Location: Osoyoos
Top Things to do in Osoyoos
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Osoyoos (/ɒˈsuːjuːs/, historically /ˈsuːjuːs/) is the southern-most town in the Okanagan Valley in British Columbia between Penticton and Omak. Near the border with Washington state, the town is also adjacent to the Indian Reserve of the Osoyoos Indian Band. The origin of the name Osoyoos was the word sẁiẁs (pronounced "soo-yoos") meaning "narrowing of the waters" in the local Okanagan language (Syilx'tsn). The "O-" prefix is not indigenous in origin and was attached by settler-promoters wanting to harmonize the name with other place names beginning with O in the Okanagan Country (Oliver, Omak, Oroville, Okanogan). There is one local newspaper, the Osoyoos Times.
Restaurants in Osoyoos
1. ATB Watersports
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5.0 based on 99 reviews
ATB Watersports, the premiere watersports provider in the South Okanagan area. Located in beautiful Osoyoos BC, we offer all inclusive packages which include a new Super Air Nautique, certified coaches, use of all the gear and fuel. Everything is provided to ensure you an unforgettable day on the water. Need some lessons? Come check us out on Osoyoos Lake!
2. Wine Tours Gone South
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5.0 based on 371 reviews
A wine tour designed with you in mind! Best Value Wine Tour in Osoyoos, comfortable van with knowledge & fun guides, we can create day that will have you plan your return visit!
3. OK Wine Shuttle - Tours
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5.0 based on 350 reviews
OK Wine Shuttle offers the most wineries, the most choice and the most flexibility - all for the lowest wine tour prices in the industry. Serving the south Okanagan wineries, OKWS was named by BC Living Magazine as one of the Top 10 Things to do in 2016. Please see our website for info on tours - 4 and 6 hour HOHO, private and stagette tours - schedule, routes, pick-up locations, pricing, wineries and lunch options.
4. Wakepilot
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5.0 based on 259 reviews
Wakepilot is your one stop for premium WATERSPORTS experiences from WAKEBOARD, WATERSKI and SURF CHARTERS to PWC, BOAT, SUP and KAYAK RENTALS. Our all-inclusive watersports charters include one of our new Super Air Nautique G-Series boats, wakeboards, surfers, water-skis, vests, fuel, and a coach/driver who competes at the national level! At Wakepilot we have the skills and experience to teach every level of rider whether you are wakeboarding, surfing, or skiing! We bring that same quality to our rental fleet with brand new SeaDoo GTI personal watercraft, boats, stand up paddleboards, and kayaks available from our convenient location at Walnut Beach Marina. There are no hidden surcharges for gas with any of our motorized activities and we offer pick-ups at select locations with our charters. When you think Wakepilot, think the best boats, PWCs, gear, and coaching in Canada on the warmest lake in Canada!
5. Swiws Spirit Tours
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5.0 based on 87 reviews
South Okanagan Wine and Cultural Tours. Discover the fascinating stories of Canada’s only desert and share in the rich living culture of the Okanagan people. Based in Osoyoos BC, we offer many winery and cultural tour options leaving from your accommodations door step.
6. Okanagan Art Gallery
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5.0 based on 32 reviews
This gallery is a hidden gem with the work of 25 artists displayed over several rooms. Browsers welcome!
Reviewed By TravellinCalgarian - Vernon, Canada
I just happened upon this gallery on the main street in Osoyoos. The small entry leads to a large gallery, with tons of local talent. The artists who form part of this cooperative are so talented. There are some very good ones. I ended up buying a painting and I just might go back to get another. I definitely recommend this place!
7. Osoyoos Lake
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4.5 based on 408 reviews
Known as the "warmest lake in Canada," Osoyoos Lake stretches fourteen miles and is a favorite for summer recreation and winter sports.
Reviewed By edn636 - Delta, Canada
Walking along the lake shore was such a wonderful relaxing and de-stressing experience. It did help, the time of year did help create this tranquility for us. I would seriously recommend a walk along the lake in the off season. It really cleared out my mind of all the "junk" that was there.
8. Nk'Mip Cellars
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4.5 based on 308 reviews
At Nk’Mip 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.
Reviewed By 8Peter - West Vancouver, Canada
We fell in love with their Pinot Blanc - flinty, full bodied, clean and rich flavour - there are definitely grapes in the bottle. The other 4 wines were enjoyable too. Our tasting hostess was Karen - very charming, knowledgeable, one of the most "professional" tasting hostess in our over 100 winery visits worldwide. I feel the winery is more about making good wine than making money. I read about the Okanagan Indian Band Chief - Clarence Louie - it helped me understand the mission of the winery - superb but affordable wines. We lucked into speaking with Sam Baptiste, the General Manager of the Vineyards. He knows his grape stock in detail - the varietals, the clones, the suitable soils (Ok, terroir too!). His passion is incredible. The winery building is first class, the tasting room spacious and elegantly decorated, with huge native peoples content.
9. Nk'Mip Desert Cultural Centre
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4.5 based on 500 reviews
The Nk’mip Desert Cultural Centre is a 9,000 square-foot interpretive centre that exhibits 2 films, the Inkameep Day School Art Collection, indoor and outdoor interactive exhibits, a 1.5 km walking trail, and reconstructed traditional Okanagan village, and (visitor favourite) interpreter hosted programs which boast a fun filled experience for all ages! The centre is also an architectural marvel, and was built from local, sustainable materials.
Reviewed By Lvmom1517 - North Vancouver, Canada
A really lovely and peaceful spot to visit in the summer. My children, age 7 and 10, and I arrived at 9:35am and just missed the first guided tour. The friendly receptionist (Derek) led us to the theatre and we had a private viewing of a 20 min film about the Okanagan band. It is meant for a younger audience (age 7-12) so a perfect introduction for my kids. The walking tour, which began indoors with a focus on art, was excellent and my children and I were engaged the entire time (about 90 min, a bit longer because we stopped in the middle to watch one of the researchers try to capture a transmitter rattlesnake - very exciting). The reconstructed village and metal sculptures are lovely and our guide (Jenna) provided a plethora of stories and information about Okanagan Indigenous history and culture. After the walk, we watched the Snakes Alive show (30 min), which was also engaging and informative. At this point, my kids were starving so we ate our lunch at a beautiful picnic spot with a gorgeous view of the lake, right outside the facility. After lunch, my kids wanted to go back on the walk and check out the village again. We also spent more time examining the desert animals display (mostly snakes) and a nice gift shop. We spent about 4.5 hours at the centre. A highlight of our trip to the Okanagan.
10. Desert Country Wine Tours
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5.0 based on 132 reviews
