The heart of British Columbia’s Okanagan wine country, on the shores of a long glacial lake.

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Why Visit Kelowna

Kelowna anchors the Okanagan Valley, Canada’s largest wine region, spread along the shores of Okanagan Lake, a long glacial lake known for warm summer waters rare at this latitude. The combination of orchards, vineyards, and lake beaches gives the city a laid back, almost Mediterranean feel distinct from the rest of British Columbia.

Top-Rated Kelowna Tours & Experiences

Top Experiences

  • Okanagan Valley wine tours: Canada’s largest wine region, with over 200 wineries spread along Okanagan Lake.
  • Okanagan Lake beaches: One of the warmer large lakes in Canada for summer swimming, boating, and paddleboarding.
  • Myra Canyon trestle bridges: A former rail line converted to a scenic trail crossing eighteen wooden trestle bridges.
  • Kelowna orchards: U-pick cherry, apple, and peach orchards throughout the valley in summer and fall.

Book these experiences and more through guided tours from Kelowna.

Adrenaline Canyoning Tour Kelowna - Falls, Rappelling & Adventure

Adrenaline Canyoning Tour Kelowna - Falls, Rappelling & Adventure

★ 5.0 (118)
From USD 178
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Farm-to-Flask Tasting Experience in Vernon

Farm-to-Flask Tasting Experience in Vernon

★ 5.0 (32)
From USD 18.31
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Guided Bike Tour on Historical Kettle Valley Railway at Myra Canyon & Wine Tour

Guided Bike Tour on Historical Kettle Valley Railway at Myra Canyon & Wine Tour

★ 5.0 (27)
From USD 211.61
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Lake Country Full Day Lunch Wine Tour-Incl. Tastings & Guide Grat

Lake Country Full Day Lunch Wine Tour-Incl. Tastings & Guide Grat

★ 5.0 (25)
From USD 142.78
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West Kelowna Wine Trail - Visit 5 wineries

West Kelowna Wine Trail - Visit 5 wineries

★ 5.0 (23)
From USD 160.35
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Practical Tips

  • July and August bring the warmest lake water for swimming.
  • Book winery tours ahead during the busy summer and harvest seasons.
  • Myra Canyon is a moderate, mostly flat trail suitable for cyclists of most levels.

FAQ

Is Kelowna good for wine tasting?
Yes, it sits at the heart of the Okanagan Valley, Canada’s largest wine region with over 200 wineries.

Is Okanagan Lake warm enough to swim in?
Yes, it is one of the warmer large lakes in Canada during summer, popular for swimming and watersports.

What is Myra Canyon?
A scenic former rail trail near Kelowna crossing eighteen restored wooden trestle bridges.

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