Experience Providers

The Quaaout Lodge & Talking Rock Golf Course, the pride of the Little Shuswap Indian Band, is situated on the north shore of Little Shuswap Lake.Located midway between Vancouver & Calgary we are located just minutes off the Trans Canada Highway, a 45 minute drive east from the Kamloops, or a scenic 2 hour drive north from Kelowna International Airport. The Lodge underwent a major 4 month renovation in 2010, which included re-designing all hotel guest rooms, our restaurant, Jack Sam’s and hotel exterior. Balconies were added to all rooms and suites for our guests to enjoy the view of the lake and surrounding woods. The Lodge is open for reservations daily, taking bookings for individual travelers, banquets, groups, meetings and golf. Guest amenities at the Resort include: * 1800 feet of sandy beach * Indoor swimming pool, hot tub, exercise room * 18 hole championship Talking Rock Golf Course * Conference Centre for meetings, seminars & banquets, authentic Native gourmet meals and Native interpretive areas including a “kekuli” and traditional “sweat lodge” * Jack Sam’s Restaurant * Le7Ke Day Spa * •Activities in the Resort area include swimming, boating, biking, golf, fishing, hiking, and just relaxing on the beach…Whitewater rafting, Zip-lines, Segway Tours, Wine Tasting, and other adventures are also nearby. In winter the Shuswap welcomes snowmobilers, nordic skiers, and ice fishing enthusiasts.

Take advantage of the exclusive right to stay overnight in Canada’s best preserved west coast artillery fort! Experience camping in the new way, with a comfy bed. Each furnished oTENTik sleeps six and includes a BBQ, campfire pit and firewood. It’s only a short walk to the spectacular Fisgard Lighthouse National Historic Site. Available Mid May through September long weekend.

IMR is based in Cumberland, BC which is quickly becoming Vancouver Island’s riding Mecca. If mountain biking is your religion then a pilgrimage to Cumberland is a must! Cumberland boasts a wide variety of trails right out the back door in it’s neighbouring forests. Cumberland is centrally located on the Island and is the perfect place to access the trails of other areas, such as; Forbidden Plateau/Comox Lake, Hornby Island and Campbell River. Island Mountain Rides is owned and operated by Martin Ready. Martin uses 8 years of guiding experience and over 20 years of mountain biking experience to ensure that you have a great time. Island Mountain Rides has legal land use agreements/tenures in all locations advertised. IMR is fully insured and has a comprehensive risk management plan in place to ensure your safety.

Paddle’n’Go is a local Victoria SUP company, offering stand up paddle boarding (SUP) lessons, tours, and fitness classes for all levels. We love getting people into the water, connecting with nature and gaining new perspectives on the beauty of Southern Vancouver Island. Safety is a priority in every aspect of our programs. We begin by providing participants with the best gear and high-performance SUP boards. Our professional team consists of experienced SUP Instructors with a profound knowledge base. Team members are Paddle Canada certified.

We have selected some of the best known and very special kayaking, hiking, rafting, and canoe adventures in British Columbia and Yukon. These wilderness adventures offer an opportunity to get away from routine, be awed by incredible scenery, learn about the natural and cultural history of an area, meet new people from around the world, and perhaps, find something new and important about yourself.

I-Hos Gallery presents a collection of traditional and contemporary northwest coast artwork and crafts. Masks, prints, gold and silver jewelry and wood carvings, textiles and clothing produced by First Nations artists are displayed in a distinctive building on the K’omoks First Nation Band lands (located between Courtenay and Comox) on Vancouver Island. There is truly something for everyone and every price range in the gallery.

EV TOURS private tours in Victoria, BC, Vancouver Island, and Salt Spring Island. Butchart Gardens by way of country roads, city tours, historical tours. We provide wine tasting tours in different wine regions on Vancouver Island: Cowichan Valley, Saanich peninsula, Salt Spring Island. Customized tours. Welcome cruise ship passengers. See the city of Victoria, nature, history and culture with knowledgable, professional local guides. We provide comfortable, safe transportation service and will pick you up at your hotel or port of entry. We service small groups and large groups. All private tours. We specialize in creating and providing tailored private day tours in Victoria, BC and on Vancouver Island. We offer family, friends and corporate groups customized tours to suite number of people, schedule, pace and interests. Visit us on our website. Book directly online or contact us by email or phone. We’ll create a tour designed specifically for you.

At My Spa, we believe everyone deserves a healthy body and soul. We are a haven for relaxation and privacy and offer a wide variety of luxurious spa treatments and services designed to revitalize and promote a healthy balanced life style. Relax, replenish and rejuvenate with our aromatherapy massages, body exfoliation, and organic bath treatments. With our exceptionally trained therapists, treatment will be tailored to the needs and preference of each guest. My Spa, Why not indulge and pamper yourself.

Now entering our 29th season Rafting some of the most amazing rivers and providing memories that last a lifetime. Riverside Adventures offers something for everyone and we pride ourselves in customizing your trip to specific needs. We operate a range of BC whitewater river adventures – by raft, canoe, or kayak. Come experience the beauty the Clearwater river, one of Wells Gray Provincial Parks best features. Watch the river otters playing, or watch a bear coming down for a drink. The bald eagles love looking for salmon from the treetops over the river. Seasoned adventurers and first timers, we have something for everyone. You will not believe the amount of fun you have on the River. We could tell you something like the fact that our guides are trained above industry standards like every other rafting company says, but what we boast about is the experience our guides provide. Come see for yourself and make memories that will last a lifetime. See you on the river.

Located minutes from downtown – award-winning Sante Spa Victoria draws from the elements of nature to inspire, nurture and empower your wellbeing. Our full array of spa treatments offers endless opportunities for relaxation, discovery, renewal and spiritual awakening. Here you will experience nature’s escape through treatments that harness the therapeutic benefits of locally cultivated ingredients such as coastal sea kelp, northern clay, and lavender. Discover our signature treatments – created by and exclusive to Sante Spa. Botanical ingredients and indigenous elements are woven together to create a sensory journey that awakens one’s sense of contentment, self-awareness and wellbeing.Discover Sante Spa, Victoria’s Mountain Escape – the splendour of ancient arbutus groves amidst expansive views beckon you here – the calm embrace you experience will bring you back.

Welcome to Vancouver Island’s premier RV resort and Marina located just 40 minutes from downtown Victoria. Enjoy the breath-taking natural beauty of the area against a backdrop of the Olympic Mountain Range and the Race Rocks Marine Reserve. Pedder Bay offers full service marina facilities including a fuel dock, three-lane boat launch ramp, boat rentals and guided fishing charters, gear rental, a tackle shop and lots more!

Vancouver’s favorite fully guided fishing charters take you to famous salmon grounds. Experience millions of Pacific salmon swimming practically in Vancouver’s front yard. All aboard “Deep Respect,” the beloved Zeta Command Cruiser, as it pushes off from the south downtown shore of False Creek. Experience the renowned sights, aromas, and sounds of Vancouver from the water like few get to see it. Then on to the salmon grounds where fishing is encouraged. Deep Respect always returns with a bountiful catch. Complete amenities onboard. Transport Canada certified boat with excellent certified guides with years of local experience. Safety is paramount. Trips are 5, 8, and 10 hour charters or advance book 1 to 3 day excursions.