SNUNEYMUXW TERRITORY, Nanaimo, BC – July 19, 2023 – Hullo’s two new high-speed passenger ferries recently arrived to their home port at the Nanaimo Port Authority. In celebration of the vessels arriving, bookings will open early next week for Hullo’s sailings commencing August 15th.
“It’s a very exciting time for everyone. The crew at Hullo has worked diligently to bring this highly anticipated service to our coast.” Alastair Caddick, Hullo’s Chief Executive Officer “We can’t wait to welcome our first guests aboard in a few short weeks!”
The vessels spent the past couple weeks in Victoria where they underwent Sea Trials and Transport Canada certifications. Hullo’s Crew will spend the remaining few weeks sailing the route between Downtown Vancouver and Nanaimo for personnel training.
Hullo also announced their entire initial sailing schedule (valid until the end of September 2023):
Nanaimo to Downtown Vancouver Departure Schedule:
- 6:00am
- 10:00am
- 4:30pm
- 8:30pm*
Downtown Vancouver to Nanaimo Departure Schedule:
- 8:00am
- 12:00pm
- 6:30pm
- 10:30pm*
*May be later subject to special events and occasions.
As Hullo approaches its launch, earlier sailing dates will be made available to book. Hullo will also look to expand their daily crossing schedule as the crew gets their sea legs.
Initial available sailings can be booked until the end of September. When the Fall/Winter schedule is announced, guests will be able to reserve up to 90 days in advance of their sailing.
Those who subscribe to Hullo’s email list will be the first to know when bookings open next week.
About the Vancouver Island Ferry Company (VIFC) and Hullo
Proudly headquartered in Nanaimo, BC, the Vancouver Island Ferry Company (VIFC) is a modern Canadian ferry company transforming how we travel in BC. Through its service brand, Hullo, VIFC will set a new standard for guests’ travel experience across the Georgia Strait with reliability, convenience, and enjoyability at the forefront of operations. For more information on Hullo, visit www.hullo.com.
