Summer is a great time to stay at Kelowna vacation homes. With boundless opportunities to enjoy water sports, rolling desert hills and mountains to explore you're guaranteed to have a fun-filled time.
Play on Lake Okanagan
Whether your idea of fun is frolicking on the beach, riding wakes on a jet ski or a leisurely paddle, you'll find it all near yourvacation home . Okanagan Lake is more than 100 miles long reaching depths in excess of 990 feet, and home to Ogopogo, the infamous serpent monster lurking and living beneath the surface. Don't let that keep you from partaking in hours of fun. Okanagan Watertoyz provide a variety of watercraft rentals from jet skis to wake board towers. Located at 2053 B Campbell Road, they offer hourly, daily and weekly rates. If your sense of adventure runs to something a bit more relaxed you can rent single or double kayaks and two or four person rubber rafts from Sports Rent. They also have volleyball sets, horseshoes and bocce balls available to while away a sunny afternoon, located at 2936 Pandosy Street.
Horse Play
For an encounter of the equine kind, head over to Lake Okanagan Resort Stables to experience a horseback adventure unlike any other. While they do offer traditional guided rides along historic Hudson Bay Brigade Trail, they also offer something out in left bank! After an hour or so on the trail you and your mount may feel a little dusty, in need of a quick dip in the lake. Saddles off, bathing suits on and grab the reigns for a swim with your steed. Guided by a handler, you'll be led into the water to cool off bareback style before riding back to the stables. Located at 2751 Westside Road, Swim and Ride is offered May through October at 10am and 1 and 3pm. Call (250) 769-2634 to book your adventure.
Take to the Hills
Want to explore the back country near your Kelowna vacation home? Then check out Okanagan ATV tours. Whether you're a beginner in search of an easy ride excursion or an expert seeking a challenge, they have something for everyone. Offering 2 hour, half-day and full-day trips, you'll see beautiful views of the area from the ground up. Half-day and 2 hour tours head out at 8am and 1pm year round. Full-day 70 km round trip tours depart at 9am, stopping at pristine mountain lakes and viewpoints offering magnificent panoramas of Okanagan Valley. All tours include orientation, helmets, goggles and gloves; the full-day tour provides lunch. Located at 1481 Flemish Street; call (250) 717-0733 for reservations.
Fun for the Entire Family
Take a break from the hot Okanagan sun at Scandia Golf and Games. Play a round of mini-golf in an outdoor park-like setting or indoor jungle theme complete with streams and waterfalls. Whip and crash your way around the bumper car track or pick up a bat and practice your swing in the batting cage. Located at 2898 Highway 97 N, they're open daily until midnight.
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