PLAN YOUR WELLNESS ESCAPE TO SHOALHAVEN

Bannisters Day Spa

Rejuvenate and reconnect with yourself, nature, and those you love on your next holiday to Shoalhaven, just two hours from Sydney and Canberra. With Australia recently announced as the worlds’ number 1 wellness destination,* and Shoalhaven being named 21st in The Most Loved Destinations in the World.** there is no better time to plan a wellness escape to the beautiful Shoalhaven region of New South Wales.

Breathe, flow, indulge, and rewild amongst epic escarpments and 100 beautiful beaches. Join a retreat or curate your own wellness escape as you browse through our local guides, healing therapies, and indulgent experiences. Nourish yourself with local produce, flow with a new yoga teacher, or join an Aboriginal cultural experience.

Tourism Manager, Coralie Bell, Shoalhaven City Council says: We’ve long been a destination to relax and rejuvenate based on our natural beauty, friendly locals and adventure experiences. In a post-COVID world we’re seeing travellers flock to Shoalhaven for a deeper connection to Country, nature, themselves, one-another and our local businesses have have risen to the occasion.”

FLOW

Immerse yourself in a world of luxurious experiences designed to connect you with nature and restore balance to your mind, body, and spirit. From the comfort of local co-working spaces to the serenity of yoga studios, Shoalhaven offers a unique escape from the hustle and bustle of city life. WorkLife is a co-working space in Berry, providing all the amenities of a serviced office and an authentic connection to the local community. Om Sweet Om Milton is a sanctuary where you can connect with yourself and your yoga practice in a sacred space built with love and care. At Life Centre, experience the ultimate wellness journey with a range of holistic treatments, including saunas, ice baths, floatation therapy, and a magnesium pool. Book your stay and immerse yourself in the tranquil beauty of Shoalhaven.

FIRST NATIONS

Discover the rich Aboriginal heritage of the Shoalhaven on the South Coast of NSW through immersive experiences. Join the three-day Trek Yuin Country and witness the resilience of the local Aboriginal community through cultural discussions, workshops, and scenic hikes through Morton National Park. Visit Booderee National Park, home to the Wreck Bay Aboriginal Community, to learn about Koori culture, and surf, or swim whilst you camp at Cave Beach or Green Patch Beach. Join Djiriba Waagura Cultural Tours for half or full day excursions to discover ancient rock-art and the beauty of nature. Visit Nura Gunyu for a range of educational programs on Aboriginal culture and history led by Budawang Elder Noel Butler. Connect to country, culture and wellness in the Shoalhaven.

INDULGE

Embark on a journey of rejuvenation and indulgence. From the first-of-its-kind Shoalhaven Float, where you can float away the daily stress in a private room filled with magnesium-rich water, to the luxurious treatments at Bannister's Spa By The Sea, you'll leave feeling refreshed and revitalized. Embrace holistic health with the experts at Jervis Bay Naturopathy, offering services from naturopaths, nutritionists, herbalists, and more. Whether it's a custom massage or a full-body treatment, the skilled touch and techniques at Spa by the Sea will leave you with a radiant glow. Get ready to bask in the tranquillity of the Shoalhaven, a haven for those seeking true wellness.

NOURISH

Indulge in the Slow Food movement as local eateries receive the coveted "Snail of Approval" for using fresh, seasonal, and locally sourced produce. Savour the flavours of the South Coast at South on Albany, a modern European restaurant with a focus on fresh ingredients and local wines. Treat yourself to a garden-to-plate experience at Milk HAUS, a charming eatery in a 19th-century converted cheese factory, offering a refined seasonal and sustainable menu. Recharge with a nourishing vegetarian breakfast or burger at Pilgrims Vegetarian Cafe, known for its fresh smoothies and juices named after local surf breaks.

REWILD

Experience the benefits of nature with Forest Bathing with Experience Nature or sea kayaking in Jervis Bay Marine Park with Sea Kayak Jervis Bay. Choose from guided or solo trips with experts to make it safe and unforgettable. Valley Outdoors in Shoalhaven offers activities like guided tours, instructional trips, self-guided canoe hire, takeaway hire, and multi-day trips. Immerse in tranquillity with paddling, bushwalking, abseiling, and camping while reducing stress levels, building resilience, and appreciating the environment.

CREATE

House of Jules

Elevate your wellness journey with the ultimate art therapy experiences. Explore the vast landscape of Bundanon, an art museum, wildlife sanctuary, and gift to the Australian people. Discover a subterranean Art Museum, housing a changing program of contemporary exhibitions and cultural experiences. Sip, paint and let your inner-Picasso run wild at Pinot & Picasso South Coast, Australia's number one Paint and Sip Experience. Or immerse yourself in creativity at House of Jules Art Studio, where 30-year teaching veteran, Jules Sydenham, offers a range of adult classes, workshops, and personalized creative experiences. Experience the beauty of the South Coast and unleash your inner artist.

ATTEND

Book in for the ultimate wellness experience. Stand Tall Retreats offers a range of curated retreats designed to help you connect back to your true self and become the best version of you. Whether it's a day retreat for self-care, a weekend retreat for nourishing the body and mind, or a bespoke retreat tailored to your needs, Stand Tall offers a luxurious and empowering experience. Bay and Bush Jervis Bay, offers a unique and secluded setting for travellers looking to escape the hustle and bustle of daily life. Surrounded by unspoiled Australian bush, turquoise waters, and white sand beaches, Bay and Bush regularly hosts wellness retreats to help travellers revive and align their body, mind, and energy. For the over 40's spirited women, Active Goddess provides rejuvenating retreats centred around yoga, the outdoors, and nourishing food. Treat yourself to the ultimate wellness escape in Shoalhaven.

For more information: shoalhaven.com/wellness

*Source: Matt Fraser, PR Representative for Shoalhaven, Original Spin – 0401 326 007