24 hours of Nature
Highlights
1 Day - 24 hours
On demand
Nellekensbos
Meerbeke
Belgium
€ 125
4-6 participants
Exploring
Wilderness Skills
Reflection
Autonomy
Awareness
Creativity
Feeling exhausted from your hectic schedule? Craving some tranquil time away from societal pressures? Miss being in the forest? Join us for this 24-hours of nature experience in the beautiful Meetjesland near Meerbeke. Step away from the digital hustle and immerse yourself in the vibrant colors and aroma's of the early spring forest. Come to reset and feel alive!
On this experience, we'll spend 24 hours in nature focussing on exploring, wilderness skills, and reflective moments. Learn how to make a professional fire, set up a tarp, filter water and become more self-sustainable. Can you brave a night with just a tarp, fire steel, and compass as your essentials?
While on trail, we'll reawaken your senses and deepen your awareness to the natural world. Delve into forest bathing as you decode the language of nature. We'll finish our day with a savory meal by our bonfire, where we'll reflect on our journey and mark a connected to nature path forward.
Whether you are a seasoned nature enthusiast or new to the wilderness, this 24-hour challenge is your chance to rediscover the basics, feel empowered, energized, and free. Come join us and forge a deep connection to your nature.
Practical Info
Dates: Available on demand
Duration: 24 hours, from 11:00 AM to 11:00 AM the next day
Location: Nellekensbos, Meerbeke, Belgium
Activities: Hiking, wilderness skills, forest bathing, and bonfire
Focus: Find peace and autonomy by spending 24 hours in the outdoors
Team: 4-6 participants to ensure a personalized experience
Price: € 125
Included
A curated 24-hour program with active, creative, and reflective activities in nature
Camping, hiking and exploring the forest
Full-time guidance by a Dutch & English speaking wilderness guide
Introduction wilderness skills (Fire & shelter)
Forest bathing, nature awareness, bonfire stories
Packed lunch, dinner and breakfast, as well as coffee and tea
Use of terrain and equipment during the activities
Excluded
Transport to/from meeting point
Other (alcoholic) beverages
Rental gear
Nice To Know
For You?
This activity is suitable for adults who:
can walk 10 kms in the forest (full day with plenty of rest breaks)
want to disconnect from societal pressure and reconnect to nature
want to sleep under a night sky with nothing other than a tarp
want to learn, get creative, and become more independent in the great outdoors
Bring Your
Small backpack to carry items for 1 overnight stay
Tarp/Tent (available for rent)
Sleeping pad & sleeping bag (available for rent)
--> Detailed packing list will follow once you have signed up
On-site Facilities
We operate on a bivouac site in Meerbeke, which is easily accessible by car. There is no electricity and wifi available, however a dry compost toilet, water and fireplace are. Our goal is to spend as much time outside, away from common privilege and comfort.
Daily Schedule
Day 1:
Arrive at 11.00 at our meeting point (parking available)
Introduction
Explorative walk in the forest
Train your senses and awareness in nature
Lunch
Wilderness and interpretative hike
Camp setup, with shelter, water and fire basics
Evening dinner by the campfire
Optional stargazing and night forest exploration
Day 2:
Rise with the sounds of the forest, and enjoy a nature breakfast at the bivouac site
Closing and check-out
Return home at 11:00 with a revitalized connection to nature
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: How physically demanding is the hiking portion? 💪
A: We hike up to 10 km.
Q: What's the accommodation like? ⛺
A: This is a bivouac night, where you sleep under the moonlit night sky and go back to basics. It's part of the experience to immerse yourself fully in nature.
Q: What equipment do I need? 🥾
A: Essentials include sturdy hiking boots, weather-appropriate clothing, a sleeping bag, a mattress, a tarp, and personal hygiene items. A detailed packing list will be provided upon booking. Rental equipment is available.
Q: Are meals provided? 🍲🥘🥖
A: Yes, all meals are included. At arrival you receive a packed lunch to take on the hike. Dinner is prepared à la outdoor cooking with the group. In the morning we have a fresh breakfast before you go back home. You can indicate your food allergies and preferences in our questionnaire.
Q: What are the question list that I was asked to fill in before departure?
A: Our health questionnaire is essential to understand your well-being. Our insights list is intended to understand your interest and goals. We do not share any information with third parties.
Q: Will we have free time to do our own things?
A: Yes, despite an action-packed weekend, we are above all also just being in nature. Our program is flexible and allows participants to chart their own path. We set the stage, but we co-create the experience together, which yields the most impactful results.
Meet Your Guide
Giles is an empathic globetrotter, nature enthousiast, and forever learner. After obtaining his doctorate in cancer research, he shifted his career and found his way back to nature through outdoor training and travel. Giles is currently a wilderness and safari guide with certifications across Europe and Southern Africa. He creates tailor-made wilderness experiences, where survival skills and experiential learning empower you to rediscover yourself in nature.
Giles’ motto is: "Find Your Nature"
Giles Vermeire
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