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HANDS ON COUNTRY ECO TOUR

3 hours
from $164 per person
  • A boat travels along a brown river winding through dense green mangroves, with mountains and a partly cloudy sky in the background.
  • A woman in a hat applies orange paint to another woman's face outdoors in a forested area.
  • Passengers sit and stand on a covered boat as it travels along a river, with greenery and hills visible in the background under a partly cloudy sky.
  • Four adults outdoors in a forested area observing and holding a small object together, smiling and engaged in conversation.
  • A group of people stand outdoors by a body of water, listening to a man in a blue shirt speaking. Some wear hats and summer clothing; trees and clouds are visible in the background.
  • A boat travels along a brown river winding through dense green mangroves, with mountains and a partly cloudy sky in the background.
  • A woman in a hat applies orange paint to another woman's face outdoors in a forested area.
  • Passengers sit and stand on a covered boat as it travels along a river, with greenery and hills visible in the background under a partly cloudy sky.
  • Four adults outdoors in a forested area observing and holding a small object together, smiling and engaged in conversation.
  • A group of people stand outdoors by a body of water, listening to a man in a blue shirt speaking. Some wear hats and summer clothing; trees and clouds are visible in the background.
Take a 3 hour journey back in time travelling by river boat to discover a cultural landscape through the eyes of the Mandingalbay Yidinji people, the traditional owners of the country that lies just across waters from the Cairns CBD.

Discover an unforgettable Indigenous cultural experience right at the doorstep of Cairns.

The Mandingalbay Yidinji (MY) people have lived in harmony with their environment for tens of thousands of years. This tour allows you to immerse yourself in the world of the MY people, visiting places of significance and sourcing native food in the rainforest. You will be welcomed with a traditional welcome to Country. MY people will personally guide you, sharing ancient knowledge and insights into Indigenous customs. Guests gain an understanding of the connection between Country and Aboriginal culture.  Incredibly, this authentic experience of Indigenous life is a short 15-minute vessel transfer from the Cairns Reef Fleet Terminal. • Departs Cairns Reef Terminal 9am–12pm  - Experience a traditional Welcome to Country • Light refreshments (tea, backed items and fresh fruit) • Includes Vessel transfers • Minimum age 5 years • Wear sturdy, flat footwear and sun protection • Bring a water bottle, sunscreen, camera and prescribed medications
  • Biting insects can occur at forested sites throughout the tour. We recommend wearing light, long sleeve shirts and pants/skirts as well as bringing along personal insect repellent.
• Operates on demand, not including Christmas Day
Start: Mooz Gelato and Juice Bar - Marina Point, 5/2 Pier Point Rd, Cairns
from $164 per person
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