Join an evening excursion and follow cryptic radio transmissions and the lingering traces of two long-ago hikers to find the scenic trailhead where the real journey begins. This pathway leads toward a place filled with beauty, and proof that the legends of Whistler are true. Moment Factory, a global leader in video, lighting, sounds and special effects, will bring Whistler’s forests to life this summer with a brand-new show.
This 1.5 km (summer) / 1km (winter) trail through an old growth forest will take visitors of all ages on an hour-long multimedia night walk in pursuit of hidden wonders.
The entire experience takes place outside within a trail network which is partially levelled but not asphalted.
Please note the Summer course involves staircases.
Vallea Lumina: An outdoor multimedia light and sound show. Follow the story of two lost hikers from long ago and follow the enchanted trail.
Duration: 45 minutes: An outdoor 1km multimedia night walk experience into a forest of hidden wonders. Self paced and self guided.
Basecamp Experience: Before and after your tour, enjoy the ambiance of our Cougar Mountain basecamp with Café and firepits to roast marshmallows.
Every evening after the sun sets, the magic of Vallea Lumina begins. This activity is family friendly and all ages are welcome to marvel at the hidden wonders of forest. Guests will arrive at our quaint Cougar Mountain basecamp, where they can enjoy free parking, offerings from our Café like hot chocolate, cookies and s'mores kits that can enjoyed by our fire-pits and washroom facilities. At tour time, guests will be check in by our Rangers and begin the 1km trail through an enchanted forest. The unpaved trails winds through the forest and over rivers, with magical lights and mysterious sounds guiding the way. Vallea Lumina leads toward a place filled with beauty, and proof that the legends of Whistler are true.
You will make your own way to the meeting points
Please meet at our Cougar Mountain Base Camp, located at Sixteen Mile Creek Forest Service Rd, Whistler, BC V0N 1B8, Canada, a short 10 minute drive north of Whistler.