The forest bathing is relaxing and inspiring time for yourself in a quiet and beautiful nature. The term “forest bathing” is direct translation from Japanese 森林浴 (Shinrin’yoku) and means “taking in the forest atmosphere” or “forest immersion”. This is the mindfulness practice to reduce stress and feel the nature with all our senses. To clarify the misunderstanding, the forest bathing in our sense here does not indicate the swimming in forest and bog lakes, although this can be also integrated with forest bathing sessions and easy walking in the nature. In order to avoid such misunderstanding, we often use term “sensing of the forest” or “sensing of the nature” for the forest bathing and mindfulness practices.
In our forest bathing / forest sensing sessions we use combined technique that integrates principles of Shinrin’yoku with easy walking and relaxation activities in the forest together with visiting beautiful places in Estonian nature. By default we offer short, 2-3 hours forest bathing and nature sensing sessions that support relaxation and recreation in the nature, but we are also available for conducting longer, 5-6 hours forest bathing sessions upon request.
Forest Bathing Sessions and Trips
We offer nine dedicated and carefully selected forest bathing / nature sensing sessions together with easy walking trips in Estonia for groups and individuals. Each trip has closed audience, so you can relax and enjoy forest bathing privately or your friends only. Some of the sessions are in public forests and trails, so there is a possibility that you will meet other people passing by, but there will be suitable private areas for forest bathing and meditation.
Our trips begin with brief introduction to forests and forest bathing techniques. Then we have peaceful forest bathing walking trip where we can sense and enjoy the forest and environment with our five senses. There will be time slots for reflection. Tea and snacks are also offered at the end of the trip.
The overall trip starts at your hotel or any other pickup point of your choice and return will be provided either to pickup point or to your hotel. Most preferred starting times are 10:00 (10am) and 14:00 (2pm). Choose one of our nine trips described below and book by e-mail forestbathing@forestbathing.ee or by phone +372 5918 9000. Welcome!
Session 1. Paunküla Hills´ forest in Harjumaa
The Paunküla hills have been formed at the end of the last ice age approx 12,000 years ago under the influence of the retreating continental ice. The mountains are up to 20 meters high, between which there are several beautiful lakes and bogs. One of Estonia’s most famous nature observers, Gustav Vilbaste, a hundred years ago called these places the “Switzerland of Estonia”. The hills are mainly covered with forest. We meet, see and sense the majestic pine trees, variety of plants in the forest, near bog trail and lakeside.
The duration of a medium forest bathing session together with the walking trip is 3 hours. Overall duration of trip from pickup to return is 4.5 hours. Price: 180 euros for the group up to 4 persons, 320 euros for the group up to 8 persons, 480 euros for larger groups.
The duration of a long forest bathing session together with the walking trip is 5 hours. Overall duration of trip from pickup to return is 7 hours. Price: 280 euros for the group up to 4 persons, 420 euros for the group up to 8 persons, 580 euros for larger groups.
Session 2. Kakerdaja bog and Kalajärved in Harjumaa
Kakerdaja bog is one of the largest bogs in Kõrvemaa. We will admire this unique ecosystem that depends on rainfall and water like a big sponge. There are small and larger clear water bodies in Kakerdaja bog. We walk on the wooden pathway and visit Kakerdi lake and Hiiesaar, which is an ancient place of refuge and sacrifice. Adjacent to the Kakerdaja bog is forest with two lakes, called Kalajärved.
The duration of forest bathing session together with the walking trip is 2.5 hours. Overall duration of trip from pickup to return is 4 hours. Price: 150 euros for the group up to 4 persons, 290 euros for the group up to 8 persons.
Session 3. Nearby forest in Harjumaa – Aegviidu Nelijärve
This trip will took us to a beautiful forest in Harju county around 60 km from Tallinn at Nelijärve area with old trees – mainly pines and spruces. The landscape is mostly plane and easily accessible. Depending on the season and temperature, you will have possibility to swim in a beautiful forest lake after the forest bathing.
The duration of forest immersion session together with walking trip 90 minutes. Overall duration of trip from pickup to return is 3 hours. Price: 150 euros for the group up to 4 persons, 290 euros for the group up to 8 persons.
Session 4. Nearby bog at Harjumaa
This trip is suitable for a short forest bathing and recreation session. It will took us to a small bog in Harjumaa, near Tallinn. You will see different landscape and formation of trees.
The duration of forest bathing session is 1 hour. Overall duration of trip from pickup to return is 2 hours. Price: 120 euros for the group up to 4 persons, 180 euros for the group up to 8 persons.
Session 5. Forest bathing in Lahemaa National Park
This trip will took us to a beautiful long-lived protected forest in Lahemaa National Park in Harjumaa / Lääne-Virumaa. You can see variety of forests and enjoy their peacefulness and majesty. Depending on the wish, we can have also a bog trip (4 kilometres) in addition to forest bathing.
The duration of forest bathing session together with easy walking trip is 90 minutes. Overall duration of trip from pickup to return is 3 hours (plus 1 hour in case of additional bog walk). Price: 160 euros for the group up to 4 persons, 300 euros for the group up to 8 persons, 480 euros for larger groups.
Session 6. Forest bathing in a bog in Central Estonia
This trip will took us to a peaceful beautiful bog in the heart of Estonia. You will see different landscape, bog lagoons and variety of formation of trees. It is also possible to have a round trip in the bog (3 km, approx 2 miles). The duration of forest bathing session together with the walking trip is 180 minutes. Overall duration of trip from pickup to return is 5.5 hours.
Price: 240 euros for the group up to 4 persons, 390 euros for the group up to 8 persons.
Session 7. Forest bathing and bog lake in Viljandi county
This trip will took us to a peaceful private forest in Viljandi county. You will enjoy old and young trees (mainly spruces and birches) and relaxing atmosphere. We will also have a short visit to a bog and enjoy the view from a small observation tower. The trip can be also combined with extra activities and visits to natural or cultural places (Paide, Viljandi, Võrtsjärv).
The duration of forest bathing session together with a short easy walking trip and bog visit is 180 minutes. Overall duration of trip from pickup to return (without extra activities) is 7 hours.
Price: 260 euros for the group up to 4 persons, 420 euros for the group up to 8 persons.
Session 8. Forest bathing and forest lake in Lääne-Viru county
This trip will took us to a beautiful forest lake and also to a quiet private forest in Lääne-Viru county. You will enjoy old and young trees (mainly spruces and birches) and relaxing atmosphere. The trip can be also combined with extra activities and visits to natural or cultural places (Rakvere, Avinurme, Lake Peipsi).
The duration of forest bathing session together with a short easy walking trip and bog visit is 180 minutes. Overall duration of trip from pickup to return (without extra activities) is 7 hours.
Price: 280 euros for the group up to 4 persons, 440 euros for the group up to 8 persons.
Session 9. Forest bathing in Pärnu county
This trip will took us to a majestic forest in Pärnumaa with old pine trees. You can see variety of forests and enjoy presence near the river Pärnu. The forest bathing sessiond and easy walking trip can be combined with extra activities and visits to natural or cultural places (Pärnu, Romantiline rannatee – romantic trip along seaside of Pärnu county or Tolkuse bog trip).
The duration of forest bathing session together with easy walking trip is 90 minutes. Overall duration of trip from pickup to return is 5 hours (without extra activities).
Price: 240 euros for the group up to 4 persons, 390 euros for the group up to 8 persons.
Choose one of our nine sessions described below and book by e-mail forestbathing@forestbathing.ee or by phone +372 5918 9000. Welcome!