Twilight Explorers

Experience the Garden and its fascinating nightlife on this adventure by torchlight.

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Stage

Stage 3 and 4

Subject

History, Geography, Science and Technology

Duration

2 hours

Location

Rathborne Lodge, Royal Botanic Garden Sydney

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Cost

Minimum charges apply. 

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The Garden is an oasis waiting to be explored!

Enjoy an evening exploration of the Garden after the crowds have left. Visit biodiversity 'hotspots' to look for nocturnal animals – some who just fly in for the night, others who are long-term residents. Experience the spectacular Sydney harbour views at sunset from the site of the First Fleet landing and learn what evening life would have been like for Gadigal people.

Students will

  • Go on a spotlight walk to discover some of the Garden’s night-time residents
  • Visit the amazing Sydney Harbour foreshore at sunset,  explore how the site has changed since the arrival of the First Fleet and take a photograph to celebrate your visit
  • Learn about life on the harbour for the Gadi people, their evening and night-time activities and  try making fire using sticks. 
  • Tell spooky stories in the succulent garden, play games and enjoy some sharing circle treats

Key content

  • Experience the Gardens at night to find out how plant and animal life changes after dark
  • Explore the Gardens after the crowds go home and the gates close, connect with Gadigal country and learn about first nations culture

Links to New South Wales curriculum

This excursion meets some History, Geography and Science outcomes, however, is designed to be a fun excursion providing special access to the Gardens at night and a perfect add-on to a city adventure or camp.

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"Visit the ‘spooky’ succulent garden, play some games and enjoy some sharing circle treats."