Five Activities Included

Activity 1: Skiing on Mt. Bachelor

Get an introduction to skiing or riding by learning the basics in an inviting and un-intimidating environment with Mt. Bachelor instructors that are highly skilled in coaching beginners. This package is offered three times daily out of Sunrise Base Area and includes two-hours of instruction, a limited-access Learning Progression lift ticket, and a ski or snowboard equipment rental package.

Open to both Youth (ages 6-12) and Adults (ages 13+), students will be grouped based on discipline (ski or snowboard), age, and their ability level.

Upon your arrival to the mountain, head for the Sunrise Base Area and visit the Sunrise Rental & Sales Center on the lower level of lodge to check-in for your lesson. Our staff will help you select the proper-fitting boots and the right-sized pair of skis or snowboard. From there, you will be directed to meet your instructor outside of the lodge, on-snow in the group lesson meeting area — the Beginner Package zone will be designated by a sign.

Students are welcome to use their rental equipment to ski or snowboard on the lifts included in the Learning Progression ticket (Little Pine Chairlift at West Village and Alpenglow Chairlift at Sunrise) for the remainder of the day following their lesson.

Tour Length: 7 hours approx.

Meeting Points: At Resort

Includes

• 2 hour ski or snowboard lesson

• All day ski or snowboard equipment rentals (includes helmet)

• All day Learning Progression lift ticket (valid on Little Pine and Alpenglow chairlifts*)

What to Bring: Pending

Activity 2: Dog Sledding 

Oregon Trail of Dreams is owned and operated by Rachael Scdoris, her husband Nick and her father, Jerry Scdoris. Rachael is a world-renowned athlete and had her first Iditarod finish in 2006. Riding with Jerry, Rachael and their athletic team of dogs is a unique and majestic experience. Imagine gliding over the snow, taking in the sights of Central Oregon — snow-covered Broken Top, the Three Sisters and Mt. Bachelor all from the comfort of an Iditarod Dog Sled.

Approximately one hour of orientation and trail time, including an option to participate in the care, watering and feeding of the dogs after the ride!

Starting at 12:30 p.m. All sled dog rides depart from the lower Sunrise Lodge parking area. Please arrive at least 30 minutes prior to your scheduled departure time to check in and meet your musher and sled dog team. Children must be at least three years old to ride in a sled.

Children ages three to 12 years old must ride with an adult. No more than three people per sled (two adults and one child) for a maximum weight of 450 lbs per sled.

Tour length: 1 hour approx.

Meeting point: On Mt. Bachelor

Includes: Dog Sled Ride.

What to Bring: Pending

Notes: Tour is not suitable for pregnant women, people with back pains or heart problems. Maximum weight for zip line 450 lbs. Minimum age 3.

Activity 3: Bike Trail in Sunriver

Tour length: 1 hour approx.

Meeting point: Village Bike and Ski

Includes: 1 Bike and Helmet per person

What to Bring: Pending

Notes: Optional

Activity 4: Snowmobiling on Mt. Bachelor

Our customized snowmobile trips led by our professional guides, are definitely something to write home about. Our trips are NOT a 10 mile an hour trail ride (unless that’s what you are after). We limit our tours to six machines per guide to give you a custom ride. Our small groups allow for us to customize the trip just for your group. We stop at several snow play areas for you to experience all the freedom and exhilaration you can handle. Don’t waste your time trying to read the map to figure out where you are or where you want to go. We find that our tour machines come back to base camp with two to three times the miles than rental machines. Let our guides take you to all the SWEET SPOTS for the best views and play areas. More than six machines in your group? No problem, we’ll just put another guide with you. You can choose to stay together or split off according to different riding abilities and meet up at the various play areas.
Our two hour trips are perfect for those new to snowmobiling or for groups with young children. We will customize the trip to your ability and pace. This exhilarating ride takes you through the scenic Cascade Mountain Range around Mt. Bachelor. This two hour trip will thrill both the experienced and novice rider and is great for families and groups of any size.

Tour length: 2 hours approx.

Meeting point: Mt. Bachelor

Includes: One Snowmobile

What to Bring: Pending

Notes: Insurance and Parking not included.

Activity 5: Night Snowshoeing with Bonfire on Mt. Bachelor

Adventure: Wanderlust Tours invented this one of a kind snowshoe tour under the light of our solar system’s twinkling lights. Cruising on snowshoes, our destination is a hand-carved amphitheater in the snow where a crackling bonfire awaits. Join us for a magical meander through the powdery snow-filled forest at night in the Cascade Mountains west of Bend, Oregon. 

Naturalist Guided Experience: Kicking through the snow-laden forest after the fall of darkness, our nose will, in part, lead us to a Michaelangelo-esque creation- an amazing snow built amphitheater. When the whiff of pine hits our nostrils anticipation will grow for a taste of delectable desserts and hazelnut espresso vodka-laced hot cocoa. Our naturalist guides will point out planets, stars and constellations as we relax in the glow of the fire. The hushed ambience of the forest will stir your soul. The magic of this wholly unique experience will remain instilled within you forever!

Location: Snowshoeing tours take place in the areas around Mt. Bachelor and the surrounding Deschutes National Forest of the Cascade Mountain Range of Oregon. New to off-trail snowshoeing? Let Wanderlust Tours do the driving and teach you fun snowshoeing techniques and tricks. All tours include instruction. Wear winter boots and powder/ski pants to keep your feet and legs dry while snowshoeing.

Tour length: 4 hours approx.

Meeting point: Wonderlust

Includes:

• Naturalist guide & award-winning interpretation

• Gear: Snowshoes and headlamps

• Drinks: Hot Cocoa with Hazelnut Espresso Vodka

• Treats: Local dessert from Sparrow Bakery

• Transportation: departing from our office

What to Bring: Pending

Notes: Strenuous hiking