Hands On Country Eco Tour
Mandingalbay Authentic Indigenous Tours - Cairns
Cost: |
A$338 (2 Passengers) |
Duration:
3 hours
Departure Days:
Monday, Wednesday, Fridays.
Departure Time:
09:00am
Departure Point:
Mooz Gelato and Juice Bar - Marina Point, 5/2 Pier Point Rd, Cairns - Check in from 08.30am - 08.45am for a 09:00am Dept
Pickup:
Not included.
Dropoff:
Not included.
Meals:
- Morning Tea (Cake, Biscuits with locally sourced tropical fruit platter, Coffee, Tea).
Not Included:
- Lunch
- Transfers from accommodation.
On Request
Cost: |
A$338 (2 Passengers) |
Inclusions:
- 15-minute guided river cruise in a purpose-built covered vessel travelling across the Cairns Harbour an Indigenous Protected Area.
- Mandingalbay Yidinji Welcome to Country.
- 15-minute guided bus tour through the mangroves, wetlands, and historic market gardens.
- 30-minute guided bush-walk discovering the Mandingalbay Yidinji bush foods, tools, and medicine as well as sites of cultural significance.
- Return transfer by vessel to Cairns Marlin Marina
What to Bring:
- Hat.
- Sunscreen.
- insect repellent.
- closed shoes for walking on uneven surfaces.
- Bottle of water (no plastics please).
- camera and any prescribed medications.
Itinerary:
Valid for 01APR25-31MAR27:
A half-day experience offering guests exclusive access to Mandingalbay Yidinji Country across river, rainforest, and wetlands.
Guided by Traditional Owners, the tour blends eco-interpretation with hands-on cultural activities, making it a standout option for visitors seeking authentic, sustainable experiences.
Easy to sell as a morning or afternoon product, it pairs seamlessly with Great Barrier Reef and Cairns itineraries.
- Guided river cruise across the stunning waters of the Cairns Harbour.
- Exclusive access to an Indigenous Protected Reserve - Mandingalbay Yidinji traditional welcome.
- Bus ride through regenerated mangroves forests, and tropical wetlands, - Walk the Mayi Bugan Rainforest Trail.
Discover bush foods, tools, and medicine as well as sites of cultural significance.
- Gather around a 3D map of Mandingalbay Country, created by the community and a great way for our guides to better communicate the size and diversity of traditional lands.
- Enjoy morning Tea with local fruits - Return transfer by vessel to Cairns Marlin Marina
Child Policy:
Valid for 01APR25-31MAR27:
Infant: 0-4 years inclusive - free of charge. Only one infant may be booked to travel with each adult or guardian and must be accompanied by the parent/legal guardian at all times.
Child: 5-16 - years inclusive - child rates apply.
Important Information:
Valid for 01APR26-31MAR27:
What you need to bring: Hat, Water bottle, Sunscreen, Mosquito repellent, toiletries, spare clothes, covered shoes, towel and prescribed medication.
On Request
