Accessibility

Event: Forest Bathing at the Adelaide Botanic Garden

General information

Contact name

Kathryn McIntosh

Contact number

0415 441 542

Travel instructions

All car parks are accessed off Hackney Road. The Hackney Road car parks are closest to the meeting point — use these to enter via the Hackney Gate. Parking is free on Sundays and public holidays. Alternatively, take the tram or bus to the Botanic Garden stop, 150m from the Main Gate.

Entry instructions

Enter via Hackney Gate, where the group will meet.

After entry instructions

Stay at Hackney Gate — this is the meeting point for the session.

Hazards

Forest bathing involves deep breathing, slow walking, standing, and sitting or lying in nature. Physical risks relate to walking on natural terrain with roots and branches. The practice can also bring up strong emotions as your body releases tension — this is a normal part of the experience.

Toilet location

Accessible toilets are located at the Noel Lothian Hall public toilets, near the meeting point.

Accessible parking

The Hackney Road car parks are closest to the meeting point, with access via the Hackney Gate. Parking is free on Sundays and public holidays.