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As the sun sets low over the Great Dividing Range to the west of Cairns, Meet your guide and push off from Cairns Marina in our new, covered River Cruise vessel, bound for East Trinity Reserve. Cruise across from the Marina to discover an Indigenous Protected Area where ancient knowledge meets science to deliver world-first conservation programs.
Cruise along an avenue of ancient mangrove forests. Upon arrival at the Stingray Shelter, enjoy the ancient Mandingalbay custom of a Welcoming to Country and Smoking Cleansing Ceremony. Listen to our Mandingalbay Yidinji rangers speak of ancient language, practices and learn about traditional tools, instruments and weapons made from the land.
Canapes and beverages will be served throughout the evening by our team.
After the event, cruise quietly through the beautiful mangrove lined waterways back into Cairns, revealing the beauty of the city lights from a completely different perspective.
Nothing compares to this unique night time experience.
Finger Wharf C at the Cairns Marlin Marina
WHAT TO BRING
Camera and any prescribed medications – all food, drinks are provided.
WHAT TO WEAR
Sturdy, covered flat footwear, insect repellent personal, warm clothes/jacket if traveling between May and November
GROUP BOOKINGS ONLY
For Tours & Transfers cancellation fees are as follows:
• 24 hours or more prior to booked tour or transfer date: Nil
• Within 24 hours prior to booked tour or transfer date: cancellation of any tours or transfers held inside 24 hours of tour or transfer booking date incurs a cancellation fee of full rate per confirmed tour or transfer, per person.
(b) Cancellation fees are payable within 14 days of the cancellation. If a deposit has been paid or credit card details have been supplied to guarantee the booking, the cancellation fee will be deducted from the deposit and the balance of the deposit will be returned to the participant or cancellation fees will be charged to the credit card supplied.
(c) No refund will be made in circumstances where a participant fails to load on the day of the tour or transfer or leaves a tour or transfer during its operation. If MAIT or its designated tour operator cancels a tour or transfer prior to departure, the participant will receive a full refund of monies paid to MAIT or its designated tour operators (as applicable).
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Shantel N
a week agoHighlight of our visit. After leaving Cairns pier, in a few short minutes you see a contrasting perspective of the natural beauty, cultural and environmental significance of their lands. We toured the waterways and tropical rainforest while learning about the ecological and traditional use of many rainforest species and the important work the they are leading to protect this beautiful part of the world. We also spotted two crocodiles and had some great laughs. Lovely day on the water and in the rainforest.
Gary V
a week agoThis is an excellent tour, with friendly, engaging, and informative traditional owner guides. I was grateful for their welcome to the land that their families have lived on for generations, and for the insights they shared with us. As someone who has had a long-term interest in Australian cultural history, I valued being able hold and learn about the manufacture of traditional items and wares. It’s one thing to read about and see items in books and museums, but quite another to hold and learn about manufacture from people who know how it’s done. Feeling the weight of a bloodwood club, holding a rock-hard piece of tree resin that can be heated and manipulated to haft an axe or join blades to form an X-shaped boomerang, seeing how a woomera is actually used – wow! There’s nothing like “hands on” to really gain understanding. I highly recommend this tour to anyone visiting Cairns. For me, it was the highlight of our time here. Yeah, there’s the reef, and the rainforest, but there is so much more here in Cairns – take a glimpse of the depth of Australian culture that Mandingalbay tours offers you and gain a fresh perspective of Australia’s quite chequered post-European history. Along with meeting some great people, it will (hopefully) also leave you with much to think about afterwards, and I mean that in a very positive sense.
Louise Titulaer
5 months agoWe just spent a wonderful morning sharing and experiencing a terrific Eco tour. Well organised ,easy access onto an open boat, travelled across the Cairns harbour to the inlet , learning all the time from the very informative guides, Alicia. We even saw crocodiles, as well as many beautiful local birds , and wildlife. Landed at a stunning shelter beside the Bund/wall. So much to learn and see. A comfortable and again informative drive to the Ranger station, where we partook in a welcome to country , smoking ceremony. Another great guide Vic , explained , taught and regaled us with great information. A terrific interesting walk up through native plants , trees , bush foods to a midden. Finished with a lovely fresh morning tea. A terrific experience all around A superb way to learn and share some indigenous culture. Thankyou all
Rhonda Smyrk
2 weeks agoWe had a fabulous time on this true Indigenous Tour. 9am - Midday one. Definitely recommend people do this. The Indigenous ladies who took us on this tour are a wealth of information, with a sense of humour and fun caring nature. Thank you for teaching us many traditional Indigenous customs Rhonda & Cate
Joanne Norris
a week agoWhat a truly special tour, the guides are incredibly knowledgeable about nature and the land and extremely friendly. The walk was beautiful and I learnt so much. A must do when you are in Cairns!