KAMLOOPS GUIDED TOUR FIELD GUIDE
Between Rescue Raptors and Riesling: A Five‑Hour Wildlife & Wine Circuit in Kamloops
A 5‑hour, family‑friendly guided outing that pairs a Monte Creek Winery tasting with admission to BC Wildlife Park — this guide focuses on what the day covers and the practical details you need to bring and know.
Between Rescue Raptors and Riesling: A Five‑Hour Wildlife & Wine Circuit in Kamloops.
Set in the open light of the Thompson Valley, the Wildlife & Wine Tour stitches together two of Kamloops’s signature draws: an immersive visit to BC Wildlife Park, home to rescued residents such as wolves, bison and the park favourite Clover the Spirit Bear, and a relaxed wine‑tasting and picnic experience at Monte Creek Ranch Winery. The combination offers a gentle, interpretive day that moves from habitats and handlers’ feedtalks to vineyard views and a patio lunch.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Rescue residents and a scheduled feedtalk
BC Wildlife Park showcases a broad cast of rescue animals — wolves, coyotes, cougars, bobcats, bison, elk, moose, deer, bighorn sheep and Clover the Spirit Bear — with a handlers’ feedtalk for Clover scheduled at 1 p.m. Guided walking tours make the animals and their stories accessible while the Naturally Yours gift shop offers locally made souvenirs.
Monte Creek Winery tasting and picnic options
The tour includes a wine tasting at Monte Creek Ranch Winery, a working ranch that foregrounds the region’s viticultural character; guests may enjoy a winery picnic or a patio lunch, with custom picnic options available and food costs handled separately.
Door‑to‑door transport and chilled storage
Included transportation from Kamloops accommodations, complimentary chilled bottled water and secure coolers for wine and food storage make the flow between park and winery straightforward while allowing guests to bring or purchase their own lunch fare.
What the day feels like
What the day feels like
The outing unfolds as a steady, family‑friendly loop: pickup in Kamloops, a guided walking visit to BC Wildlife Park with time for the feedtalk and a stop at the gift shop, followed by a transfer to Monte Creek Winery for a tasting and a relaxed picnic or patio lunch. The pace is interpretive rather than strenuous — a mix of short walks through animal enclosures and a seated tasting — with storage and chilled water provided on board.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this tour suits — and who should consider alternatives.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
Guests are welcome to bring or purchase their own lunch fare and light snacks; any children should bring toys or other entertainment. Avoid strong scents (perfume, cologne, shampoo) that can disrupt the tasting or affect other guests.
Complimentary chilled bottled water is provided and secure coolers for wine and food storage are available; chargers for Apple and Android devices are available on all vehicles and Bluetooth music can be played with prior agreement.
Food is not included in the tour price; custom picnic options are available at additional cost, so plan accordingly.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
How long is the tour?
The tour lasts approximately 5 hours.
Where does the tour meet?
Meeting location is Kamloops; transportation to and from Kamloops accommodations is included.
Is this suitable for children?
Yes — the tour is family‑friendly, but children should bring toys or entertainment for the trip.
What is included in the tour price?
Included are wine tasting fees, BC Wildlife Park admission, transportation to/from Kamloops accommodations, complimentary chilled bottled water and secure coolers for wine and food storage; food for lunch is not included.
Is there a minimum number of participants?
Yes — the operator requires a minimum of four people for the tour to operate; they will contact you to reschedule if the minimum is not met.
Are there rules about alcohol?
The legal drinking age in British Columbia is 19 and it is illegal to consume alcohol in any vehicle; purchases are stowed in the rear storage area away from passengers. Wineries may also refuse service to disruptive or inebriated guests.