give the gift of a spa day on Bowen Island
Mist Thermal Sanctuary
A sanctuary for well-being, hidden within Bowen Island’s lush valley.
A Mist gift certificate gives someone a full spa day experience in the temperate rainforest of Bowen Island. Escape into a private wood-burning sauna, cold plunge and transition tub, and deep rest, just 20 minutes from Vancouver by ferry.
Choose a complete thermal circuit for one to four guests, or a dollar value for flexibility. Sessions run 90 or 120 minutes. Gift certificates cannot be combined with other promotions, hold no cash value, are non-refundable, and never expire, ensuring your gift certificate can be enjoyed whenever the time is right.
A spa experience to celebrate any occasion
Mist gift certificates suits a couples spa getaway on Bowen Island for an anniversary or birthday.
A spa gift certificate for a mother who rarely takes time for herself.
A spa day for two with a friend visiting from out of town.
A wellness gift for women navigating a demanding season of life.
A spa gift card for Father's Day that goes beyond the predictable.
A work milestone or promotion gift that acknowledges a job well done.
And for Christmas and holiday gifting, a Mist circuit is what you give when rest is what the person actually needs.
FAQs about Mist’s Spa Experience
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Yes. Each unit is booked exclusively for you and up to 3 other friends. The sauna, cold plunge, transition tub, outdoor shower, fire lounge, and changing suite with complimentary herbal tea bar are entirely yours for the duration of your 90 or 120-minute circuit. Robes, towels, slippers, and house branded toiletries included.
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Mist sits within the trees of Bowen Island rather than inside a building, and the cold plunge and outdoor shower draw from a spring aquifer beneath the grounds. For the full picture of what a session includes, visit the Mist Experience page.
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BC Ferries runs regular crossings from Horseshoe Bay in West Vancouver to Snug Cove on Bowen Island throughout the day. The crossing takes 20 minutes and foot passengers do not need reservations. Mist is a short drive from the ferry terminal. Full directions are on our getting to Bowen page.
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Cold water immersion is not suitable for everyone. If you are pregnant, in perimenopause, managing a cardiovascular condition, or taking medication, speak with your healthcare provider before booking. Mist's transition tub offers a milder temperature option for those newer to cold immersion or with health considerations. Read to learn whether cold plunging is good for women.
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Yes. Nectar Yoga Retreat is located on the same grounds and offers 2-night stays with daily yoga, meditation and breath work, and vegetarian breakfasts. We recommend booking 2-night stay at Nectar ahead of time to avoid disappointment.
