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Thompson Okanagan

Secwepemctsin | Nsyilxcən

Spotted Lake

The NLaka’pamux, Okanagan and Secwepemc First Nations culture is bound to desert landscapes and fertile soil, dense forests, mountains, and fresh water.

Mocassin Trails

Modern Indigenous wine-making expresses plant knowledge in the Southern Okanagan; reconstructed pithouses (kekulis) preserve and share traditional Indigenous innovation and technology with visitors to Secwepemc Territory.

Popular Areas in Thompson Okanagan

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Kelowna / Westbank

Laid-back gateway to the Okanagan Valley.

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Okanagan Valley

Ripe for adventure.

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Thompson-Nicola

Revel in diversity.

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Shuswap

Recreate on the lake.

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Experience Providers in the Thompson Okanagan

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Spirit Ridge

indigenous culture, hotels, spas & wellness, wineries & wine tours

A migratory destination and home of the Osoyoos Indian Band, the sacred land of Spirit Ridge has provided both physical and spiritual bounty for thousands of years. A breathtaking destination in Canadas only desert, guests now travel here seeking an escape from the rigors of contemporary life. Hike along plentiful trails, wander through the award-winning NK'MIP vineyard, golf, stargaze, or simply close your eyes and breathe in the tranquilizing fragrance of desert sage. For whatever a guest wishes to find here, they will most certainly leave having found something most important themselves.

Thompson Okanagan

Osoyoos

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Nk'Mip Campground & RV Resort

indigenous culture, campgrounds & rv parks

Thompson Okanagan

Osoyoos

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Swiws Spirit Tours

indigenous culture, wineries & wine tours

South Okanagan Wine and Cultural Tours. Discover the fascinating stories of Canadas only desert and share in the rich living culture of the Okanagan people. Based in Osoyoos BC, we offer many winery and cultural tour options leaving from your accommodations door step.

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Osoyoos

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Grape Escapes Wine Tours

wineries & wine tours

Dare to enjoy our wine tours without dashes of pretentiousness or hints of snootiness. Grape Escapes believes that wine should be all about having fun and loving the taste. Simply drink the wine with something or someone you find delicious. We are the only wine-industry certified company touring Naramata Bench, Summerland, OK Falls, Oliver-Osoyoos, & the Similkameen based in Penticton. AWARDS: 2016 Luxury Travel Guide Global Wine Specialist of the Year Award 2015 Business Excellence Award as Best Hospitality/Tourism Business of the Year (Penticton & Wine Country Chamber of Commerce) 2015 Aboriginal Tourism Business of the Year (All Nations Trust) 2016/15/14 TripAdvisor Certificate of Excellence Award 2013 Best of the Okanagan Readers' Choice Awards (Okanagan Life Magazine) 2012 Business Excellence Award as Best New Business (Penticton & Wine Country Chamber of Commerce).

Thompson Okanagan

Penticton

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Nk'Mip Cellars

indigenous culture, wineries & wine tours

At NkMip Cellars, we are the dedicated guardians of a proud legacy. As the first Indigenous-owned winery in North America, we are inspired to express our culture in everything we do. Our Winery itself is a bold celebration and strong reflection of our commitment to authenticity and deep respect for our colourful past. We extend an invitation to discover, not only the international award-wining wines we produce, but also the relentless spirit and remarkable history that inspire them.

Thompson Okanagan

Osoyoos

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Moccasin Trails

paddling, hiking, indigenous culture

Immerse yourself and be transformed by our storytelling and follow the path of our ancestors with authentic Indigenous hiking and canoe tours in British Columbia.

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Where to Stay in the Thompson Okanagan

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Nk'Mip Campground & RV Resort

indigenous culture, campgrounds & rv parks

Thompson Okanagan

Osoyoos

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Big Bar Guest Ranch

paddling, horseback riding & ranches, fishing, resorts & wilderness lodges, indigenous culture

KICK UP YOUR HEELS Nestled between the majestic Marble Mountains and the mighty Fraser River is Big Bar Guest Ranch - historic, timeless and never out-of-style. Its a cowpoke palace, nestled amongst the pristine grasslands of British Columbias Cariboo. We promise youll rediscover yourself, learn new things about each other, and get back to the simple things that matter most and started it all. A rustic retreat without pretense, Big Bar guests are welcomed like family. Laid back and friendly professional service is delivered with the goal of having you leave feeling like Big Bar Ranch is your personal "Home on the Range. Have your breakfast prepared just the way you like it, breathe in the smell of pine wafting on the air from the seat of your saddle overlooking the Fraser River, or take a bottle of wine back to your cabin to catch the sun set over the mountain.

Cariboo Chilcotin Coast

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