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Big Creek Lodge BC, 7793 Witte Road, Hanceville, Chilcotin Country, British Columbia, Canada
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Canada Horse Riding Holiday
Come and visit Big Creek Lodge and enjoy the beautiful scenery of the Chilcotin and Coastal Mountains on the back of one of their sure-footed horses. On various routes, you will not only explore the most scenic spots but also get familiar with Western riding.
Key information
- Rider Weight Limit: 210 pounds / 95 kilograms
- Horse height range: 14 to 16.2 hands
- Tack type: Western tack
- Horse breed: Quarter Horse or Paint, or Draught cross
Meet the instructors
Cindy
Highlights
- 5 days of horse riding
- Approximate daily riding time: 3 - 5 hours
- Ride through the creek crossing, forest trails, beautiful lakes, and open meadows
- Explore untouched Canadian wilderness
- Day trip to the Nemaiah Valley for watching wild horses and hiking at Chilko Lake
- 7 nights accommodation
- Daily meals
Skill level
- Beginner
- Intermediate
- Advanced
5 days with instruction in English
The organizer also speaks: German
Airport transfer available:
Williams Lake Airport (US$ 189 per person)
Williams Lake Airport (US$ 189 per person)
Accommodation
Check-in Time:
16:00
Check-out Time:
23:00
The four-star lodge, including the ranch with about 20 horses, is beautifully situated over the Big Creek. All lodge rooms and the suite are cozy and comfortably furnished. Shower or WC, laundry, hairdryer, and underfloor heating are standard. King-size, queen-size, or twin beds. Most rooms have balconies or terraces, some have large panoramic windows. Free Wi-Fi is available. Netflix and DVDs are in the living area of the lodge. Cabins with bath and terrace are bookable on request.
Program
This package is for those who are looking for a classic riding vacation with all the comfort of the guest ranch, such as the cozy guest rooms, free Wi-Fi, and outdoor hot tub or the games room. It includes seven nights in one of the lodge rooms (suite or cabins on request), five riding days, and a day trip. On the first day, Big Creek Lodge will introduce you to their horses. Whether you are a beginner or an expert, they have the right horse for you.
The morning starts with a short briefing so that you and your horse feel comfortable and ready to explore the trails together. In the afternoon, you will already have a shorter trail ride to strengthen the relationship with your new four-legged friend and get you used to the western riding style if it is new to you. From day two, you will really saddle up. They will show you the breathtaking scenery of Canada and provide you with an unforgettable riding experience.
Over creek crossing, forest trails, beautiful lakes, open meadows, and unique panoramas, you can really expect it all. The terrain can be quite rough sometimes, but at the same time it is full of varieties and the guides have a preference for exploration. So be prepared to see unique things and experience something new. The trails can be ridden by beginners at a relaxed pace, but also offers some exciting challenges to experienced guests. Your well-being is their top priority. When conditions permit, a ride in Big Creek Park is truly worth seeing.
Here, you will experience untouched Canadian wilderness, as all forestry is prohibited. The mountain views are spectacular, hiking trails wind through meadows and forests and wildlife is often seen here as well. Their horses also need time to rest. During your stay, they allow them a day of rest. On this day, they will take you on an excursion without their four-legged friends. They want to make your visit an unforgettable riding experience and invite you to the relaxed atmosphere of the lodge after a day full of impressions.
In the evening, enjoy a three-course dinner, relax in front of the fireplace, and recharge your energy reserves while enjoying a cozy get-together. Hearty Western Canadian meals are served daily. If you are taking a horseback ride or day trip, you will receive your own lunch box for the road. Visit the natural paradise and become a part of the Big Creek Lodge Family. During this holiday, you will have day one of orientation, the daily riding of three to five hours including guide (except for the day trip), and one day trip (photo tour).
Included excursions
You will visit one of their fantastic natural highlights in the area, the Nemaiah Valley. You will then take a hike at Chilko Lake, one of the highest lakes with a magnificent view of the deep blue water and surrounding mountains.
Location
Big Creek Lodge is situated almost at the end of the road in the heart of the Chilcotin, Cariboo region of British Columbia, Canada, with nothing but miles of wilderness and ranching country all around you. The easiest way to get there is by taking a one-hour (onward) flight from Vancouver (Pacific Coastal Airlines or Central Mountain Air from the South Terminal). Then, only two more hours by rental car or offered transfer service separate you from the riding experience that you have always dreamed of.
Food
You will be served all home-cooked meals in the lodge kitchen and all non-alcoholic beverages and snacks included in the price.
The following meals are included:
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Snacks
- Drinks
The following drinks are included:
- Water
- Coffee
- Tea
- Soda
The following dietary requirement(s) are served and/or catered for:
- Regular (typically includes meat and fish)
- Other dietary requirements on request
If you have special dietary requirements it's a good idea to communicate it to the organiser when making a reservation
Things to do (optional)
Kayak Rental
ATV Rental
What's included
- 7 nights accommodation in one of the very comfortable lodge twin (2 single beds) or queen rooms (1 queen bed)
- All meals home cooked in the lodge kitchen
- All non-alcoholic beverages and snacks
- Use of lodge facilities, hot tub, games room, fire pit, mountain bikes, etc.
- Day 1 orientation
- Daily riding of 3 - 5 hours including guide (except for day trip)
- 1 day trip (photo tour)
- All taxes
What's not included
- Airfare
- Airport transfers
- Gratuities
How to get there
Recommended Airports
YWL
Williams Lake Airport
98 km
Transfer available for additional US$ 189 per person
Driving directions from Williams Lake
- From Williams Lake, head out west on Highway 20.
- Do not turn left at Riske Creek, but stay on Highway 20 for another 43 kilometers.
- Now it is time to turn left at Lee’s Corner, a historical gas station and inn which unfortunately fell victim to the flames of the 2017 forest fires but the big sign is still there.
- After you have turned, you still see a blue sign to Big Creek to your right - now you drive on gravel.
- Please set your trip meter to zero.
- After 3 kilometers, you cross the Chilcotin River and then turn left at 5.5 kilometers to Big Creek.
- After that, just stay on the main road following the signs Big Creek.
- After 25 kilometers (at kilometer post 30), pass by Fletcher Lake.
- Go ahead until you get to the T-junction with Farwell Canyon Road.
- In front of, you there is a post with many direction signs.
- Turn right to enter the last section which is identical to option 1.
- Follow Farwell Canyon Road for about 5 kilometers.
- Turn left into Witte Road and still be patient, do not take the first option to the left.
- Stay on the main road and follow the signs Big Creek Lodge 15 kilometers along Witte Road.
- Bear right at 47 kilometers at the sign and left again at 50 kilometers.
- After 1 more kilometer, you made it.
You will notice each road you take has numbered yellow Km markers every kilometer so you can see how far along you have traveled on that road. Please call Big Creek Lodge before you head out from Williams Lake and tell them which road you want to go. Since there is no cell phone coverage all along the way to Big Creek Lodge, the staff will go and look for you if you are not arriving as expected. Please drive carefully and watch out for wild animals and logging trucks.
Arrival by airplane
Please book your flight to arrive at Williams Lake Airport (YWL). Transfer from and to this airport is available upon request. It costs 260 CAD for one person and 180 CAD for every additional person.
Airport: Williams Lake Airport
Airport transfer available:
Williams Lake Airport (US$ 189 per person)
Additional charges may apply. You can request this in the next step.
Cancellation Policy
- A reservation requires a deposit of 25% of the total price.
- The deposit is non-refundable, if the booking is cancelled.
- The rest of the payment should be paid on departure.
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