UNREEL CHARTERS

Unreel Charters specializes in Nanaimo water taxi services and surrounding areas including the gulf islands and Straight of Georgia. Whether it's for personal transportation or work crews, Unreel Charters can get you there and back safely and efficiently. Our Nanaimo water taxi departs from several locations in Nanaimo and can drop off at the island of your choice.

 

We can arrange pickup and drop off to any of the gulf islands, including but not limited to; Protection Island, Newcastle Island, Gabriola Island, Mudge Island, Decourcy Island, Ruxton Island, Valdes Island, Thetis Island, Wallace Island, Parker Island, Saltspring Island and Galiano Island. Transportation to or from areas on the mainland around the Vancouver area are also possible. We also offer other contract services for ongoing requirements. 

 

Other services we are available for include:

Transportation of Fisheries and Parks Employees

Water sampling and biological work

Light freight transportation

Construction and trades contractors

Real estate viewings

Barge and tug crew transportation

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Prices for our most popular trips as of June 2025:

 

Decourcy Island Water Taxi:

Nanaimo to Decourcy Island- $260

Pickup from Decourcy to Nanaimo - $260

Ruxton Island Water Taxi:

Nanaimo to Ruxton Island - $270

Pickup from Ruxton Island to Nanaimo- $270

 

​Stand by Rate $50/hr​

 

Our rates are based heavily on the price of fuel, which accounts for about 50% of our cost in our rates. Our prices may fluctuate throughout the year depending on fuel prices.

Please contact us for other rates, as prices will vary depending on location and distance travelled.