How GAFFL Works

Search Destination

Search and select a destination that you are traveling to.

Find Locals

Browse through the list of locals in nanaimo.

Get Connected

When you find a local who you want to take tips from or meet up with, click the connect button and start chatting with them.

Take Tips & Trips

Get the best tips and advice from locals, or plan a trip together, meet up, and let them show you around their town.
Joy
Joy
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Connect with Joy to know about the hidden gems of Happy Valley
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Happy Valley
I will soon be leaving the PNW to become a digital nomad. I'm looking forward to connecting with ...
Tilak
Tilak
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California, United States
I enjoy hiking , though would be interested in other activities and sports and events . I live in...
Hamdan
Hamdan
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Calgary
I go for hikes almost every weekend. Let's go explore the mountains together
pramod
pramod
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Connect and lend pramod's vehicle or get a ride
Vancouver
working professional. free on weekends.. recently moved from Toronto. first summer in BC. excited
Winnie
Winnie
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Connect and stay in Winnie's home
Connect with Winnie to know about the hidden gems of Washington, United States
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Washington, United States
I live in the Uptown neighborhood of Seattle (near the space needle). I know a few great outdoor ...
Benny
Benny
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Connect with Benny to know about the hidden gems of Edmonton, AB, Canada
Connect with Benny to explore Edmonton, AB, Canada together
Edmonton, AB, Canada
As long as we connect a bit and I get to a place I can feel I trust you then anything you need I ...
Jay
Jay
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Connect with Jay to know about the hidden gems of Palo Alto
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Connect and lend Jay's vehicle or get a ride
Connect and use Jay's travel and outdoor equipment
Palo Alto
If you are new to the area, I will be happy to show you around or give you any local spots to vis...
Atoosa
Atoosa
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Vancouver
Hey there! 👋 Welcome to Vancouver! I'm a nature-loving, adventure-seeking local who's always up f...
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What GAFFL Users Are Saying
Marie
Marie Arroseres
from France

"It’s really nice to have a platform like GAFFL with lots of travelers wanting to do the same as you, a real beautiful cultural exchange. You can meet people so easily and in a trustful way. We were four girls, from French, German and American backgrounds, without knowing each other from before. We spent an amazing week together, 2000km driving, camping on the way. We saw kangaroos, koalas, penguins and pelicans"

Saed
Saeed Alam
from Canada

“I have found GAFFL to be an amazing tool for finding similar minded travel partners to embark on an adventure. Through GAFFL, I had organized a trip to Mexico City last month and Quazi joined the trip from Victoria, BC. We spent 14 days of straight exploring, hiking, eating and drinking. Quite an amazing experience - all thanks to GAFFL!”

Scarlett
Scarlett Mansfield
from United Kingdom

"I accidentally scrolled across GAFFL and I'm so pleased I did. I met Amaia and immediately decided to road-trip together. We're spending 10 days together and it's great because we have so much in common. Couldn't have done it without GAFFL helping us find one another! It has honestly made NZ so much cheaper to explore as I get to split the costs with someone too​"

Why GAFFL is the Best Place to Meet Locals in Nanaimo

GAFFL is perfect for travelers who are looking to meet locals and have an authentic experience in Nanaimo. We have a 3-step verification process which includes social media, phone number, and valid government ID, so you can feel safe about meeting locals in Nanaimo. With users from over 190 countries, you can connect with locals. take tips, meet and explore Nanaimo together.