There’s so much to see in Victoria — far too much to see on foot alone. Make the most of your day by catching a Water Taxi at any of our stops. Give us a call on 250-514-9794 from the dock of any of our stops and for more information.
Passenger capacity per boat is a maximum of 10-12 passengers in a group who are not required to members of the same family or household. Our Benford boats carry 12 passengers, and our Duffy boats carry 10.
IMPORTANT:
The following docks will be operating from 11:00 am – 4:00 pm over the winter: Empress, Coast, Fisherman’s Wharf, Delta, Chinatown, Dockside Green
LIMITED AVAILABILITY:
West Bay: Pickups at 12pm and 2pm
Selkirk: Pickups at 12:30 and 2:30
You must call dispatch minimum half hour in advance for pickup at the above specified times.
Masks are mandatory onboard
WATER TAXI FARES
1-ZONE:
Adult $7.50
Child $5.00
Under 2: Free on lap
EACH ADDITIONAL ZONE:
Adult $7.50
Child $5.00
Under 2: Free on lap
SERVICE BETWEEN DELTA & OLDTOWN:
Adult $5.00
Child: $5.00
Under 2: Free on lap
Most taxi rides in the Harbour will be 1-Zone. More distant docks, such as West Bay, Selkirk and Railyards may attract a 2-Zone fare. Please see the map for stop details or ask any of our friendly staff if your destination is 1-Zone or 2-Zones.
HAPPY BOATS
From the moment you step aboard, you’ll be greeted by the salty ocean breeze and the friendliest folks you’ll ever meet. Victoria Harbour Ferry has been connecting locals and visitors to the city’s waterfront neighbourhoods, parks and communities for almost 30 years. Our experienced captains are known for their love of the ocean, passion for storytelling, and unrivaled safety records. Join us on the water and see why our boats are the happiest little boats in the harbour!
WATER TAXI STOPS
Our water taxis will transport you to any of our designated ferry stops within the harbour and surrounding waterways. Requesting a ride is easy! Simply give us a call on 250-514-9794 from the dock of any of the stops below and you’ll be on your way.
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Selkirk Landing is where the Glo Restaurant is located, along with access to the Galloping Goose Regional Trail, and the historical Selkirk Bridge.
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Dockside Landing is your entry way to the historic neighbourhood of Victoria West. Just a few steps away from the Galloping Goose Trail, the harbour pathway system and only steps away from downtown.
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The gateway to Victoria’s Chinatown and Design District. Go shopping on Johnson Street, visit the historic Fantan Alley or one of the many restaurants in the area.
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Located on the dock across the street from the Fairmont Empress Hotel, the Empress Dock is the main hub for our ferries. Our captains and sales staff are stationed at this dock to serve you.
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Located across the bridge from the downtown area, this stop sits in front of the Delta Victoria Ocean Pointe Resort and Spa.
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Visit the Coast Victoria Harbourside Hotel & Marina and check out their amazing Blue Crab Seafood House for some of the best seafood in Victoria! Stroll along the beautiful David Foster Harbour Pathway, all the way to the Inn at Laurel Point Hotel where you can watch the floatplanes, the Coho and Clipper ferries.
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This is by far our most popular stop. Unique waterfront experience with a lively mix of float homes. Here you can enjoy whale watching, kayaking and fishing. Hungry? Grab a meal on the docks! There’s something for everyone!
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Hop off a ferry at our West Bay stop and check out this funky marina! Nestled in Esquimalt, this marina has a mix of vessels and beautiful float homes. Visit this unique stop and enjoy a walk on the Songhees Walkway all the way downtown!
This ferry ride is subject to change, so please ask us for more information.
STROLLERS & WHEELCHAIRS
Our ferry interiors are quite narrow and are only accessible for passengers with collapsible wheelchairs. All passengers must be capable of taking a few steps while boarding and unfortunately, we are unable to safely transport passengers that must remain in their wheelchair.
Strollers must be folded up prior to boarding and small children securely held by a parent or guardian. However, keep in mind that some strollers are simply too large to fit on board our ferries.
Please also note that dock ramps can become very steep due to tidal changes and access may be limited at certain times of the day.
DOGS & PETS
Dogs are allowed on board if leashed to restrict movement to 2 feet, and at all times seated on the floor, not to be held on the lap or to, even momentarily, be on a seating area.