• Aboriginal culture, Mandingalbay Authentic Indigenous Tours is 100% Indigenous owned and operated.
• Authentic tour guided by the Traditional Owners
• Accessibility: only 15min River Cruise departing from Cairns Marlin Marina
• Small group touring

Learn Aboriginal culture and enjoy a 3 hour journey back in time. You’ll travel by river boat from the Cairns Marina to discover a cultural landscape through the eyes of the Mandingalbay Yidinji people, the traditional owners of the country that lies just across the waters of Trinity Inlet.

Come and meet the Mandingalbay (MAN-DIN-GUL-PIE) Yidinji people

We the Mandingalbay Yidinji people are the Traditional Owners of both land and sea Country and have been living on the edge of the Great Barrier Reef amongst the Wet Tropics World Heritage rainforest for thousands of years, please join us to learn about our Aboriginal culture.

We have been recognised as the Traditional Owners and custodians of this land by Native Title since 2006.

Our Aboriginal Cultural tours and events provide visitors to Cairns and Tropical North Queensland with the chance to experience ancient lands through ancient hands.

Mandingalbay Yidinji Guides cover topics of cultural significance, and lead interpretative walks, showcasing traditional use of natural resources used for medicinal purposes and sustenance. 

Aboriginal Culture - Tour Information

Imagine – gliding across Trinity Inlet past tethered yachts and wetlands into the expanse of the World Heritage listed Great Barrier Reef region.

In the distance, rainforest clad mountains soar – today’s destination.

Turn up Hills Creek, where salty sea and mountain freshwaters meet, arriving to a Welcome to Country and Smoking Ceremony.

After a short bus ride, walk the Mayi Bugan Rainforest Trail with Indigenous Guides to discover native foods and bush medicines, ancient Aboriginal traditions, customs, and artefacts.

Enjoy light refreshments surrounded by the sounds of nature before returning to the Marina.

Incredibly this authentic Indigenous experience that reveals ancient secrets is only 15 minutes from Cairns.

Tour Languages Offered

• English

Departs From

Cairns

Departure Time

Check in 8.30am - Departs 9.00am - Returns 12.00pm

Departure Instructions

All passengers are required to check in 30 minutes prior to departure at Mooz Gelato and Juice Bar - Marina Point, 5/2 Pier Point Road. Returning 12pm

Months of Operation

January - December

Days of Operation

Monday, Wednesday, Friday

Duration

3 hours

Fitness Level Required

Low

• Hat, Water bottle, Sunscreen, Mosquito repellent, toiletries, spare clothes, covered shoes, towel and prescribed medication.
• Wet Season: Between December and April, be prepared for wet weather. You may wish to pack light umbrella, poncho, waterproofs, closed in hiking shoes for grip on wet rocks and surfaces.

• Child rate applies to children 5 to 15 years old. Infants 0 to 4 years old travel free of charge.
• 2nd Child Travels Free
• Family Fare: 2 Adults and 2 Children