Broome's Ultimate Aboriginal Culture Expedition

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Highlights & inclusions

Learn about Aboriginal culture in a natural and culturally safe environment
A song performance demonstration using our traditional instruments, the kullie
Revealing of the Cable Beach Dinosaur Track location (tide-dependent, visible on tides below 3.0m)
A Cultural Walk in Bardi Country
A Yawuru Cultural Boat Cruise Experience in Roebuck Bay
Learn about Karajarri Gathering - The Wakaj Experience
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$4200.00AUD

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October 2024

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What you can expect

Embark on Mabu Buru Tours' ""Broome’s Ultimate Aboriginal Culture Expedition"" for a transformative four-day journey into the rich history, culture, and traditions of the Aboriginal people in the Broome area. Set against the stunning Broome landscape, each day reveals a new dimension of Indigenous life.

Experience the serene beauty of Cable Beach at sunset, and immerse yourself in the captivating storytelling and dance performances of the Bardi-Jawi and Karajarri people. Engage in hands-on activities that deepen your connection to the land and its original custodians, including traditional hunting and gathering.

Enjoy a cultural boat cruise in Roebuck Bay, take a scenic flight over the West Kimberley coastline, and participate in the unique family gathering Wakaj experience. This expedition is more than just a trip—it's a profound, heart-to-heart connection with the world’s oldest living culture, offering insights that will resonate long after your return.

Location

135 Reid Road, Cable Beach, WA 6726

What you need to know

Note
  • Minimum of 24 hours-notice is required for Bookings.
Inclusions
  • Small group size – Maximum 13 guests
  • All meals provided during tour experiences
  • All tours, attractions and entry fees
  • Scenic flight and cultural boat cruise charter fees
  • All transfers in comfortable four-wheel drive vehicles
  • Hosted by experienced and knowledgeable Aboriginal Tour Guides
  • 100% authentic Aboriginal experiences
  • All Iconic Broome Aboriginal experiences
  • Optional 3 nights of luxury hotel accommodation on enquiry
Exclusions
  • This experience does not include any accommodations, flight bookings, or any other form of travel arrangements to and from the departure location (Broome).
Itinerary
  • Day 1: Wednesday Welcome to Broome - Beginning the Cultural Journey
  • 9:00 AM: Join Indigenous Tour Guide (Rahim) at the Willie Creek Pearls Meseum and Showroom for the Pearl Luggers Tour as he reveals the impact pearling has had upon Northern Australia and how the melting pot of cultures were enticed by the lure of the pearl.
  • 10:30: Join our only non-Indigenous Tour Guide, Chris Maher from Salty Plum Social, for the "Pearling Masters Trek" Walking Tour. This captivating tour weaves through the Chinatown precinct, showcasing heritage-listed buildings and unique global influences from China, Japan, Malaysia, and beyond. Explore the architectural marvels and public art that tell the story of Broome's pearling past. Visit two art galleries, where you'll savor pearl meat with a glass of bubbles. Concluding at Town Beach, the Pearling Masters Trek offers an unforgettable blend of history, art, and culinary delights, perfect for history enthusiasts and foodies alike.
  • 1:00 PM: Transfer back to your accommodation or location of your choosing. Free time until 4 p.m.
  • 4:30 PM: Join Johani at the Cable Beach Muwarrt Experience for an introduction to the expedition and an intimate storytelling session on the local Aboriginal culture.
  • 5:30 PM: Enjoy the sunset over Cable Beach before returning to your accommodation. Day 2: Thursday An immersion into Bardi - Jawi Culture - Stories, Learning, Hunting, Gathering, and a Traditional Dance Performance
  • 8:30 AM: Journey 200 km north of Broome, to the Lullumb Aboriginal Community in remote Bardi - Jawi country on the Dampier Peninsula.
  • 11:00 AM: A Traditional Welcome at Lullumb.
  • 11:30 AM: Embark on the Southern Cross Cultural Walk Tour with Bolo's and his family; learn about the traditional lifestyle in Bardi Country, and participate in traditional hunting, gathering, and feasting.
  • 3:30 PM: Experience a traditional Bardi - Jawi Dance Performance.
  • 4:00 PM: Depart Lullumb, drive to the Djarindjin Airport to catch the Scenic Sunset Coastal Flight back to Broome. Arriving back at your accommodation approx 6:30 p.m. Day 3: Friday A Cultural Cruise Through History and A Traditional Karajarri Gathering
  • 9:00 AM: Pick up from your accommodation for a Yawuru Cultural Cruise Experience with Bart Pigram.
  • 11:30 AM: Transfer back to your accommodation or location of your choosing. Free time until 3 p.m.
  • 3:00 PM: Transfer to Wakaj Meeting Place.
  • 3:30 PM: Participate in the Mabu Buru Tours Wakaj Experience - learn about Karajarri culture, taste traditionally cooked damper with locally harvested bush honey, and enjoy a traditional dance performance by the Pintirri Dancers.
  • 5:30 PM: Tranfer back to your accommodation.
  • 6:00 PM: Expedition Concludes!
Duration
  • This experience runs for 2 Nights & 3 Days.
Location
  • This experience operates at 135 REID ROAD, CABLE BEACH Western Australia 6726, Australia.
Terms And Conditions
  • Experience provider reserves the right to cancel or postpone any tour due to cultural, seasonal or road conditions or other unforeseen circumstances. 100% of the tour cost will be refunded or credit given towards another tour.
Cancellation Policy
  • No cancellation fee outside 72 hours
  • 50% cancellation fee within 72 hours
  • 100% cancellation fee less than 48 hours
Booking Information
  • Confirmation in the form of a tour voucher will be received at the time of booking.
  • Upon completion of the purchase, please print the voucher and present it on the 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, it 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.