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HEALING HIKES

There comes a time when life starts to feel louder than you’d like.

The constant doing, holding, and managing slowly fills the space where ease used to live.

Life’s transitions, whether in work, identity, or personal season, can leave even the most grounded among us feeling scattered.

At some point, something inside begins to whisper, “I just need to breathe.”

Healing Hikes are your chance to listen to that whisper.

A Healing Hike helps you come back to yourself through the quiet companionship of nature and community. You will move through the forest, but more importantly, through your own thoughts and sensations until you find steadiness again.

A Wellbeing Wander, Not a Fitness Challenge

These are not destination-driven hikes. Think of them as wellbeing wanders, gentle journeys that invite you to slow down, reconnect, and find your own rhythm again.

You do not need to be a seasoned hiker to join. All levels of fitness and experience are welcome. The pace is steady and mindful, shaped by the group and the moment.Sometimes we move slowly. Sometimes we pause often. Both are part of the practice.

If you are open to walking mindfully, breathing deeply, and letting the forest set the pace, this space is for you.Experienced hikers are also welcome if what you are seeking is a softer, more connection-focused experience rather than a physical challenge.

What Makes Healing Hikes Different

This is not just a walk.It is a mindful, guided journey designed to bring balance to body, mind, and spirit.Each hike blends:Guided mindfulness and reflection practicesSpace for conversation and stillnessA tea and snack break surrounded by nature

What You’ll Experience

Nature ImmersionBreathe in the calm of Newlands Forest. Let your senses wake up as you walk beneath ancient trees and open sky.

Silent WalkingMove without words for a while. Notice what reveals itself when you stop needing to fill the space.

Natural MindfulnessSimple grounding practices that bring you back to presence, guided by your breath, your body, and the rhythm of the earth beneath you.

Gentle ConnectionShare moments and silence with others who understand what it feels like to seek calm, clarity, and something more real than the daily rush.

The DetailsDuration: 3 to 4 hoursDistance: About 7km of varied terrain (moderate pace with pauses)Location: Newlands Forest, Cape TownIncludes:Certified mountain guidance with Level 3 First AidMindfulness facilitation by Natural Mindfulness Guides (Mike and Jo)Nourishing tea and snack breakPre-event email with all details and directions

Who It’s For

Healing Hikes are for those navigating change, visible or invisible.For the quietly restless.For those who appear fine on paper but feel tired in spirit.If you have been:Feeling disconnected or uncertain about what’s nextLonging for calm without collapseWanting to reconnect with something deeper without needing to fix yourself

Then this space was made for you.You do not need to be outdoorsy.You only need to be open.

Meet Your Guides

Michael and Jo HolmwoodMichael is a certified mountain guide, life guide, and natural mindfulness facilitator. Jo is a sleep coach and Yoga Nidra practitioner.Together, they walk this path alongside you, bringing an intuitive presence that creates a gentle, grounded space for reflection and healing.Healing Hikes began as their own practice for balance and well-being, and have since become a shared way of helping others reconnect with what truly matters.

The Research is ClearTime in nature can:Reduce stress and anxietyImprove mood and focusBoost creativity and calmStrengthen overall well-being

What People Say

“A beautifully put together session that eases you gently and fully into the forest experience. The naturally peaceful atmosphere of the forest left me feeling relaxed, refreshed, and revived. Thank you, Michael and Jo, for a wonderful few hours, the effects of which I am still feeling days after the event.” — Bonny

“What an incredible experience! A truly magical way to start the day.” — Emily

“At first, I was apprehensive about a walk in the forest needing a guide, but this session really surprised me. It was so lovely being properly guided on how to use our senses to get back in touch with our natural surroundings. I left the forest feeling calmer and clearer. Highly recommended.” — Lizzie

Your Invitation

If any of this stirred something in you, follow that nudge.Come walk awhile.

Click the Green Button to Reserve Your Spot on the Next Healing Hike(Limited spots per group to keep it spacious and grounded)