about
NEXWLÉLEXWM
(BOWEN ISLAND)
With humility and deep respect, Mist Thermal Sanctuary is a settler business, gratefully offering services on Nexwlélexwm (Bowen Island), the ancestral and unceded territory of the Skwxwú7mesh (Squamish) Nation. This small island, cradled in Howe Sound, exudes a welcoming spirit.
Welcome to Bowen
Things to do on Bowen Island
We often hear from guests for suggestions on things to do on Bowen Island. Bowen offers a myriad of experiences, from kayaking in sheltered bays during the warm months and enjoying ocean dips at sandy beaches to embarking on sea adventures from the marina. Whether you're hiking up Mount Gardner or seeking an adrenaline rush on a mountain bike, the island caters to diverse interests. Engage with locals and explore handcrafted goods and artwork scattered across the island.
Extend your Circuit with a stay at Nectar Retreat
Nectar Yoga Retreat Centre offers a signature 2-Night Experience Package (with 4-Night stays available seasonally), designed for a restful, holistic escape. Guests stay in charming, modern A-frame cabins or luxe forest cottages, and enjoy nourishing breakfasts, rejuvenating yoga sessions, and extended opportunities to immerse themselves in nature. Visit Nectar’s boutique as well, where wellness products and spiritual supplies can be purchased.
Perched atop an aquifer
United with Nectar Yoga Retreat, our adjacent sister venue, Mist Thermal Sanctuary is committed to promoting wellness through our holistic thermal experience, with a focus on responsibility. We harness mineral-rich spring water drawn from an underground aquifer right beneath our facilities. This porous rock formation preserves fresh rainwater, strengthening our resilience against water scarcity caused by climate change. Our ultimate goal is to provide gentle care, not only for our guests, our staff, and also for the Earth.
