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Bryony Firth-Bernard

What’s land snorkelling: a different way to hike with surprising cognitive benefits

A woman land snorkelling through long grass.

We all know what snorkelling in the sea is, but have you heard of land snorkelling? Thankfully, this new hiking trend doesn’t require a pair of flippers or a snorkel; it’s all about slowing yourself down, wandering through nature, and having full awareness of your surroundings.

It’s a refreshing take on fast-paced outdoor activities, like speed hiking and fastpacking, especially as we live in a world where we’re often fixated on end goals and driven by instant gratification. With land snorkelling, it’s all about the journey, not the destination.

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