Waite Arboretum Guided Tour

Come take a walk where you will find the natural flow all around you - the flow of air through branches, the flow of birds gliding among the canopies and the flow of scents from blooming trees and scented leaves. And as you walk, feel the slower flow of the seasons in the changing colours, buds ready to burst, vivid blossoms and the quiet dormancy of some of our trees. In the arboretum, nature’s flow always surrounds - and gently captures you. Don’t miss this opportunity!

The Waite Arboretum is one of South Australia’s most important collections of trees. Specimens are planted over 25 hectares of land in Urrbrae, South Australia. The collection comprises of over 2,500 tree specimens growing under natural annual rainfall and demonstrates the performance of a range of Australian and exotic trees to the local environment of Adelaide. The Waite Arboretum is a repository for rare and endangered species playing an important role in the conservation of species that have a very restricted natural distribution. It inspires a deeper appreciation for trees and their vital role in our environment. Friendly volunteer guides will share insights to enrich visitors' connection with the trees around them.

Max. 20 people; if children are present, they must be accompanied and supervised by an adult at all times.

The pathway in the arboretum is unformed and the ground is uneven, sturdy closed shoes are recommended. Please ensure weather appropriate clothing is worn. Water fountains are not available in the arboretum, please bring your own water bottle.

Urrbrae House is located on the Waite campus of the University of Adelaide at Urrbrae. 

PARKING: free parking is available in the Urrbrae House carpark on Walter Young Avenue, Urrbrae. Other parking sites can be found on Waite Road, Gate 3 or on Claremont Ave between Rentoul Ave and Waite Road. For directions on how to arrive to the Waite Arboretum please visit: https://www.adelaide.edu.au/waite-historic/visitor-information/how-to-get-there 

CANCELLATION: in case of a thunderstorm, heavy rain or if the forecasted temperature for the day is 35°C or above or if a Total Ban for Adelaide Metropolitan and/or Mt. Lofty Ranges, is declared, the tours of the Waite Arboretum are cancelled (check the Bureau of Meteorology website/app).