Out and About
Get out and about and join us on our social excursions. With different locations and experiences each time ranging from visiting the zoo to the theatre, there is something for everyone! To book your spot and to find out more information call 08 8179 6825.
To view full details of our July to October 2018 events, download the program here.
SA Health and Medical Research Institute Tour
Have you always wanted to look inside that unique and sculptural health and medical research institute building on North Terrace? Join us for a guided tour of SAHMRI to see stunning views Adelaide and learn more about what makes this incredibly institute tick. You’ll also have a chance to gain in a deeper understanding of why medical research plays such a vital role in the community. To book now, please call 8179 6825.
Date: Friday 6 July
Time: From 8.45am
Cost: $26 per person - includes transport and guided tour
Colours of Impressionism
Why fly to Paris when you can see artworks by Monet, Renoir, Manet, Morisot, Pissarro and Cézanne at our very own Art Gallery of South Australia? These incredibly artworks are on loan from the world renowned collection of the Musee d’Orsay for a limited time, and simply must be seen to be believed. Join us for a wonderful guided tour through this once in a lifetime exhibition. To book now, please call 8179 6825.
Date: Thursday 12 July
Time: From 1.30pm
Cost: $37 per person - includes transport, art exhibition and afternoon tea
The Planetarium Experience
It’s time to soar away from earth and take a journey through the solar system. The Adelaide Planetarium contains a star projector that simulates the starry sky on an 8 meter dome. With eye-popping visuals, amazing computer generated imagery and cutting-edge science; you’ll fly through Venus, encounter magnetic storms on the sun and experience liquid methane showers on Titan. After this whirlwind adventure, you’ll be glad you live on Earth! To book now, please call 8179 6825.
Date: Thursday 24 July
Time: From 9.30am
Cost: $37 per person - includes transport, one hour Planetarium experience and lunch
Monarto Zoo
Join us for a fun-filled day at Monarto Zoo in the Adelaide Hills. Monarto is one of the largest open-air zoos in the world, and home to more than 50 species of exotic and native mammals, birds and reptiles. Book your spot to be immersed in the natural safari-style setting, surrounded by lion prides and giraffe herds. To book now, please call 8179 6825.
Date: Tuesday 14 August
Time: From 8.45am
Cost: $50 per person - includes transport, private guided tour, lunch and tea or coffee
Taste the Barossa
Fancy a day of wining and dining in the beautiful wine region of the Barossa Valley?
Join us for a sensory experience where you can kick back, relax and allow the bus to meander through the Barossa’s breathtaking scenery on its way to the next destination. There’s plenty to see, do and taste on this delightful day out. To book now, please call 8179 6825.
Date: Wednesday 29 August
Time: From 9.00am
Cost: $72 per person - includes transport, visit and tastings at two wineries, two-course lunch and tea or coffee
Adelaide Zoo
Fancy a day of wining and dining in the beautiful wine region of the Barossa Valley?
Take a leisurely cruise on Popeye down the River Torrens and arrive in style at the Adelaide Zoo, one of Adelaide’s most iconic attractions. The Zoo is home to more than 250 species of exotic and native mammals, birds, reptiles and fish over eight hectares of magnificent botanic surroundings. To book now, please call 8179 6825.
Date: Friday 7 September
Time: From 8.30am
Cost: $50 per person - includes transport, zoo entry and boat cruise
SA Water Desalination Plant
In the local Kaurna language, Kauwi means 'fresh water'. The Kauwi Interpretive Centre at the SA Water Desalination Plant provides information on desalination and tells the story of water in South Australia, from European settlement to today. It also provides information about the Kaurna people, the traditional custodians of the land on which the centre is built.
On this tour you will see a short presentation, take a ride on the bus through the processing area at the plant and best of all, taste the water straight from the plant. To book now, please call 8179 6825.
Date: Wednesday 3 October
Time: From 8.30am
Cost: $30 per person - includes transport, tour and three-course lunch