How do I get from Vancouver to Sonora Island?
How do I get from Vancouver to Sonora Island?
How do I get from Vancouver to Sonora Island?
Getting to Sonora Sonora Resort is accessible by helicopter or seaplane from Vancouver, Water Taxi from Campbell River, seaplane from Seattle or by charter flight from anywhere in the world. If you have unique travel requests or requirements, we would be delighted to coordinate your travel.
Are there bears on Sonora Island?
Protected from Pacific swells with snowy peaks on all sides, the calm passages surrounding Sonora Resort offer a West Coast fishing experience that’s unparalleled. Here, it’s not uncommon to catch glimpses of eagles and bears while out to hook a chinook.
Where is sonora island?
British Columbia
Sonora Island is one of the outer islands (without ferry service) of the Discovery Islands of British Columbia, Canada. It is located at the eastern end of Johnstone Strait and the northern end of Discovery Passage within Electoral Area C of the Strathcona Regional District.
How do I get to Nimmo Bay?
There is no road access to Nimmo Bay. The quickest way to get to Nimmo Bay is by air from the South Terminal of Vancouver Airport on Pacific Coastal Airlines to Port Hardy (1 hour). Flight time from Port Hardy to Nimmo Bay is 25 minutes.
Who owns Sonora Island?
Sonora Resort is owned by Vancouver’s Louie family; Brandt Louie, CEO of H.Y. Louie Co. and chairman of London Drugs, used to visit back when it was a basic fishing lodge.
Who owns Stuart Island BC?
Dennis Washington
Among the property owners on this island is Dennis Washington, a Montana businessman and owner of the Seaspan Marine Corporation, Dave Ritchie, a Vancouver businessman and Kris Mailman, owner and CEO of Seymour Pacific Developments and Broadstreet Properties….Stuart Island (British Columbia)
| Geography | |
|---|---|
| Regional district | Strathcona |
What is the population of Sonora Island?
Marital Status
| Total population 15 years and over by marital status | 2280 |
|---|---|
| Married or living with a common-law partner | 1430 |
| Married (and not separated) | 1100 |
| Living common-law | 335 |
| Not married and not living with a common-law partner | 845 |
Is Nimmo Bay real?
Nimmo Bay Wilderness Resort is an intimate family-owned and operated resort in the Great Bear Rainforest of British Columbia on Canada’s rugged west coast, accessible by floatplane or helicopter.
Is Nimmo Bay a real place?
Nimmo Bay is located in the Southern Great Bear Rainforest of British Columbia, Canada. We offer a truly remote experience – and getting to Nimmo Bay is all a part of the adventure.
Where is Malcolm Island?
of British Columbia
Malcolm Island is an island in the Canadian province of British Columbia, located north of Haddington Island in the Queen Charlotte Strait near Vancouver Island. It has ferry access from the Vancouver Island community of Port McNeill.
Who lives on Stuart Island?
Among the property owners on this island is Dennis Washington, a Montana businessman and owner of the Seaspan Marine Corporation, Dave Ritchie, a Vancouver businessman and Kris Mailman, owner and CEO of Seymour Pacific Developments and Broadstreet Properties.
Are there bears on Malcolm Island?
Wildlife abounds on and around Malcolm Island; Bald Eagles, porpoises, seals, otters, Orcas, Humpback Whales and countless species of sea birds. On land you will see black bear, deer and mink.
Is there a Sonora Resort in British Columbia?
This B.C. Wilderness resort is an absolute jewel amid one of Canada’s most alluring, pristine environments. Sonora Resort is where uncompromising eco-adventure travel meets luxurious accommodations, unparalleled service and five star facilities.
How is the sea at the Sonora Resort?
The sea is crystal clear with occasional friendly puffs from wild sea lions. The cuisine is always a feast for kings and queens of all dietary preferences and needs. The staff is incredibly friendly and receiving to all. The rooms are extremely clean, intricately adorned, and inviting you into rest.
Who is the chef at the Sonora Resort?
Sonora Resort is where uncompromising eco-adventure travel meets luxurious accommodations, unparalleled service and five star facilities. Explore the mouthwatering menus of executive Chef Justine Smith and a wine cellar filled with the best of BC and abroad.
What are the rates for the Sonora Resort?
Accommodation rates include all gourmet meals, liquor and wine, beer, juice and soft drinks (additional charges may apply for premium spirits and wines) as well as complimentary wireless internet and unlimited worldwide phone calls.