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Walkabout Cultural Adventures - Ngana Julaymba Dungay Half Day
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Walkabout Cultural Adventures - Ngana Julaymba Dungay Half Day

By Walkabout Cultural Adventures
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Ages 0-80, max of 11 per group
Duration: 4h 30m
Start time: Check availability
Mobile ticket
Live guide: English
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  • morning/afternoon tea and bottled water
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Entry/Admission - Mossman Gorge


Start:Multiple pickup locations offered.
  • Option 1
    Port Douglas QLD, Australia
    We can advise a central location to meet the tour
  • Option 2
    Mossman QLD 4873, Australia
    We can advise a central location to meet the tour
  • Option 3
    Stewart Street, Stewart St, Daintree QLD 4873, Australia
    We can advise a central location to meet the tour
Pickup details
  • We can pick up from your accommodation in Port Douglas, Mossman and Daintree Village, for all others, we can arrange a pick up / meeting location.
Hotel pickup offered
During checkout you will be able to select from the list of included hotels.
    Additional pickup options
    During checkout you will be able to select from the list of included pickup points.
    • Mandalay Luxury Apartments, Garrick St & Beryl St, Port Douglas QLD 4877, Australia
    • Villa San Michele, 39/41 Macrossan St, Port Douglas QLD 4877, Australia
    • By The Sea Port Douglas, 72 Macrossan St, Port Douglas QLD 4877, Australia
    • Niramaya Villas & Spa, 1 Bale Dr, Port Douglas QLD 4877, Australia
    • Shantara Resort Port Douglas, 27-31 Davidson St, Port Douglas QLD 4877, Australia
    • Beach Terraces Holiday Apartments, 15-17 Garrick St, Port Douglas QLD 4877, Australia
    • Mantra PortSea Port Douglas, 76 Davidson St, Port Douglas QLD 4877, Australia
    • Mantra Heritage Port Douglas, 16 Warner St, Port Douglas QLD 4877, Australia
    • Mantra Aqueous Port Douglas, 3 Davidson St, Port Douglas QLD 4877, Australia
    • Silkari Lagoons Port Douglas, 2 Langley Rd, Port Douglas QLD 4877, Australia
    • Peppers Beach Club Port Douglas, 20/22 Davidson St, Port Douglas QLD 4877, Australia
    • Palmer Sea Reef Golf Course, Old Port Rd, Port Douglas QLD 4877, Australia
    • Paradise Links Resort Port Douglas, 70 Nautilus St, Port Douglas QLD 4877, Australia
    End:This activity ends back at the meeting point.

      • Infant seats available
      • Not wheelchair accessible
      If you have questions about accessibility, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 180529P4

      • Most travellers can participate
      • This experience requires good weather. If it’s cancelled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
      • This experience requires a minimum number of travellers. If it’s cancelled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund
      • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 11 travellers

      • For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.

      If you have questions about this tour or need help making your booking, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 180529P4

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      • Walkabout Cultural Adventures
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        Joined in June 2010
      • PeteP738
        0 contributions
        5.0 of 5 bubbles
        Absoteluly wonderful!
        We had an amazing time with our guide Aaron and the group. We discovered the world of bush medicine and ancient aboriginal history. Stunning views and a lot of interesting information. 5/5 would recommend!
        Written 4 December 2024
      • 169fionap
        0 contributions
        5.0 of 5 bubbles
        Exceptional and life-changing
        This tour is a must. If you're Australian, this tour will bring you closer to your own country. It will show you an Australia you never knew and will leave you wanting to know more. You'll marvel at Aaron's knowledge of plants, animals and landmarks and at how the Eastern Kuku Yalanji people used this cultural knowledge to survive for thousands of years. It will deepen your respect for our Indigenous peoples, their knowledge and culture. If you're from overseas, it's a great introduction to Australian Indigenous culture and the beauty of the Southern Daintree Rainforest area.
        Written 2 December 2024
      • chelsearQ9771HY
        0 contributions
        5.0 of 5 bubbles
        Wonderful
        Loved this experience! Got to learn about so many different fruits and herbs and how they could be used as medicine. Learned how to through a spear and got to swim at the beautiful Mossman Gorge.
        Written 23 November 2024
      • rodeliz1
        0 contributions
        5.0 of 5 bubbles
        A real hands on back to nature experience.
        If you want to explore and experience the Real Australia and find out more about the wonders of the Aboriginal people then this is the trip for you. Our guide Aaron had a wealth of local knowledge from foods, medicines, paints and Crocs!! He was so friendly and helpful. I was also lucky to share my experience with other lovely group members from all over the world. Thus trip offers real value for money and memories that will last with you forever đź‘Ś
        Written 29 October 2024
      • melskn
        0 contributions
        5.0 of 5 bubbles
        Do this tour for ultimate cultural understanding. Knowing & understanding the culture is a sign of respect - recommended
        Aaron looked after our group and brought a great level of knowledge and humour. Aaron was sure to include everyone and struck a healthy balance of both professionalism and a personable approach.
        Written 26 October 2024
      • D3890KRstevef
        0 contributions
        5.0 of 5 bubbles
        Had the very BEST time!
        Hands down the best tour I have taken! Aaron, our host/guide was fantastic, and his local knowledge was super apparent as he responded to questions and queries by fitting in answers and demonstrations on the fly. He showed first hand his deep learnings from his cultural heritage and knew precisely where to go/look for flora and fauna Aaron's personality is wonderful and he made EVERYONE feel comfortable and special. A top guide and a top bloke. I HIGHLY recommend these tours! Thanks Aaron, will seek you again next trip! Cheers, Steve.
        Written 8 September 2024
      • Trip525132
        0 contributions
        5.0 of 5 bubbles
        The best tour ever
        This walkabout tour was the highlight of my trip up north, from Victoria. Aaron was such a wonderful friendly leader: full of great humor, incredible information and spotting things the rest of us would have walked past. We had the most interesting day, filled our bellies with delicious native fruits, lunch and home made damper. Yum. We tested native plants for their medicinal properties and swam in the healing waters at Mossman Gorge. Saw a crocodile as well as other local animals. I can't speak highly enough about the tour and the life and joy Aaron brought to it. Thanks so much, Carole
        Written 7 September 2024
      • Travel599529
        0 contributions
        4.0 of 5 bubbles
        Highly recommended tour
        Our guide, Aaron was friendly, professional and great at sharing his cultural knowledge of the rainforest country. We really enjoyed the tour and highly recommend it. He even produced a couple of Cassowaries much to our delight!
        Written 14 July 2024
      • A8180LZandreab
        0 contributions
        5.0 of 5 bubbles
        Totally awesome
        The full day Walkabout cultural tour with Aaron was fabulous. It was fun, Informative, casually paced and above all else, Aaron was a super friendly, considerate & knowledgable tour guide. His bush tucker & bush medicine knowledge is amazing. Thoroughly recommend it. Cheers Andrea & Mali - Melbourne
        Written 12 July 2024
      • denisecQ3571SH
        0 contributions
        5.0 of 5 bubbles
        Must to do tour!!
        This is a must to do tour if you are in Port Douglas or around. I loved my day catching crabs, the amazing landscapes that Juan show us, the stories… Everything was perfect! It was the highlight of my trip, highly recommend this tour!!
        Written 30 June 2024
      • 72toddc
        0 contributions
        5.0 of 5 bubbles
        Awesome Experience!!
        What an awesome experience! Aaron was entertaining, informative and awesome! He worked so hard to make the tour the best for everyone! I highly recommend him!
        Written 21 June 2024
      • Ruel G
        0 contributions
        5.0 of 5 bubbles
        Great Tour
        Had a great day with tour guide with Aron, he is very knowledgeable and helpful. Learned a lot about traditional medicine.
        Written 20 June 2024
      • maciasm1983
        0 contributions
        5.0 of 5 bubbles
        No one does it better than Walkabout Cultural Adventures!
        What a time we had with Juan and all he showed us. It was such a fun time and knowledgeable experience. Will be doing it again for sure on my next time to Port Douglas.
        Written 6 June 2024
      • elliewK5467OW
        0 contributions
        5.0 of 5 bubbles
        Do it!
        A truly wonderful experience. I learnt a lot about traditional bush medicines of the area. If you're going to do a tour of the Daintree/Julaymba - be guided by someone who's family have been the traditional custodians of the land for tens of thousands of years. Doesn't get much better than that.
        Written 4 May 2024
      • karal675
        0 contributions
        5.0 of 5 bubbles
        A wonderful family day
        A wonderful tour with the most generous guide Aaron. He shared his knowledge and in depth understanding of this special place in the most heartfelt and engaging tour we have done as a family. Our 14 yr old son throughly enjoyed the day .
        Written 25 April 2024
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      Jay W
      Melbourne13 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      A friend recommended this tour to us, & I will now be recommending it to all who travel to FNQ as a must-do. We went out with our boys aged 4 & 8 and although some parts were really out of their usual comfort zone, Juan was so engaging and quietly chugged them along. We had an incredible day & Juan has gifted us with stories we will share for the rest of our life.
      Written 11 May 2021
      This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.
      ...you guys were great, got in and gave it all a go! Learning every step of the way. Thank you for coming on tour with me
      Written 12 May 2021
      This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.

      nicthehungryhippo
      Greater Sydney, Australia3 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      June 2021 • Family
      Juan and Harry gave us the unique opportunity to learn about and participate in the stories and practices of the Kuku Yalanji people. As an Australian interested in indigenous culture this has been my favourite Aboriginal cultural experience. There is acknowledgment of the past and losses that have resulted, but the focus is on the joy that remains in the knowledge and practices that remain intact. There is plenty of general local history and knowledge shared too.

      My family and I felt that Juan was inviting us into his home as a guest or extended family member. Thanks Juan. We were privileged to get this experience with you. The crab we caught with Harry, and that you cooked for us, was pretty good too. I can still taste the chilli sauce.
      Written 29 June 2021
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      Thank you for sharing your review, and thank you for touring with us... we love what we do, and love sharing with interested people such as yourselves
      Written 30 June 2021
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      Norton W
      1 contribution
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Sept 2022
      Great. Aaron seemed to be able to spot a stick insect at 200m. He was gregarious humorous, knowledgeable, and focused on ensuring we had a memorable experience. On our behalf he exposed himself to a nest of green ants to demonstrate their value. We missed seeing a Casowary, but saw things others could not see from 30cm away. If you get the chance dont miss it.
      Written 12 September 2022
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      Cheers guys, thank you... yeah Aaron is quick to spot wildlife, he loves getting out and about, and specially over that side of the Daintree river.
      Written 13 September 2022
      This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.

      Vicki H
      13 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Nov 2020
      The tour guide, Aaron helped to make the tour very memorable. He was punctual, professional, polite, engaging and entertaining. The information provided was relevant to the rainforests of northern Queensland. The bush tucker and bush medicine examples also enabled us to extend our knowledge. Morning tea was also scrumptious. Congratulations on a highly professional tour experience.
      Written 10 November 2020
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      Thanks you so much for your comments. We are very proud of our culture and country and it was a pleasure for us to take you out and show you some Kuku Yalanji culture and knowledge. I will be sure to pass on your feedback to Aaron.
      Written 12 December 2020
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      Nickontour
      3 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Dec 2020 • Couples
      Aaron was a great guide. Friendly, funny, passionate & really keen to share his depth of knowledge. He found stories & information to share in everything we saw, stopping in unexpected places to show details & surprises. Learned so much in a half-day tour.

      The tour covered a wide area from Daintree to Mossman & the dip in the Gorge was an excellent refresher.

      It’s so important for all visitors to find & support aboriginal-owned & run businesses. The future of our environment depends on understanding & respecting traditional ownership & management.

      (And because most reviews seem to mention the food available, Juan’s mother’s damper was outstanding. Want that secret recipe!)

      Thanks Juan & Aaron. Love your work!
      Written 18 December 2020
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      haha, thanks guys! This region is such a great destination, with so much to share... thank you for coming on tour and providing the opportunity for us to share with you.
      Written 18 December 2020
      This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.

      Amber
      Sydney, Australia2 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Dec 2021
      If you do nothing else in FNQ - this is a must! Exceptional day on this tour with Juan, who embraced and engaged our 4 children with his rich knowledge and experience and deep connection to country. We were all left in awe of his stories shared, bush tucker and bush medicine, along with exhilarating activities through mangroves, water and forrests. Thank you Juan - we are all much richer (and much more informed!) for having had the day with you.
      Written 31 December 2021
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      That's so good to hear guys, thank you! It feels rewarding knowing that all ages learn something, I enjoy seeing families engage with what we have to share
      Written 3 January 2022
      This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.

      margaretwebb
      Melbourne, Australia21 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Juan our guide was so passionate about his life and job you couldn’t help get fully involved with what he was saying and doing. He was so keen to share his knowledge about his people and family.
      Loved wading at Cooya Beach, catching and eating mud crabs and walking in Mossman Gorge. Fantastic value for money!
      This was a real highlight of our trip to the area. Highly recommended!
      Margaret and Brian Webb
      Written 18 August 2022
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      thank you... that is nice to hear!
      Written 19 August 2022
      This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.

      Matt E
      Las Vegas, NV9 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Sept 2023 • Family
      A brilliant way to engage with rich indigenous culture and history. Our family loves spending time with Juan, exploring his traditional lands and learning some basic skills based on deep knowledge, which has been passed down over generations. Highly recommend this experience to discover the food, medicine, history and creatures that dwell in the mudflats, the creeks and mangroves. And one big crocodile!
      Written 28 September 2023
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      A day out on Kuku Yalanji country with a family like yourselves makes for a fun day for us! Thanks for touring
      Written 30 September 2023
      This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.

      Chiara C
      2 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Nov 2021 • Friends
      My sister and I had a truly amazing time on the Ngana Julaymba Dungay tour with our tour guide Harry. We learnt so much about the Kuku Yalanji People and their rich language, culture and land. We had so much fun learning to spear mud crab and eating delicious damper. We loved learning about all the bush food and medicine and enjoying trying some of them. The tour ended with a swim the Mossman Gorge which was incredible. I highly recommend this tour and connecting with and learning about the Kuku Yalanji People and their land.
      Written 13 November 2021
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      Thank you, we are glad you came on tour with us and experienced what we had to share with you.
      Written 14 November 2021
      This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.

      India
      2 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Oct 2022 • Friends
      Juan was an amazing tour guide, a great communicator and storyteller. It was amazing to be on Kuku Yalanji Country and learn more about the local Peoples, flora, fauna and environment.

      Spear throwing, swimming in Mossman Gorge and eating damper were also highlights.
      Written 3 October 2022
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      Makes for a good day hey! thanks for coming out with us
      Written 4 October 2022
      This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.

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