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.

Experience Providers in the Thompson Okanagan

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Nk'Mip Cellars

wineries & wine tours, indigenous culture

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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Tunkwa Lake Resort

fishing, campgrounds & rv parks, cabins & cottages, indigenous culture

Thompson Okanagan

Logan Lake

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Nk'Mip Campground & RV Resort

indigenous culture, campgrounds & rv parks

Thompson Okanagan

Osoyoos

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Kekuli Café Kamloops

indigenous culture, dining & culinary tours

Kekuli Cafe is a locally owned Aboriginal Cuisine Cafe Coffee shop! Serving everything on Bannock, with Bannock. Breakfast Served All day, Lunch & Dinner. Your gathering place for meetings, music, coffee groups & more.

Thompson Okanagan

Kamloops

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Kekuli Café Merritt

dining & culinary tours, indigenous culture

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Kekuli Café West Kelowna

dining & culinary tours, indigenous culture

Thompson Okanagan

West Kelowna

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Where to Stay in the Thompson Okanagan

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Wya Point Resort

indigenous culture, storm watching, campgrounds & rv parks, cabins & cottages

Wya Point Resort is situated amongst old-growth forest and private, pristine beaches of the Yuu-thlu-ilth-aht (Ucluelet) First Nation peoples. Located on the rugged and remote west coast of Vancouver Island, we offer luxurious lodge accommodations, waterfront yurts and beachfront camping. We have nine timber lodges that were built to LEED Platinum standards using locally harvested red cedar. Each lodge is uniquely designed by a local carver and artist, and named for an animal of the Yuu-thlu-ilth-aht culture. The lodges come equipped with a full kitchenette, fireplace, bathroom, bedroom (1 or 2), cedar deck and chairs, and floor to ceiling windows that overlook Ucluth beach. Our beachfront yurts are open year-round and have private access to Wya beach. All come with a gas stove for heat, cedar deck and chairs, linens and basic kitchen essentials. While our yurts and lodges have daily housekeeping, guests are advised to bring their own potable drinking water and food.

Vancouver Island

Ucluelet

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Ocean House at Tlaga Gawtlaas

hotels, indigenous culture, resorts & wilderness lodges

Reopening at a new land-based location, Ocean House offers boutique accommodations overlooking a protected bay near the village of Old Massett. The peaceful and visually-stunning setting offers guests convenient access to Naikoon Provincial Park, as well as the many Haida arts and culture experiences available in Masset and the neighbouring communities. A dining room featuring gourmet tide-to-table cuisine, and a rejuvenating Haida-inspired spa, complete with treatment rooms, cedar sauna, steam room and fitness centre, enhance the guest experience.

Northern British Columbia

Moresby Island

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