Experience the practice of nature and forest bathing in some of the Sunshine Coast's most stunning and iconic wilderness areas.

Forest bathing draws on a sequence of evidence-based activities to support us to slow down, become more present and comfortable outside and explore or deepen your own relationship with nature. We walk, we talk and we explore, some of the time together and some of the time solo, but always with nature.

Image above: Group forest bathing at Kondalilla National Park

Top banner image: Introduction to forest bathing at Kondalilla National Park

For more information visit https://heldoutside.com.au/sunshinecoastforestbathing

All walks include:

Orientation to place, acknowledgement of country and sensory grounding
Guided sequence of relational nature therapy practices by ANFT certified guide
Fresh herbal forest tea ritual and light snack

Image above: Solo forest bathing at Kondalilla National Park

Take a look at the options below and help tailor your own unique nature immersion for yourself or small group.

Here's how you'll tailor your Sunshine Coast Nature and Forest Bathing Experience:

1. Choose your location preferences

	Highlights	Best for
Kondalilla National Park - from Baroon Pocket or Picnic Creek entrances	Rainforest, waterfalls, water, views, shade	moderate fitness (has stairs and some steeper sections), longer hike options
Glass House Mountains National Park - Beerburrum or Tibrogargan trailhead entrances	Mountains, rocks, bushland, wildflowers, sunshine	low to moderate fitness (a few stairs), longer hike options
Mooloola River National Park	Heathland, wildflowers, birds, sunshine	low to moderate fitness (a rocky creek crossing)
Mapleton Falls National Park	Rainforest, views, waterfalls, moss, shade	low to moderate fitness (a few stairs)

2. Choose the length of your session

2 hours - short guided forest bathing experience, less than 2km walking
4 hours - full guided forest bathing experience with a ecological introduction, between 1 - 5km walking
or Tailor an extended guided forest bathing and hike experience unique for your group.

Image above: Pair of women forest bathing at Kondalilla National Park

About your guide

Jay has been a nature connection guide for over four years and is certified by the Association of Nature and Forest Therapy. She started Held Outside to explore ways to deepen our relationship with the Earth and feel held, outside. She is also a science educator, gardener and land carer.

For more about nature and forest bathing, what to wear, bring and expect, please visit https://www.heldoutside.com.au/faq

Queensland Parks and Wildlife permit P-CAP-100907181. Insurances and Wilderness First Aid certified.

Please note: date reservation opportunities close 7 days prior. If you would like to make a last minute booking, please contact Jay directly for availability.

Check out the other events from Held Outside or get in touch heldoutside@gmail.com or 0476 212 616 to tailor your private event.

Image above: Group forest bathing activity at Kondalilla National Park