Top 5 Experiences to Try in Adelaide, South Australia

11 Nov, 2022

There is a lot to see and do in Adelaide, from world-famous events, wellness spa retreats, exquisite culinary delights, stunning parks, and beautiful galleries. You can experience a perfect getaway filled with luxury experiences or Adelaide’s adventure packed holiday activities.

We’ve compiled a list of our favourite experiences to enjoy while you're visiting Adelaide.

Couples Escape

Escape the city’s hustle and bustle and enjoy a refreshing salt therapy session in Breathe, Stretch Float’s Himalayan Salt Cave.

Connect with your inner-self during this 60-minute float therapy session that will leave you feeling calm and rejuvenated. Lay back and relax as you slowly soak in the magical healing properties of salt. Drift into a meditative and peaceful state, rejuvenating your mind and body. This tranquil oasis helps ease stress, lowers anxiety, improves sleep, and aids in respiratory recovery.

"Paddle on the river and enjoy the best of the city you cannot see or experience on land."

A guided e-bike tour of Adelaide is one of the best ways to see this beautiful city.

This 3-hour gentle journey starts with a hot cuppa at a local cafe and is suitable for beginners and experienced riders. It will see you cycling around the city and along the Linear Park Trail with its views of the River Torrens, passing historic buildings along the way. You’ll also enjoy a delicious Charcuterie Board and Australian Wine Flight at the National Wine Centre of Australia before taking a stroll through the Botanic Gardens for some nature therapy.

"Indulge in a treatment at EOS Spa & Wellness and pamper yourself with a soothing 30-minute facial, massage, foot, or scalp therapy."

Indulge in a treatment at EOS Spa & Wellness and pamper yourself with a soothing 30-minute facial, massage, foot, or scalp therapy.

Close your eyes and soak in the warm waters of an outdoor heated swimming pool, linger in the eucalyptus steam room, or steam up in a heated cedar wood sauna. The treatments used in this therapy session are organic, wild-harvested Australian products by iKOU including fruit and flower anti-ageing extracts and natural bio-active formulations which help replenish the skin. Also, experience an overnight escape that will help you relax and unwind.

"Zip line across Australia’s first inner-city aerial adventure park, where you can experience nature and participate in thrilling adventurers."

Paddle on the river and enjoy the best of the city you cannot see or experience on land.

Re-discover nature as you paddle along the Karrawirra Parri – River Torrens, spotting local wildlife and taking in the fresh breeze on a tranquil guided kayak tour. Disconnect from the hustle and bustle of the city and enjoy the gentle bobbing of the water as you engage in peaceful moving meditation. This 90-minute tour is held on Saturdays and Sundays, and it is perfect for both beginners and those who already love to kayak.

Zip line across Australia’s first inner-city aerial adventure park, where you can experience nature and participate in thrilling adventurers.

Step out of your comfort zone and venture across a path of tree top obstacles and zip lines, where you can enjoy challenging active adventures. The ‘philosophy’ of TreeClimb Adelaide is to help people overcome their fears by encouraging them to take the leap (although, guests are given the freedom to stop if a task is too daunting for them!). TreeClimb is the perfect adventure park – filled with progressively difficult courses, it is an environmental education trail that emphasises the importance of wildlife conservation.

 

Are you looking for more wellness experiences in South Australia? You might like these stories – Getting back to nature and Where to get your yoga fix in Adelaide.

Image credits: Breathe, Stretch, Float, Earth Adeventure and TreeClimb Adelaide

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