Nature therapy: Forest bathing and animal observation
Slow down, embrace your senses and re-connect with nature during a guided forest bathing and animal observation experience at Adelaide Zoo. We have combined the traditional meditative elements of Shinrin Yoku (Forest Bathing) with the opportunity to stop, observe and connect with the inquisitive and calming nature of our animals.
You will be met at the zoo before the gates open to public by a Nature Therapist and Forest Bathing guide to lead you on a slow-paced, peaceful wander around the botanical oasis. You will experience a new level of connection with nature through a series of carefully considered invitations and opportunities to completely immerse yourself in the lush environment.
To uniquely enhance the experience we have designed our walking route to maximise opportunities for observing the joyful and therapeutic nature of the beautiful animals.
The experience will conclude with a traditional Shinrin Yoku tea ceremony before you are free to explore Adelaide Zoo at your own leisure, feeling refreshed, restored and connected to nature, in nature.
| Member | Non-member |
| Pricing | $90 | $110 |
Saturday 8 October
During Nature Festival
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Saturday 22 October
During WellFest
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Details
- Time: 7.30am (required to arrive and check in at 7.15am)
- Age: Participants must be 15 years or older
- Accessibility: Experience is wheelchair accessible
What’s included
- Rare chance to enter Adelaide Zoo before opening to the general public
- Guided walk, led by a Nature Therapist and Forest Bathing Guide (Bronwyn Paynter)
- Small group, maximum 16 people
- Tea ceremony
- Freedom to explore the zoo at your own leisure after the experience is finished
What to bring
- Early mornings can be fresh, so light layers are recommended (October weather can vary from 9 – 24 degrees)
- Comfortable shoes
- As you are free to explore the zoo after the experience, bring with you what you would need to enjoy a day at the zoo (Items can be stored and then retrieved after the experience)
*A separate confirmation email will be sent to you closer to the event date and confirm timings, exactly meeting location with map, weather and what to bring.
