ANFT accredited forest therapy guideTea and snacksNot IncludedFerry between Auckland and Waiheke (book here)Additional catering

Waiheke Meeting Point: The guide can meet your group at Matiatia ferry terminal or join you at another agreed meeting location on Waiheke Island. Final meeting arrangements should be confirmed before travel, particularly when the walk forms part of a larger meeting, retreat or incentive itinerary.Minimum number of tour participants: 4

Comfortable shoesSunglasses, hat, sunscreenRaincoat (depending on the forecast)WaterMoney for wine tasting and food

Cancellation & Refund

More than 7 days before the tour: A 10% fee will be deducted.**Between 7 days and 48 hours before the tour: A 30% fee unless rebooking*Within 48 hours of the tour starting: No refundCancellation fees apply to both individuals and the entire group. Any change in numbers may require a re-quote.Note: **Any refund approved under our terms and conditions will be subject to a 5% admin & processing fee, which will be deducted from the refund amount. Please see more information on refunds and cancellations in Go New Zealand's terms and conditions.

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Private Waiheke Island Forest Bathing Walk

North Island

Terra & Tide

from

NZ$477

per adult

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Tranquil scene during a private forest therapy session in New Zealand’s native bush

Experiences

Hiking & Walking

Half-Day Tours

North Island

Start: Waiheke Ferry Terminal

Locations: Waiheke Island, Auckland

Travel Time: 3 hours

Difficulty: 1

Minimum Age: 15

This private three-hour forest bathing walk on Waiheke Island combines gentle walking, guided sensory invitations and mindful pauses in nature. An ANFT-accredited guide tailors the session for groups of four or more, including friends, corporate teams and incentive groups. Tea and snacks are included, while Auckland ferry fares must be arranged separately.

Guided Forest Bathing on Waiheke Island

Slow movement and a series of guided invitations encourage participants to become more present through sight, sound, touch and smell. The experience is not a conventional hike, and the emphasis is on mindful attention rather than distance, speed or physical challenge.

The session concludes with a tea ceremony, providing time to reflect and integrate the experience before continuing with the rest of the day.

Gabrielle during a private forest therapy session in New Zealand, surrounded by native forest

Person walking mindfully through native forest during a private forest therapy session

Group participating in a private forest therapy session, walking together in native bush

Native forest on Waiheke Island with views toward the sea during a bush to beach nature walk

Participant engaging in a private forest therapy walk through serene native bush

Native bush meeting vineyard rows on Waiheke Island under open skies

Peaceful moment captured during a private forest therapy session in native New Zealand forest

Private Forest Bathing for Groups and Teams

The walk is suitable for groups of friends, corporate teams and incentive groups. Activities can be shaped around the needs of the group and may also reflect themes from a meeting, team session or wider wellbeing programme.

A minimum of four participants applies, and the private format keeps the experience centred on your group.

Forest Bathing Walk Highlights

Private three-hour Waiheke Island experience
ANFT-accredited forest bathing guide
Gentle walking and guided sensory invitations
Mindfulness and quiet reflection
Tailored format for private groups
Suitable for friends, teams and incentive groups
Closing tea ceremony
Tea and light snacks included

The experience is led by an accredited nature and forest bathing guide. Terra & Tide owner Gabrielle Young is also a wellness coach with more than 25 years of experience designing and facilitating leadership, team development and wellbeing programmes in New Zealand and internationally.

ANFT accredited forest therapy guide
Tea and snacks

Not Included

Ferry between Auckland and Waiheke (book here)
Additional catering

Waiheke Meeting Point: The guide can meet your group at Matiatia ferry terminal or join you at another agreed meeting location on Waiheke Island. Final meeting arrangements should be confirmed before travel, particularly when the walk forms part of a larger meeting, retreat or incentive itinerary.
Minimum number of tour participants: 4

Comfortable shoes
Sunglasses, hat, sunscreen
Raincoat (depending on the forecast)
Water
Money for wine tasting and food

More than 7 days before the tour: A 10% fee will be deducted.**
Between 7 days and 48 hours before the tour: A 30% fee unless rebooking*
Within 48 hours of the tour starting: No refund
Cancellation fees apply to both individuals and the entire group. Any change in numbers may require a re-quote.

Note: **Any refund approved under our terms and conditions will be subject to a 5% admin & processing fee, which will be deducted from the refund amount. Please see more information on refunds and cancellations in Go New Zealand's terms and conditions.

Frequently asked questions

Forest bathing is a slow, guided nature experience that uses sensory activities and mindful pauses to help participants become more present in their surroundings. It is not a fitness walk or a conventional guided hike.

The session concludes with tea and light snacks, providing a final shared pause at the end of the forest bathing experience.

The guide can meet guests at Matiatia ferry terminal or at another agreed Waiheke Island location.

Yes. The private format suits corporate teams, incentive groups and wellbeing programmes. Activities can be tailored around the purpose or themes of the group’s wider session.

Walking is gentle and completed at a slow pace, with regular stops for sensory invitations and reflection. The focus is on awareness and connection with nature rather than distance.

Departure Dates

Suggested session times are:

Morning: 9.30 am–12.30 pm
Afternoon: 1.00 pm–4.00 pm

For a morning session, we recommend the 9.00 am ferry from Downtown Auckland. The ferry crossing takes approximately 35 minutes. Current ferry schedules should still be checked before travel.