Hands On Country Eco Tour
Mandingalbay Authentic Indigenous Tours - Cairns
Cost: |
A$318 (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.
Cost: |
A$318 (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 01APR25-31MAR26:
Guided river cruise across the stunning waters of the Cairns Harbour. Exclusive access to an indigenous Protected Reserve Mandingalbay Yidinji traditional welcome either through soke or marking the face with traditional paint. Bus tour through the mangroves, wetlands, and market gardens, guided Mayi Bugan Rainfroest trail. Discover bush foods, tools, and medicines as well as sites of cultural significance. Morning Tea with local fruits. Return transfer by vessel to Cairns Marlin Marina.
Child Policy:
Valid for 01APR25-31MAR26:
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: 5-15 - years inclusive - child rates apply.
Important Information:
Valid for 01APR25-31MAR26:
COVID-19 VACCINATION REQUIREMENTS:
Mandingalbay Ancient Indigenous Tours is committed to ensuring the health and safety of customers and staff when travelling on any cultural tours. In accordance with the Queensland Government public health directives, Mandingalbay Ancient Indigenous Tours will continue to ensure that all tour staff are vaccinated.
GENERAL MEASURES IMPLEMENTED AS MANDATORY INCLUDE:
Cashless transactions preferred. Hand sanitizing and hand wash stations throughout vessels. Staff training and awareness of COVID safe practices.
STAFF SCREENING:
All staff are aware that they MUST NOT attend work if they have any symptoms potentially consistent with COVID-19.
CLEANING and HYGIENE - ADDITIONAL COVID-19 MEASURES:
Customers and staff will be provided access to hand sanitizers. Additional cleaning and disinfecting of surfaces and washroom facilities will be completed throughout your visit. These general guidelines follow the Queensland Health and Australian Government Department of Health current recommendations. Advice will be amended in accordance with the most up to date recommendations.