Vision Quest - Nature-Based Experiences
A profound rite of passage in nature
In our fast-paced world, it’s easy to lose touch with our true selves.
A Vision Quest offers something rare: time to step away from everyday life and listen to your inner voice.
Rooted in ancient rites of passage, the Quest invites deep personal transformation through solitude, fasting, and connection with the natural world.
Is this for you?
You may feel drawn to a Vision Quest if you are:
At a crossroads, seeking clarity about your future path
Yearning to live more authentically, in alignment with your deepest values
Entering a new phase of life, ready to embrace your role as elder and contributor
Carrying a big question that ordinary routines can’t answer
Whatever your motivation, the Quest provides a unique space to reconnect with your life purpose through the wisdom of nature. It also reflects my broader ThriveSpan approach, which sees later life as a journey where purpose, wellbeing, and reflection come together.
The journey
A Vision Quest unfolds in three stages:
Severance
Three days at base camp with a small group. This is a time of letting go — of habits, preconceptions, and daily comforts. You’ll learn earth-awareness practices and take part in ceremonies such as the death lodge and purpose circle, opening yourself to new possibilities.
Threshold
The heart of the Quest: four days and nights alone in nature, fasting with water only. With no books, phones, or clocks, nature becomes your guide. In the quiet, reflection deepens and new vision can emerge.
Incorporation
Back at base camp, you share your story with the group. As guides, we listen deeply and mirror the themes we hear, helping you integrate your experience and prepare to carry it into daily life.
Practical details
Length
10 days — Arrive Friday afternoon for a 1000 Saturday start.
Format
3 days’ preparation, 4-day solo fast, 2 days integration
Food
Breakfast and evening meals at base camp; water and hot drinks throughout
Fee
£950 (includes £250 non-refundable deposit to secure your place)
About your guide
I bring over 30 years’ experience as a psychologist and extensive training in Vision Quest facilitation. I apprenticed with David Wendl Berry, the first to guide Vision Quests in the UK, and continue to support him in his work.
My focus is on supporting people in midlife and beyond, drawing on my research into meaningful ageing. I also welcome adults of all ages who are navigating transition. Nature has been my greatest teacher. Through psychology, deep imagery, and rites-of-passage training, I guide with care, authenticity, and respect for the traditions that shape this work.
Ready to begin your journey?
Join our next Vision Quest:
Saturday 6 June to Sunday 14 June 2026
Saturday 18 July to Sunday 26 July 2026
A Vision Quest is more than a retreat: it is a transformative journey that can ripple through every aspect of your life. If you feel called, I invite you to reach out. We can discuss your motivations and any questions you may have, to ensure the timing feels right.