Stride after Stillness

Immerse yourself in the calm of Royal National Park with guided forest bathing and a gentle, mindful hike. Pause for a picnic lunch, connect with like-minded women, and leave feeling refreshed, grounded and inspired.

🏞️ Royal National Park 📍 Meeting Point: St Ives Village Shops (exact spot will be emailed upon booking) 📅 Date: February 7, 2025

🕘 Time: 7.30am - 5:30pm (back to St Ives by 5.30pm is the plan) 📏 Distance: Approx. 2-3km Forest Bath + 6km hike

👣 Group Size: 4 - 6 participants

✨ Highlights

• Guided forest bathing session with tea ceremony • Mindful, creative hike with photo prompts • Picnic lunch halfway through the trail • Travel in comfort with the Seek Sista shuttle • Small, supportive group of 6 women max

📖 Full Description

Join us for a soulful day of stillness and movement in Royal National Park. We'll begin with a guided forest bathing session, allowing you to slow down, connect with nature, and breathe deeply in a peaceful canopy. A gentle yet mindful 6 km hike follows - spiced with creative photo prompts and reflective stops along the way. Mid-trail, enjoy a beautifully curated picnic lunch, served in a spot that invites lingering, reflection and great conversation. Then, with spirits lifted, head home relaxed, re-centered and connected in the Seek Sista Shuttle Van (if you've opted in).

✅ Inclusions

• Forest bathing experience with Nature Being (Alex Stewart) • Scenic 6km guided hike with mindfulness and photography tips • Picnic lunch from a local café (included in pricing) • Return Shuttle Van Cost to St Ives Village Shops (for Plus Perks members only)

❌ Exclusions

• Personal snacks, additional beverages, or special dietary picnic requests

• Travel insurance (recommended but not included)

⚠️ Not Suitable For

• People with mobility impairments • People with pre-existing medical conditions • Children under 18 years

👋 Meet your Forest Bathing Guide

Nature Being Australia offers guided forest bathing walks in Sydney’s Royal National Park — immersive experiences that help you slow down, tune in and reconnect with nature. Rooted in the Japanese tradition of Shinrin-yoku, these walks blend mindfulness, sensory exploration and calm to reduce stress, lift your mood and renew your sense of well-being.

IMPORTANT INFO

🎒What to Bring

• 1.5–2L of water • Hiking shoes with good grip • Hiking poles (recommended)

• Hat and sunscreen • A small daypack for your essentials

• A mug for your cup of coffee or tea • Smartphone for photos.

🌦️ Know Before You Go

• The forest floor may be uneven • We’ll pause frequently for mindfulness and photo exercises • If the weather is poor, we’ll confirm any changes 24 hours ahead.

📑 Minimum Group Size & Cancellation Policy

Minimum group: The event will proceed with a minimum of 4 participants. If the minimum is not met, Seek Sista will contact you at least 48 hours before the event to offer a full refund or transfer to another date.

• Full refund: Cancellations made 7 days or more before the event.

• 50% refund: Cancellations made 3–6 days before the event.

• No refund: Cancellations made less than 3 days before the event or no-shows.

• Event postponement: If the event is cancelled by Seek Sista due to weather, track conditions, or safety concerns, participants will receive a full refund or the option to transfer to a new date.

  
  

  All cancellations must be communicated via email to kirsty@seeksista.com.au
  

✍️ Waiver & Pre-Trip Details

After booking, you’ll get an email with everything you need to know — including links to waiver forms to fill out before your experience to help keep everyone safe and cared for.