Kamloops, British Columbia stands out as an inland cruise port that redefines the BC getaway by pairing sweeping mountain and river vistas with a lively, culture-rich urban core. It sets itself apart from traditional coastal ports with a thoughtfully curated interior shore-experience program that blends nature, heritage, and local flavor. Signature experiences invite guests to stroll the riverside waterfront, savor seasonal markets and live music, and dive into a cultural immersion at Secwepemc Heritage sites. Day trips extend into the Thompson Valley for winery tastings, alpine vistas, and al fresco lunches, while wildlife watching along the North and South Thompson rivers offers osprey sightings and river otters in their natural habitat. For those seeking bigger thrills, nearby Sun Peaks and Harper Mountain provide accessible mountain adventures in season. The port also shines with a forward-thinking fleet and onboard services: ships serving Kamloops are engineered for lower emissions, feature advanced stabilizers for a smoother ride, and offer seamless embarkation; onboard menus highlight BC farm-to-table ingredients, spa and wellness facilities, and enrichment programs from photography workshops to Indigenous storytelling. In Kamloops, guests don’t merely visit a port; they embark on an interior BC odyssey that balances water-level serenity with mountain-air adventure, all delivered with warm, locally inspired hospitality.
