Relax and reconnect with nature in Asheville's Blue Ridge Mountains on a guided forest bathing walk. Awaken your senses and be present in the moment as you deepen your connection with nature and enjoy a tea ceremony with snacks.
Relaxing Forest Bathing Walk in Asheville's Blue Ridge Mountains
Summary Description
Highlights
- -Easy guided walk in the Blue Ridge Mountains
- -Certified forest therapy guide
- -Mindfulness in nature
- -Gentle trail
- -The walk takes place along peaceful trails, offering stunning views of Asheville's Blue Ridge Mountains
- - The experience culminates in a tea ceremony, where participants can relax with a warm cup of tea and enjoy delicious snacks
- - The product emphasizes the healing powers of nature and the opportunity for renewal and connection
- - It is suitable for those seeking solace amidst nature or wanting to unwind after a hectic week.
Description
Escape to Asheville's Blue Ridge Mountains for a truly relaxing and rejuvenating experience with our guided forest bathing walk. You'll love the opportunity to slow down, unwind, and reconnect with the beauty of the natural world. Led by a certified forest therapy guide, this 3-hour stroll through the forest allows you to fully immerse yourself in the wonders of nature. Through a series of invitations, you'll be encouraged to quiet your mind, awaken your senses, and deepen your connection with both nature and community. As you meander through the tranquil forest, you'll have the chance to witness the awe-inspiring beauty of Asheville's Blue Ridge Mountains. The easy guided hike takes you along peaceful trails, granting you the perfect opportunity to take it all in. Whether you're seeking solace amidst nature or simply looking to unwind after a hectic week, our relaxing forest bathing experience in Asheville's Blue Ridge Mountains could be just what you need. Allow yourself this moment of tranquility and let the healing powers of nature wash over you. Book your experience now and start your journey of connection and renewal.
Included / Excluded
- Guided walk
- Tea ceremony
- Guide gratuity
- Transportation
Start / End Locations
Start Location: 100 Frederick Law Olmsted Way, Asheville, NC, USA
Important Information
Know Before You Book
- This is a gentle, easy walk but uneven terrain and obstacles such as roots and rocks are still present so please be mindful and contact us if you have mobility issues that might affect your safety or experience.
- A lot of kiddos love forest bathing and our guides are skilled in working with families but please reserve a private group experience if members of your party are younger than 12 so we can tailor the program to you
- Leashed dogs are only allowed on private walks
- Walks take place at various locations within an hour of Asheville
- If reserving a private group experience, we are happy to tailor the location specifically for your group
- Bring layered, weather appropriate clothing & rain gear
- Closed toe shoes and long pants are recommended
Cancellation
Cancellation Cutoff: 72 hours
Cancellation Notes: For regularly scheduled walks: Due to the special nature of these events, your registration is non-refundable. You may reschedule for a different date if notice is given at least 7 days in advance. Out of respect for all involved in crafting this special experience, the rescheduling option does not apply to cancellations within 7-0 days. For private walks: Full group cancellations more than 7 days prior to your scheduled experience are refundable minus your non-refundable deposit or a $10/person admin fee (whichever is greater) or you may choose a store credit for 100% of your purchase price. Out of respect for your guide's time, full group cancellations between 7-0 days prior to your experience are non-refundable and no store credits will be issued within that window. Group size decreases will be accepted up to 72hrs prior to your scheduled experience with no penalty as long as minimum group size thresholds are met. Out of respect for your guide's time, group size decreases between 72-0 hours prior to your scheduled experience are non-refundable and no store credits will be issued within that window. These minimums and policies ensure all experience providers, guides, instructors, etc are paid a living wage for their work. Thank you for your understanding as we strive to remain as flexible as possible in uncertain times!
Options and Pricing
Reserve an experience exclusively for you and your crew. Minimum group size of 6 or the price equivalent. Available daily year round.
| Private Forest Bathing Walk | RETAIL PRICE |
|---|---|
| Adult (12 - 64 years) | $65.00 |
Points of interest
FAQ
What will I do on a Forest Bathing walk?
With the help of a certified guide, guests are led through a series of nature invitations during a leisurely walk on a gentle trail or pathway. The focus will be on mindfulness practices and opportunities to slow down, unplug, and soak up the magic of our wild places. The experience typically lasts 2.5 hours and culminates in a tea ceremony with snacks.
What will I do on a Forest Bathing walk?
With the help of a certified guide, guests are led through a series of nature invitations during a leisurely walk on a gentle trail or pathway. The focus will be on mindfulness practices and opportunities to slow down, unplug, and soak up the magic of our wild places. The experience typically lasts 2.5-3 hours and culminates in a tea ceremony with snacks.
What on earth is Forest Bathing?
Forest Bathing is simply a guided walk in nature. Your guide will share mindfulness practices and invitations designed to connect you more deeply to your inner landscapes, as well as the world around you. Inspired by Shinrin-Yoku, the Japanese art of immersing oneself in a forest environment, forest bathing walks invite guests to spend time in nature in a way that invites healing for ourselves, our fraught ecosystems, and our community. It is true nature therapy!
This is essentially a mindful, rejuvenating walk in the forest…no actual “bathing” required.
What is the trail like?
The trails visited on a Forest Bathing walk are gentle and rated easy, though you should expect uneven terrain (like roots and rocks) and may encounter slight inclines along the way. We walk less than a mile. This is a mindful, gentle journey through the forest.
What should I bring?
Bring sun protection, bug repellent, water, an open heart and mind and anything else you need to be comfortable on this short, gentle stroll. We recommend close-toed shoes and long pants. Be sure to wear weather-appropriate clothing and remember that layers are your key to comfort. Rain protection is essential. Please remember that temperatures in higher elevations can be significantly lower than in town and rain is always a possibility.
Do I need a bathing suit to participate in Forest Bathing?
Nope! We’ll be immersing ourselves in the restorative forest atmosphere and aren’t bathing in the traditional rubber-ducky-in-the-bathtub sense. On warm days, we might have the opportunity to dip our feet in a mountain stream and a rain shower is always possible but you can otherwise expect not to get wet.
Who is my guide?
Your guide is certified as a forest therapy guide by the Association of Nature and Forest Therapy and holds current certifications in Wilderness First Aid and CPR. They look forward to sharing the practice of forest bathing with you!
Where do these Forest Bathing walks take place?
Regularly scheduled walks (join in with other guests on specific dates) are held at the NC Arboretum on select Saturdays year round.
Private Walks: Due to the customized nature of Private Walks, we’ll tailor the trail selection to your group! An Asheville Wellness Tours concierge will reach out to you to ask:
What part of town you’ll be traveling from
Age range of your group
Any needs/preferences (time constraints, transportation limitations, etc)
With that information, your guide will select the best trail for your group. All of the trails we visit for Forest Bathing are within approximately 50mins (an hour or less drive time) of downtown Asheville and are chosen based on the gentleness of the terrain, proximity to town, and your guide’s geographic area of expertise.
One of our favorite trails is accessed by driving along the scenic Blue Ridge Parkway while another is located in a peaceful private Preserve. We can even meet you in the Botanical Gardens or NC Arboretum just outside of downtown Asheville if you need a more convenient option (private forest bathing walks only!). Please don’t hesitate to reach out with any questions.
Full Moon walks take place on private land just 30 mins from downtown Asheville. Detailed arrival instructions will be provided upon booking.
Blue Ghost Firefly Forest Bathing Tours: Due to the fragility of the environment we’re visiting and the elusive nature of the Blue Ghosts, the secret location will be shared a few days prior to the event – for now, we can alert guests that it’s about 1hr from downtown Asheville w/ the option to take the Blue Ridge Parkway on the way for a scenic ride
What about transportation?
If you are reserving a private Forest Bathing session, the trail location will be tailored to your group. If you would like to add transportation to your private booking, let us know! With advance notice, we can arrange your transportation for an additional fee.
If you are joining a public Forest Bathing session, you are responsible for getting yourself to/from the trailhead. You can generally plan on the trail head being about an hour from Asheville and will receive detailed driving instructions in your confirmation email. It is important to note that, while an Uber/Lyft may bring you to the trail, they will NOT pick you up from the trail head.
If you do not have transportation, we recommend reaching out to AVL Ride several days in advance of your arrival. The team there is familiar with the trailhead and will pre-arrange round trip transportation for some of the most reasonable rates in town.
About operator:
Unplug, unwind, and reconnect! Asheville Wellness Tours offers a menu of unique, meaningful experiences and tours in Asheville NC with two ways to choose: Stay In and let the best of Asheville come to you or Venture Out to explore all that this mountain town has to offer. Let us take care of the details so you can focus on your time together! Yoga Hikes, Forest Bathing, Tarot Readings,Goat Yoga, and more!
Basic Information
- Duration: 3 hours
- Trip difficulty: Easy
- Max Group Size: 30
- Category: Tours & Sightseeing
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