Hands-On Country Eco-Culture
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Port
Cairns, Australia
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Activity Level
Moderate Activity
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Excursion Type
All
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Wheelchair Accessible
No
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Starting At (prices in USD)
$200
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Minimum Age
Information Not Currently Available
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Duration
Approximately 3½ Hours
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Meals Included
Meals not included
Journey back in time, traveling by riverboat to discover a cultural landscape through the eyes of the Mandingalbay Yidinji people — the traditional inhabitants of the country that lies just across the water from the city.
Glide across Trinity Inlet past tethered yachts, leaving the city of Cairns behind to enter a stunning mangrove forest and wetlands ecosystem. Your Mandingalbay Yidinji Aboriginal guide introduces you to the physical and cultural landscape, bringing to life Aboriginal legend and lore.
The rainforest-clad mountains in the distance are your destination. Hills Creek is where sea- and freshwater meet and is your venue for a traditional welcome and smoke cleansing ceremony. Take a guided bush walk to discover foods, tools, and medicinal plants.
Please note: Tour requires a 5- to 10-minute walk to and from the departure point. Shade is limited; to avoid sunburn, wear light, long clothing suitable for use as a cover-up. Bring a hat and sunglasses; wear biodegradable sunscreen. Bring bottled water.