Things To Do In & Around Osoyoos, BC
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Chakra Balancing Massage
by Illumination SpaAncient Hindu texts tell us that seven chakras, or energy centres, exist in the human body, and that balancing them leads to better physical, emotional and spiritual well-being. During this one-hour treatment, your Illuminations Spa practitioner will use aromatic essential oils, deep-breathing techniques, expert massage and chakra-energy work to create a truly original experience that will leave you feeling re-aligned and rejuvenated. Discover the timeless truth of this ancient wisdom in the comfort of Illumination’s elemental-themed holistic treatment centre.
$99 CAD Per Person -
Gold Mining Comes Alive Trek
by Great Horned Owl Eco-ToursWelcome to yesteryear. You’ll begin your step back in time with a visit to Hedley, a historic gold mining town. Then, jump on a shuttle and make your way to Mascot Mine, situated on a cliff overlooking the Similkameen Valley. Along the way, you’ll listen to stories about the amazing challenges gold mining pioneers faced. Once you arrive at Mascot Mine, you’ll come to appreciate the daily life of a mine worker- including the risks associated with it. Then try your hand at gold panning on the Similkameen River system and wander through the Snaza’ist Discovery Centre for greater insight into this fascinating profession. As your day comes to a close, refuel with lunch at the Hitching Post Restaurant! Bring your camera because there are plenty of vantage points to capture knock-out photography! This educational and exciting activity makes for a fantastic family outing. Children aged 10 and older welcomed. Access to the mine requires a short walk, followed by a series of steep staircases. If you need a rest, there are several places to stop and take in the view! This is a moderate level activity, and requires a minimum of 4 participants.
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Intorductory Lakeview Flight
by Wine Country Helicopter AdventuresIf you’re short on time, or just want a sampling of wondrous wine country from the sky, then take off on Wine Country Helicopter Adventures timesaving helicopter tour! Before you know it, you’ll be flying over Osoyoos Lake, taking in views of its splendid beaches and surrounding mountains. Tour lasts 8 minutes. Tours can be booked between 9am and 5pm, seven days a week. Flights provided by Rotorworks Inc.
$69 CAD Per Person (minimum 2 people) -
Full-Day ATV Excursion
by Wine Country Helicopter AdventuresExplore exciting backcountry from the seat of an ATV with Mckinney Creek Adventures. Your full day of activity begins with a helicopter flight that offers you views you won’t soon forget! Then you’ll touchdown, meet your backcountry guide and head out for a thrilling ATV exploration that takes you through small streams, across open fields, over lush green hillsides and along rugged trails. Take a stop to grab a once in a lifetime picture or recharge with lunch, then head back out to explore this boundless pristine wilderness. At the end of your thrill-filled day, your helicopter pilot will pick you up and provide you one last scenic pleasure as he transports you back to homebase. This is the perfect way to share family fun, strengthen buddy camaraderie or blow off some corporate steam! Flights provided by Rotorworks Inc. You will be offered multiple stops to capture fun photos and take breaks. Tour can incorporate additional activities with prior arrangement (additional fees may apply.) Activities may include camping, fishing, gold panning, swimming, wildlife/bird watching just to name a few!
$495 CAD Per Full day (minimum 2 people) -
Luxury Pedicure
by Illumination SpaA truly blissful experience for your feet. After you arrive at Illumination Spa’s elemental-themed space, you’ll begin your treatment with a foot soak before your practitioner exfoliates your tootsies with sea salts and minerals. Next, sink your toes into a luxurious warm mud bath, followed by a soothing foot massage using hydrating body butter. Illumination Spa is committed to using organic, vegan products, meaning everything that has touched your feet, even the nail polish, is high-quality and free of toxic chemicals. Your feet will thank you.
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Flower Child Facial
by Illumination SpaBreathe life into your oily or normal skin with this facial. Using natural skin-care products infused with floral essences, the expert spa practitioners at Illuminations will truly treat your face, improving your overall skin tone and leaving you with an energized, healthy glow after this hour-long treatment. Illuminations’ commitment to ethical products and holistic treatments is apparent the moment you arrive at their cozy, elemental-themed spa. And remember, the benefits of facials go beyond just garnering a healthy glow; they can detoxify your body, exfoliate your skin and regulate your immune system.
$99 CAD Per Person -
Incredible Bird Watching and Nature Excursion
by Great Horned Owl Eco-ToursExplore remote South Okanagan protected areas with a knowledgeable, enthusiastic guide. One third of the South Okanagan is included in the Provincial Land Reserve/Protected Area. These lands are comprised of a montage of marshes, pastures, rivers and dry desert- providing one of Canada’s finest bird retreats. Due to the incredibly diverse territory, a wide range of birds may be sighted, including western bluebird, black chinned hummingbird and Clark’s nutcracker jay. Waterfowl such as limicolae, nightjars, raptors and passerines also call this magnificently varied land home. This is an ideal activity for nature enthusiasts and bird watchers of all experience levels. Plan your excursion for dawn or dusk in an effort to sight more obscure species. Over 300 species of birds can be seen in the Okanagan Valley throughout the year, including the rarely seen yellow-breasted chat, bobolink, long billed curlew or white-headed woodpecker. May to early August is the best time for seeing birds. During the peak season, one can easily identify 75 to 100 species in a day’s outing. The Provincial Land Reserve/Protected Area includes land that is broken into a patchwork of marshes, pastures, rivers and dry desert, making for an ultra-rich bird habitat. This activity requires a minimum of 4 participants and includes visits to multiple locations.
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Marvelous Nk’Mip Helicopter Excursion
by Wine Country Helicopter AdventuresBlend a fantastic helicopter flight with a visit to an incredible winery and an inspiring cultural center and you have the makings for one perfect outing; and that’s just what you’ll get. Your Nk’Mip journey begins with a remarkable helicopter flight over incredible mountains and the lakes of the south Okanagan. Then you’ll fly over 1000 acres of amazingly beautiful and bountiful agricultural land which comprises more than 20% of British Columbia’s grape production. Touchdown to break and browse at a local artisan’s shop, then you’re off once again. When you return to Nk’Mip Resort you’ll be met with a lovely glass of wine, and then treated to a wine tasting and tour at Nk’Mip Cellars. The agricultural land you’ll view is established on Osoyoos Indian Band Lands. Nk’Mip Cellars is North America’s first aboriginal owned and operated winery. Nk’Mip Cellars boasts award winning wines. Flights provided by Rotorworks Inc.
$165 CAD Per Person (minimum 2 people) -
Half-Day ATV Adventure
by Wine Country Helicopter AdventuresJump on an ATV and leave your everyday pressures in the dust. You’re in for a few hours of backcountry exploration that thrills, excites and revitalizes! Your day of adventure begins with a stimulating helicopter flight that offers you views you won’t soon forget. Once you touchdown you’ll meet your backcountry guide and travel ATV style through small streams, across open fields, over lush green hillsides and along rugged trails. At the end of your action packed half-day adventure your helicopter pilot will pick you up and provide you one last scenic pleasure as he transports you back to homebase. This is the perfect way to share family fun, strengthen buddy camaraderie or blow off some corporate steam! Flights provided by Rotorworks Inc. You will be offered multiple stops to capture fun photos and take breaks. Tour can incorporate additional activities with prior arrangement (additional fees may apply.) Activities may include camping, fishing, gold panning, swimming, wildlife/bird watching just to name a few!
$425 CAD Per 1/2 Day (minimum 2 people) -
Hike Magnificent Mount Kobau
by Great Horned Owl Eco-ToursAfter an enjoyable short hike in the South Okanagan Grasslands Protected Area, you’ll arrive at an extraordinary spot that provides boundless views of Okanagan Valley, Similkameen Valley and the gorgeous Cascade Mountains. From this beautiful locale 6000 feet above sea level, you’ll even catch a distant view of McIntrye Bluff. Then, head off for one sensational photographic opportunity: “Spotted Lake.” Recognized as one of Canada’s most extraordinary natural attractions, the lake divides into spectrums of white, green and yellow pools during summer- thanks to super high concentrations of minerals. The Spotted Lake is 38 acres in size! What a wonder! The trail you will hike is comprised of well-defined loose gravel, and makes for easy travel. You’ll likely see some of Canada’s wildlife too, including Swallowtail butterflies, Brewer’s sparrow, mule deer, Turkey Vultures, marmot and black bears. This activity requires a minimum of 4 participants.
$89 CAD Per Person (17+) -
Spotted Lake Helicopter Adventure
by Wine Country Helicopter AdventuresGet a bird's eye view of some of Osoyoos' finest wineries. On this 15-minute flight, you'll be able to see Spotted Lake (named for the many "spots" that appear on the lake's surface due to the high concentration of minerals in its waters), Osoyoos Lake, and the rows of grape vines of some of the South Okanagan's famous vineyards. Tour lasts 15 minutes. Flights can be booked between 9am and 5pm, seven days a week. Flights provided by Rotorworks Inc.
$119 CAD Per Person (minimum 2 people) -
Skaha Helicopter Adventure
by Wine Country Helicopter AdventuresThirty thrilling minutes await you. Your skilled helicopter pilot will track the shore of stunning Skaha Lake on your way toward beautiful Penticton. Mountains punctuate the skyline, sunshine makes magic on the water, and lush countryside abounds. You’ll also catch sight of Penticton and massive Okanagan Lake – which has a reputation as a genuine gem! As you head back to homebase you’ll be treated to a picturesque trip through the mountains. This is breathtaking British Columbia at its finest! Tour lasts 30 minutes. Tours can be booked between 9am and 5pm, seven days a week. Skaha Lake is a freshwater lake located in the Okanagan Valley. Flights provided by Rotorworks Inc.
$235 CAD Per Person (minimum 2 people)
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Spa & Wellness
After a long day of sampling vintages in primo Okanagan wine country, it’s good to take some time to relax. Check in to one of Osoyoos’ spas and indulge in a massage, facial or body treatment that will leave you full of bliss and feeling limber.
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Nature Tours
There's plenty to see in Osoyoos. This picturesque Okanagan Valley community is close to endangered Antelope Brush grasslands, stunning mountainside vistas and shimmering lakes, not to mention rich with mining history and wildlife. Opting for a fully guided tour means you'll get to wander in these fascinating areas while getting the scoop on their history and significance. So grab your camera and remember: take nothing but pictures, leave nothing but footprints.
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Sightseeing
You won't find any run-of-the-mill sightseeing excursions in Osoyoos. From a helicopter ride to North America's first aboriginal-owned-and-operated winery to learning about sustainability while trekking through three of the area's unique ecosystems, there's no shortage of interesting and innovative ways to explore the South Okanagan. A blend of rich history, natural beauty and great wine producers make Osoyoos an ideal starting point for a trek into the countryside.
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Hiking
Located in the heart of some of British Columbia’s more beautiful protected grasslands, Osoyoos offers hikers and walkers fabulous access to the region’s great outdoors. Visitors can take to the hills on short walks in the immediate vicinity or head off on a lengthy jaunt into the wilderness. Expect to see wildlife along the way; for example, the wetlands surrounding the town are perfect for walks on flatter terrain and there are a variety of birds to spot. Hikers looking for more of a challenge can tackle the slopes of the 6,135-foot high Mount Kobau, with the ultimate reward of spectacular. Tourists who want to make their adventure a little more exciting can join in one of the area’s popular eco tours, which provided guided journeys into protected areas rich with wildlife or visits to abandoned gold mines located on the steep slopes of the Similkameen Valley. Whatever your experience or fitness level, there are hikes and trails to explore in the diverse wilderness surrounding the town of Osoyoos.
Starting at $89 CAD
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Wine Country Helicopter Adventures
Wine Country Helicopter Adventures offers guests a variety of distinctive sightseeing adventures of Okanagan Valley- a region respectfully recognized as the Wine Capital of Canada. Select from exhilarating sightseeing helicopter flights to full day backcountry ATV adventures, fine winery excursions and more. Wine Country Helicopter Adventures offers flights by Rotorworks Inc. that get you there in style, providing dynamic, breathtaking views all along the way.
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Great Horned Owl Eco-Tours
Great Horned Owl Eco Tours specializes in intimate, informative and unique small-group excursions of British Columbia’s Okanagan Valley. From the history of gold mining to bird watching and the understanding of endangered ecosystems, Great Horned Owl Eco Tours offers a variety of high-quality ecological experiences. Greg Byron, the owner and operator of Great Horned Owl, is an avid environmentalist who is passionate about helping others understand, appreciate and enjoy the remarkable Okanagan Valley region.
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Illumination Spa
Treat yourself to guilt-free luxury. Illumination Spa, located in the Watermark Beach Resort in Osoyoos, BC, specializes in first-class spa treatments using organic, vegan products and holistic practices. Owner Gillian Clark and been doing mind and body work for over 15 years, and she and the rest of her staff strive to go beyond just providing a facial or pedicure; they create a personalised spa experience that rejuvenates, restores and makes you feel amazing inside and out.
Starting at $69 CAD
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Meaning “narrowing of the waters” in the Okanagan language, the southern British Columbia town of Osoyoos straddles the narrows of a lake by the same name and is a short jaunt from the Canadian-US boundary. This vibrant border community enjoys a healthy outdoor lifestyle with an emphasis on sports and community activities, and visitors are made welcome at the many street dances that are held throughout the year. From championship-calibre golf courses to winter skiing, the arid climate in Osoyoos truly makes it a town for all seasons.
