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Walkabout Cultural Adventures - Ngana Kulkinga Dungay Full Day

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Port Douglas, AU

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Immerse yourself in the rich culture and breathtaking landscapes of Kuku Yalanji country with Walkabout Cultural Adventures - Ngana Kulkinga Dungay Full Day tour. Led by a knowledgeable local Aboriginal guide, you will embark on a journey through the World Heritage Daintree rainforest, exploring the significant sights and attractions between Port Douglas and Cape Tribulation. Gain insight into the history, traditions, and deep connection the Kuku Yalanji people have with their land. Marvel at the world's oldest living rainforest, discover natural wonders, traverse coastal habitats, and learn about the various foods and medicines derived from nature. Experience the thrill of swimming in pristine freshwater streams before returning to your accommodation. This full-day adventure offers a true cultural immersion, allowing you to appreciate the beauty and significance of this captivating region.

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Free Cancellation For a full refund cancel at least before the start of your booking
Admission Included
8 hours
Suitable for 1-11 Participants
Small Group Tour, Private Tour
Guided Experience

Highlights

Explore Kuku Yalanji country and learn about the culturally significant sights
Walk through the world's oldest living rainforest
Learn about the Aboriginal connection to the land and traditional practices
Experience the stunning Cape Tribulation beach and reef
Sample bush tucker and swim in pristine freshwater streams

Included

Lunch
Air-conditioned vehicle

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Introduction

Immerse yourself in the rich culture and natural wonders of Kuku Yalanji country with the Walkabout Cultural Adventures - Ngana Kulkinga Dungay Full Day tour. Led by a knowledgeable local Aboriginal guide, this tour takes you on a fascinating journey through the World Heritage-listed Daintree rainforest, revealing the deep connections the Kuku Yalanji people have with their land.

What to expect?

Prepare to be amazed as you embark on a 480-minute adventure, experiencing the diverse environments between Port Douglas and Cape Tribulation. Cross the majestic Daintree River by cable car ferry and delve into the heart of the rainforest. With guided walks along boardwalks and beaches, you'll discover the traditional practices of the Kuku Yalanji Aboriginal people, including the identification of plants, bush foods, and medicines. Learn about the marine life and the fringing Great Barrier Reef coastline, truly understanding the precious ecosystems of the area.

Who is this for?

This tour is perfect for all nature enthusiasts, cultural explorers, and history buffs looking to deepen their understanding of the Australian Aboriginal culture and the unique environment of the Daintree rainforest. Whether you're a solo traveler, a couple on a romantic getaway, or a family seeking an educational adventure, this experience promises to ignite your curiosity and leave you with a newfound appreciation for the land and its people.

Why book this?

As you journey through Kuku Yalanji country, this tour offers a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to gain an insider's perspective on the history, traditions, and cultural practices of the local Aboriginal people. Led by experienced Aboriginal guides who possess a deep connection to their land, you'll gain insights and knowledge not found in any guidebook. This immersive experience allows you to walk through the world's oldest living rainforest, witness breathtaking natural wonders, and even sample some bush tucker. By booking this tour, you'll support the local Aboriginal community and contribute to the preservation of their cultural heritage.

Good to know

Prepare to be amazed by the beauty of Cape Tribulation, renowned as the place where the rainforest meets the reef. Take in the awe-inspiring views of the fringing reef and rainforest from the iconic Cape Tribulation Beach. The tour includes a refreshing swim at one of the pristine freshwater streams in the area, providing the perfect opportunity to cool off and connect with nature. Make sure to bring your camera to capture the breathtaking scenery and treasured memories.

Reviews

Travelers who have embarked on the Walkabout Cultural Adventures - Ngana Kulkinga Dungay Full Day tour rave about the enriching experience they had. They praise the knowledgeable Aboriginal guides for their captivating storytelling and profound insights into the local culture. Visitors are particularly impressed by the opportunity to learn about traditional practices, identify unique plants and their uses, and sample bush tucker. This tour truly offers a deep appreciation for the Kuku Yalanji people's connection to the land and the efforts made to preserve their cultural heritage. Reviews consistently highlight this tour as a must-do for anyone seeking a unique and enlightening adventure in the heart of the Daintree rainforest.

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How long before the event do I need to book?

You can book at any time before the event

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At least one adult or senior required per booking

Meeting point & End point

Your Itinerary

Daintree River

Cross over the majestic Daintree river by cable car ferry.

Daintree National Park

Explore the area as you travel along and up to Cape Tribulation, driving through the Daintree National Park and stopping to experience the different environments with guided walks along boardwalks and beaches, from coastal to rainforest environments. Learning about the local Kuku Yalanji Aboriginal traditional practises, identification of plants, bush foods and medicines, and the cultural connection to the area. Learning of the marine life and fringing Great Barrier Reef coastline.

Daintree National Park

Where the "rainforest meets the reef". Explore the Cape Tribulation area, coastal and rainforest learning the Aboriginal connection to the land, the rainforest and the traditional practises of utilising the resources i.e. bush medicines, foods, plant uses.

Admission Included

Cape Tribulation Beach

Renowned as the place where the rainforest meets the reef, standing on the beach you look our to the fringing reef and rainforest that meets the bay

Cape Tribulation

Renowned as the place where the rainforest meets the reef

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Reviews

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elliewK5467OW

A truly wonderful experience. I learnt a lot about traditional bush medicines of the area. If you're going to do a tour of the Daintree/Julaymba - be guided by someone who's family have been the traditional custodians of the land for tens of thousands of years. Doesn't get much better than that.

TexasHomey

Oh my goodness- had very low expectations doing a "group" tour. It was incredible, but only because we had an amazing guide- Aaron. If you do this tour, you MUST ask for him. He was so fun and knowledgeable. We had an incredible day seeing things through his eyes. We tasted green ants, a plant that cures cancer, some other plants that also cured things...he was just a blast. Our group was fun, too, so that helped, but Aaron made it the fabulous tour that it was.

justinemorgantravel

Had the best time with eagle eyes Aaron, we would not have had the same experience if we drove ourselves. Aaron was an awesome guide and it was like a good mate showing you around his hometown. He spotted a family of cassowaries 200m up a side road while driving in the rain, tiny stick insects that smelt like peppermint, ants that cure a cold, leaves that turn into soap, took us to the best Daintree icecream place.. he even spotted a Boyd’s forest dragon hanging on a tree. We had such a good time. I would highly recommend choosing this tour over any other Daintree tour because Aaron honestly made our day, we didn’t feel like we were on a strict itinerary more like a really great day out with a local legend. We will definitely be back to do the other tour next time.

michaelmJ4009ZT

The tour was a real treat. Aaron, our guide, was exceptional - so original, authentic, and informative.

svblight

The booking process and communication with Walkabout Cultural Adventures was very easy. We were part of a small group of 8 collected from our hotel. Our guide, for the day was Aaron, who was absolutely fantastic. He was a fountain of knowledge about the Daintree Forest. We marvelled as he encouraged us to eat green ants, as he magically made shampoo from leaves and identified various birds and plant life during the day. The highlight was when he spotted a young cassowary, just as we had given up hope of seeing one in the wild. Aaron made the day very special and left us with many happy memories of our time in Daintree.

PTAmos

An excellent immersion in indigenous local knowledge of the Daintree Rain Forest. Our guide Aaron shared his incredible local knowhow on plants and their medicinal properties. To see the Rain Forest through the eyes of a local First Nations person was a true privilege. Aaron showed us and allowed us try and taste the wonderful bounty of the Rain Forest while warning is of things not to touch.

VivienneH0ll0way

Aaron’s special understanding of the Daintree, and his generosity meant that we were able to see and experience the animals and plants of the rainforest in a way we would never find on our own. He shared the medicinal properties of so many of the plants and knew exactly where to spot the animals in the wild. Try the fruits. Some are yum, some are eek! But all are likely to be things you’ve never experienced before. The experience was a true privilege. Thank you!

krbaiocchi

We had a great tour with Aaron. It ended up just being us, so basically a private tour. We stopped all sorts of places and learned all sorts of interesting things. We did several hikes, one to a woman’s site and another in the rainforest. We had a great lunch with some local exotic fruit. Really great.

Natalie_B

We are three friends who joined the Ngana Kulkinga Dungay tour. It was fantastic. Aaron was our guide; a super friendly and enthusiastic, indigenous man born and raised in the rainforest area. Aaron taught us about his native medicine its healing properties and purposes. It was a privilege to have him as our guide and to learn about indigenous culture which is so rich and full of wisdom and knowledge. This tour was exactly what we were looking for and we were so pleased with the experience. Thank you Walkabout and Aaron for the education and for sharing with us your land.

Jazmyn_S

Aaron was exceptionally welcoming and worked hard to give us the best experience due to our time constraints. Even after growing up in Australia, i was astonished by the amount of native plants at our doorstep that can be used for medicinal and consumption purposes. Aarons knowledge of the area and its history provided such unique experience and i would highly recommend it for all ages.

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