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here’s no doubt we live in an age of constant rings, pings and brrrrings, distracting us from what is truly important: connecting with oneself. It has never been more important to learn how to take a step back from it all and have a moment of clarity – especially in breathtaking scenery. kunanyi/Mt Wellington will take your breath away in more ways than one on the Walk on kunanyi’s Wild Wellness Fire and Ice Walk tour. Along this intimate walking tour, you’ll learn about Hobart’s soaring icon beyond face value, discovering its history and unique flora and fauna. But you’ll also realise things about yourself, with a focus on self-reflection through guided meditation and journalling. Oh, and did we mention an icy dip in fresh alpine waters too? The 4km walking tour winds through the North West Bay River and follows the Cathedral Rock track to arrive at a secret locale for an icy awakening, be it a natural plunge pool, a mountain shower or a mountain-water bath. To brace yourself for a chilly plunge in the
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Tasmanian wilderness, you’ll follow the Wim Hof Breathing Method. Created by Dutch extreme athlete Wim ‘Iceman’ Hof, the method is about helping you realise your full potential, connection to others and with nature itself. Tour leader Piet, trained by Wim Hof himself, will guide you through specialised breathing techniques, cold therapy and the art of patience and dedication: the key pillars in heightening oxygen levels. Advocates claim the method can reduce stress levels, increase energy and heighten focus and creativity. And perhaps most handy for high-altitude walks, greater tolerance to freezing temperatures. After the dip, regain warmth with a guided journalling session by a log fire. And to help warm up the insides? A hearty Tassie fare of gourmet burgers and East Coast cheeses to feed the soul. Reason enough to take a walk on the wild side. Plan Walk on kunyani hosts both short and full-day walking tours year-round. Find one that suits you at walkonkunanyi.com.au
Words: Julia D’Orazio Photo: Chris Crerar
Want to get away from daily distractions, out into nature and work on self reflection? Julia D’Orazio discovers a tour that’s made for you.
