10.2 hours ashore on average
Ships typically dock in Nanaimo BC for around 10.2 hours. That's enough time for a full island tour, a beach day, or a combination of shorter experiences.
Tours & Experiences in Nanaimo BC
4 experiences available — book through our trusted partners
Nanaimo Airport (YCD) to Mount Washington - Round-Trip Transfer
Book your private transfer from Nanaimo Airport (YCD) to Mount Washington Ski Resort and return.
Don't go through all the hassle of waiting in a long taxi or shared shuttles queues and use our private, door to door airport transfer.
All Vehicles fully licensed and insured. Our cars are equipped with all necessary facilities for a trip to any part of the world under any weather conditions, including additional fastenings for sports and other equipment.
Free cancellation
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Private Transfer from Nanaimo Cruise Port to Victoria City Hotels
Book your Private Transfer from Nanaimo Cruise Port to Victoria city hotels or any addres.
Don't go through all the hassle of waiting in a long taxi or shared shuttles queues and use our private, door to door port/city transfer.
Your driver will be waiting for you at a scheduled time and you will travel comfortably to your destination.
• Meeting with a Nameplate
• Door-to-door Service
• No Hidden Charges
• Clean cars & Professional drivers
Free cancellation
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Private Transfer from Nanaimo Port to Victoria Airport (YYJ)
Book your Private Transfer from Nanaimo Cruise Port to Victoria International Airport (YYJ).
Don't go through all the hassle of waiting in a long taxi or shared shuttles queues and use our private, door to door airport/port transfer.
Your driver will be waiting for you at a scheduled time and you will travel comfortably to your destination.
• Meeting with a Nameplate
• We track your Flight
• Door-to-door Service
• No Hidden Charges
• Clean cars & Professional drivers
Free cancellation
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Nanaimo Airport (YCD) to Mount Washington - Arrival Transfer
Book your private Arrival transfer from Nanaimo Airport (YCD) to Mount Washington Ski Resort.
Your driver will be waiting for you at a scheduled time and you will travel comfortably to your destination.
• Meeting with a Nameplate
• We track your Flight
• Door-to-door Service
• No Hidden Charges
• Clean cars & Professional drivers
Free cancellation
VIATOR
When to Visit Nanaimo BC
Cruise season patterns based on scheduled ship visits and passenger volumes
Spring Season
Mar – May
7,353 estimated passengers across 5 ship visits. Quieter period — fewer crowds.
Summer Season
Jun – Aug
3,702 estimated passengers across 5 ship visits. Quieter period — fewer crowds.
Autumn Season
Sep – Nov
7,259 estimated passengers across 3 ship visits. Quieter period — fewer crowds.
Cruise Lines Visiting Nanaimo BC
5 cruise lines. View full breakdown →
Azamara Cruises Cruises (11)
Holland America Cruises (10)
Crystal Cruises Cruises (4)
Hapag-Lloyd Cruises Cruises (1)
Phoenix Reisen Cruises (1)
Ships Arriving Soon
Next scheduled visits to Nanaimo BC
Fri 9 Oct
ms Noordam
Holland America Cruises
10:30 – 21:00
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