DESCRIPTION
Don’t miss out on the Dreamtime Gorge Walk when you visit the Mossman Gorge in Tropical North Queensland! This must do activity takes visitors on a journey through the rainforest to gain access to sacred Indigenous land. Here the stories and legends of the local Kuku Yalanji culture on this guided 90 minute walk led by Indigenous elders.
The walk begins with a traditional smoking ceremony following by an easy walk through the rainforest past rainforest streams to sacred ceremonial sites. See how soap and ochre paint are made and enjoy a bush tea and damper. You will also learn about various plants and bush tucker throughout the tour. This small group walking tour gives visitors an insight into the Indigenous culture and a guided walk of the Mossman Gorge. Walks are held at scheduled times throughout the day.
Book your Dreamtime Gorge Walk online today to discover the stories of the Mossman Gorge!
Inclusions
- 90 Minute tour
- Experienced Indigenous guides
- Exclusive access to Kuku Yalanji land
- Stories of the Kuku Yalanji culture & traditions
- Traditional smoking ceremony
- Soap & ochre paint making demonstration
- Bush tea & damper
Exclusions
- Transfers
Highlights
- Intimate group tour (Approx 15 guests)
- You are welcomed with a traditional ‘smoking’ ceremony that cleanses and wards off bad spirits
- The walk then meanders through stunning rainforest and takes in traditional huts or humpies
- Your experienced interpretive Indigenous guide demonstrates traditional plant use, identify bush food sources and provide an enchanting narrative of the rainforest and their special relationship with this unique tropical environment
- Your guide demonstrates traditions like making bush soaps and ochre painting. At the end of the tour enjoy traditional bush tea and damper
Time
- Tours depart at 10am, 11am, 12pm, 1pm & 2pm
- 212 Mossman Gorge Rd, Mossman Gorge
- Complimentary shuttle bus is available from the Mossman Gorge Centre and will take you to the heart of the Gorge. Departs every 15 minutes, between 8am and 5.30pm daily
What To Bring
- Insect repellent
- Light weight cotton clothing
- Hat
- Sunscreen
- A comfortable pair of walking shoes
- Umbrella/Poncho
Additional Information
- Level/Grade of the walks – Easy
- Wheelchair accessibility – No
Booking Information
- Confirmation in the form of a tour voucher will be received at time of booking
- Upon completion of purchase, please print the voucher and present on day of the experience
- Mobile Vouchers are accepted! – Vouchers can also be presented on your mobile device for this attraction
- For your information, complete Tour Operator Information including contact details is included on your tour voucher
- Availability was accurate at the time of booking however, is subject to change due to circumstances out of our control. We strongly suggest reconfirming your booking with the tour operator within 24 hours of making your booking and prior to making other travel arrangements
