The Human Nature Quest with Carine Roth
18-23 May 2026. We start with a lunch at 12 pm and end at lunch 12 pm.
Do you feel that a lot is happening in your life and you wish for time to process, for perspective and direction? Are you longing for connection with yourself and nature?
If these questions resonate with you, The Human Nature Quest can be a fitting time out.
There is nothing to achieve here. The invitation is simple: allow yourself to fully meet this moment. During this week, you will sink into presence, supported by the land and by an experienced rites of passage guide - Carine Roth.
From that quieter place, you may reconnect with your inner compass, a direction, a purpose, a meaning. This is a shift from living in a reactive mode to living with clearer choice.
Carine carries a simple teaching she received years ago from Meredith Little, co-founder of the School of Lost Borders, and it sets the tone for the whole retreat:
Be authentic. Keep it simple. Trust the ceremony.
This is not a fitness trip, and it is not a “learn plants and landmarks” hike.
It is guided inner work in nature, held through simple practices, mindful walking, council circles, silence, and a small group container that feels safe and mature.
What you will get out of it:
Clarity on a life question you have been carrying
Space to reset your nervous system, sleep deeper, and think more cleanly
Stronger self-leadership, less second guessing, more direction
A felt connection to land, body, and intuition, not just ideas
A practical next step you can bring back into normal city life
The heart of the week is a 24-hour SOLO time in nature.
You will be prepared for it, and supported by the team staying nearby (out of sight). SOLO is a held and intentional part of the process, designed to reduce outside input so you can listen deeply. Many people experience this as the turning point of the week, where things become simple and honest.
What SOLO means in practice?
You will be in your own spot in the forest, in solitude
No tent, max a tarp if needed. The aim is simple shelter and direct contact with the elements
No gadgets during SOLO: no phone, no music, no input
Fasting is recommended during SOLO, as a traditional way to sharpen attention and make the experience clearer
Safety is taken seriously. You are never “left”, you are held in a clear container
Spending time alone in nature, often with fasting, is a tradition that spans human history. Across cultures, people have marked major life transitions through vision quests and solo time in the wilderness, not to escape life, but to meet it more directly, then return with clarity and guidance.
Preparation, safety, and practicalities
You will learn what you need to feel safe and comfortable for SOLO, including how the solo container works, simple ways to regulate yourself, and how to work with fear, boredom, and weather.
You will receive a detailed packing list after registration. You bring your own personal gear based on that list.
How the week is held
Arrival and orientation: landing, intentions, group agreements, safety
Guided practices: nature-based reflection, sensory awareness, movement, quiet walks
Council circles: story, listening, and honest speaking, without pressure
SOLO: preparation, 24 hours alone in the forest, and integration afterwards
Mirroring of each person’s story (deep listening and reflection in the circle)
Closing and integration: what you learned, what changes, what you will do next
Food
Food will be provided. Expect freshly cooked vegetarian meals with a gentle Indian cuisine touch.
If you have allergies or dietary needs, please email us after you register so we can adapt where possible.
Sleeping setup
Base near a lodge-cabin (practical home point)
Tents for most nights
SOLO time in your own spot in the forest (no tent, tarp only if needed)
About your guide, Carine Roth
Carine is a Swiss eco-therapist and rites of passage guide, trained in nature and forest therapy. She brings clear structure, warmth, humor, and deep respect for both modern life and earth-based ceremony.
After registration
More details will be shared after registration, including the location, meeting point and transport, daily rhythm, packing list, and what to expect for SOLO.
Price:
19 500,00 kr