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Emma R.
Toronto
September 2026
Genuinely different from a normal walk — the slow pace forced me to actually notice things.
NewVerified partner1.5 hrsNature & ForestRelaxReconnect
Guided Forest Bathing
Old-growth pine forest trail, Kullu ValleyBy Himalayan Stillness Lodge LLP5.0(1 review)
NewVerified partner1.5 hrsNature & ForestRelaxReconnect
Guided Forest Bathing
Old-growth pine forest trail, Kullu ValleyBy Himalayan Stillness Lodge LLP5.0(1 review)
- Duration
- 1.5 hrs
- Location
- Old-growth pine forest trail, Kullu Valley
- Type
- Nature & Forest
- Cancellation
- Moderate
Overview
A slow, guided 90-minute Shinrin-yoku (forest bathing) walk through old-growth pine forest.
The Story
Adapted from the Japanese Shinrin-yoku tradition, this isn't a hike — pace is deliberately slow, with the guide pausing frequently for sensory exercises rather than covering distance.
What to Expect
A certified forest-therapy guide leads small groups (max 6) through a series of noticing exercises — tree touch, sound mapping, slow breathing at specific points along the trail.
Ideal For
Anyone, regardless of fitness level — this is explicitly not a workout.
What's Included
- Guided walk
- Herbal tea ceremony at trail's end
Led By
AT
Arjun Thakur
Certified forest-therapy guide, trained through the Association of Nature and Forest Therapy.
Where This Happens
Manali Pine Forest Wellness Lodge
Manali, Kullu Manali
Kullu Manali
Pine forests, river valleys, and mountain air — a destination built for movement-led retreats and genuine digital disconnection.
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Moderate cancellation
Full refund up to 7 days before check-in, 50% up to 3 days before.
₹1,800
per session
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