Be inspired at the Wellness Tourism Summit 2025

The carefully curated program is packed full of local and global wellness industry leaders. You’ll hear from the best in the business and take away valuable insights about the wellness tourism industry.

Speakers include Katherine Droga, Well Traveller Founder, Damian Chaparro, Co-creator of Aro Ha Wellness Retreat, Olivia Arezzolo, Sleep Expert, Tim Pocock, Wanderlust GM, Lisa Messenger, Wellness Entrepreneur, Kristy Morris, KAILO Founder and many more!

Hear the latest on hot topics like global wellness trends and opportunities, spas, bathing and the social wellness boom, building successful immersive wellness retreats, the importance of sleep and how to use wellness events to innovate and drive engagement.

You’ll also learn about ‘on farm’ and ‘off-grid’ wellness experiences, regenerative travel, scaling your business, creating engaging wellness spaces, AI wellness, and the science behind sound healing!

The full Program can be found here.

This is an exclusive business networking half day opportunity designed only for delegates attending the Wellness Tourism Summit program on Thursday afternoon September 4.

Think of this as leisurely chats around wellness for your business! It's an afternoon of short rotating meetings in a structured yet relaxed environment to connect with key industry professionals, potential collaborators, and like-minded peers.

Spaces for this B2B element are limited, so book early.

This is one of the most popular parts of the program - the chance to choose a complimentary wellness activity just for you to start your Summit day.

You might like the presence, warmth, and connection of a cacao ceremony with Mindful Cacao, or to discover the magic of movement on water with a pilates class in the Elements of Byron pool with Aquasculpt.

Join Nimbus Co. for an introduction to breathwork and the benefits of cold water experiences; or Damian Chaparro, the incredible founder of Aro Ha Wellness Retreat in NZ for his insightful and fun introduction to Internal Family Systems therapy (IFS).

There’s also a transformative yoga session with the team from Elements; and a truly authentic morning surfing experience in Byron Bay with Let’s Go Surfing.

Or, join a delightful, guided walk with Bundjalung woman Delta Kay through nearby native rainforest and wetlands to discover delicious native ingredients that are great for your wellbeing.

Find more information here.

A range of our fabulous partners will be on hand in the Summit activation area to answer your questions about their experiences, products and brands.

If you are keen to know all about wellness retreats and experiences in Thailand, have a chat to our friends at Amazing Thailand. Learn about the beautiful natural landscapes, time-honoured Thai healing traditions, and world-class hospitality that makes Thailand a top wellness tourism destination.

Plus, just by visiting them, you can win one of two luxury Thailand wellness stays at RAKxa Integrative Wellness Retreat and RXV Wellness Village - with a total prize value of $15000!

Byron Bay has many accommodation options to experience the destination - from luxurious beachfront resorts to boutique hotels, hideaways in the hinterland, holiday houses and lively backpacker hostels

But, to make your Summit experience an immersive one, we highly recommend staying onsite at the Summit venue - all Wellness Tourism Summit delegates have access to exclusive accommodation rates at the Elements of Byron.

We can’t wait to see you at the Summit! Book your ticket here.