Marvin’s & Mya's guidebook

There are 3 ways to get from Parksville to Nanoose Bay by bus, taxi or car 18:59 Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2rio's travel planner. Recommended option 2 alternative options Parksville to Nanoose Bay by bus The bus journey time between Parksville and Nanoose Bay is around 18 min and covers a distance of around 13 km. The fastest bus normally takes 17 min. Operated by BC Transit - Nanaimo, the Parksville to Nanoose Bay bus service departs from Jensen Ave E at McCarter and arrives in Northwest Bay at Apollo.

Known to locals as Beachfest, this 5 ½ week long family-oriented festival runs from mid July to the third week in August and includes: the Quality Foods Sand Sculpting Competition & Exhibition, Tim Hortons free Summer Concert Series, daily buskers, an artisan market and a special weekend evening light up of the sculptures.

Review the weather and tide schedules. There is 1.5-2 kms of tides that fluctuate with beach combing for endless hours.

Our suite has a patio and flat grass area right off the living room. Our kids love laying around on the grass or playing board games while taking in the beautiful views.

Area Attractions Here is a short selection of Parksville Attractions: VANCOUVER ISLAND EXPEDITIONS Leif Bogwald, Owner & Travel Curator Local: 250.739.9659 Toll-free: 1.877.334.7568 Hello@VancouverIslandExpeditions.com BUTTERFLY WORLD AND GARDENS 250.248.7026 1080 Winchester Road Coombs Stroll amongst hundreds of free-flying exotic butterflies in our indoor tropical gardens and visit the Bird Aviary and Water Gardens. HORNE LAKE CAVES PROVINCIAL PARK 250.248.7829 3905 Horne Lake Caves Road Qualicum Beach See underground waterfalls, ancient fossils and amazing crystal formations. Discove