Plan Your Trip

One of the best parts about BC’s Sunshine Coast is the journey to get here. The unique landscape requires access by boat or by plane—and the island, mountain, and ocean views along the way help set the stage for your adventure.

Note that planning your trip ahead of time is key, especially during the busy summer season. Make ferry reservations if you can, book your accommodations in advance, and read our know before you go page for important travel updates and information on how to explore the Sunshine Coast in a safe, responsible, and respectful way. Browse our website to learn more about how to get here and get around, what the weather is like, accessibility on the Sunshine Coast, and more. 

Looking for some trip planning help? Our Visitor Information Centres can offer help via phone, email, or in-person. You can also check out our Sunshine Coast Travel Guide for plenty of inspiration, and visit the travel deals & packages page throughout the year to see what’s on offer. You can start building your trip with our itinerary planner—as you browse business listings, events, and special offers on the website, click "Add to Trip Itinerary" or the heart icon to start curating your adventure.

Forest Ferns

Travel Guide & Maps

Looking for some trip inspiration and planning tools? Check out the Sunshine Coast Travel Guide, as well as a variety of local maps and resources.

Arbutus trees cling to the edge of Manzanita Bluff along the Sunshine Coast Trail

Deals & Packages

Explore more of the Sunshine Coast with local travel deals and packages. Check back often for more offers throughout the year.

A view of Marine Avenue with vehicles parked in front of local businesses.

Trip Ideas

Need some trip ideas and inspiration for your Sunshine Coast trip? Try these suggested touring routes & itineraries to inspire your next trip to the Sunshine Coast, BC.

A woman wearing a backpack walks along the pier.

Itinerary Planner

Plan your next trip to the Sunshine Coast. Add business listings, upcoming events, and special offers to your itinerary before sharing it with your travel companions.

T-shirts and souvenirs inside the Gibsons Visitor Centre.

Visitor Centres

Visitor Centres on the Sunshine Coast that offer professional visitor counselling, helpful travel information and literature, and assistance with activity and accommodation reservations.

Ferry from Earls Cove to Saltery Bay

Weather

The weather on the Sunshine Coast is quite mild year-round. Gets some tips on what to add to your packing list.

Inland Disability Access

Accessibility

The Sunshine Coast of British Columbia strives to be an inclusive travel destination to people of all abilities. Read on to learn more about accessible travel.

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While exploring the Sunshine Coast, please remember to be safe, responsible, and respectful. We’re all visitors on the traditional territories of the Tla’amin, Klahoose, shíshálh, Sḵwx̱wú7mesh, and Xwémalhkwu Nations.

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