Specific location is "Dead point IR#5" on Harbledown Island. Some may refer to it as New Vancouver Island.
Fly to Port Hardy or Ferry to Nanaimo.
- Return trips between YVR and Port Hardy average around $400/person depending on time of year.
- Accommodation in Port Hardy averages $130/person/night depending on time of year.
Drive to Alder Bay Resort near Port McNeil($5/night to park there)
- 30 minute drive/taxi ride from Port Hardy
- 3.5 hour drive from Nanaimo Ferry Terminals (Departure Bay)
Book water taxi transportation and accommodation with the office.
- Ask for Elizabeth (250-974-2703)
- The Guest House is $30/person/night
- Return trip for the water taxi is $350
Packing
- Best to pack a surge protector
- Only appliances are stove and fridge
- Washer/dryer often broken
- Reception and internet is limited
- There is NO grocery store in the community.
- Bruce operates the water taxi and lives in the community. He will pick you up from Alder Bay and drop you off (all weather dependent). It is ~35 minute boat ride to the Village.
Transport large equipment like boom lifts to Da'naxda'xw:
- Use Marine Link or Inlet Navigation based out of Campbell River (same Marina)
Marine Link Pricing for scheduled sailings:
$800.00 transport (plus applicable taxes)
$75.00 Terminal Cross Dock Fee (payable directly to CRMT)
