Forest Bathing Walks

Explore these example trips, share your wishes, and request a quote through the contact form! Our locations include all nature trails and parks in the Helsinki region and Uusimaa province.

**SOWL Forest Bathing (2.5 h) – An experience that brings you back to life**

Forget technology and your to-do lists for a moment and come refresh yourself in Nuuksio, Sipoonkorpi, Porkkalanniemi, Pihlajasaari, or another location that suits you! You can leave your worries at the edge of the forest and immerse yourself unhurriedly in the fascinating world of nature’s sounds, scents, colors, and shapes.
You step onto a mysteriously winding path that leads you into the heart of the rustling spruce and pine trees. You pause to listen to the babbling brook and birdsong, breathe the fresh forest air deeply into your lungs, lean back against an ancient rock, and rest your eyes on the shimmering water. Along the way, you will enjoy breathing, sensory, and mindfulness exercises that help calm the mind’s restlessness. Things fall into their proper perspective. Joy returns. You find a connection to nature – and to yourself.
At the end, we gather—for example, around a campfire—to share our experiences and, if you wish, treat your taste buds with forest coffee and snacks or lunch.
Forest bathing is a perfect wellness activity for recreation, training, team-building, and meeting days, as well as birthday, celebration, or bachelor/bachelorette party programs. The experience can be arranged to be accessible.
Price starting from 675€ + 0% VAT.

• Duration 2.5 to 4 hours (depending on agreement and location; see below also for 1-hour forest bathing taster session)

• Route length 1–3 km

• In Finnish or English

• Availability: year-round (shorter Arctic forest bathing in winter)

• Level: fairly easy. No prior knowledge or skills required; normal physical ability is sufficient. The trip is not by default accessible and may include climbing onto rocks and root-filled paths. We proceed at a slow pace. Accessible options can be arranged.

• Max 20 participants per guide (max 40 for 1 hour)

• Includes: a certified forest therapy and wilderness guide, preparation instructions, guided exercises, information about the health benefits of nature, loan of a sleeping pad and rain poncho, aromatherapeutic oil for the skin, safety plan, first aid kit, liability insurance. NOTE: does not include travel or accident insurance; please ensure your own coverage.

• Price: 675 € + VAT 0%, includes 8 people. Additional participants €75 each.
ADDITIONAL SERVICES

• Coffee/thermos coffee/lunch snacks 15–30 € / person + VAT 14% (e.g., campfire coffee or herbal tea, Karelian pastry with spread, lunch salad, cinnamon roll, wild berry shot. Also available vegan). Through a partner, warm forest meals on open fire can be arranged, for example, in a kota (traditional Finnish hut).
• The trip is intended for people over 18 years old

• Weather: happens also in rain. In exceptionally challenging weather conditions or other force majeure, the trip can be postponed or canceled.

• 1% of proceeds are donated to the Finnish Forest Conservation Foundation’s Suomen Metsä (Finland’s Forest) campaign

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**Marine Forest Bathing (2.5 h) – Experience the Magic of the Archipelago**

Break away from the city routine and refresh yourself in one of Southern Finland’s most stunning coastal destinations: the Porkkala Peninsula hiking area, or the natural oasis right in front of Helsinki, Pihlajasaari Island. Other great spots accessible by land include Kopparnäs or Linlo (Kirkkonummi) and the islands of Helsinki and Espoo by waterbus (Harakka, Käärmeluodot, Pentala, etc.).
Let the trail carry you through rocky pine forests and feel the fresh sea breeze on your skin, washing your worries away. Surrender to the sound of crashing waves and the rustling wind. Rest your gaze on the horizon, the blue sky, and the eternal motion of the sea. Breathe deeply and lie back, free from concerns, supported by stable bedrock — and rediscover your connection to nature and yourself.
Along the way, enjoy breathing, sensory, and presence exercises. Your mind and body will settle in this place. At the end, we share our experiences and also indulge the taste buds if you wish to include coffee and snacks, or picnic lunch.
Forest bathing is a perfect wellness activity for recreational, training, team-building, and meeting days as well as birthday, celebration, or bachelor/bachelorette party programs. Can be made accessible for people with disabilities. Price starting from €675 + VAT 0%.

• Duration: 2.5–5 hours (according to agreement)
• Route length: 2–4 km
• In Finnish or English
• Availability: April–September
• Level: fairly easy. Participation requires no prior knowledge or skills; normal physical fitness is sufficient. The trip is not by default accessible and may include climbs onto rocks and rooty paths. We walk at a calm pace. Accessible option available.
• Max 20 people per guide (the 1-hour session for 40 )
• Includes: a certified forest therapy and wilderness guide, preparation instructions, guided exercises, information on the health benefits of nature, loan of sleeping mat and rain cape, aromatherapeutic oil for skin, safety plan, first aid kit, liability insurance. NOTE: travel or accident insurance is not included, so please ensure your coverage is valid.
• Price: €675 + VAT 0%, includes 8 people. Additional persons €75 each.
ADDITIONAL SERVICES

• Coffee by campfire kettle/thermos coffee/lunch snacks €15–30 / person + VAT 14% (e.g., campfire coffee or herbal tea, Karelian pasty with spread, lunch salad, cinnamon roll, wild berry shot. Also vegan). Warm forest meal on open fire available through our partner.
• The trip is intended for persons over 18 years old
• Weather: the trip takes place even in rain. In case of exceptionally challenging weather conditions or other force majeure, the trip may be postponed or cancelled.
• 1% of proceeds are donated to the Finnish Nature Heritage Foundation’s Finnish Forest campaign

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Metsäkylpy Nuuksiossa yksityishenkilöille ja yrityksille sekä ryhmille — **Mini Forest Bathing (1 hour) – Relieve stress and enjoy nature in a new way!**

Short on time? Try a shorter forest bathing taster session that lowers stress hormone levels, heart rate, and blood pressure in just 15 minutes! In the mini forest bath, we stay in one place (e.g., near a meeting venue) or walk about 0.5 km while doing a few healing and restorative sensory, mindfulness, and presence exercises.
Step into the calming whisper of spruces, listen to the sounds of the forest, and absorb all the shades of green around you. Breathe in the fresh air deeply and let your burdens dissolve into nature's care. You’ll immerse yourself in the sounds, scents, colors, and shapes of nature with all your senses, reconnecting with both nature and yourself. This experience can take place in nearby natural settings, such as close to an office or meeting hotel. Available with accessibility options. More information below. Price starts at €335 + VAT 0%.

• Duration: 1 hour plus transitions
• Route length: 0–1 km
• Availability: year-round
• Level: easy. Participation requires no prior knowledge or skills; normal physical ability is sufficient.
• Can be arranged with accessibility accommodations.
• Maximum 40 participants per guide
• Includes: a certified forest therapy and wilderness guide, preparation instructions, guided exercises, information on the health benefits of nature, sleeping mat, rain poncho, safety plan, first aid kit, and liability insurance.
Note: does not include travel or accident insurance; please ensure your own coverage is valid.
• Price: €335 + 0% VAT, includes up to 8 people. Additional participants €40 each.
• Suitable for adults aged 18 and over
• Weather: the trip will proceed even in rain. In case of exceptionally challenging weather conditions or other force majeure, the trip may be postponed or canceled.
• 1% of proceeds will be donated to the Finnish Forest Heritage Foundation’s Suomen Metsä (Forests of Finland) campaign.

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INDIVIDUALS
For tours booked through other platforms (e.g. Viator/Tripadvisor), the cancellation terms of those platforms apply.
PRIVATE GROUP BOOKINGS
- Cancellations made 60 days or more before the event: no cancellation fee
- Cancellations made 59–30 days before the event: 25% cancellation fee
- Cancellations made 29–14 days before the event: 50% cancellation fee
- Cancellations made 13–0 days before the event: 100% cancellation fee
The event can be rescheduled once free of charge, up to 6 months later, if the request is made no later than 30 daysbefore the original event date. If the rescheduling request is made less than 30 days before the event, it is considered a new booking and the original event is treated as cancelled, with a cancellation fee charged accordingly (see above). The customer is required to confirm the new date at the time of the rescheduling notice.
Please notify us of any changes as early as possible. Thank you.
Additional participants can be registered no later than 48 hours before the event (late additions may not be accommodated, e.g. due to catering).
If the number of participants is reduced from the agreed number in the offer, the same cancellation fee structureapplies as for full group cancellations. However, the client will always be charged at least the minimum billing amount.
No refunds are given for no-shows.
Force majeure situations affecting the entire group are evaluated case by case, and refunds may be possible.
If the event runs longer than scheduled due to the client, an additional €95/hour will be charged.
An invoice will be sent after the event using the billing details provided by the client. E-invoicing is also available.
Payment term: 14 days
Any complaints must be made within 7 days of the event.
A €5 fee will be charged for payment reminders.
Important Notes
Rain is not a valid reason to cancel a booking, and does not justify a refund or cancellation from the client.
If SOWL must cancel an event due to exceptionally poor weather conditions or other force majeure, the reservation will primarily be rescheduled to a new date.
SOWL reserves the right to cancel, interrupt, or change the location or duration of the event at any time due to extreme weather conditions, safety reasons, or other force majeure.
In case of last-minute changes or cancellations, we will notify the client’s designated contact person by phone.
Please ensure that the contact person is reachable before and during the event, especially if they are not attending.
Minimum age for participation is 18 years.
Forest bathing can be a powerful experience. Participation is not recommended for individuals experiencing an acute crisis or suffering from severe mental health issues.
The organizer holds liability insurance. Participants and/or their organizations are responsible for their own travel and accident insurance.