Immerse yourself in the harmonious beauty of nature's melodies. Wander in a serene environment, listening closely to the songs of the parrots, the whispers of the muntjacs and the rhythmic croaks of the marsh frogs, as if swaying to a symphony of life. Not only focus on hearing, but also feel the natural fragrance between your fingertips by harvesting seasonal herbs, forging a deeper connection with the earth. Music instructor Kawa Wong guides you through an interactive music concert, blending instrumental melodies with natural sounds, bringing forth inner peace and ecological balance. Experience this poetic journey, regain balance and merge into nature's harmony.

Content (Suggestion Duration: 6 hours)

• Nature Soundscapes Guided Tour (120 minutes)
  Embark on a guided exploration of nature's captivating sounds. Appreciate, listen, and immerse yourself in the harmonious symphony of nature, gaining insights into the sources of sounds and their significance within ecosystems. Deepen your connection with nature, fostering a sense of responsibility towards conserving wildlife and their habitats.

• From Farm to Cup: Organic Herb Experience (30 minutes)
  From garden to cup, brew nature's essence in a dance of flavours and fragrances. Connect with the earth's bounty through herbal tea magic.

• Lunchtime: Vegan Delights (60 minutes)
  Options: Vegan Bento (no extra cost) or Self-Serve Green Delights (additional cost)
  Indulge in a vegan bento provided by the Eat Well Canteen of Green Hub, offering delicious and nutritionally balanced meals to deepen the connection with nature. Participants can also order self-serve vegetarian options, selecting from a variety of seasonal dishes according to personal preferences, enjoying the flavours of the season in a free flow and self-serve dining format. Together, take action to reduce carbon footprints, protect natural resources, and practise sustainable living.

• Music Journey Concert (120 minutes)
  Experience a symphony of sounds led by musician Kawa Wong, blending natural instruments from around the world such as the Indian bansuri flute, frame drum, Indian kanjira drum and more. Immerse yourself in the interplay of instrument sounds and nature's melodies, tuning into different natural states, promoting tranquil meditation and relaxation.

Date
Monday - Saturday (except public holidays)
Now accepting applications for December 2024 or later.

Time
10am - 4pm (actual times negotiable)

Venue
Kadoorie Farm and Botanic Garden

Language
Cantonese / English

Target Audience
16 years old or above

Capacity
Minimum of 15

Transportation

• We encourage visitors to use public transportation to reduce carbon footprint. Click HERE for details.
• Parking spaces are extremely limited at our venue. Participants must reserve parking spaces online in advance.
• If needed, shuttle bus services (additional cost) can be arranged to and from our venue and Kowloon Tong Station/Tai Po Market Station.

Notes
Payment is not refundable after acceptance, unless the programme is cancelled due to inclement weather.

Application & Quotation
Please CLICK HERE to submit your online application for quotation. KFBG staff will notify the applicants about the results by email within two weeks of receipt of application form.

Enquiry
Contact Sing Cheung at 2483 7228 or email to sing.cheung@kfbg.org

Related Links

• Kadoorie Earth Programme (KEP) is an initiative co-created by KFBG and its network of collaborators and volunteers. By integrating the various strands of KFBG’s nature conservation, sustainable living and holistic education programmes, it provides life-transforming learning experiences that reconnect people with themselves, each other and the rest of nature and enable them to cultivate resilience in the face of global challenges.

• Nature Art Programmes: Immerse yourself in silent contemplation of nature. Deepen your awareness of beauty and connect with nature through art. KFBG organises a variety of art workshops including Zentangle drawing, sketching and wood art, and exhibitions to guide participants, with or without artistic background, to create nature art.

• Nature Education Programmes: Become animal detectives and explore the mysteries of wild animals. Use different senses to discover the beauty of plants. Learn about the significance of forest, trees and even soils through field visits, experiments and woodwork, to reconnect with nature.

• Group Guided Tours: Led by trained environmental interpreters, the content includes experiential and hands-on activities. We encourage a passion for nature, conservation and ecology by nurturing an appreciation of the natural world.
  
  
• Corporate Programmes: Our Holistic Education Department staff can design either half-day or full-day nature education and art programmes for  corporate staff or their family members based on specific needs. Leveraging the unique natural landscape and cultural ambiance of Kadoorie Farm and Botanic Garden, our activities may include guided tours, farm-to-table experiences, nature-based workshops, talks and art activities, aiming to promote understanding and practice of sustainable living for organisations.