Experience Australia's rich Aboriginal history and culture on this hands-on full-day adventure tour from Cairns or Port Douglas. Learn traditional Aboriginal hunting and gathering techniques as you walk along ancient ancestral trails searching for crabs, fish and mussels. This exciting, interactive tour through the World Heritage-listed Daintree Rainforest provides a great insight into Australia's indigenous heritage and combines culture and nature with lots of fun.
Highlights
- Experience Aboriginal culture with the Kubirri Warra brothers
- Scenic coastal drive to Cooya Beach
- Learn traditional Aboriginal hunting techniques
- Rainforest walk and swim at Mossman Gorge
- Aboriginal art experience at Janbal Gallery
- Lunch at the Mossman Gorge Centre
- Friendly and informative guide
- Traveling in a small group for a unique and intimate experience
- Hotel pickup and drop off from Cairns, Northern Beaches and Port Douglas
Recent Photos of this Tour
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StingrayBrandon caught that stingray pretty easily - very impressive!Photo by: Patricia P
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Paradise in Cooina BeachVery relaxing scenery, really enjoyable even if we were very lucky fishing!Photo by: Patricia P
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Mangrove walkLooking for shellfish and crabsPhoto by: Patricia P
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Hubby Spear-fishingUsing traditional hand-made toolsPhoto by: Patricia P
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Spearfishing 2We got to eat what we caught later on - we didn't eat much!Photo by: Anonymous
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CrocCroc on the Daintree River CruisePhoto by: Anonymous
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MangrovesLooking for mussels and crabs in the mangrovesPhoto by: Anonymous
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Niau FallsPlenty of time for a swim at Niau FallsPhoto by: Anonymous
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RainforestThe rainforest walk on the way to Niau FallsPhoto by: Anonymous
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Niau Falls 2Niau FallsPhoto by: Anonymous
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FishingTrying to spear fish on the beach, not very successful!Photo by: Anonymous
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SpearfishingLearning to fishPhoto by: Anonymous
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Daintree RiverDaintree RiverPhoto by: Anonymous
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DaintreeThe rainforest walk on the way to Niau FallsPhoto by: Anonymous
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Beach walkWalking along the beach learning about the plants and trees with one of the Kubirri Warra brothersPhoto by: Anonymous
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Niau FallsNiau FallsPhoto by: Anonymous
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What You Can Expect
Daintree Dreaming Day Tour
Travel along one of Australia's most scenic coastal drives as you head north of Port Douglas to Cooya Beach, where one of the Kubirri Warra brothers will teach you how to throw a spear and other Aboriginal hunting techniques. Walk with the brothers on their traditional lands, whilst stalking and observing wildlife and the surrounding country. Learn how to track and hunt for fish, mud crabs and mussels through the mangroves, and try bush tucker and bush medicines.
Enjoy morning tea of fresh homemade damper, tea, coffee and your catch of the day on the balcony of their family home, overlooking the ocean. The brothers demonstrate different Aboriginal artifacts and their uses, and will maybe teach you how to play a didgeridoo.
You will continue north to the township of Mossman, where you'll visit the Janbal Gallery for a truly unique Aboriginal experience. Learn about the Dreamtime and the authentic arts and crafts made by the local Kuku Yalanji. Lunch is at the Mossman Gorge Centre, at the edge of the Mossman Rainforest, where you can also explore the gallery which is filled with artwork from prominent and emerging artists of the area.
Next, you'll be exploring the World Heritage Listed Daintree National Park, one of the world's oldest and most beautiful rainforests. Enjoy an interpretive walk across boardwalks, tracks and bridges that protects the delicate ecosystem of beautiful waterfalls and rich flora and fauna of Mossman Gorge. Your guide will explain the eco system of this pristine rainforest. Special access has been given to a swimming area of Mossman Gorge that most are usually not permitted. Ensure you bring your swimmers/bathers so you are able to make the most of this beautiful private hole that is encased by rainforest.
Please note, this tour is interactive and not suitable for those with limited mobility. A reasonable level of fitness is required to fully enjoy the experience.
Customer Reviews
January 2013
This was an amazing tour. We had Darryl as our tour guide--can not imagine anyone better. He was raised with the aboriginal culture and knew both our artist and our spear fisherman personally. The tour through the rainforest was fascinating,Link taught us about medicinal plants
August 2012
Was an awesome day out. The guide was fantastic, and all the activities are a lot of fun. Great value for money. Was the best day of my holiday.
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