BOWEN ISLAND RENTALS FIELD GUIDE
Bowen Island Unplugged: Explore the Coast in a 40 km/h Low‑Speed 'Golf Cart'
Rent Bowen eBikes' low‑speed 'Golf Cart' — a 40 km/hr vehicle available in 4–32 hour blocks — for drivers 25+ with a Class 5 licence and required insurance and deposit.
Bowen Island Unplugged: Explore the Coast in a 40 km/h Low‑Speed 'Golf Cart'.
Bowen Island’s quiet roads and coastal turns are made for a slow, attentive kind of exploration — and Bowen eBikes’ rental “Golf Cart” lets you experience that landscape without pedaling. Technically a low‑speed vehicle that reaches 40 km/hr, the rental puts the island within easy reach for those who meet the operator’s requirements, turning a short outing into a nimble, self‑directed loop along the trunk road and shoreline lanes.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
A low‑speed vehicle built for easy island runs
The vehicle marketed as the “Golf Cart” is a Low Speed Vehicle capable of 40 km/hr — fast enough to cover ground but slow enough to keep the ride relaxed and local.
Who can drive and what they must bring
Rentals are conditional: drivers must be 25 or older, hold a Class 5 driver’s licence, and carry their own vehicle insurance; a credit card is required for a damage deposit.
Flexible short or extended rentals
Rentals are offered in spans that start at 4 hours and can extend up to 32 hours, letting you choose a quick coastal run or a longer exploration of Bowen Island.
What the day feels like
What the rental feels like
The experience is straightforward: collect the low‑speed vehicle from the operator’s kiosk, then set a simple self‑guided loop along Bowen Island’s trunk road and adjacent lanes. The cart’s 40 km/hr top speed keeps speeds moderate while letting you cover more ground than walking or cycling, so the outing feels like an independent reconnaissance of the island rather than a strenuous excursion.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this rental suits — and who should choose another option.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
Bring your Class 5 driver’s licence, proof of your own vehicle insurance, and a credit card for the $2,000 damage deposit; personal items and weather‑appropriate clothing are recommended for short drives.
Rentals are available from 4 hours up to 32 hours so plan whether you need a quick outing or a longer block to explore the island.
Pick up and drop off take place at Bowen eBikes’ kiosk at 431 Bowen Island Trunk Rd Kiosk 101, Bowen Island, BC V0N 1G0.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
How fast does the rental 'Golf Cart' go?
The vehicle is a Low Speed Vehicle with a top speed of 40 km/hr.
What age and licence do I need to drive?
Drivers must be at least 25 years old and hold a Class 5 driver’s licence.
Do I need insurance to rent?
Yes — you must have your own vehicle insurance to rent the cart.
Is a deposit required?
A credit card is required for a damage deposit of $2,000.
How long can I rent the cart?
Rental durations range from 4 hours up to 32 hours.
Where do I pick up the vehicle?
Meet at the Bowen eBikes kiosk located at 431 Bowen Island Trunk Rd Kiosk 101, Bowen Island, BC V0N 1G0 for pickup.