Lakeside Eco-sports Ltd.

What Lakeside Eco-sports Ltd. does

Lakeside Eco-Sports Ltd. is a privately held British Columbia limited company operating as a single-location tour and outdoor recreation provider in Kelowna, in the Okanagan Valley wine region of Canada. The company runs a diversified portfolio of roughly 15 experience SKUs anchored on e-bike rentals and guided winery tours, and extending into hiking, food tours, gold panning, salmon tours, axe throwing, and a walking audio guide. The underlying asset base is a fleet of e-bikes equipped with pedal-assist and throttle capability, paired with a self-developed mobile mapping application that provides GPS tracking, pre-planned routes, points of interest, terrain data, and downloadable offline content to enable self-guided exploration.

Revenue is generated through transaction fees on guided tours and self-guided rentals, supplemented by digital and physical gift cards (one-time license), corporate group bookings (professional services), and retail merchandise through a storefront at 213 Bernard Ave in downtown Kelowna. Distribution is direct-to-consumer via the company's own website with FareHarbor booking integration, complemented by a physical storefront, a mobile app, and a partnership referral network that includes the Prestige Beach House hotel, Fjällräven Kelowna, Kelowna Concierge, and several adjacent local experience providers. Operating hours are strongly seasonal, with extended summer-fall availability and reduced winter-spring days including Tuesday/Wednesday closures.

The customer base consists primarily of tourists and visitors to the Okanagan Valley seeking wine tasting, vineyard visits, countryside exploration, and outdoor activities, with secondary segments for corporate groups, outdoor enthusiasts, and eco-conscious travelers. There is no disclosed funding, no institutional backing, and the company appears to be founder or locally owned, consistent with its profile as a small independent tourism operator with single-country, single-region operations limited to British Columbia.

Name

Lakeside Eco-sports Ltd.

Legal name

Lakeside Eco-Sports Ltd.

Website

https://lakesideecosports.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2022

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

Lakeside Eco-Sports Ltd. is a privately held Kelowna, British Columbia-based tour operator offering e-bike rentals, guided winery tours, and a diversified portfolio of outdoor experiences to tourists and corporate groups visiting the Okanagan Valley.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Eco-tourism and Outdoor Recreation Services

NAICS

Recreational Goods Rental (532284), Scenic and Sightseeing Transportation (487)

SIC

Services-Miscellaneous Amusement & Recreation (7990), Services-Amusement & Recreation Services (7900)

akta.pro primary industry

Cycling, Mountain Biking & E-Bike Adventure Tour Operators (THAAADAE)

akta.pro secondary industries

Cycling / MTB / E-Bike Guiding & Rentals (THAAALAG), Cycling, Mountain Biking & E-bike Adventures (THAJABAF)

Keywords

• Eco-tourism services
• E-bike rentals
• Guided wine tours
• Outdoor recreation
• Okanagan experiences

Headquarters

HQ city

Kelowna

HQ country

Canada

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D, Infrastructure, Supply Chain

Revenue model

1. Guided Tours: Expert-guided e-bike tours through Okanagan Valley wineries, including guided wine tours (3 venues), self-guided wine tours, and various themed tours. Tours include equipment, helmet, bike bag, lock, phone mount, and sometimes meals.
2. E-Bike Rentals: Self-guided e-bike rentals with hourly or daily rates. Includes equipment (helmet, lock, bag, phone mount) and optional water bottle for full-day rentals. Mobile app provides navigation support.
3. Gift Cards: Digital and physical gift cards sold through the website for tours and rentals.
4. Corporate Groups: Dedicated services for corporate group bookings including team-building activities and private tours.

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels5 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

Lakeside Eco-Sports Ltd. rents electric bicycles and operates guided and self-guided experiential tours in the Kelowna/Okanagan Valley region of British Columbia. Offerings include e-bike rentals by hour or day, guided winery tours visiting multiple venues, self-guided wine tours supported by a mobile map app with GPS routes, plus themed activities such as hiking, food tours, gold panning, axe throwing, and educational tours. Equipment (helmet, lock, bike bag, phone mount) and, on guided tours, expert local guides are included.

Product overview

Lakeside Eco-Sports Ltd. operates as a tour and outdoor activity operator offering a diversified portfolio of experiential products centered around e-biking and eco-tourism in the Kelowna/Okanagan Valley region. The core offering consists of e-bike rentals (self-guided and guided), paired with various tour experiences including wine tours, hiking tours, food tours, and adventure activities. The company distributes these experiences primarily through their website using FareHarbor booking integration, with a companion mobile map app for self-guided tours. Additional products include corporate group bookings, gift cards, and a retail storefront. The product portfolio is structured as a collection of individual experience offerings rather than a unified platform with modules.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• E-Bike Rentals Self-guided electric bicycle rentals with adjustable pedal assist and throttle option, available by hour or day. Includes helmet, bike bag, lock, and phone mount, with optional water bottle for full-day rentals. Mobile app provides GPS navigation and route support.
• Guided Winery E-Bike Tour Expert-led 4-5 hour guided e-bike tour visiting three distinct Okanagan Valley wineries and mead venues, including a farm-to-table lunch at Meadow Vista. Expert local guides, equipment, and tastings included.
• Self-Guided Wine Tour Self-guided winery tour option using the company's mobile map app with GPS tracking, detailed maps, terrain information, and points of interest for exploring Kelowna wineries independently.
• City Highlights Tour Guided tour showcasing Kelowna's urban highlights and scenic areas via e-bike.
• Kelowna Walking Tour Audio Guide Self-guided audio walking tour experience with narrated content about Kelowna attractions and history for visitors exploring the city on foot.
• Myra Canyon E-Bike Tour Guided e-bike tour through the Myra Canyon area, a signature Kelowna scenic attraction.
• Bee Tour Educational guided tour focused on local beekeeping and honey production in the Okanagan.
• Lake Views E-Bike Tour Guided e-bike tour featuring scenic views of Okanagan Lake and surrounding areas.
• Kelowna Knox Mountain Hiking Tour Guided hiking tour of Knox Mountain with views of Okanagan Lake and the surrounding mountains.
• Axe Throwing Recreational axe throwing activity offered for groups and team-building experiences.
• Try Before You Buy E-Bike Experience E-bike trial experience allowing customers to test ride bikes before purchasing.
• Salmon Tour Educational tour focused on local salmon habitat and sustainable fishing education in the Okanagan.
• Gold Panning Gold panning experience suitable for beginners and enthusiasts, with options for sessions and extended drives including transportation.
• Kelowna Fat Tire E-Bike Tour Off-road e-bike tour using fat-tire bikes for exploring rugged terrain and scenic trails around Kelowna.
• Food Tour Culinary walking tour through Kelowna showcasing local restaurants and food vendors.
• Corporate Groups Team-building and corporate event services featuring outdoor activities, private tours, and group experiences. Quote-based custom packages.
• Gift Cards Digital and physical gift cards sold for redemption across tours and rentals.

Quantifiable outcome

• Tours cover 3 distinct venues with wine and mead tastings
• +1 more outcomes

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

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Has API

No

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Feature2 records

Partnerships

Eight partnerships are on record, tiered minor and core.

• A Taste of Kelowna Food ToursminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerCulinary tour operator offering 3-hour food tours led by Andrew. Referenced on Lakeside Eco-Sports Friends of page for combined experiences. Guests can book via FareHarbor integration on Lakeside website.
• Western Canyoning Adventure – OkanaganminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerCertified guided canyoning provider offering rappelling, sliding, and jumping experiences through BC's Okanagan canyons. Featured on Friends of page for complementary adventure experiences.
• Kelowna ConciergecoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorPremier local experience provider specializing in wine tours, Hop On Hop Off Wine Shuttle, craft brewery and distillery tours. Handles reservations and transportation, recommending Lakeside Eco-Sports to clients seeking e-bike experiences.
• Echo Lake ResortminorGTM or Marketing PartnerPrivate family-friendly resort campground on Echo Lake offering campsites, waterfront cabins, and boat rentals. Provides 10% discount to Lakeside Eco-Sports customers with promo code ELRLAKESIDE10.
• Kelowna CycleminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorLocal bike shop operating since 1948, offering sales, service (Hub Bike Service), and accessories. Located at 103-2949 Pandosy Street. Supports Lakeside customers needing bike repairs or parts.
• Fjällräven KelownacoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerScandinavian outdoor clothing and gear retailer. Official outfitters of the Lakeside Eco-Sports team, providing co-marketing and brand alignment for eco-conscious tourism positioning.
• School of MTBminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerCertified mountain bike education platform offering progressive skill development and coaching in the Okanagan. Founded from endurance riding experience with programs since 2021 in Squamish and Okanagan.
• Prestige Beach House KelownacoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorPremier beachfront hotel at Bernard Street and City Park. Partnership provides Lakeside Eco-Sports with visible downtown location and referral stream. Prestige Rewards program promotes Lakeside Eco-Sports as partner discount. Hotel offers Go Green eco-friendly option aligned with Lakeside's sustainability values.

Scale indicators2 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights2 records

Direct peers

• Western Canyoning Adventure – Okanagan: Certified guided canyoning provider (rappelling, sliding, jumping) operating in Okanagan canyons. Mirrors Lakeside's guided small-group adventure tour model and shares the eco-conscious outdoor tourist segment.
• A Taste of Kelowna Food Tours: Three-hour guided culinary tours in Kelowna, similar tourist/experiential offering with shared referral relationship ('Friends of'). Comparable in customer base (tourists, corporate groups) and experience-day pricing model.
• Fat Tire Tours: Multi-city guided bike tour operator running cycling and e-bike experiences (city highlights, food, sunset tours). Comparable operating model on the guided e-bike tour side across diversified local experiences.
• Grape Escapes Wine Tours (Kelowna): Established Okanagan/Kelowna wine tour operator offering guided tastings across multiple wineries. Directly overlaps Lakeside's flagship guided winery tour product and tourist customer base.
• Kelowna Concierge: Premier local Kelowna experience provider offering wine tours, Hop On Hop Off wine shuttles, brewery and distillery tours. Operates in the same Okanagan geography with overlapping customer segments and is also a referral partner, making it the closest like-for-like competitor.
• Pedego Electric Bikes Kelowna: E-bike sales, rentals and tours franchise operating in the Kelowna market. Offers pedal-assist rentals and curated rides on essentially the same fleet technology and tourist demographic.
• Sacred Rides Mountain Bike Holidays: Canadian mountain bike and e-bike adventure tour operator offering multi-day guided cycling experiences nationally; comparable guided MTB/e-bike tour product set with overlapping outdoor enthusiast customer.

Broad incumbents

• Airbnb Experiences: Large-scale platform for hosted local experiences including guided tours and outdoor activities, with growing tourist demand share in destinations like Kelowna and competing for Lakeside's eco-tourist persona.
• Viator (Tripadvisor Experiences): Global online marketplace aggregating tours, attractions and experiences; lists many of Lakeside's competitors and increasingly drives discovery for independent tour operators in wine regions.

Regional players

• Banff Cycle & Ski: Alberta-based e-bike and ski tour/rental operator in a different Canadian resort geography (Banff). Same operating model (rental + guided tours of a national resort region) but does not overlap with Kelowna.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat3 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/lakesideecosports

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Investors

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

M&A

Investments

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