Forest Bathing - Cape Town

27/05/2026

Take refuge in your senses, open up
To all the small miracles you rushed through
Become inclined to watch the way of rain
When it falls slow and free
Imitate the habit of twilight,
Taking time to open the well of colour
That fostered the brightness of day.
Draw alongside the silence of stone
Until its calmness can claim you.
Be excessively gentle with yourself.

John O'Donohue - excerpt from 'For one who is exhausted, a Blessing'.

23/05/2026

Winter pallette in the forest💚 Awaken your senses with a Forest Bathing walk💚

18/05/2026

After days of lashing wind and rain - the soothing, healing sound of a mountain stream🩵
Some may say, the forgiveness of nature 💚

22/04/2026

08/04/2026

💚 Before the start of Term 2, staff from Children of Light Educare took to the tranquility of Newlands Forest immersing themselves in the sights, sounds and natural earthy fragrances of the forest.

Slowing down to awaken the senses gave space for them to experience the restorative effects of being in nature, inducing a gentle reminder that they need time to play as well 💚🌳

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30/03/2026

Forest Bathing on April 18, 19 & 25 in Newlands Forest 💚

25/03/2026

Spending time in direct contact with tree bark activates the parasympathetic nervous response, allowing your body to remember how to heal itself naturally 💚

Science has shown that the airborne chemical compounds, phytoncides and terpenes released by trees;
💚 boost the immune system
💚 lower cortisol levels
💚 lower blood pressure
💚 improve mood
💚 promote quality sleep
💚 reduce stress and anxiety

Reconnect and be inspired by Nature 💚

16/03/2026

Experience the deep calming effect of sitting under a Tree 💚🌳💕

To book a forestbathing experience click on the link in our bio 👆

11/01/2026

Forest Bathing boosts your physical and mental wellbeing🌳💚🌍. To book your forestbathing experience click on the link in our bio 👆

2026 in Newlands Forest on January 23 and 25!

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11/11/2025

Lessons from Trees 🌳
In nature, nothing is perfect and everything is perfect. Trees can be contorted, bent in weird ways, and they're still beautiful.
By Alice Walker