Alaska Nature Immersion: Forest Therapy Tour in Haines, Alaska
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Alaska Nature Immersion offers Forest Therapy in the beauty of the Alaskan Wilderness. This practice, inspired by Japanese Shinrin-Yoku (Forest Bathing), provides you with a transformative experience to promote healing and wellness through immersion in the forest, fostering a deeper connection to nature. We aim to facilitate moments of mindfulness, gratitude and rejuvenation, allowing you to tap into the restorative power of the natural world. The tour takes place in the sanctuary of Haines, Alaska, where mountains rise high from the coastal fjords, the oceans teem with wildlife and rivers flow from glacial waters. Your Forest Therapy Guide is certified by the Association of Nature and Forest Therapy. You will be fully immersed in the healing energy of the forest by connecting deeply with your senses. Forest Therapy is more than a simple walk in the woods; it's a journey of self-discovery, a meditation in motion and communion with nature.
Your experience
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Alaska Nature Immersion leads Forest Therapy Tours in small groups with knowledgeable guides in the beautiful lush and serene forests of Haines, Alaska. Inspired by the Japanese practice of Shinrin-Yoku, or Forest Bathing, you are guided on an experience of sensory awareness, self discovery, renewal and connection with nature. This is a perfect way for you to unwind and recharge from the demands of your fast-paced, constantly connected lives. The guide will greet you at the Cruise Ship Dock in Haines and we will walk a mostly flat half mile to the Portage Cove Park. Here we will begin the Forest Therapy session in the forest, field and waterfront of this beautiful park. After the session, we will walk back to the Cruise Ship Dock together. Our guides are certified through the Association of Nature and Forest Therapy, and are fully trained in wilderness first aid. The tour is 3 hours and the maximum number of clients per tour is 10. Private tours can also be arranged.
What’s included
- Tea and coffee
Meeting and pickup
There is a small parking area next to the Portage Cove State Recreation Area sign.
Before you go
- Service animals allowed
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Participants must be comfortable walking 1/2 mile from the Cruise Ship dock to the site. In addition, participants must be able to walk on uneven terrain (roots, rocks, wooded trails)
- The tour operates rain or shine. It is important for participants to dress for the weather. Participants will be sitting still for periods of time, so extra layers are necessary.
- A stool will be provided for seating comfort during the tour.
- Not recommended for travelers with mobility issues
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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