Indigenous Experiences OPEN
This winter, many of our favourite Indigenous tourism operators are open to welcome guests; others remain cautious or closed for the remainder of 2020 and into 2021. We respect all choices made by Indigenous communities and businesses during this time.
In British Columbia, Indigenous response to the economic effects of Covid-19 includes a focus on opportunities within the digital economy, including virtual tours, online shopping, and door-to-door delivery partnerships. Explore these new online products and services and visit your local Indigenous tourism providers as a way to support Indigenous businesses and communities affected by the pandemic.
December 7, 2020 ~Until January 8, all non-essential travel to and within BC should be avoided. Please stay local and support local this holiday season. For more information about the latest Provincial Health Orders, visit here.
Content updated on December 11, 2020.
How to Travel ResponsiblyAccommodation
Skwachays Lodge
📍Vancouver
Experience: Indigenous Art and Boutique Hotel Making a Difference
Phone: 604-687-3589 | Visit Website
Outdoor Adventures and Wildlife Viewing
Talaysay Tours
📍Vancouver
Experience: Guided Snowshoeing, Hiking & Walking Tours, School and Educational Tours
Phone: 604-628-8555 | Visit Website
Great River Fishing Adventure
📍Chilliwack
Experience: Guided Fishing Tours on the Fraser River
604-792-3544 | Visit Website
Museums / Cultural Centres, Galleries
Bill Reid Gallery
📍Vancouver
Experience: Vancouver’s Indigenous Art Gallery | Shop at the gallery or online
Phone: 604-6823455 | Visit Website
Squamish Lil’wat Cultural Centre
📍Whistler
Experience: Indigenous Museum with cultural exhibits | Shop at the centre’s gift shop or online
Phone: 866-441-7522 | Visit Website
Skwachays Gallery
📍Vancouver (inside Skwachays Lodge)
Experience: Gallery displaying a variety of original paintings, carvings & jewelry by Indigenous artists| Shop at the gallery or online
Phone: 604-558-3589 | Visit Website
Stó:lō Gift Shop
📍Chilliwack
Experience: Gallery displaying a variety of original paintings, carvings & jewelry by Indigenous artists| Shop at the gallery or online
Phone: 604-824-2670 | Visit Website
Restaurants & Eateries
Lelem’ Cafe
📍Langley
Experience: Café with a menu that features a favourite in Indigenous communities and gatherings – the bannock taco | Dine-in, Take-out
Phone: 604-343-9277 | Visit Website
Salmon n’ Bannock Bistro
📍Vancouver
Experience: Taste Indigenous Flavours. Feed Your Spirit | Dine-in, Take-out, Uber Eats | Reservations highly recommended
Phone: 604-568-8971 | Visit Website
Thunderbird Café
📍Whistler (inside the Squamish Lil’wat Cultural Centre)
Experience: Indigenous-inspired menu made with fresh local ingredients | Dine-in, Take-out
Phone: 866-441-7522 | Visit Website
Transportation
Iskwew Air
📍Vancouver
Experience: Chartered Air Services between Vancouver, Vancouver Island and other BC Destinations
604-273-7713 | Visit Website
Accommodation
Best Western Tin Wis Resort
📍Tofino
Experience: Indigenous-owned and operated hotel located on MacKenzie Beach | Restaurant on site
Phone: 250-725-4445 | Visit Website
Kwa’lilas Hotel
📍Port Hardy
Experience: Port Hardy’s Indigenous destination hotel | Restaurant on site
Phone: 250-949-8525 | Visit Website
Thunderbird RV Park and Resort
📍Campbell River
Experience: RV Sites and Cottages with spectacular views of the estuary and ocean
Phone: 250-286-3344| Visit Website
Wya Point Resort
📍Ucluelet
Experience: Welcoming guests on Ucluelet First Nation’s traditional territory with luxurious lodge accommodations.
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Outdoor Adventures and Wildlife Viewing
Clayoquot Wild
📍Tofino
Experience: Guided Whale-watching and Wildlife Tours with Indigenous story-telling
Phone: 250-266-0543| Visit Website
Museums / Cultural Centres, Galleries, Gift Shops
Cedar House Gallery
📍Ucluelet
Experience: Indigenous Art Gallery and Gift Shop
Phone: 250-726-2652 | Visit Website
House of Himwitsa Native Art Gallery
📍Tofino
Experience: Indigenous Gift Shop
Phone: 250-725-2017 | Visit Website
I-Hos Gallery
📍Courtenay
Experience: Indigenous Gallery and Gift Shop| Shop at the gallery or online
Phone: 250-339-7702 | Visit Website
U’mista Cultural Centre
📍Alert Bay
Experience: Indigenous Museum / Cultural Centre and Gift Shop| Shop at the gift shop or online
Phone: 250-974-5403 | Visit Website
Culture Shock Gallery
📍Alert Bay
Experience: Indigenous Gift Shop
Phone: 250-974-2484 | Visit Website
Kwigwatsi Studio
📍Courtenay
Experience: Art Gallery & Gift Shop | Shop at the gallery by appointment or online
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Wildflowers and Co
📍Campbell River + Online
Experience: Art Gallery & Gift Shop | Shop at the gallery or online
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Ay Lelem
📍Nanaimo +Online
Experience: Fashion, Clothing | Shop online
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Restaurants & Eateries
Nax’id Pub
📍Port Hardy (inside the Kwa’lilas Hotel)
Experience: Offers full menu in a relaxed pub atmosphere. | Dine-in, Take-out
Phone: 250-949-8525 | Visit Website
Outdoor Adventures and Wildlife Viewing
Moccasin Trails
📍Kelowna/Kamloops
Experience: Guided Walking / Hiking and Canoe Tours with Indigenous story-telling.
Phone: 250-319-4902 | Visit Website
Accommodation
Quaaout Lodge & Spa at Talking Rock Golf Resort
📍 Chase
Experience: The pride of the Little Shuswap Band, the hotel is situated on the south shore of Little Shuswap Lake | Restaurant, Spa, Golf and Cultural Tours on site |
Phone: 250-679-3090| Visit Website
Spirit Ridge
📍 Osoyoos
Experience: The hotel welcomes you to Canada’s only desert, a place sacred to the Osoyoos Indian Band | Restaurant, Spa, Golf onsite
Phone: 250-495-5445| Visit Website
Museums / Cultural Centres, Galleries, Gift Shops
Syilx Trail Gift Store & Gallery
📍 Westbank / Kelowna
Experience: Indigenous Gallery, Crafts and Gift Shop
Phone: 778-755-5686| Visit Website
Nk’Mip Cultural Centre
📍 Osoyoos
Experience: Indigenous Museum / Cultural Centre and Gift Shop
Phone: 1-888-495-8555| Visit Website
Restaurants & Eateries, Wineries
Jack Sam’s Restaurant
📍Chase (inside Quaaout Lodge & Spa at Talking Rock Golf Resort)
Experience: Delicious dining over looking Little Shuswap Lake | Dine-in, Take-out
Phone: 250-679-3090 | Visit Website
Kekuli Cafe
📍Westbank / Kelowna
Experience: An original Bannock restaurant with a modern contemporary twist! “Don’t Panic…We Have Bannock!” | Dine-in, Take-out
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Kekuli Cafe
📍Merritt
Experience: An original Bannock restaurant with a modern contemporary twist! “Don’t Panic…We Have Bannock!” | Dine-in, Take-out
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Nk’Mip Cellars
📍Osoyoos
Experience: Indigenous-owned Winery
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Indigenous World Winery
📍Westbank / Kelowna
Experience: Indigenous-owned Winery
Phone: 250-769-2824| Visit Website
The Bear The Fish The Root and The Berry
📍Osoyoos (located at Spirit Ridge)
Experience: Modern vineyard cuisine inspired by Indigenous roots | Dine-in
Phone: 250-495-4660 | Visit Website
Accommodation
Big Bar Guest Ranch
📍Clinton
Experience: Indigenous-owned ranch with beautiful cabins | Skiing and Skating on site
Phone: 250-459-2333 | Visit Website
Accommodation
Ainsworth Hot Springs Resort
📍Ainsworth
Experience: Traditional rejuvenation at at the Resort | Wellness and Restaurant on site
Phone: 1-800-668-1171 | Visit Website
Restaurants & Eateries
Bear and Bone Burger Co
📍Golden
Experience: Offering a wide range of choices including burgers, steaks, salads, sandwiches and more | Dine-in | Take-out
Phone: 250-344-7222 | Visit Website
Ktunaxa Grill
📍Ainsworth (inside the Ainsworth Hot Springs Resort)
Experience: Fresh local, Indigenous-inspired cuisine | Dine-in
Phone: 1-800-668-1171 | Visit Website
Soulfood
📍Cranbrook
Experience: A true local dining experience leading the dining scene in Cranbrook | Dine-in, Take-out
Phone: 778-517-5339 | Visit Website
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