Our COVID-19 Response
We are disinfecting our vessels between sailings and reducing our passenger load to a maximum of 6. This may cause a delay in arrival times if several return runs are required for the passenger load.
We thank you for your patience and understanding in these uncertain times. Your safety is our first priority.
Please contact info@ecocruising.com to discuss a private water taxi.
We are disinfecting our vessels between sailings and reducing our passenger load to a maximum of 6. This may cause a delay in arrival times if several return runs are required for the passenger load.
We thank you for your patience and understanding in these uncertain times. Your safety is our first priority.
Please contact info@ecocruising.com to discuss a private water taxi.
piers island SHUTTLE
The Piers Island Shuttle Group contracts our company to provide regular services to Piers Island, a private island of over 100 households, located near Swartz Bay.
Annually, the boat carries over 1,500 passengers over 300 sailings. Water taxis and light cargo runs carry 100's of other passengers and literally tons of luggage, groceries, furniture, appliances, building materials, etc. each year. Members and their guests use Punch Cards to ride the Shuttle. Over 90 Island lot owners have purchased one or more Punch Cards (each costing $120 including tax for 10 one-way trips) from the Piers Island Shuttle Group. Please be aware that Islanders without these Punch Cards, or the general public, no longer can simply pay cash as walk-on passengers. Card holders can purchase additional Cards onboard from the Shuttle's skipper, as and when required. Please note that these Cards are valid only for the period June 1, 2019 to May 31st, 2020. They are not redeemable for cash. All sailings are available to Shuttle Cardholders, their visiting friends, relatives and workers as walk-on passengers. Reservations are not required. Your support in the pre-purchase each year of the Shuttle Punch Cards ensures the viability of this valuable service to islanders and their visitors. For membership information please call: Pauline Olesen 250.655.4812 or Velvet Warrior 250.655.1101. PIERS ISLAND WATER TAXI & CARGO RUNS
Private water taxis and cargo hauling are available between Swartz Bay Government Dock or Canoe Cove Marina, and the Piers Island Government Dock or your private dock. One of our vessels is largely dedicated to serve Piers Island, ready on standby, throughout the year. Advance notice is appreciated for bookings. In emergencies, our response time is a few hours or less. Note: All prices and schedules are subject to change without notice. |
SHUTTLE SAILINGS
May 1st to Sept. 30th Departing Canoe Cove Marina Tuesdays 9 am, 12 pm & 5 pm Fridays 9 am, 12 pm & 5 pm Sundays 3:30 pm June, July & August only - Sundays 9 am Departing Swartz Bay Gov't Dock Tuesdays 9:10 am, 12:10 pm & 5:10 pm Fridays 9:10 am, 12:10 pm & 5:10 pm Sundays 3:40 pm June, July & August only - Sundays 9:10 am Departing Piers Island Gov't Dock Tuesdays 9:30 am, 12:30 pm & 5:30 pm Fridays 9:30 am, 12:30 pm & 5:30 pm Sundays 4:00 pm June, July & August only - Sundays 9:30 am October 1st to April 30th Departing Canoe Cove Marina Tuesdays 9 am, 12 pm & 4 pm Fridays 9 am, 12 pm & 4 pm Sundays 3:30 pm Departing Swartz Bay Gov't Dock Tuesdays 9:10 am, 12:10 pm & 4:10 pm Fridays 9:10 am, 12:10 pm & 4:10 pm Sundays 3:40 pm Departing Piers Island Gov't Dock Tuesdays 9:30 am, 12:30 pm & 4:30 pm Fridays 9:30 am, 12:30 pm & 4:30 pm Sundays 4:00 pm SHUTTLE FARES One Way - One Punch Children under 6 yr fee when traveling with a cardholder * Note: use of Punch Cards only Additional $15 per party for private dock drop off or pickup T 250-655-5211 Cash or cheque accepted |
WATER TAXI (2020)
$65 for 1-12 passengers
$95 after dark.
CARGO RUNS (2020)
$95 for bulky or heavy cargo such as appliances, furniture, building materials.
(Includes 15 minutes loading and 15 minutes unloading; with an additional charge of $10 per 10 minutes of extra wait time)
GST included for all water taxi charges
Cash or cheque accepted.
$65 for 1-12 passengers
$95 after dark.
CARGO RUNS (2020)
$95 for bulky or heavy cargo such as appliances, furniture, building materials.
(Includes 15 minutes loading and 15 minutes unloading; with an additional charge of $10 per 10 minutes of extra wait time)
GST included for all water taxi charges
Cash or cheque accepted.
