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Guided Forest Therapy

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Classes, lessons, workshops & talks

Ballarat Botanical Gardens - Claxton Memorial Meeting Point

Wendouree Parade,
Lake Wendouree VIC 3350

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  • 15 Jun

  • 13 Jul

  • 10 Aug

10am–12pm

$35 per person

Adult – $35.00 + BF

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Join a two hour guided forest therapy session while discovering the benefits of forest therapy in the beautiful Ballarat Botanical Gardens.

Originating from Japan, shinrin-yoku, or forest therapy is a preventative health practice that immerses your senses in nature. This guided wellbeing experience will bolster your mental and physical health by reducing stress levels, lowering heart and blood pressure and lifting you into a more positive mood.

The session will help you connect with nature through sensory explortaion and guided activities designed to reduce stress and enhance wellbeing.

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Dates & Times

  • Sun 15 Jun 10am–12pm
  • Sun 13 Jul 10am–12pm
  • Sun 10 Aug 10am–12pm
  • Sun 14 Sep 10am–12pm
  • Sun 9 Nov 10am–12pm
  • Sun 14 Dec 10am–12pm

Accessibility Information

  • Actively welcomes people with access needs.

Please note: The accessibility information above is provided by the business operator. For more information, please contact the business directly.

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225 Sturt Street
Ballarat VIC 3350

Ballarat Botanical Gardens
401-405 Wendouree Parade
Lake Wendouree VIC 3350

1800 44 66 33

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Acknowledgement of Country

Across Victoria’s Midwest, we acknowledge that we travel across the ancient landscapes of many First Peoples communities. These lands have been nurtured and cared for over tens of thousands of years and we respect the work of Traditional Custodians for their ongoing care and protection.

We recognise the past injustices against Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples in this country. As our knowledge grows, we hope that we can learn from their resilience and creativity that has guided them for over 60,000 years. As we invite people to visit and explore Victoria’s Midwest, we ask that alongside us, you also grow to respect the stories, living culture and connection to Country of the Ancestors and Elders of our First Peoples.

©️ 2025 Visit Ballarat. This initiative is funded by the City of Ballarat and Tourism Midwest Victoria.

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