Forest Bathing NZ
Join us for an immersive Forest Bathing guided experience as taught by ANFT Association of Nature and Forest Therapy
What is Forest Bathing?
Forest bathing is the direct translation of the Japanese 'Shinrin-Yoku' where this practice originated. As ANFT trained guides, we offer a westernised version, a gentle, intentional immersion in the woodland - slowing your pace, opening your senses, and letting the forest meet you where you are under the quiet guidance of a trained forest therapy guide.Unlike wandering alone or simply going for a hike on your own terms, the guided experience invites you into a series of sensory invitations that help quiet the mind, deepen presence, and reveal the subtle gifts of the living forest that are easy to miss when left to our usual habits.At the close of the walk, the group gathers for a simple tea ceremony, sharing a warm cup infused with local plants as a final act of gratitude and connection - sealing the experience in community and quiet celebration of the forest’s generosity.Forest Bathing has many well researched and documented health benefits, you can read more about this here:
Pricing
Guided walks (1.5-2.5 hours):
$250 for up to 4 people, $20 per person extra beyond 4 people.Corporate bookings:
Please enquire about your groups needs and we can discuss a suitable package for your team.
Your Guide
Hannah McQuilkan trained as a forest therapy guide with ANFT in 2018. She has led over 60 walks and is one of New Zealand’s most experienced guides.With a background of 20 years in natural medicine, she currently lives on a wild farm at Karioitahi The Highside with her husband, where she spends time growing and planting trees using her unique Tree Mystic method.She feels privileged to offer the wonderful experience of forest bathing to people from all walks of life.She is available to travel to various locations around NZ or can connect you with a local ANFT trained guide.
In the Media
I have been fortunate enough to have some wonderful media outlets reach out for interviews, click the buttons below to have a look. If you would like to interview me about any aspect of forest bathing or nature connection please feel free to contact me below.
TVNZ: The benefits of Forest Bathing
NZ Herald: Forest bathing with a tree whisperer
NZ Herald: I hugged a tree and I liked it
Chestnut Local: Tree Hugger travels 9000 miles
Contact Us
Fill out this form or contact me at the phone number below and I'll respond as soon as I can.
Hannah at Forest Bathing NZPH: 022 6266 420