ITINERARIES & ACTIVITIESNew Tourism Products For 2011 in Kamloops, British Columbia
New Group Tour Options, Events & Attractions in Kamloops
Take a look at some of the great activities and attractions available here in Kamloops, BC. Each of the activities mentioned below are able to take a variety of different groups. If you would like more information that what is given please dont hesitate to contact Lisa Strachan, Market Development - Sport, Meeting & Trade at lisa@tourismkamloops.com or by calling 1-250-372-8000.
> Stand Up Paddling
Stand Up Paddle Surfing (SUP) is a sport with deep roots in Hawaiian history. In the 1940's, Waikiki's beach boys used single blade "kanu" paddles to propel their oversized surfboards to watch over their guests. There are many SUP options in Kamloops.
> Desert North Adventures
Desert North Adventures offers single and mutli day all inclusive adventure tours. In particular they specialize in guided off road motorcycle tours and guided fly fishing excursions. DNA offers tours, road camps and fly fishing instruction as well as off road schools for kids, beginners, intermediate, or anyone that is looking at advancing their skills.
> Downtown Guided Walking Tour
Take a different approach to experiencing history in Kamloops by going on a Heritage Homes Walking Tour through the streets of Kamloops.
> Kamloops Downtown Walking Brew Tour
Kamloops' downtown is home to many great watering holes which offer a diverse selection of local and international beer. Experience the best with a Self Guided Walking Brew Tour.
> Kamloops Cattle Country & BBQ
Experience a real Cattle Drive round up with local cowboys and enjoy local Kamloops beef and produce!
Click here for information.
> Unique Adventure Tours
Experience Kamloops on a Segway!
> TreeTop Flyers at Chase Canyon
Stay tuned for more information on this new ziplining experience near Kamloops, BC.
> Kamloops Children's Museum
The Kamloops Museum & Archives has added a Children's Museum! It is located on the first floor of the museum and includes interactive displays such as:
- Dress up area
- Puppet theatre
- Space station themed reading area
- Steamship station.
- Water table
- Games to play
- Models to make
The Children's Museum closes 30 minutes before the rest of the Museum
> Kamloops Heritage Railway Walking Tour
Don't worry if the train isn't running! Feel free to take a walking tour around the attraction.
More information on the Kamloops Heritage Railway
> Adams River Salmon Run 2011
Adams River Salmon Run near Kamloops This years run won't be quite as big as last years run, but you will still be able to see an abundance of crimson salmon that have returned to spawn in Adams River. The Salute usually kicks off in the first week of October. The best viewing area is at Roderick Haig-Brown Provincial Park which is located 8km north-east of the Trans-Canada Highway junction at Squilax, approximately 65km east of Kamloops.
Best viewing will be during the month of October
For more information: 1-800-662-1994 (Kamloops Visitor Information Centre)
> Secwepemc Museum and Heritage Park
This is the ultimate place to gain insight into the rich history of the Shuswap people. Visit the Heritage Park and go through the incredible 2000 year old Shuswap winter village and the summer pit houses.
Group Rates Available
Contact Dan Saul for more information at 250-828-9749
> The Tk'emlups Indian Band also hosts the Annual Kamloopa Pow Wow
During the August long weekend each year many gather around the arbour to celebrate with drumming, dancing and story telling while wearing traditional regalia. It is one of the largest celebrations of First Nations' culture and heritage in Western Canada! Click here for more information on the Tk'emplups Indian band.
Kamloopa Pow Wow
> Kamloops Cowboy Festival 2011
With a reputations for being the biggest and best of its kind in North America, the Kamloops Cowboy Festival is a celebration of western heritage in Kamloops and showcases the best in cowboy poetry and western music, as well as cowboy artists and artisans.
March 10-13, 2011
Phone: 1-888-763-2224
For more information check out the Kamloops Cowboy Festival website
> Agritourism
Get back to nature and get Farm Fresh. Enjoy agritours, wagon rides and sleigh rides (winter), Farmers' Markets (mid April to end October - Wed & Sat)
> Farmyard Petting Zoo at the BC Wildlife Park
The New Double H Corral is now home to lots of farm animals! Kids can get up close to llamas, pygmy goats, miniature donkeys, guinea pigs and rabbits.
> Wildlife Encounters at the BC Wildlife Park
Daily (June through beginning of September), the BC Wildlife Park presents "Wildlife Encounters Festival". Get up close with mammals, reptiles and free flying Birds of Prey. Wildlife presentations are three times daily at 11:00am, 1:00pm and 2:30pm.
The BC Wildlife Park is open every except for Christmas Day.
> Boo at the Zoo - Experience the BC Wildlife Park for Halloween.
On October 29, 30 and 30, 2010, the BC Wildlife Park will be hosting Boo at the Zoo - a Halloween extravaganza that's fun for the whole family!
> Wildlights at the BC Wildlife Park
From mid-December through to the beginning of January, the BC Wildlife Park is set aglow with over 400,000 lights creating a vibrant festival of sculptures and a Symphony of Lights at 2010's Wildlights.
> "Spirit of Kamloops" Kamloops Heritage Railway
Kamloops Heritage Railway and Western Heritage in Kamloops, BCRide behind the fully restored 2141 steam locomotive for in-town runs in the summer featuring a reenactment of the Bill Miner train robbery. Also enjoy special holiday trains in October and December with the Kamloops Heritage Railway.
> "Ghost Train" Kamloops Heritage Railway
On a dark and stormy Halloween night in 1915, a train carrying 44 passengers and crew left Kamloops Junction destined for the town of
> "The Spirit of Christmas" Kamloops Heritage Railway
Join one of Kamloops' Christmas traditions and journey back to a time of family gatherings, carolling, hot chocolate, festive lighting and other memories associated with a Christmas of old.
As the 2141 steam powered heritage train arrives at the station, the steam surrounds her and is illuminated by hundreds of brightly coloured lights. Welcome aboard and travel with fellow guests to bring Santa Claus back to Kamloops. He will be joined by Mrs. Claus, the elves, a Winter Princess, and of course, Frosty the Snowman.
Phone: 250-374-2141
> Rodeos and Fall Fairs 2011
Dust off the cowboy boots and hat and head out to see cowboys and cowgirls compete for glory and cash at rodeos and fall fairs throughout the summer months in Kamloops and area.
Falkland Pro Rodeo - May 21 - 23
Ashcroft & District Stampede - June 18 & 19
Pritchard Rodeo - August 6 & 7
North Thompson Fall Fair and Rodeo - Sept 3 - 5 Website
Merritt Pro Rodeo - September 3 & 4
Provincial Winter Fair – late September
To see all the dates for the BC Rodeo Association click here.
To see all the dates for the Canadian Pro Rodeo Association click here.