Gulf Islands Gourmet Loop

Don’t miss this delicious journey through the South Coast’s best anchorages, harbours, and shoreline restaurants. Learn navigation, crew and skippering skills while enjoying farmers markets, gourmet dining, and Vancouver Island’s vibrant local food scene.

June 5-13, 2026

Departing from Nanaimo with Nanaimo Yacht Charters 

Limited to Eight (8) Vessels

Itinerary Stops

Thetis Island – Clam Bay, Telegraph Harbour

Salt Spring Island – Ganges Harbour

Gabriola Island – Montague Harbour

Saanich Peninsula – Brentwood Bay

Vancouver Island – Genoa Bay, Ladysmith

Wallace Island – Princess Cove

Certification Opportunities

• Intro to Cruising
• Competent Crew
• Coastal Navigation
• Bareboat Skipper

Price 

Bareboat Charter or Private Vessel Flotilla Fee: $1,977 CAD

Up to Six (6) Guests on Board

Includes:

✅ Theory Materials for one (1) Training Certification

✅ Two (2) Pre-Departure Online Sessions (per vessel)

✅  Local Provisions Box to Enhance Your On-Board Cooking

✅  One (1) Fine Dining Experience (excl. alcohol)

✅  One (1) Guided Shore Experience

✅  Moorage (3-nights)

✅  Daily Briefings& Ongoing Coaching

✅  Evening “Sundowner” Gatherings

Does Not Include: Fuel, Charter fees for Bareboat Vessels or On-Board Instructors

Per Person (All-Inclusive): $6,995 CAD

Private Cabin (Discount Pricing for 2nd Person in Shared Cabin

Includes:

✅ All of the items listed plus the costs of the vessel, moorage, fuel and onboard instructional skipper.

✅  Provisions for onboard meals (breakfast, lunch and dinner)

✅  Your own fully appointed cabin (unless you choose to share)