Gabriola Island

Share in seaside serenity with us on Gabriola Island ⛵️ Thanks to @aventure.kit for capturing the moment! #gabriola #gabriolaisland #retreat #explorebc #sunset #familyvacation #seaside #calm #gulfislandsbc

Make 2022 your year to return to or discover all that #gabriolaisland has to offer! What's on your must-experience list? This video with support from Tourism Nanaimo and produced by Potentially Famous features a few great options with many more ideas here: https://hellogabriola.ca/ We look forward to hosting your next year's adventures! #explorebc #gulfislandsbc #turntheoffseasonon #lovelocal Pictured: Zaworski Art Page's Resort Group #eldercedar #malaspinagalleries Ravenskill Orchards - Home of Gabbie's Cider #beaches Folklife Village Gabriola Island Mad Rona's Coffee Bar The Surf Lodge and Pub on Gabriola Gulf Island Seaplanes #707forest #standuppaddle #kayak #salishsea #sailing #mountainbiking #hiking

Visit Gabriola // Explore your creative side on the Isle of the Arts

Explore your creative side on the Isle of the Arts! Gabriola Island is home to hundreds of artists and creatives and welcomes visitors to create, admire, and engage year-round. Visit local studios, browse galleries and join events like the Gabriola Arts Council's upcoming Isle of the Arts Festival, March 31st-April 10th, 2022. Stay tuned for the workshop catalogue set to launch in February at www.artsgabriola.ca 📍 Galleries: Pier Gallery Artists Collective, Nova Handmade Shop and Gallery, Free Spirit Gallery Studio & Shop 🎨 Studios: D'dance Glass HeartCore Touch Sunstone Pottery Sandra Bowers Art Stephen Cole Fine Art The Funky Bowler- Fun Felt Hats Hiddengemartz Whalebone Studio Rob Robinson Studio Flaws in Art Ocean Mussack Mermade_art Gwen Spinksart...to name a few! 🙌 #thanksgivingstudiotour #cultivategabriola and more! Check out www.gabriolaevents.ca 🎥 in partnership with Tourism Nanaimo with thanks to Potentially Famous. Featuring Fishhead Studio, Zaworski Art, and Gabriola Historical and Museum Society #art #gabriola #lovelocalgabriola #lovelocal #explorebc #artstudio #artist #pottery #painting #music #turntheoffseasonon #gulfislandsbc #gabriolaisland #sculpture #poetry #dance #photography

Do you enjoy visiting busy beaches and hiking trails packed with people? 👫👭👬 We don't either! Fall and winter on #gabriolaisland are ideal times to visit and enjoy the peace and quiet of rural island life. Bring your bike, boat, or boots and explore! Natural beauty and vibrant community await... 🌊Need a boat? Check out rentals at Pages Resort And Marina - www.pagesresort.com/rentals 🎬 In collaboration with Tourism Nanaimo by Potentially Famous. #mountainbike #kayaking #canoeing #hiking #explorebc #oldgrowthforest 📍#eldercedarnaturereserve #malaspinagalleries #twinbeaches #gabriolasandsprovincialpark #silvabay #EntranceIsland

Visit Gabriola // Your Island Getaway with the Comforts of Home

Time to plan your winter getaway on Gabriola! Here's one idyllic island day: ☕️ Grab a coffee at our local cafe 🌊 Explore the coast by land or sea 🍎 Visit Gabriola's orchard and cider tasting room 🥦 Enjoy a bite at one of our restaurants 💗 Cozy up at an oceanview resort What would you add? For more off-season experience ideas, visit hellogabriola.ca/offseason and #lovelocalgabriola 🎥. in partnership with Tourism Nanaimo with production by @Potentially Famous featuring Ravenskill Orchards - Home of Gabbie's Cider #thesurflodgeandpubgabriola Mad Rona's Coffee Bar Page's Resort Group Village Liquor Store Gabriola Folklife Village Gabriola Island

Gabriola Island. It's Happening Here.

Visit #GabriolaIsland this summer - our Gulf Island piece of paradise! White sandy beaches, lush green forested trails, pink & purple sunsets, fishing, sea kayaking, artisans, golfing, farmers' markets, rich history, local food & drink, and even some wild turkeys. We've literally got it all. Contact us to answer your trip planning questions today. 🎥credit: Close to the Sun Productions.

A Sunset Paddle

Kayak, canoe, paddle board, row boat...doesn't matter. Just get out on the water at sunset and you can thank us later ;) 🎥credit to Close to the Sun Productions.

Malaspina Galleries

3...2...1...JUMP. A summer on #GabriolaIsland isn't complete until you've swam at the Galleries. There's still time, don't worry! 🎥credit to Close to the Sun Productions.

October Fireworks & Bonfire

Sure it's summer now...but before we know it, Fall will be here. Cool, crisp mornings, falling leaves, and the annual Fireworks & Bonfire event on Gabriola. See you there! 🎥credit to Close to the Sun Productions.

Trail Walking

Ever heard that saying, "Take me to the forest"? Well, we take that seriously over here. And we deliver. From Elder Cedar Nature Reserve to the Haven Trails, Gabriola has over 25 to explore. Join us. 🎥credit to Close to the Sun Productions.

Farming & Harvesting

Farming. It's kind of a way of life over here. We produce fresh & delicious food, and enjoy sharing it with others. Come taste #GabriolaIsland with us this summer! 🎥credit to Close to the Sun Productions.

Pilot Bay

Now that summer is in full-swing, we thought we'd share some videos this week showcasing our beautiful Island. Maybe twist your arms a bit into visiting? 😉 All videos🎥 credit to Close to the Sun Productions. Destination British Columbia

Farms & Markets - #GabriolaIsland

👩‍🌾 Farmers' Market season is upon us! Did you know that Gabriola has a weekly Farmers' Market every Saturday at the AGI Hall? Join us from 10am - 2pm until Thanksgiving Weekend. Video: Close to the Sun Productions

Counting down to summer like... #GabriolaIsland video via Close to the Sun Productions

Whales off Gabriola Pass, April 23/18

#TBT to Earth Day over the weekend, where some lucky locals & whale watchers were treated to this show! 🐳 Just another day on Gabe. 🎥 via @amandalew9 via Instagram

Waves Crashing on Gabriola Island

"If happiness had a sound" - make sure you have the sound on! 🌊🔊 #GabriolaIsland video: Hummingbird Lodge Bed & Breakfast

Light Dancing @ Malaspina Galleries

One of our favourite sights to see on our Gulf Island is when the light dances on the Malaspina Galleries 🌊💫 Are you counting down the days until summer evening swims at the Galleries? 🙋‍♀️ Video: @seahoundstudio via Instagram

Family Day Sunset

In case you missed it last night, the sunset over Nanaimo as seen from Gabriola was OUT OF THIS WORLD BEAUTIFUL. Thanks to Instagram user @karol879 for sharing this with us! 🙌🌅

BC Storm Hitting Gabriola

Remnants of the #BCStorm hitting Gabriola beaches. Isn't it crazy how the ocean can toss logs around like matchsticks? Always blows our minds! 😮🌊 Video: @silvabaydave via Instagram

When bulldogs take flight

When bulldogs take flight... We love this! Did you know you can fly into Silva Bay via Gulf Island Seaplanes? Yes you can! #GabriolaIsland video: @abulldoglife via Instagram

Wild Turkeys on #GabriolaIsland

It's Tuesday...so let's bring back #TurkeyTuesday! These happy friends love roaming all over our Island -- have you seen them? Video: Shutterjet

Clear Waters of Gabriola Island

Just over here enjoying the tropics. OOPS we mean #GabriolaIsland. Did you know the waters look like this over here? 🏝️ Even in the cold like today! Video: Silva Bay Kayak Adventures

Waves crashing at Malaspina Galleries

Sometimes you just need to hear the sounds of the ocean 🌊🔊 #GabriolaIsland video: @hemalange via Instagram

Drumbeg Park - Gabriola Island

Just soaking in this piece of paradise we call home. Ever visited Drumbeg Park? Worth a stop next time you're here! Video: @teacherjenn via Instagram

Hey - this view looks familiar! Grab a copy of our 2017 Visitor Guide and start exploring #GabriolaIsland 🍂✌🏼