Wildlife Photographer of the Year | Quiet Sessions

Love Nature? Join us for the Wildlife Photographer of the Year exhibition Quiet Sessions!

Gaze through the lens of some of the world's best wildlife photographers and marvel at the beauty of our planet.

The world-renowned exhibition, on tour from the Natural History Museum in London, features exceptional images which capture fascinating animal behaviour, spectacular flora and landscapes, and the breath-taking diversity of the natural world.

In a world-first, the photographs will be displayed amongst a living botanical collection: the lush and leafy rainforest environment of the Bicentennial Conservatory within beautiful Adelaide Botanic Garden.

Using photography's unique emotive power, the images will inspire and astound, leaving you with a deeper understanding of the issues facing nature and the actions we need to take to protect it.

Attracting over two million people annually worldwide, Wildlife Photographer of the Year is renowned not only for its compelling imagery but also for the quality of its interpretation.

Launching in 1965, today the competition receives over 50,000 entries from all over the world, highlighting its enduring appeal.

With a record-breaking number of entries from 95 countries, the judges of the fifty-seventh Wildlife Photographer of the Year have had the toughest job yet.

Every entry was judged anonymously on its creativity, originality, and technical excellence by an international panel of industry experts.

Make a day of it! While you're in your botanic garden, we encourage you take the time to explore its iconic green pathways too - they are always revitalising.

About the Quiet Sessions
These Quiet Sessions are for anyone who would benefit from a quieter exhibition experience with fewer people and reduced sensory stimuli. 

View this exhibition in the calm and serene environment of the temperate rainforest housed within the Bicentennial Conservatory at Adelaide Botanic Garden. 

The Bicentennial Conservatory is a tranquil place displaying a lush canopy of trees with a lower walkway that winds across the undulating forest floor and an upper walkway which takes visitors into the canopy of trees and palms. 

These walkways will take you on a trail that is about 200m in length, and both walkways have full wheelchair access. During your visit you can expect natural lighting, natural soundscapes, no motorised equipment in this area and lowered visitation numbers of up to 40 people. 

The Exhibition will be displayed on Dibond prints and signage is plain, black font in 21pt body text and 16.9pt description text on a white background. 

The Garden will be open to the public as normal during these times. Please note that there is a flight path over the Garden.

We are grateful for suggestions of how we can continue to improve our experience for people who attend these quiet sessions. 

We look forward to welcoming you here soon!

Dates & Times: Multiple dates and times

Wednesday 8 November, 8:00am - 10:00am

Thursday 9 November, 4:00pm - 6:00pm

Wednesday 15 November, 8:00am - 10:00am

Thursday 16 November, 4:00pm - 6:00pm

The exhibition is open 29 September 2023 - 31 January 2024. More quiet session dates may be announced throughout the season.

Location: Bicentennial Conservatory, Adelaide Botanic Garden (C13 on the map).
Recommended entry is at the Northern End via the Conservatory Gate, accessed off Plane Tree Drive.

Tickets: Adult general admission: $10, Students and concessions: $8

Children 12 years and younger: All children attending the exhibition must be accompanied by an adult.

Tickets can be pre-booked via link below and are also available on the door. Please note this is a cashless venue.

Accessibility: The Exhibition is fully wheelchair accessible. Please refer to the 'Accessibility' tab for more information.

For further enquiries about how we can support your access requirements, please contact our team at BGSHevents@sa.gov.au


Photograph at top of page: A swan's perspective by © Mateusz Piesiak, Wildlife Photographer of the Year

Event information

Entry: Recommended entry is via the Conservatory Gate, accessed off Plane Tree Drive.

Parking/Transport: Ticketed parking is available along Plane Tree Drive or the car park next to the International Rose Garden, adjacent to Hackney Road. Alternatively catch the tram to the Botanic Garden stop, which is 150 m from the Main Gate on North Terrace, or bus.

Facilities: Toilets and change tables are available in the Garden, including family rooms/baby change facilities and a Changing Places facility.

Food and Beverage: Evergreen Deli and the Gardens Kiosk will be open during their standard hours of operation.

Children: Please note that all children attending the exhibition must be accompanied by an adult.

Shop: Merchandise is available at the event. Please note this is a cashless venue and only cards will be accepted.

Tickets are non-refundable; however, they are transferable to other dates and session times via the Humanitix ticketing platform. Please contact our friendly staff by email to enquire about your options.