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Family Orienteering


  • National Arboretum (map)

Pick up your map and clue sheet from the Visitors Centre and head out into the forests and gardens. Find the hidden letters to discover the name of one of our unique forests at the National Arboretum.

This is a drop in activity for the duration of the School Holidays. No bookings are required.

Please note that the course is spread through our forests and you will encounter uneven terrain in your search for clues. We recommend wearing sturdy shoes, sun protection and weather appropriate clothing.

Event Details:

  • Dates: Daily between 18 December 2024 and 02 February 2025. (Closed Christmas Day).

  • Times: 9am to 4pm

  • Suitable for: Suitable for all ages

  • Location: National Arboretum

  • Cost: $5 per family

  • Notes: Collect your map and clue sheet from the Visitors Centre

  • Accessibility: Orienteering points are hidden within gardens, accessed via a variety of paths; paved, gravel, and uneven surfaces

More info & tickets here.

Earlier Event: 13 December
Pompeii
Later Event: 18 December
Summer Family Space (Free)