Bowen Island Guide
Bowen Island is more than a destination—it’s a threshold to stillness. A place where city noise fades, time slows, and nature invites you to reconnect with your body, your breath, and your being. This guide was created to help you settle in, explore with intention, and feel at home on this magical island during your stay.
Hot/cold/relax circuit at Mist Thermal Sanctuary
Dock chill + coffee at Tell Your Friends Cafe
Renk kayaks or SUP’s at Bowen Island Sea Kayaking
Do a retreat at Nectar Yoga
Bowen Island is just a short ferry ride from Horseshoe Bay in West Vancouver, but it feels like a world away. The 20-minute crossing gives you time to exhale and leave the bustle behind. Once you dock in Snug Cove, you’re only minutes from forest paths, artisan shops, and the quietude you came for.
Grab ice cream and tacos at Branch on Bowen
Hang in the orchard and do a tasting at Riley’s Cidery
Head to the beach at Tunstall Bay
Go for dinner at Tuscany
Things move a little slower here—and that’s the whole point. Shops may close early. Locals may pause to chat. The rhythm is gentle and real. Lean in. Let yourself slow all the way down.
Shop botanical products at Sangre de Fruta
Sit on the Patio at Doc Morgan’s
Walk around Grafton Lake
There’s a palpable energy on Bowen that speaks to something deep and ancient. It hums through the towering cedars, glistens on the surface of still waters, and lingers in the cool morning mist. It’s an energy that softens edges and quiets the mind.
Walk the Quarry Park Loop
Go for breakfast at The Snug
Shop curated goods at Wren Boutique
Shop sacred & functional objects at Nectar Goods
This island has a way of stripping away the noise and guiding you back to what matters—presence, connection, and clarity. Here, your nervous system has space to breathe. Your body begins to soften. Your heart remembers what it’s like to be unhurried.
As your time on Bowen comes to a close, remember that the stillness you found here isn’t just held by the island—it lives within you. The quiet mornings, deep breaths, and moments of clarity are yours to carry forward. Until next time, Bowen will be here, waiting—ready to welcome you back to yourself.
