Indigenous Cultural Beach Walk and Talk Experience
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Indigenous Cultural Beach Walk and Talk Experience
Take a cultural experience with indigenous Kuku Yalanji, the traditional custodians, from traditional spear fishing to observing native food plants and cultural medicines.
Indigenous Cultural Beach Walk and Talk Experience
The Kuku Yalanji people inhabit the region from Cooktown in the north to Chillagoe in the West and Port Douglas in the South.
As visitors arrive at Cooya Beach, a First Nations Custodian will extend a warm welcome to their traditional homeland where they continue to practice their cultural activities and maintain their cultural heritage.
Following this, the guides will explain the cultural importance of this land before introducing guests to the traditional fishing activity of spear throwing and handling, which is still practiced in the area to this day.
Next, guests will follow their First Nations guide along Cooya beach, spear in hand, while observing cultural medicine and food plants. The guides will then lead the group on a journey through the mangroves and onto the mudflats as they continue their daily spear fishing and gathering for their families.
After approximately 1.5 hours of engaging in cultural activities and coastal walking, guests will return with the guides to see Kuku Yalanji artefacts and share rare stories from their traditional lands. Additionally, visitors will have the opportunity to observe daily cultural management and education activities, further immersing themselves in the rich and vibrant culture of the Kuku Yalanji people. This a fantastic insight into the oldest indigenous culture on the planet!
With two daily departures at 9:30 am and 1:30 pm from Cooya Beach, this tour commences at 1 Palm Court Cooya Beach.
“Protecting, Practising & Sharing Our Culture”
Cultural Demonstration & Educational Tour with a local guide
Departs Daily at 9.30 am or 1.30 pm. The time of the tours depends on the tides on the day. The exact times will be confirmed with you 48 hours prior your departure.
Tour Duration: 2 Hours
Camera
Hat, Sunscreen and Sunglasses
Comfortable walking shoes
Water bottle
Sense of adventure
Meeting Point – The beach side of 1 Palm Street, Cooya Beach
Head north past Port Douglas. Next, turn right onto Boonie Doon Road, about 8.3kms past Port Douglas Road turn off. Then turn right onto Melaleuca Drive and follow around to Bougainvillea Street to Palm Street.
Finally, your tour meeting point is on the beach side of 1 Palm Street, Cooya Beach.
A medium to high level of fitness is required for this experience.
There are no refunds on this tour.
A minimum of 4 people are required for this tour to operate. Private tours are available.
Easter Monday, Queens Birthday, Christmas Day, Boxing Day, and New Year’s day incur the Private tour rate. Call us to book 07 4037 2700.
Indigenous Cultural Beach Walk and Talk Experience
Cancellation Policy
A minimum of 48 hours' notice is required to re-schedule or alter all or part of a reservation.
Cancellation fees are as follows: Strict No refund Policy for this tour
There will be no refund of any part of your tour costs should you fail to arrive at a scheduled tour departure time. Tour departures may not be delayed due to passenger circumstances - including events beyond your control, medical problems, airline delays, weather etc.
All passengers are strongly advised to purchase comprehensive travel insurance that includes trip cancellation insurance, evacuation and medical cover.
Terms And Conditions
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Children’s prices are from 4 – 12 years of age
Please call to confirm your trip 48 hours in advance on +61 7 4037 2700
All bookings - Minimum 4 Adults to operate a tour.
Guests are required to bring their own medications, water bottles, sunscreen and insect repellent.
We DO NOT have toilet facilities - public toilets are located at the northern end of the beach.
Transfers are not available. You need to make your own way to Cooya Beach.
We are not liable for changes to tours, pricing or itineraries; all of which are subject to change without notice.
Neither this site, nor any associated company or agent advertised through this site is responsible for your costs or losses resulting from alterations, cancellations, loss of personal belongings, property damage, delay or personal injury.
All passengers are strongly advised to purchase comprehensive travel insurance that includes trip cancellation insurance, evacuation and medical cover. Please read the wording of your insurance policy carefully and ensure it covers you for all potential activities. In a medical emergency, any evacuation, vessel relocation, medical or other expenses are the financial responsibility of that passenger.
Please inform us of any special requirements prior to your date of travel; such as dietary requirements, allergies, mobility and disability issues. This can be done in the 'Booking Message' section of your online reservation or by contacting our friendly reservations team
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