Refresh in a soothing soak in our natural hot springs. They boast an opportunity for outdoor relaxation and rejuvenation in a tranquil, idyllic setting. Their rich mineral-rich water, abundant in elements such as boron, calcium, potassium, iron, and magnesium, carries multiple health benefits. Unlike a simple hot tub, hot springs serve as a haven for holistic well-being.
In the serene mountain communities of the Kootenays, diverse wellness and spa services abound. Highlighted below are Spas and Nature Retreats providing unique wellness experiences. Get ready to embark on a journey and embrace the enchanting magic of health and happiness.
Elk View Lodge | Fernie
Begin your day with a personalized guided meditation or schedule a 30-minute Axiatonal Alignment Session to balance your meridian system. Experience the profound impact of Reiki or Music Medicine in alleviating tensions, pains, and stress. It is advised to book these sessions when making your reservation at the Elk View Lodge, optimizing your relaxation time during your ideal vacation. Explore our wide range of options to choose from or consider experiencing them all for a holistic approach to relaxation and wellness.
Himalaya Salt Cave | Nelson
Immerse yourself in a calming environment within the Himalaya Salt Cave, meticulously crafted from 5,443 kilos (12,000 pounds) of Himalayan salt. Each personalized session synchronizes halotherapy (dry salt therapy) and sound therapy for an all-encompassing therapeutic retreat focussed on your physical, mental, and spiritual wellness. Dating back to the 1800s, humans began crafting artificial salt caves, seeking to replicate the atmosphere of natural salt mines and harness their potential health benefits associated with breathing in the saline-infused air.
Kamu Sauna | East Kootenays
Experience the genuine Finnish wood-fired mobile sauna that’s making appearances throughout the East Kootenays. They provide both private and public sauna sessions combined with forest bathing experiences. Their mobile sauna allows you to privately reap the wellness advantages of sauna and hot-cold cycles alongside your family and friends, right at your preferred location.
Kootenay Forest Bathing | Nelson
Experience nature on a deeper level with Kootenay Forest Bathing. They offer guided engagements that allow you to slow down and appreciate the intricate details of the natural world. Delight in the unique spiral of a butterfly’s tongue, admire the reflection of the entire forest in a single dewdrop, immerse yourself in the symphony of a mountain stream, and bask in the sunlight-infused scent of lilacs. The sessions offer not just a solitary experience, but also create a shared harmony with nature amongst family, friends, and colleagues. Indulge in the unique opportunity to connect with nature and oneself in our breathtaking, naturally healing environments. Their practices are inspired by ‘Shinrin-Yoku’, a Japanese practice that literally translates to ‘Forest Bathing’, which promises rejuvenation through engaging the senses with the wonders of the forest.
Kootenay Sound Healing Centre | Nelson
Acutonics is an innovative, non-invasive system of vibrational medicine. It applies precision-calibrated tuning forks, which embody the orbital properties of celestial bodies such as the Earth, Moon, Sun and other planets. These tuning forks are strategically applied to acupuncture points and chakras, as well as other areas of discomfort on or above the body. The sound waves emitted by the forks penetrate deep into the body along energy pathways. They resonate with the body’s inherent frequencies, stimulating and balancing the body’s physical and subtle energy fields. This system, by the Kootenay Sound Healing Centre, promotes overall well-being, profound inner equilibrium, and fosters a sense of Harmonic Attunement®, otherwise known as a state of unity or oneness.
Natural Springs Spa | Fairmont Hot Springs Resort
At the Natural Springs Spa, they proudly offer an exceptional spa experience, which uniquely utilizes the resort’s abundant natural hot springs waters to provide unparalleled relaxation and rejuvenation. They take pleasure in providing spa services tailored to meet your unique needs, ensuring a thoroughly invigorating and serene experience. Their distinguished spa professionals utilize the natural, mineral-infused hot springs water in a variety of treatments (i.e., Himalayan Salt Stone Massage, Firm Pressure Massage, Mineral Soak/Moor Mud, Organic Body Scrub & more) to enhance your well-being.
Mountain Trek Health Reset Retreat | Mountain Trek Retreat & Health Spa in Ainsworth
Mountain Trek Health Reset Retreat, celebrated globally as a leading health retreat, offers a comprehensive, week-long rejuvenation regime designed to induce compelling transformation in your overall physical and mental health. Whether you’re contending with professional exhaustion, weight management, or simply longing for a recreational hiatus, Mountain Trek undoubtedly provides an invigorating solution. Their team, composed of over 40 health and wellness professionals, meticulously tailor every aspect of your experience to ensure it fulfills your individual health objectives. They facilitate the transformative health journey of no more than 16 guests at a time, guaranteeing dedicated service for each participant.
Pat Bavin Forest Walks | Invermere
A guided walk offers an exceptional experience that enables you to connect with nature at an unhurried pace. It is viewed as a wholesome activity that indulges all five senses, promoting mental tranquility. A professional guide, Pat Bavin, facilitates this walking journey, ensuring both mind and body remain peaceful and focused. As they unveil the richness of nature, you may experience sensations that invoke nostalgic memories or inspire novel insights. These guided walks serve as a strong sensory foundation that enhance your indoor and outdoor activities, encouraging restorative well-being.
Forest Bathing Retreat | Quantum Leaps Lodge & Retreats in Golden
In these challenging times, it becomes absolutely essential to establish an enduring connection with our own selves, those around us, and the natural world in a safe, enriching manner. Their exclusive weekend Forest Bathing Retreat with Quantum Leaps aims to rekindle your vitality and energy. Various studies assert that immersing yourself in the forest atmosphere through sensory experiences can fortify your immune system, reset your nervous system, enhance cognitive clarity and induce profound relaxation. Embarking on this journey may prove to be the most effective way to prioritize your mental, emotional, and physical wellbeing.
RED Mountain Spa | The Josie Hotel in Rossland
They are pleased to introduce their established wellness sessions in the mountainous terrain of Rossland at The Josie Hotel. The fitness centre is primed to provide challenging exercises while their spa focuses on the holistic approach to wellness, incorporating both international and local beauty treatments aimed to rejuvenate both mind and body. Absorb the tranquillity while preparing for your forthcoming adventures. Their glorious cedar barrel saunas, provide an optimal setting for muscle relaxation and improved circulation post-exercise, all while enjoying the splendid vista views of RED Mountain Resort.
The Sentinel | Kaslo
Experience a transformative journey at The Sentinel. Their approach combines the wisdom of nature with state-of-the-art practices to unlock your undeniable potential. They believe in the transformative power of self-discovery. Healing is a unique journey, and while they can’t dictate your path, you can count on us to facilitate your journey. With a carefully calibrated balance of support and challenge, they help catalyze breakthroughs and inspire new actions. This healing process is amplified when its catered to a supportive community.
The Spa | Halcyon Hot Springs Resort in Nakusp
The Resort advocates a focus on enhancing one’s lifestyle via preventative and restorative spa treatments and engagements. The Spa offers a variety of wellness packages to book during your stay, from Candlelight Yin Yoga with Stones & Sound Healing to Chakra Balancing/Sound Healing, to Body Wraps to Lavender Field Body Treatments to Body Scrubs & Facials and more.
The Spa | Island Lake Lodge in Fernie
Experience an array of spa treatments inspired by the landscape that encapsulates The Spa at Island Lake Lodge in Fernie. Encompassing six treatment rooms, a retail boutique, change rooms, a tranquil relaxation room, and an outdoor sauna, their deluxe lodge facility provides an ideal healing destination. They encourage you to relish the rustic ambiance of our outdoor area with a cup of tea, absorbing the stunning mountain views, both pre- and post-treatment.
Spirit Water Spa | Ainsworth Hot Springs Resort
Discover the tranquil haven of the Spirit Water Spa, where the art of massage synergizes with the inherent rejuvenation properties of traditional elements in their flagship therapies. The Spa presents an array of services, priding itself on luxurious massages, energy healing, detoxifying clay treatments, and extravagant body wraps. Every therapy is meticulously designed to enrich your hot springs experience. Let yourself revel in the comforting waters and perennial practices, emerging with a revived sense of physical, mental, and spiritual vitality.
Not to be missed is Ainsworth Hot Springs‘ horse-shaped cave! This memorable journey, enables you to navigate through their 59-metre (160-foot) cave. With strategically placed lighting guiding your footpath, you traverse through the waist-deep pool filled with mineral-rich hot water. Meticulously sculpted limestone stalactites create a stunning backdrop, and the misty air further amplifies the visual allure of this unique experience.
Wild Breathwork | Revelstoke
Introducing, Wild Breathwork, and their tailored, conscious, and connected breathwork experiences, meticulously designed to facilitate your journey towards equilibrium, healing, and self-discovery. Regardless of whether your objective is stress alleviation, resolution of emotional barriers, or personal growth, their sessions seamlessly integrate breathwork and transformational coaching to enhance your overall wellness.
In addition to these wellness retreats, we highly recommend exploring the websites of each community’s spa & wellness retreats/facilities – for further details about their services and offerings: Castlegar, Cranbrook, Columbia Valley, Creston Valley, Fernie, Golden, Kimberley, Nelson/Kootenay Lake, Revelstoke and Rossland.
