn
(134 Madrona Dr., 250/
539-3388or877/530-3939,
www.galianoinn.com
,
$249-399sord),attheheadofSturdies
Bay, before the ferry docks. The elegant guest rooms infused with European charm come
in three configurations, and all have views extending down the bay to Mayne Island. Oth-
er highlights include private balconies, super-comfortable beds, plush robes, luxury bath-
rooms with soaker tubs, and extras such as CD players and coffeemakers. The inn is also
home to the
Madrona del Mar Spa,
the place to get pampered with a soothing hot-stone
massage or to kick back in the seaside hot tub. Guests can also book a variety of tours
aboard the inn's own motor cruiser, including wine-tasting on nearby Saturna Island.
Camping
Thecampgroundin
Montague Harbour Provincial Park,
10kilometers (6.2miles) from
the ferry, is one of the best in the Southern Gulf Islands. Sites are set below a towering
forest of old-growth cedar and fir trees and open to a white shingle beach that aligns per-
fectly to watch the setting sun. As with all provincial park campgrounds, facilities are lim-
