Plan your trip to Parksville and immerse yourself in the natural splendor and relaxed island vibes. Whether you choose to fly, take a ferry, a shuttle, or drive, the journey to this coastal paradise will be worth it.
Below is our guide on to get to The Beach Club Resort as we share a variety of options and recommendations. We also recommend booking direct, you will receive extra savings all public best available rates.
MAJOR AIRPORTS
The closest major airport in the Nanaimo Airport (YCD), which is approximately 40 minute drive to The Beach Club. Several airlines offer daily flights to Nanaimo from major cities in British Columbia, including Vancouver and Victoria. There are also direct flights from Calgary, Alberta.
The other alternative is the Comox Airport, which is approximately 1-hour and 20-minute drive to the resort. There is also direct flight from major cities in British Columbia and is the preferred airport for flights from Edmonton, Alberta.
car rental services
Nanaimo airport also has car rental services including Budget and National. There is the DOMO gas station directly across from the airport parking lot, which makes it easy to fill up before dropping off your rental.
Budget, Enterprise, and National car rental services are available at the Comox Airport and their information can be found here.
ISKWEW AIR
Iskwew Air (ISS-KWAY-YO) provides several safe and reliable scheduled flights between Vancouver Airport South (YVR South) and Qualicum Beach Airport. Iskwew Air will also shuttle you directly from airport to The Beach Club, which is approximately a 15-minute drive. Alternatively, you can use Oceanside Taxi by calling 250-954-8294 for your transportation in Qualicum Beach and Parksville.
HELIJET HELICOPTER
HELIJET
Helijet operates helicopter flights from various locations, including Vancouver and Victoria, offering a breathtaking aerial journey to Parksville. You can board a Helijet helicopter at the Vancouver Harbour Flight Centre located downtown. The flight duration is approximately 20 minutes, landing at Nanaimo Harbour Heliport. From here, you can arrange ground transportation via car rental, taxi, or shuttle, which takes you directly to The Beach Club Resort.
Helijet Nanaimo Shuttle Van
Twice daily, this shuttle connects Nanaimo Heliport directly to the Beach Club Resort. Drop-off should be requested when making flight reservations. Pick-up must be requested 24 hours in advance by phoning Helijet at 1-800-665-4354.
Helijet at Port of Nanaimo welcome Centre (100 Port Way)
Departs daily following Flight 905 at 11:00 am and flight 909 -at 3:45 pm
The Beach Club Resort
Arrives at resort to drop-off/pick-up at 11:50 am and 4:35 pm
BC FERRIES
If you prefer traveling by ferry, there are two main routes to reach Vancouver Island. The first options it to take BC Ferries from Tsawwassen (near Vancouver) to Duke Point (south of Nanaimo), which is a 30-minute drive to Parksville. The second option is to take the ferry from Horseshoe Bay (north of Vancouver) to Departure Bay (in Nanaimo), which is a 20-minute drive to Parksville.
ON THE ISLAND
For those already on Vancouver Island, you can drive to Parksville from the nearby cities. From Victoria, the capital of British Columbia, it's about a 2-hour scenic drive north along the Island Highway. From Nanaimo, it's a shorter journey of about 30 minutes.
PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION
If you prefer public transportation, there are bus services that connect Parksville with major cities on Vancouver Island. The Island Link Bus and Tofino Bus provide regular routes between Parksville, Nanaimo, Victoria, and other destinations.
