Indigenous Experiences OPEN
There are unique challenges and considerations for Indigenous communities and businesses when deciding how and when to re-open to visitors. As travel and gathering restrictions ease in British Columbia, many of our favourite Indigenous tourism operators prepare to welcome guests. Others maintain strict emergency response measures, including closure for the remainder of 2020.
Indigenous people in Canada have historical experience with devastating outbreaks. Indigenous communities must weigh economic health against the factors that increase vulnerability to Covid-19 for Indigenous people.
We respect all choices made by Indigenous communities and businesses during this time. Indigenous Tourism BC encourages travellers to respect community travel bans and support your Indigenous tourism local economy.
UPDATED, October 19, 2020.
How to Travel ResponsiblyAccommodation
Skwachays Lodge
📍Vancouver
Experience: Indigenous Culture, Hotel | Phone: 604-687-3589 | Visit Website
Outdoor Adventures and Wildlife Viewing
Talaysay Tours
📍Vancouver
Experience: Indigenous Culture, Hiking & Walking Tours, Virtual Tours, School and Educational Tours | Phone: 604-628-8555 | Visit Website
Takaya Tours
📍Vancouver
Experience: Indigenous Culture, Kayak Rentals in Belcarra Park and Cates Park, Cultural Tours by Kayak | Visit Website
Iskwew Air
📍Vancouver
Experience: Indigenous Culture, Transportation
604-273-7713 | Visit Website
Great River Fishing Adventure
📍Chilliwack
Experience: Indigenous Culture, Fishing, Outdoor Adventure | 604-792-3544 | Visit Website
Museums / Cultural Centres, Galleries
Bill Reid Gallery
📍Vancouver
Experience: Indigenous Culture, Museum, Art Gallery, Gift Shop | Phone: 604-6823455 | Visit Website
Squamish Lil’wat Cultural Centre
📍Whistler
Experience: Indigenous Culture, Museum, Cultural Centre, Restaurant, Gift Shop, Catering| Phone: 866-441-7522 | Visit Website
Skwachays Gallery
📍Vancouver
Experience: Indigenous Culture, Gallery, Gift Shop| Phone: 604-558-3589 | Visit Website
Restaurants & Eateries
Lelem’ Arts & Cultural Cafe
📍Langley
Experience: Indigenous Culture, Restaurant & Eatery | Phone: 604-343-9277 | Visit Website
Salmon n’ Bannock
📍Vancouver
Experience: Indigenous Culture, Restaurant & Eatery, Pick-up, Uber Eats only until further notice | Phone: 604-568-8971 | Visit Website
Thunderbird Cafe
📍Whistler
Experience: Indigenous Culture, Restaurant & Eatery, Pick-up, Catering| Phone: 866-441-7522 | Visit Website
Accommodation
Best Western Tin Wis Resort
📍Tofino
Experience: Indigenous Culture, Hotel, Restaurant| Phone: 250-725-4445 | Visit Website
Kwa’lilas Hotel
📍Port Hardy
Experience: Indigenous Culture, Hotel, Restaurant| Phone: 250-949-8525 | Visit Website
Thunderbird RV Park and Resort
📍Campbell River
Experience: Indigenous Culture, RV Park, Cabins, Camping| Phone: 250-286-3344| Visit Website
Puntledge Campground and RV Site
📍Courtenay
Experience: Indigenous Culture, RV Park, Campground | Phone: 1 250 334-3773 | Visit Website
Cluxewe Resort
📍Port McNeil
Experience: Indigenous Culture, Cabin, RV Park, Campground | Phone: 1-250-949-0378 |Visit Website
Outdoor Adventures and Wildlife Viewing
Sidney Whale Watching
📍Sidney
Experience: Indigenous Culture, Wildlife Tours, Outdoor Adventure, Cultural Tours | Phone: 1-250-656-7599 | Visit Website
Clayoquot Wild
📍Tofino
Experience: Indigenous Culture, Wildlife Tours, Outdoor Adventure, Cultural Tours | Phone: 1-250-266-0543| Visit Website
Museums / Cultural Centres, Galleries, Gift Shops
Cedar House Gallery
📍Ucluelet
Experience: Indigenous Culture, Art Gallery, Gift Shop| Phone: 250-726-2652 | Visit Website
House of Himwitsa Native Art Gallery
📍Tofino
Experience: Indigenous Culture, Art Gallery, Gift Shop| Phone: 250-725-2017 | Visit Website
I-Hos Gallery
📍Courtenay
Experience: Indigenous Culture, Art Gallery, Gift Shop| Phone: 250-339-7702 | Visit Website
U’mista Cultural Centre
📍Alert Bay
Experience: Indigenous Culture, Museum, Cultural Centre, Gift Shop| Phone: 250-974-5403 | Visit Website
Culture Shock Gallery
📍Alert Bay
Experience: Indigenous Culture, Museum, Cultural Centre, Gift Shop| Phone: 250-974-2484 | Visit Website
Totem Design House
📍Courtenay
Experience: Indigenous Culture, Art Gallery, Gift Shop, Fashion, Jewelry | Visit Website
Restaurants & Eateries
Nax’id Pub
📍Port Hardy
Experience: Indigenous Culture, Restaurant & Eatery | Phone: 250-949-8525 | Visit Website
Outdoor Adventures and Wildlife Viewing
Moccasin Trails
📍Kelowna/Kamloops
Experience: Indigenous Culture, Outdoor Adventure, Cultural Tours | Phone: 1-250-319-4902 | Visit Website
Accommodation
Quaaout Lodge & Spa at Talking Rock Golf Resort
📍 Chase
Experience: Indigenous Culture, Resort, Restaurant, Spa, Golf, Cultural Tours | 250-679-3090| Visit Website
Spirit Ridge
📍 Osoyoos
Experience: Indigenous Culture, Resort, Restaurant, Spa, Golf | 250-495-5445| Visit Website
Museums / Cultural Centres, Galleries, Gift Shops
Syilx Trail Gift Store & Gallery
📍 Westbank / Kelowna
Experience: Indigenous Culture, Gallery, Crafts, Gift Shop | 778-755-5686| Visit Website
Nlk’Mip Cultural Centre
📍 Osoyoos
Experience: Indigenous Culture, Gallery, Gift Shop | 1-888-495-8555| Visit Website
Restaurants & Eateries, Wineries
Jack Sam’s Restaurant
📍Chase
Experience: Indigenous Culture, Restaurant & Eatery | Visit Website
Kekuli Cafe
📍Westbank / Kelowna and Merritt (2 Locations)
Experience: Indigenous Culture, Restaurant & Eatery | Visit Website
Nk’Mip Cellars
📍Osoyoos
Experience: Indigenous Culture, Winery | Visit Website
Indigenous World Winery
📍Westbank / Kelowna
Experience: Indigenous Culture, Winery | 250-769-2824| Visit Website
The Bear The Fish The Root and The Berry
📍Osoyoos
Experience: Indigenous Culture, Restaurants and Eateries | Visit Website
Accommodation
Big Bar Guest Ranch
📍Ainsworth
Experience: Indigenous Culture, Accommodation, Outdoor Adventure, Skating, Skiing| Phone: 250-459-2333 | Visit Website
Accommodation
Ainsworth Hot Springs Resort
📍Ainsworth
Experience: Indigenous Culture, Accommodation, Wellness | Phone: 1-800-668-1171 | Visit Website
Restaurants & Eateries
Bear and Bone Burger Co
📍Golden
Experience: Indigenous Culture, Restaurants & Eatery | Phone: 250-344-7222 | Visit Website
Ktunaxa Grill
📍Ainsworth
Experience: Indigenous Culture, Restaurants & Eatery | Phone: 1-800-668-1171 | Visit Website
Soulfood
📍Cranbrook
Experience: Indigenous Culture, Restaurants & Eatery | Phone: 778-517-5339 | Visit Website
Accommodation
Talon Point Campground
📍Burns Lake
Experience: Indigenous Culture, Cabins, Camping, Kayaking| Phone: 250-692-6926 | Visit Website
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Use the Indigenous BC Trip Planner App to search for experiences, accommodations, and businesses. Save your favourites to create your own custom itinerary, then use the interactive map to find attractions and experiences close to you once you’ve arrived in British Columbia. View the most up-to-date business reopening information, including hours of operation.
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