Climbing – Hiking – Retreat
Where movement meets mindfulness…
Combine mountain adventure and wellness in a pristine retreat setting. Join this 4-day alpine escape blending guided rock climbing and day hiking with serene wellness—where Summit Mountain Guides meets mindful retreat at The Sentinel.
Perched above the Kootenay Lake, The Sentinel Retreat & Wellness Center offers a breathtaking setting for this immersive experience, guided by the expert team at Summit Mountain Guides. Here, you’re invited to move with intention, breathe deeply, and reconnect—with nature, the season, and yourself.
Sample awesome local granite crags during a guided rock climbing session, hike a select alpine trail awash in fall colors, and unwind each evening with rejuvenating outdoor spa rituals, yoga, and nourishing, chef-crafted meals. Whether you’re a curious beginner or a seasoned adventurer, this retreat offers the perfect balance of movement, mindfulness, and mountain magic—all in the heart of nature, overlooking one of British Columbia’s most iconic lakes.
Highlights
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Expert-Led Adventures: Guided rock climbing and alpine hiking with certified guides from Summit Mountain Guides
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Scenic Lakeside Location: Sweeping views of Kootenay Lake and the Purcell Mountains
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Comfort & Luxury: Cozy, lakefront accommodations at The Sentinel Retreat & Wellness Center
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Culinary Excellence: Signature breakfasts and gourmet, locally-sourced meals prepared by in-house chefs
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Wellness Amenities: Access to outdoor spa, yoga classes, sauna, and tranquil spaces for reflection
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Seasonal Beauty: Golden larches, crisp mountain air, and peaceful lakeside moments
4-Day / 3-Night Mountain Hike & Retreat Itinerary
Hosted by The Sentinel Retreat & Wellness Center × Summit Mountain Guides
Below is a sample itinerary for the Mountain Hike Retreat Itinerary, with opportunities for optional wellness treatments throughout your stay.
DAY 1 – Arrive & Ground
- 3:00 PM – Arrival at The Sentinel: warm welcome, property tour, check-in to your lake-view room
- 4:30 PM – Opening circle and intention setting with your hosts and guides
- 6:00 PM – Nourishing chef-prepared dinner in the Main Lodge (optional)
- 7:30 PM – Evening unwind: enjoy optional outdoor spa, cedar sauna, cold plunge, or lakeside journaling.
DAY 2 – Guided Rock Climbing Adventure
- 7:30 AM – Sentinel Signature breakfast or alternatives with panoramic views of Kootenay Lake and the mountains
- 8:00 AM – Depart for guided climbing with Summit Mountain Guides at a local crag. Day rock climbing itineraries are somewhat flexible depending on group needs, weather, and particular climbs.
- 16:30 PM – Conclude climbing session
- 5:30 PM – Return to The Sentinel; enjoy lakeside rest
- 6:30 PM – Chef-crafted, nourishing dinner (optional)
- 8:00 PM – Wind down with optional restorative activities (hot tub, cedar sauna, cold plunge, or book a massage, yoga class, or acupuncture session)
DAY 3 – Guided Hike on Golden Trails
- 7:30 AM – Sentinel Signature breakfast or alternatives
- 8:30 AM – Guided alpine hike through golden larch forests and panoramic ridge-lines. Options for shorter or more challenging hikes based on group needs.
- 4:00-4:30 PM – Conclude hiking session
- 4:30-5:00 PM – Return to The Sentinel; unwind with lakeside tea or optional wellness experiences: cedar sauna, outdoor spa, cold plunge, massage, more yoga, acupuncture, etc.
- 6:30 PM – Nourishing, chef-crafted dinner at The Sentinel (optional)
- 8:00 PM – Optional restorative activities: lakeside journaling, spa circuit, or book a bodywork session
DAY 4 – Retreat & Closing
- 7:30 – 9:00 AM – Leisurely breakfast in the lodge, on the deck, or lakeside with your journal
- 9:00 -11:00 AM – Reflect and relax: enjoy a final dip in the hot tub, relax in the cedar sauna, take a cold plunge, or receive a closing massage/acupuncture session (optional), journal by the lakeside, yoga class, or take a mindful walk along the property trails.
- 11:00 AM – Check-out & Departure
All levels welcome
All equipment provided
West Kootenay
Beautiful Fall weather
What’s included:
- Rock Climbing instruction (all gear included)
- Guided hiking
- Transportation to climbing and hiking sites
- Accommodation at the Sentinel Resort
- Gourmet Meals (breakfast, lunch, and dinner)
- Yoga instruction
Not included:
- Transportation to and from the Sentinel before or after your trip
- Trip cancellation insurance
- Alcohol or additional snacks
- Additional activities
