Awaken & Bloom – growth, vitality, new beginnings, the rainforest coming alive after winter.

FINAL PLACE AVAILABLE UNTIL WEDNESDAY 16/09/26

TRIP RATING: MODERATE (Grade 4, 10-12km walks)

Perched 800 metres above sea level in Lamington National Park, just 1 hour west of the Gold Coast, Binna Burra is surrounded by ancient rainforest, towering trees, breathtaking lookouts, and lush green trails. Step from your safari tent into the calm of the forest and immerse yourself in an all-inclusive weekend of guided rainforest hiking, sunrise yoga, nourishing meals, meaningful connection with nature, and time to simply breathe.

Celebrate the arrival of spring as the rainforest awakens with fresh energy and new growth. The Spring Equinox is a time of renewal, balance, and new beginnings. Throughout the weekend, you'll embrace the changing season with guided hikes, sunrise yoga, mindful nature practices, and a special Spring Equinox fire ceremony- a chance to honour the season ahead, reflect on what you wish to cultivate, and gather under the stars with a beautiful community of women.

Whether you're seeking adventure, rest, or simply time outdoors, this retreat offers the perfect balance of hiking, relaxation, ritual, and connection in one of Australia's most beautiful rainforest landscapes.

This retreat you have the option to either BYO or hire- linen, yoga props and camp dining sets. This is to keep the retreat costs lower to provide a more affordable retreat. Secure your place with a $250 non-refundable deposit.

TRIP RATING: MODERATE (Grade 4, 10-12km walks)

• Bushwalking experience isn’t required, a good level of walking fitness is recommended

• You will be walking pack free (day packs only)

• The trails are mostly undulating, with some steep and rocky sections

• The length of the trails will be 8-13kms / 3-5hrs walking (depending on speed of group)

• Please ensure you have some hill walking experience, please build this into your walking routine in preparation for the retreat

• If you have injuries or medical conditions please ensure you inform us and have clearance from your healthcare practitioner with a management and preparation plan in place leading up to the retreat

• Trip rating: Easy-Moderate

• Read Nature Ritual Terms & Conditions and complete the Nature Ritual Risk Warning and Waiver of Liabilitybefore booking

• Itinerary and price subject to change at any time

• Travel Insurance is recommended. Get a quote from a travel insurance provider like Covermore (Nature Ritual has no affiliation). Ambulance cover for the state you reside is mandatory.

• Note weather, group member welfare and a range of circumstances outside our control can mean last minute changes to our itinerary are necessary once on tour/retreat.  All walks are completed as a group.

• Outdoor leaders are certified in Wilderness First-Aid and carry a group first-aid kit, emergency communications device, emergency documentation and equipment

• Please contact us before booking any flights. Depending on flight arrival and departure times extra nights accommodation may be required at own expense

• Transport to and from the retreat is not included

• A minimum number of travellers are required for this trip to depart so ask someone to join you. If minimum numbers aren’t reached, we may decide to still go or we will provide a full refund

• If this trip departs during Fire Ban Season – last minute changes to our itinerary or walking days may be required for safety reasons

• Rooming is in safari tents (twin share). There may be an option of triple share if you have advised us that this is ok with you

• If you have additional needs please connect with us, we’re committed to being inclusive and accessible

Lotus is a Nature Connection Mentor, Yoga and Meditation Teacher, and professionally trained Outdoor Leader specialising in bushwalking. Through Nature Ritual, she creates guided hiking adventures, tours and retreats that help women reconnect with nature, slow down from busy lives, and rediscover their strength and clarity in the outdoors.

With a deep love of nature and years of global and local hiking experience, Lotus brings together mindful movement, nature connection practices, and supportive community to create meaningful and transformative experiences outdoors.