La Nuit Stella Night Hike experience

Guided night hikes in Southwest Nova Scotia

Explore some of the darkest and clearest skies in North America. The starry sky at night is a wonder, and your vision of the world changes while walking at night.

Starting at dusk in front of St. Mary’s Church on the shores of Saint Mary’s Bay, you will see the dark sky come alive with constellations, planets, and the moon.

Witness the history of the stars, as Classical, Celtic, and Mi’kmaw tales bring mythology and astronomy into plain view. How did Acadian colonists view the dark skies of Acadie? How did the Stella Maris – the Star of the Sea – guide Acadians in the New World?
Nature undergoes a wonderful transformation when the sun sets. During this night hike you will see how your five senses tune into a landscape lit by stars.  Learn about how our bodies adapt to the night and how light pollution effects us in surprising ways.

Reservations required. 

Schedule: 
July 1 – September 30, 2024
Scheduled departures on Friday and Saturday evenings.   

Private, group or custom tours on additional dates are available upon request. Contact Paul to discuss dates, themes, activities, and prices.

Duration: 2 hours.
Tours depart a dusk from St. Mary’s Church 
1713 Highway 1, Church Point Nova Scotia 

The Stella Night Hikes go ahead in most conditions (except heavy rain).

Price: 
Adult:  $25.00 
Family: $75.00 (2 adults and dependant children)  

Minimum requirements of 4 paid adults to operate. 
All prices in Canadian dollars
Payment accepted in cash or though e-transfer.  

Cancellation: 
Refund offered for cancellations more then 24 hours in advance.
Special hikes by request