Wellness wander in the Adelaide Hills

Held on Saturday 26 and Sunday 27 October, this event will provide the opportunity to explore the best of wellness that this spectacular region has to offer. Local producers, soulful practitioners and passionate restauranteurs will showcase a carefully curated selection of events and experiences that will enhance mental, physical and emotional wellbeing.

Health is so much more than just regular exercise and nourishing your body; and this event embodies the true diversity of wellness. There will be plenty of time to submit to the healing power of nature, enjoy nourishing local produce, and to share space with skilled practitioners to learn, create or unwind.

There will be more than 40 events and experiences to choose from – so you can personalise your own wellness trail through the Adelaide Hills across the weekend. The hardest part will be narrowing it down! The events will align with five unique pillars of wellness so guests can quickly identify the kinds of wellness experiences that most appeal to them.

‘Nature’ is full of opportunities to leisurely or actively connect with nature. ‘Provenance’ showcases the best of the region’s artisans and producers with bespoke nourishing food, farm, and drink experiences. ‘Relax & Unwind’ is the ultimate in ‘you’ time featuring pamper and mindfulness sessions, and other unique offerings designed to help you destress. ‘Learn & Create’ experiences will help people to identify a way to unleash their creativity or master a new skill. And with ‘Stay’, will see guests making the most of the two days by checking into one of the local hotels or boutique accommodations, many of which offer a stay with a unique wellness twist.

Whatever you choose, it is a wonderful way to unplug from the hustle and bustle for a few days of rest and play.

The hero event ‘Nourish by Well Traveller‘ will be held at the beautiful Ukaria Cultural Centre, and feature an intimate chat with successful Tassie author, TV host, chef and farmer Matthew Evans. Best known for his long-running SBS series Gourmet Farmer and his 13 published books including just released “Milk”, Matt will take nourish seekers through the cycle of farming, growing, soil and eating in practical and inspiring way. You’ll also hear from local biodynamic farm and vineyard Ngeringa’s holistic health coach and cellar door manager, Erica Rushbrook, the delightful Malissa Fedele from the recent Master Chef Series, and Cherie Hutchinson from the ultimate skin masters, Jurlique

Those seeking some inner peace will be drawn to unique experiences such as, and ‘Plant Songs’, an outdoor sound bath with the award-winning Sacred Resonance. You may like to fall into synchrony with a four-legged friend when you walk alongside a beautiful horse in Kuitpo Forest with WalkSublime, or enjoy a restorative yoga practice and garden tour with Four Seasons Yoga.

Food lovers will need to be quick to grab tickets to cooking classes and special restaurant events! Our favourites include Beerenberg’s ‘Strawberry Provenance Experience’ and ‘Elements of Harmony’, a journey of mind, body and soul at the incredible Ondeen Restaurant.

If you’d like to learn and create, there are plenty of options. Jurlique is opening up their fields for the first time to let customers experience harvesting their beautiful botanicals to craft their own aromatherapy blend. You might also like to create your very own masterpiece in a fun filled ‘Paint and Sip’ afternoon with Studio Vino at Golding Wines or join Belong Design for a unique experience that offers a relaxing art session creating resin at Barristers Block.

And just because this is a wellness itinerary, it doesn’t mean you can’t enjoy the incredible vineyards of the Adelaide Hills. Several outstanding vineyards will throw open their doors to offer unique wellness experiences, some in collaboration with other local operators. Spend some time with Matt Rodgers, Head Chef at Mount Lofty Ranges Vineyard, where he will teach you a range of fermenting techniques followed by a three-course lunch with stunning vineyard views and estate grown wine. And we love that Tilbrook Estate is collaborating with Section 28 Cheese and Enrico Sgarbossa for ‘Mindfully Tasting the Holy Trinity’, a guided slow food tasting and matching experience of wine, cheese and bread with a three-way ‘Meet the Maker’ event.

The 2-day Wellness wander event will also include plenty of kid-friendly activities that entertain and help burn off some energy! Head out to Woodhouse Adventure Park for a ‘Family Digital Detox’ in the 54-hectare outdoor adventure wonderland; enjoy some active nature around Mt Lofty with a ‘Rock Climb, Zipline and Mega Swing Experience’ or connect over a ‘Picnic Amongst the Pear Trees’ at Paracombe Premium Perry.

If you need a place to stay, we suggest reserving a room at the beautiful Sequoia Lodge, Longview Vineyard or AL RU Farm.

Wellness wander is the perfect weekend away for families and groups of friends, as well as solo travelers. There really is something for everyone and we can’t wait to see you there!

For more information, head to the Wellness wander website www.wellnesswander.com.au