How to Get Here
Latitude 50.27276 N, Longitude -124.62178 W
Klahoose Wilderness Resort sits just north of the Sunshine Coast of British Columbia in Homfray Channel, known in the Ayajuthem language as Thee chum mi yich, meaning further back inside. Set oceanside in lush coastal rainforest on the southern edge of the Great Bear Rainforest, the resort is surrounded by the warm, calm waters of Desolation Sound and framed by the rugged Coast Mountains. Because of our remote and pristine setting, access is only by water or air.
Boat transfer from Lund
Most guests begin their stay with our scheduled boat transfer from Lund, British Columbia. This covered vessel takes you through the beauty of Desolation Sound to the resort in about 60 minutes, and the transfer is included with all stays. An a complimentary airport transfer can be arrange for those connecting with flights between Vancouver and Powell River.
What is included
Your stay includes all meals, guided tours, and the return boat transfer from Lund for stays of three, four, or seven nights. Our resort covered boat operates from May to October on a regular schedule, either Thursday to Sunday or Sunday to Thursday.
Arrivals
Boat departs Lund Harbour for the resort at 3:00 pm
Departures
Boat returns from the resort to Lund Harbour between 11:00 am and 12:00 pm
Travel options below
Full travel options and schedules are listed below, including our the main ways to reach the resort. These featured routes make planning simple, and our team is always happy to guide you through the best choice for your trip.
Need help planning
Have questions or would like help planning your trip? Contact us anytime. Our team is here to take care of the details and ensure your journey is smooth and enjoyable from the moment you begin planning.
Travel Options
Option 1: Drive
A relaxed and scenic start to your stay. Travel from Vancouver or Vancouver Island to Lund via BC Ferries, park your vehicle, and meet our crew at 2:30 pm for the water taxi to the resort. We are always happy to guide you through ferry schedules and timing.
Drive (5-6 hours) from Vancouver or Vancouver Island to the Sunshine Coast with BC Ferries to Lund, BC. Park your car in Lund (parking paid locally) and meet our boat at 2:30pm
Option 2: Pacific Coastal Airlines to Powell River
A relaxed and scenic start to your stay. Travel from Vancouver or Vancouver Island to Lund via BC Ferries, park your vehicle, and meet our crew at 2:30 pm for the water taxi to the resort. We are always happy to guide you through ferry schedules and timing.
Scheduled Flight Pacific Coastal Airlines flight from Vancouver International Airport South Terminal to Powell River Airport.
Flight is 35 minutes from Vancouver to Powell River. Shared Land Transfer from Powell River Airport to Lund is about one hour.
These flight with shared transfer are available from May to October.
Rate: from $670 per person plus tax, round-trip flight. Powell River Airport - Lund shuttle and water taxi is included, offered once daily, in our packages - book through Klahoose Wilderness Resort or Pacific Coastal Airlines.
Option 3: CorilAir Seaplane from Vacouver
A 60 to 90 minute scenic seaplane flight from the city direct to our wilderness dock. We can coordinate your booking with CorilAir and help with timing and connection
Scheduled seaplane flight CorilAir Charters, from Vancouver International Airport - South Terminal direct to our dock.
Flight is approximately 60-90 minutes from Vancouver to our dock. This flight may include additional stops. These flight are available daily from June to September.
Rate: from $1,279 per person plus tax, round-trip - book through Klahoose Wilderness Resort or CorilAir Charters.
Option 4: CorilAir Seaplane from Campbell River
A beautiful 20 minute seaplane flight direct from Campbell River on Vancouver Island to our dock. Fast, effortless, and scenic. We can coordinate your booking with CorilAir and help with timing and connections.
Scheduled seaplane flight CorilAir Charters, from Campbell River direct to our dock.
Flight is scheduled daily and is approximately 20 minutes from Campbell River to our dock. This flight may include additional stops.
Rate: from $560 per person plus tax, round-trip - book through Klahoose Wilderness Resort or CorilAir Charters.
More Options: Charter Seaplane to Klahoose Wilderness
If you prefer a different route, there are several additional options including Harbour Air flights to Powell River, seaplane departures from Comox or Vancouver Airport, and private charters from Vancouver, Campbell River, Seattle, and other coastal communities. Contact for the charter options are listed below. If you would like personalized assistance, please reach out anytime. Our team is here to ensure your journey is smooth from start to finish.
Charter Vancouver:
Gulf Island Seaplanes
Harbour Air Seaplanes
Charter Campbell River:
CorilAir Seaplane Charters
49 North Helicopter
Charter Seattle:
Kenmore Air
Do you have questions or need help planning your trip? Contact us and we help with all the details.
Travel Planning
By Land and Ferry
The drive from Vancouver to Lund, located on the northern end of the Sunshine Coast is considered one of the most spectacular car journeys in North America. The route includes two BC ferry crossings with plenty of additional sightseeing options along the way. The total journey time is typically 5-6 hours with several picturesque villages and ferry rides en-route.
The 40-minute crossing from Horseshoe Bay to Langdale captures the magnificent scenery of Howe Sound and the B.C. Lower Mainland. A beautiful 90-minute drive from Langdale can include detours to the coastal village of Gibson and ends in Earls Cove where the Saltery Bay Ferry conveys passengers for 50 minutes across still more sublime scenery. The final one-hour drive to Lund passes through historic and now booming coastal town of Powell River. Note: EV Chagring stations are available in Powell River.
On Vancouver Island, BC Ferries regularly depart Comox, close to Campbell River, for a 1 hour 20 minutes crossing to Powell River. Lund is about 45 minutes drive from historic town of Powell River.
Our boat transfer from Lund Harbour to Desolation Sound and the Resort, takes about 60 minutes and is scheduled to depart at about 3:00 pm on Thursdays and Sundays.
See Sunshine Coast Tourism Road Maps below.
By Scheduled Air and Transfer
Located deep within the heart of the remote Desolation Sound biosphere, Klahoose Wilderness Resort is remarkably accessible. Several flight options are available and can be booked through the Klahoose reservation team.
a) Scheduled flights with Pacific Coastal Airlines departs from Vancouver International (YVR) South Terminal to Powell River Airport (YPW) and only takes 35 minutes, followed by our pre-arranged shared road transfer (1 hour) to the charming coastal town of Lund. Upon arrival to Lund Harbour guests are greeted by their local host and take a scenic 60 minute covered boat transfer into Desolation Sound and Klahoose Wilderness Resort.
Powell River Airport to Lund Harbour Shared Transfer Schedule (Available May-October):
Note: Schedules are based on Pacific Coastal Airlines schedule and are subject to change. Please check with us for the most up to date flight schedules as we only offer one scheduled boat + land transfer per day. The complimentary connecting land shuttle is also once daily as a shared transfer option to help promote sustainability and matches the arrival and departure flights below.
Early or late boat and land transfers to connect to different flights or ferry times are not included but are available for an additional cost.
Pacific Coastal Airlines Flight Information
Spring
May to 20 June
Arrivals, Thursdays and Sundays
Fly from Vancouver South Terminal to Powell River Airport, then take the shared transfer to Lund.
Flight 8P203
Departs Vancouver YVR at 10:40
Arrives Powell River YPW at 11:16
Departures, Sundays and Thursdays
Shared transfer from Lund to Powell River Airport, then fly to Vancouver.
Flight 8P214
Thursdays
Departs Powell River YPW at 15:50
Arrives Vancouver YVR at 16:27
Sundays
Departs Powell River YPW at 15:35
Arrives Vancouver YVR at 16:12
Summer
21 June to 12 September
Arrivals, Thursdays and Sundays
Fly from Vancouver YVR to Powell River YPW, then transfer to Lund.
Flight 8P203
Departs Vancouver YVR at 10:40
Arrives Powell River YPW at 11:16
Departures, Sundays and Thursdays
Transfer from Lund to Powell River Airport, then fly to Vancouver.
Flight 8P210
Departs Powell River YPW at 14:25
Arrives Vancouver YVR at 15:02
Late Summer/Fall
13 September to October 23
Arrivals, Thursdays and Sundays
Fly from Vancouver YVR to Powell River YPW, then transfer to Lund.
Flight 8P203
Departs Vancouver YVR at 10:40
Arrives Powell River YPW at 11:16
Transfer from Lund to Powell River Airport, then fly to Vancouver.
Flight 8P214
Departs Powell River YPW at 16:00
Arrives Vancouver YVR at 16:37
b) Scheduled seaplane flight with CorilAir Charters departs Vancouver International Airport (YVR) South Terminal, 60-90 minute flight OR Campbell River, 20 minute flight direct to the Klahoose Wilderness Resort's dock. The seaplane flight is beautiful as you fly over the BC coast and you may stop at other small float plane accessible locations, in the Desolation Sound area.
Campbell River to Klahoose Wilderness Resort (May to October)
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Campbell River to Klahoose Wilderness Resort: 12:30
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Klahoose Wilderness Resort to Campbell River: Between 11:00 am-3:00 pm (pick-up times varies)
Vancouver (YVR-Southern Terminal) to Klahoose Wilderness Resort (late June to early September)
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Vancouver to Klahoose Wilderness Resort: late-afternoon
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Klahoose Wilderness Resort to Vancouver: late-morning
