Located in southern British Columbia, the Okanagan Valley is one of the warmest regions in Canada. It's a region of incredible beauty, abundant agriculture, rich history and almost unlimited recreational opportunities. During the summer months, visit some of the many sandy beaches and take part in a variety of outdoor and water activities. For the first four days in May each year, the Okanagan Spring Wine Festival is a perfect marriage of wine and culinary tourism. It's all these things, that make a visit to the Thompson Okanagan an unforgettable experience.
Located northeast of Vancouver, the Thompson Okanagan region is easily accessible by car:
- From Vancouver - via Trans-Canada Highway (Hwy 1) and the Coquihalla (Hwy 5)
- From the United States - via Highway 97
- From Northern BC - via Highway 5
- From Alberta - via Trans-Canada Highway (Hwy 1).
The region offers commercial bus access, while national airlines provide daily flights into airports in Penticton, Kelowna, and Kamloops. International flights also arrive into Kelowna.
