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Tiwi By Design Day Tour

4.5 (130)
Larrakeyah, AU
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Tiwi By Design Day Tour

4.5 (130)
Larrakeyah, AU
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Experience the rich cultural traditions of the Tiwi Islands on the Tiwi By Design Day Tour. This unique tour takes you to a traditional Aboriginal community where you'll be immersed in the local history and rituals. With a local Tiwi guide, you'll visit all the places of interest and have the opportunity to interact with the Tiwi Islanders. Enjoy a traditional morning tea and take part in an art workshop taught by Aboriginal artists. The Tiwi Islands have limited tourism, making this an exclusive and rare chance to explore this fascinating Aboriginal community. From the comfortable ferry ride to the behind-the-scenes screen printing workshop, every aspect of this tour is designed to give you an authentic and memorable experience. Don't miss out on this opportunity to discover the Tiwi Islands' vibrant culture and breathtaking landscapes.

About this experience

  • Free Cancellation For a full refund cancel at least before the start of your booking
  • Admission Included
  • 9 hours
  • Suitable for 1-9 Participants
  • Private Tour, Small Group Tour
  • Guided Experience
  • Visit traditional Aboriginal community on Tiwi Islands
  • Learn about local history and Tiwi rituals
  • Share a traditional morning tea with Tiwi Islanders
  • Take part in an art workshop taught by Aboriginal artists
  • Rare chance to experience a traditional Aboriginal community
  • WiFi on board
  • Lunch
  • Restroom on board
  • Local guide
  • Food and drinks, unless specified
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off

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Introduction

Step into the rich cultural heritage of the Tiwi Islands with the Tiwi By Design Day Tour. This immersive tour takes you to a traditional Aboriginal community off the coast of Darwin, where you'll have the unique opportunity to learn about local history and Tiwi rituals from knowledgeable Tiwi guides. Immerse yourself in the beauty of this hidden gem as you explore all the places of interest and gain insights into the Tiwi way of life.

What to expect?

During the Tiwi By Design Day Tour, you can expect to witness the beauty and traditions of the Tiwi Islands. The tour has a total duration of 540 minutes, encompassing various activities and experiences. The day begins at the Cullen Bay Ferry Terminal, where you'll meet your friendly Tiwi guide. From there, you'll embark on a fascinating journey, visiting historical sites and landmarks while learning about the rich Tiwi heritage. Enjoy a traditional morning tea with Tiwi Islanders and get a taste of their warm hospitality. Further, unleash your creativity with an exclusive art workshop taught by talented Aboriginal artists. You'll even have the opportunity to print your own Tiwi design onto a take-home souvenir.

Who is this for?

The Tiwi By Design Day Tour is a must-do for anyone seeking a deeper understanding of Aboriginal culture and a unique connection to the Tiwi people. This tour welcomes travelers of all ages and interests, whether you're a history enthusiast, an art lover, or simply someone curious about different cultures. The Tiwi Islands provide an authentic and immersive experience that will leave you with a greater appreciation for indigenous traditions.

Why book this?

The Tiwi By Design Day Tour offers an extraordinary opportunity to explore an Aboriginal community that holds tightly to its traditions. Unlike other tourist destinations, the Tiwi Islands limit tourism, creating an exclusive and intimate experience for visitors. This tour provides a chance to connect with the Tiwi people on a personal level as you gain insights into their history, rituals, and art. By supporting this tour, you're contributing to the preservation of Tiwi culture and empowering the local community.

Good to know

It's important to note that the Tiwi By Design Day Tour has a total duration of 540 minutes, ensuring ample time to immerse yourself in the Tiwi culture. The meeting point is the Cullen Bay Ferry Terminal, located just a 5-minute drive from Darwin CBD, with free all-day parking available. Remember to bring your creative spirit, as the art workshop offers a chance to print your own Tiwi design onto a souvenir. Plus, don't forget to indulge in a delightful traditional morning tea, a true taste of Tiwi hospitality.

Reviews

Those who have embarked on the Tiwi By Design Day Tour rave about the unforgettable experiences and cultural immersion it offers. Travelers appreciate the knowledgeable and friendly Tiwi guides who provide deep insights into the Tiwi way of life. Many guests also express their gratitude for the opportunity to participate in the screen printing workshop and create their own unique souvenirs. Overall, the tour has received high praise for its authenticity, exclusivity, and the enriching connection it fosters with the Tiwi community.

How long before the event do I need to book?

  • You can book at any time before the event

Vouchers accepted in the following formats

  • Mobile

Is an adult required for the booking?

  • At least one adult or senior required per booking

Your Itinerary

SeaLink Northern Territory

Servicing the Top end since 2013, SeaLink Northern Territory provides a safe, comfortable and reliable ferry service with state-of-the-art high-speed catamarans and friendly qualified crew. Built especially for remote locations, the SeaLink NT ferries are capable of beach landings, carrying large numbers of passengers in comfort, and are all equipped with kiosks, men, women and disabled toilets, air-conditioned cabins, and spacious outdoor decking.

Admission Included

Tiwi Design

After a rest and lunch in the shade, it’s time to re-visit Tiwi Design and participate in an exclusive ‘behind-the-scenes’ screen printing workshop. Choose from contemporary or traditional Tiwi design to print onto a take-home t-shirt, tea towel or fabric – a wonderful souvenir of your Tiwi visit.

Admission Included

Reviews

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4.5 (130)

Anonymous

I enjoyed the entire experience - the ferry ride, welcome ceremony, morning tea, tour and history of the islands, lunch and the screen printing. All of the people involved in the tour were fantastic. The artists spent a lot of time ensuring our screen prints were works of art.

SHARON_B

Seeing and experiencing the local culture and creating a screen print t-shirt souvenir to remember my tour.

ElkeB891

I did this tour today and it was fantastic. The tour combined a great mix of experiences including the history of the island, the cultural background and making our own screen prints. Everyone involved in delivering the tour experience was enthusiastic and knowledgeable. We had enough time to choose and create our screen print with fantastic input and guidance from several screen printing artists. It was interesting to see the different items produced by our tour group. I thoroughly enjoyed the day.

Marcus_D

Vivian was an amazing tour guide; he really made us feel like his family. Thanks so much Vivian - everyone on the tour thought you were amazing. Alan, thanks also for helping us so much for helping us with the screen printing. I love this tour - 10 out of 10.

candiceo344

Had an absolutely fabulous tour with Vivian, who was an informative and patient guide, especially while I struggled in the heat! I learnt a lot about the Tiwi Islands culture and history. The Welcome to Country ceremony was great, being NZ Maori, we have a similar ceremony and it was wonderful to experience another culture. The art centre was great, and I am going to frame the art we did with AJ when I get home. I hope to visit again.

Barry_S

A brilliant day out to see the lovely Bathurst island and Tiwi people. I made a tea towel, eat a great lunch and purchased a beautiful painting.

Karen_F

The stories told by our guides and the visit to the screen printing area. Everyone we meet one the island were friendly and welcoming.

tokclare

I had an absolutely awesome day on the Tiwi by Design tour! This laid-back yet captivating experience was perfect, especially for someone like me with bad knees. The walk to the museum and church was easy and gentle on my knees, allowing me to fully enjoy the day. The Tiwi Island's rich history and culture are impressively preserved in the museum, and seeing the bullet holes in the church roof from the 1942 Darwin bombings added a powerful touch of reality. Learning about how the Catholic priest integrated Tiwi culture into Catholicism was a valuable lesson for all. The highlight was screen printing a tea towel with the talented local artists. They generously shared their knowledge, creativity, and culture, making us feel truly welcomed into their lives. Overall, it was a wonderfully relaxing and enlightening day. Special thanks to Kevin, Vivian, and Allan for making it the best!

dherszfeld

The tour was interesting but for a day long tour I would have liked more content. Would like better and more extensive experience about the life of one nation people on the island.

Fosfab92

My husband, adult daughter and I had a great time on this tour. The sea journey there and back seemed to be so quick, and was very calm and pleasant. We were greeted by elders who gave us a welcome ceremony and then were taken on a tour around the island, visiting and hearing about the old church, funeral totems, the war history and given time to go round the museum, where the exhibit about Tiwi Island AFL players really interested us. The lunch was good and my GF meal I had pre-ordered was perfect. The highlight for us was the arts centre. We had a great time printing our t shirts/ tea towels - I wanted to do mine myself and I was shown how and had everything explained but was able to produce it myself. we loved the arts centre, seeing artists working and being able to buy paintings and bird carvings at extremely good prices. A perfect day.
Collected by Evendo, Tripadvisor & Viator
2024-04-23 23:32