Ferry Info

FERRY SERVICE LOCATED AT MAFFEO SUTTON PARK

 

Saysutshun Ferry Service

If you don’t have your own watercraft, then accessing the island by ferry is an easy, convenient and affordable alternative. The Saysutshun Ferry runs from Maffeo Sutton Park to the island dock.

The ferry ride provides a beautiful approach to the island and an excellent vantage point to see the sprawl of Nanaimo Harbour. Don’t forget your camera!

For general information regarding the Saysutshun Ferry please contact us at:

Pets, Bikes & Camping Equipment

Your canine companion is most welcome on the island, but must stay on leash at all times. You are also encouraged to bring your pedal bike, or camping equipment. There is a very nominal charge for these additional items.

Note: For safety reasons we will not carry motorized Bikes, motorized Wheelchairs, E-Bikes, Scooters, Cargo-Bikes, Trikes or Tandem Bikes on either ferry. 

Reservations for Groups of 12 or More 

Ferry reservations are available for groups of 12 or more travelling at the same time.

If you do have a group of 12 or more travelling at the same time and would like to set up a reservation please contact us by email at guestservices@saysutshun.ca.  Reservations must be made a minimum of 4 days prior to your event.

Ferry Fees

Category Price

  • Adult $12 Return
  • Senior Citizen $10 Return
  • Youth (13+) $12 Return
  • Child (12 and under) $5 Return
  • Toddler/Infant (2 and under) No Charge
  • Pets $5 each
  • Bicycle *(NO electric bikes allowed on Newcastle)* $5 each
  • Equipment & Supplies $2 each
  • Payment Types: Prefer Debit and Credit

Visa, MasterCard and Debit are accepted. We accept Cash.

To make reservations* for the ferry (groups of 12 or more), please email us at guestservices@saysutshun.ca
* Reservations must be made a minimum of 4 days prior to the event.

Ferry Schedule

From Oct 12, the Saysutshun Ferry Service will be closed for the season. Thanks, one and all for a great 2022 season. See you in the Spring 2023. The campground and docks will remain open all year.

Peak Season 9am - 7:45pm Daily

June 1st to September 5th, 2022

Maffeo Sutton Dock

  • 9:00 am
  • 9:30 am
  • 10:00 am
  • 10:30 am
  • 11:00 am
  • 11:30 am
  • 12 noon
  • 12:30 pm
  • 1:00 pm NO SAILING
  • 1:30 pm - NO SAILING
  • 2:00 pm
  • 2:30 pm
  • 3:00 pm
  • 3:30 p.m
  • 4:00 pm
  • 4:30 pm
  • 5:00 pm
  • 5:30 pm
  • 6:00 pm
  • 6:30 pm
  • *7:30pm - LAST SAILING

Saysutshun / Newcastle Island Dock

  • 9:15 am
  • 9:45 am
  • 10:15 am
  • 10:45 am
  • 11:15 am
  • 11:45 am
  • 12:15 pm
  • 12:45 pm
  • 1:15 pm NO SAILING
  • 1:45 pm - NO SAILING
  • 2:15 pm
  • 2:45 pm
  • 3:15 pm
  • 3:45 pm
  • 4:15 pm
  • 4:45 pm
  • 5:15 pm
  • 5:45 pm
  • 6:15 pm
  • 6:45 pm
  • 7:15 pm
  • *7:45 pm - LAST SAILING

* Last sailing

Shoulder Season Daily 10am - 7pm

Daily May 1st to May 30th, 2023
Sept 6th to Sept 30th, 2022

Maffeo Sutton Dock

  • 10:00 a.m.
  • 10:30 a.m.
  • 11:00 a.m.
  • 11:30 a.m.
  • 12:00 a.m.
  • 12:30 a.m.
  • 1:00 pm - NO SAILING
  • 1:30 p.m.- NO SAILING
  • 2:00 p.m
  • 2:30 p.m.
  • 3:00 p.m.
  • 3:30 p.m.
  • 4:00 p.m.
  • 4:30 p.m.
  • 5:00 p.m.
  • 5:30 p.m
  • 6:00 pm
  • *6:30 pm - LAST SAILING

Saysutshun / Newcastle Island Dock

  • 10:15 a.m. -
  • 10:45 a.m. -
  • 11:15 a.m.
  • 11:45 a.m.
  • 12:15 a.m.
  • 12:45 a.m.
  • 1:15 p.m.- NO SAILING
  • 1:45 p.m. - NO SAILING
  • 2:15p.m
  • 2:45 p.m.
  • 3:15 p.m.
  • 3:45 p.m.
  • 4:15 p.m.
  • 4:45 p.m.
  • 5:15 p.m.
  • 5:45 p.m.
  • 6:15 pm
  • *6:45 pm - LAST SAILING

* Last sailing

Low Season Daily 9:00am - 6:45pm

October 1st to Oct 11th, 2022

Maffeo Sutton Dock

  • 9:00 AM - NO SAILING
  • 9:30 AM - NO SAILING
  • 10:00 AM
  • 10:30 AM
  • 11:00 AM
  • 11:30 AM
  • 12:00 PM
  • 12:30 PM
  • 1:00 PM - NO SAILING
  • 1:30 PM - NO SAILING
  • 2:00 PM
  • 2:30 PM
  • 3:00 PM
  • 3:30 PM
  • 4:00 PM
  • 4:30 PM
  • 5:00 PM
  • 5:30 PM
  • 6:00 PM
  • *6:30 PM - LAST SAILING

Saysutshun / Newcastle Island Dock

  • 9:15 AM- NO SAILING
  • 9:45 AM- NO SAILING
  • 10:15 AM
  • 10:45 AM
  • 11:15 AM
  • 11:45 AM
  • 12: 15 PM
  • 12:45 PM
  • 1:15 PM - NO SAILING
  • 1:45 - NO SAILING
  • 2:15 PM
  • 2:45 PM
  • 3:15 PM
  • 3:45 PM
  • 4:15 PM
  • 4:45 PM
  • 5:15 PM
  • 5:45 PM
  • 6:15 PM
  • *6:45 PM - LAST SAILING

* Last sailing