Helsinki Archipelago Forest Bathing Experience
Overview
Are you tired of being busy and glued to your phone? Recharge your body and mind and awaken all your senses again by reconnecting with nature in a new way!
Neither a hike nor a naturalist walk, forest bathing is a heart-felt, science-based wellbeing practice that continues to gain global popularity. It involves walking slowly, stopping and taking in the sounds, scents, colours, forms and the ambience of nature using all the five senses and engaging in simple nature connection activities. Forest bathing is as much about pausing to listen to your inner self as it is about listening to nature.
With a trained guide, it is much easier to slow down (one of the hardest things) – first the body, then the mind. You can leave all effort behind and relax into the experience, knowing that the guide will keep track of time and route, leading you safely every step of the way.
Welcome to enjoy Helsinki archipelago together and slow down with SOWL!
What's Included
- Snacks Finnish wild bilberry shot (no alcohol)
- Therapeutic essential oil on skin (voluntary)
- Sleeping pads
- Safety plan, first aid kit
- A certified wilderness and forest therapy guide
- Bottled water We save nature by not offering bottled water. Bring your own water bottle, fresh tap water is available on the island.
- Return boat ticket: adult 9,30€, pensioner 6,30€
- On a rainy day, bring a raincoat/cloak. We do not cancel or offer refunds because of rain.
Meeting Location
Merisatamanranta
00150 Helsinki, Finland
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What To Expect
Leave the city behind and find a secret nature haven of the locals! Join a professional Forest Therapy Guide for a forest bathing experience on the beautiful Pihlajasaari Island, just a 10-minute boat ride away.
Humans have known the healing effects of nature for millennia. Forest bathing (shinrin-yoku, or forest therapy) was developed in Japan in the 80’s. It is an evidence-based, holistic practice that boosts the health benefits of nature and promotes relaxation, reduces stress and improves the immune system.
Meet your guide at the pier and hop on the boat. Soon you will be greeted by sandy beaches, forest paths and imagination-sparking rock formations. Sense the island nature with every cell of your body and feel the fresh sea breeze wash away your troubles. Surrender to the sounds of birdsong, humming wind and the lapping of the waves.
Along the way the guide invites you to do easy sensory, breathing and nature connection activities to help you relax and let go. Reconnect with nature – and yourself.
We conclude with smelling aromatherapeutic oil, sharing our experiences and tasting Finnish bilberry juice. Your mind, body and soul are filled with peace.
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- You can participate without any prior knowledge and skills. Normal physical mobility is sufficient. Excursion may include some moderate climbs and rough paths.
- Take some spare warm clothing and windproof jacket according to the weather, we move at a slow pace. Comfortable shoes, no high heels.
- Pets, smoking, drinking not allowed
- Minimum age 16
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions
(7)Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Helsinki Archipelago Forest Bathing Experience?
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Activity code: C-427906P1
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Frequently Asked Questions (7)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from City Boat Tours customers.
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- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (EEST).
- This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
- Snacks. Finnish wild bilberry shot (no alcohol).
- Therapeutic essential oil on skin (voluntary).
- Sleeping pads.
- Safety plan, first aid kit.
- A certified wilderness and forest therapy guide.
- Bottled water. We save nature by not offering bottled water. Bring your own water bottle, fresh tap water is available on the island.
- Return boat ticket: adult 9,30€, pensioner 6,30€.
- On a rainy day, bring a raincoat/cloak. We do not cancel or offer refunds because of rain.
This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Apr 2025The minimum age to participate is 18..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Helsinki Archipelago Forest Bathing Experience is as follows:
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Helsinki Archipelago Forest Bathing Experience will be included in your confirmation email from City Boat Tours. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024What's Included
- SnacksFinnish wild bilberry shot (no alcohol)
- Therapeutic essential oil on skin (voluntary)
- Sleeping pads
- Safety plan, first aid kit
- A certified wilderness and forest therapy guide
- Bottled waterWe save nature by not offering bottled water. Bring your own water bottle, fresh tap water is available on the island.
- Return boat ticket: adult 9,30€, pensioner 6,30€
- On a rainy day, bring a raincoat/cloak. We do not cancel or offer refunds because of rain.
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- You can participate without any prior knowledge and skills. Normal physical mobility is sufficient. Excursion may include some moderate climbs and rough paths.
- Take some spare warm clothing and windproof jacket according to the weather, we move at a slow pace. Comfortable shoes, no high heels.
- Pets, smoking, drinking not allowed
- Minimum age 16
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travelers
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