Photo SOWL Luontohyvinvointi / Nature Wellbeing (c) Kaisu Maijala

Archipelago Forest Bathing Experience in English

Ehrenströmintie 3, 00140 Helsinki

Forest bathing (shinrin-yoku, a.k.a. forest therapy) was developed in Japan in the 1980’s.

Forest bathing (shinrin-yoku, a.k.a. forest therapy) was developed in Japan in the 1980’s. It is an evidence-based, mindfulness-related practice that enhances the health effects of nature and promotes relaxation, reduces stress and improves the immune system.

Meet your guide at the Ullanlinnanlaituri Pier and hop on the boat to Harakka Island, where the guide will prompt you to do relaxing sensory, breathing and mindfulness practices to help you feel more present and alive.  Afterwards  there will be served Finnish snacks and wild berry shots at a seaside fireplace.

 

Departure from Ullanlinnanlaituri Pier heading for Harakka Island

4.-29.9.2023

Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri 13.45-17.00

Admission fee 79€ + boat ticket 6,50€, duration of the trip approx. 3 h, the route approx. 1 km

 

Take a filled water bottle with you, min. age 18 yrs, the tour is in english

After the excursion, it's possible to explore independently without extra cost the Harakka Nature Center, the small Baltic sea aquarium, the history exhibition, and the Artists' Island art exhibition in various parts of the island.