LEARN FROM THE OLDEST LIVING CULTURE IN THE WORLD

You can experience the oldest living culture in the world direct from Cairns with the opening of new Indigenous tours in Tropical North Queensland. The only region with two distinct Indigenous cultures, the Aboriginal and the Torres Strait Islander people, Tropical North Queensland is home to more than 20 tour options. Tourism Tropical North Queensland CEO Mark Olsen said: “Our region has authentic cultural experiences showcasing stories around rock art, bush tucker and medicine, art, star gazing, hot springs and gorges.” cairnsgreatbarrierreef.com

Wunyami Cultural Walking Tour offers a guided journey around Wunyami (Green Island), an ancient coral cay with an equally fascinating cultural history. Join Indigenous guides and learn about the fascinating ancestorial tales of the island.

Mandingalbay Ancient Indigenous Tours offer 3-hour tours exploring ancient rainforest, coastal and estuarine landscapes. For something different, large groups are able to participate in a Deadly Dinner or overnight stays.

Strait Experience – A Strait Day is a new tour to the Torres Strait Islands. The one-day tour allows you to explore two of the more populated islands, Thursday (Waiben) and Horn (Ngarupai), as well as enjoy a scenic flight along the Cape York Peninsula.