Sun Peaks - The Affordable Winter Wonderland

There are few of us who would turn down aTime is one of the rides at Tube Park, a
vacation on the snowy peaks of British Columbia'ssnow-covered Slip and Slide fun field. Tube Park
interior, but there may be some who find itcloses when warmer weather melts the snow, so
challenging to afford a ski trip holiday every year.opening times are variable.
If Banff and Whistler are blowing your budget, it isSnow Biking
high time to consider the value offered in theJust like mountain biking only with skis instead of
Okanagan valley, at Sun Peaks Resort.wheels. Be prepared for a few spills and plenty of
Whether you are looking for a romantic winterlaughs before the day is over.
getaway or a fun packed family holiday, Sun PeaksSnowshoeing
has something for everyone.If you've never tried on a pair of snowshoes before,
Skiingyou are in for a treat. This unique - and ancient -
Ski passes, ski rentals and all equipment fittings aremethod of distributing body weight to stay on top of
easy to find at Sun Peaks. You can book lessonspowder snow is a fun way to take a mountain hike.
with patient, friendly and highly qualified instructorsAll snowshoeing events offered by Sun Peaks are
for all ages, or hit the slopes solo for some timeaccompanied by guides and various tours depart four
away from the world.times daily.
Ice SkatingSnow Mobile Tours - You will need a valid driver's
Ice Skating is a hit with kids, especially if they get alicense for this one, and be 25 years old or over.
chance to watch Mom and Dad end up on theirTours are either 2 hours or 4 hours and are a unique
behinds! Sun Peaks has a full size rink located justway to see the wild beauty of the frozen BC winter
next to the Sports Center.landscape.
Sleigh RidesDog sledding
Experience the traditional Christmas magic with aThis is the way things were done in the days before
horse-drawn sleigh that winds its way through thethe snowmobile. A team of fourteen huskies will take
snow fields of the Okanagan Valley. Younger childrenyour sled through the crystal white landscape, but
will love this, and even normally surly teens haveremember to wear tough boots (part of dog sledding
been known to be at least a little bit enchanted.involves you running alongside the dogs) and warm
Tube Timeclothes.
The most fun a kid can have sitting down. Tube