Powell River - Blubber Bay
Ferry to Texada Island
Powell River - Blubber Bay
Ferry to Texada Island
There are currently no ferries sailing between Powell River and Blubber Bay. Use our Deal Finder to find alternative routes, compare prices and availability and book your ferry to Blubber Bay today.
You can easily find cheap ferry tickets with our Deal Finder. We recommend booking in advance to get the best possible prices and availability. You can also check out our Special Offers page for the latest deals on Powell River ferries.
Yes, Direct Ferries offers a wide range of discounts all year around. When searching for ferries, senior discounts will be automatically applied if they are available. Just select your age range from the passenger options.
Students and graduates can get a 5% discount on ferry tickets. To take advantage of the discount, you need to register with our partner Student Beans and confirm your student or graduate status. You will then receive a discount code which can be entered during the payment process.
Resident discounts are available on a variety of Spanish and Italian ferry routes. Just click on the "Residents" option when this is displayed in our Deal Finder. The discount is automatically applied to the price. Bear in mind that proof of registration or an identity card with the correct address must be shown at check-in.
Travel requirements can vary depending on the route, so it's important to check what documents you'll need before sailing. In most cases, a valid passport is required when traveling from Powell River to Blubber Bay, along with any necessary visas or national ID cards. Requirements may differ based on your nationality and the destination country’s regulations. To avoid delays at check-in, you can find helpful information for your journey in our Check-in, Travel Documents & Tickets guide and in our blog post on tips and tricks for international travel.
Book your ferry tickets online with Direct Ferries using our Deal Finder. Just enter your departure and arrival ports and the date you’d like to travel to see all available options and prices. You’ll also be able to view alternative routes and times, so you can find the best deal to suit you.
Look out for early booking discounts or special ticket options such as upgrades or flexi-tickets that allow you to change or cancel your booking. To make your sailing as smooth as possible, make sure you enter all the required information correctly, such as number of passengers and vehicle specifications.
Once you’ve finalised your booking, you’ll receive a confirmation email. It depends on the ferry operator you book with as to how your boarding pass is issued and collected.
Whilst some ferry operators issue the boarding pass as soon as your booking is confirmed, others may ask you to check in at the port. There’s also the option for online check-in, which can be easily done via the Direct Ferries app, if available.
The ticket desks are usually located near the ferry terminals. To avoid any delays at the port, we’d recommend allowing some extra time to collect your tickets and to check-in.
During check-in, you must show your email confirmation, as well as an official photo ID, such as a passport or identity card. You might also be asked to provide documentation for your pet (vaccines, pet insurance etc.) or proof of residence, if you have booked your ticket with a resident discount.
There could be various reasons why there are no departures from Powell River to Blubber Bay for the date you’ve requested. For example, a temporary timetable change, limited availability or seasonal changes in the timetable.
We recommend checking for alternative dates. Our Deal Finder automatically compares the desired route with alternative routes and dates, offering up-to-date real time options, all in one place.
The best time to book ferries from Powell River to Blubber Bay is usually as early as possible. By booking in advance, you’ll not only get your tickets at the best available prices, but you’ll also get a better choice of departure times and cabin/seating options.
We’d recommend making your booking at least a few weeks in advance to benefit from the best offers. Bear in mind that prices may vary depending on the season and availability.
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Powell River is the dream destination for anyone who thrives in the great outdoors. Long, challenging walking trails decorate the mountains and gloriously green parks dominate the landscape – there aren’t many places as picturesque as Powell River. Copeland Islands Marine Provincial Park affords wonderful views of the surrounding hillside and rock formations, as well as offering a refreshing dip in the crisp water when the weather is agreeable. Inland Lake Provincial Park supplies an idyllic trail alongside the edge of the greenery and foliage, showcasing the most aesthetically pleasing spots along the Sunshine Coast. Whilst the parks and walking trails exude a relaxing vibe, there are ample opportunities to try your hand at the adventurous watersports on offer. Kayaking, canoeing and snorkelling are hugely popular amongst locals and tourists alike, with many heading to the city purely to experience the array of activities along the coastline. The shores and hiking trails are the standout attractions in Powell River, though there is something for those who prefer to spend their time exploring the historical culture belonging to the city. Museums, movie theatres and specialty shops line the centre, providing enough entertainment to fill the itinerary of the most enthusiastic traveller.
Powell River is only accessible for cars via the ferry, so if you’re hoping to embark on an adventure along the coast in your vehicle, booking a ferry is the only viable option. Taxis and water taxis are available for quick and convenient transport, and a reliable train service runs through much of British Columbia.
Blubber Bay is a tiny settlement on the northern tip of Texada Island, a narrow isle that rises on sheer cliffs from the waters of the Georgia Strait in the British Columbia region of Canada. Once known as a commercial whaling station, a venture that gave the bay its distinctive name, Blubber Bay is now the site of a quarry that contributes towards the island’s production of 6 million tons of limestone each year. The area is also a prime location for whale-watching and scuba diving. The two other major towns on Texada Island are a short distance from the port. Van Anda is just 5 miles south along Blubber Bay Road, a route which also feeds into the town of Gillies Bay and the small airport that hosts flights to and from the city of Vancouver. A daily BC Ferries service makes the short hop across the strait to the picturesque city of Powell River on the Canadian mainland. Passengers aboard one of these ships might be lucky enough to catch sight of a surfacing Killer Whale, one of the rarer species of marine life that thrive in the deep waters of the strait.
