HUNTER REGION BOTANIC GARDENS – The Hunter’s best kept secret!!
The Hunter's only Botanic Gardens feature over 30 hectares of tranquil landscaped gardens displaying the beauty and diversity of Australian native flora. Over 3,000 living specimens in a natural bush setting with 8 kilometres of easy tracks and trails. Theme gardens include natives (grevillea, acacia, hakeas, ferns etc) and exotics (orchids, bromeliads and an amazing succulent and cacti garden). The result of a community initiative, and managed and maintained by volunteers, the Gardens also protects 100 hectares of land, including two wetland habitats as a Conservation Zone. The Visitors Centre Gallery displays work by local artists and are available for purchase.
Address 2100 Pacific Highway (just past Hexham Bridge) HEATHERBRAE NSW 2324 Open 7 days 9am – 4pm. Features Facilities Wheelchair friendly, Gift Shop, BBQ, Plant Stall, Picnic Tables. Catering Options Café Service: 9.30 - 3.30 Cost Cost (subject to change): Entry - $2p.p. Guided Tours (pre-book): Walking - $5 p.p. Groups 20+ - $4 p.p. People Mover (Min 2) - $6 p.p. Group Bookings and Enquiries Group bookings can be made with Group Link, Tel: 1800-631 491, email: tours@grouplink.com.au or directly with the attraction.
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