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hands on country eco tour
  • Connect with the Mandingalbay Yidinji people, the traditional owners of the land for an unforgettable Indigenous cultural experience right at the door stop of Cairns
  • This three-hour eco tour provides you with the opportunity to experience sacred ancient lands through ancient hands and hear the native language within the Great Barrier Reef and World Heritage listed Wet Tropics Heritage Area
  • Departing from Cairns, cruise the Trinity Inlet to Hills Creek where you will be greeted with a traditional welcome and cleansing smoking ceremony upon arrival
  • Next, join local guides on a guided bushwalk to discover Indigenous customs, bush foods, tools, medicines and sights of cultural significance that demonstrate the powerful connection between the country and the Aboriginal culture
  • Inclusions * A guided river cruise across Trinity Inlet from Cairns Reef Fleet Terminal • Traditional Welcome to Country and Mandingalbay smoking ceremony. • 20-minute guided bush-walk discovering the Mandingalbay Yidinji bush foods and medicine. • Light refreshments (coconut damper, tea and fresh fruit). • Return transfer by vessel to Cairns Reef Fleet Terminal Highlights * Fully Guided by Mandingablay Yidinji people - the Traditional Owners of the land * Tour starts from the Cairns Marina, right in the heart of the Cairns CBD and within walking distance from most city hotels and resorts * Opportunity to hear an ancient language * Visit a major environmental conservation project in an Indigenous Protected Area * Connections to stories and the history of Yarrabah - Australia's largest Indigenous community * Ancient practices combined with latest science for a sustainable future Time * Departure time is 9am Location * Cairns Marlin Marina, Meet your Tour Guide at Mooze Gelato and Juice Bar, 5\/2 Pier Point Road (next to Salt House Restaurant Bar) What To Bring * Bring a water bottle, sunscreen, camera and prescribed medications * Wear sturdy, flat footwear Additional Information * Child rate applies to children 5 to 16 years old. * Infants 0 to 4 years old travel free of charge
  • 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
🕐 Valid for 60 days
hands on country eco tour
  • Connect with the Mandingalbay Yidinji people, the traditional owners of the land for an unforgettable Indigenous cultural experience right at the door stop of Cairns
  • This three-hour eco tour provides you with the opportunity to experience sacred ancient lands through ancient hands and hear the native language within the Great Barrier Reef and World Heritage listed Wet Tropics Heritage Area
  • Departing from Cairns, cruise the Trinity Inlet to Hills Creek where you will be greeted with a traditional welcome and cleansing smoking ceremony upon arrival
  • Next, join local guides on a guided bushwalk to discover Indigenous customs, bush foods, tools, medicines and sights of cultural significance that demonstrate the powerful connection between the country and the Aboriginal culture
  • Inclusions * A guided river cruise across Trinity Inlet from Cairns Reef Fleet Terminal • Traditional Welcome to Country and Mandingalbay smoking ceremony. • 20-minute guided bush-walk discovering the Mandingalbay Yidinji bush foods and medicine. • Light refreshments (coconut damper, tea and fresh fruit). • Return transfer by vessel to Cairns Reef Fleet Terminal Highlights * Fully Guided by Mandingablay Yidinji people - the Traditional Owners of the land * Tour starts from the Cairns Marina, right in the heart of the Cairns CBD and within walking distance from most city hotels and resorts * Opportunity to hear an ancient language * Visit a major environmental conservation project in an Indigenous Protected Area * Connections to stories and the history of Yarrabah - Australia's largest Indigenous community * Ancient practices combined with latest science for a sustainable future Time * Departure time is 9am Location * Cairns Marlin Marina, Meet your Tour Guide at Mooze Gelato and Juice Bar, 5\/2 Pier Point Road (next to Salt House Restaurant Bar) What To Bring * Bring a water bottle, sunscreen, camera and prescribed medications * Wear sturdy, flat footwear Additional Information * Child rate applies to children 5 to 16 years old. * Infants 0 to 4 years old travel free of charge
  • 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
🕐 Valid for 60 days
hands on country eco tour
  • Connect with the Mandingalbay Yidinji people, the traditional owners of the land for an unforgettable Indigenous cultural experience right at the door stop of Cairns
  • This three-hour eco tour provides you with the opportunity to experience sacred ancient lands through ancient hands and hear the native language within the Great Barrier Reef and World Heritage listed Wet Tropics Heritage Area
  • Departing from Cairns, cruise the Trinity Inlet to Hills Creek where you will be greeted with a traditional welcome and cleansing smoking ceremony upon arrival
  • Next, join local guides on a guided bushwalk to discover Indigenous customs, bush foods, tools, medicines and sights of cultural significance that demonstrate the powerful connection between the country and the Aboriginal culture
  • Inclusions * A guided river cruise across Trinity Inlet from Cairns Reef Fleet Terminal • Traditional Welcome to Country and Mandingalbay smoking ceremony. • 20-minute guided bush-walk discovering the Mandingalbay Yidinji bush foods and medicine. • Light refreshments (coconut damper, tea and fresh fruit). • Return transfer by vessel to Cairns Reef Fleet Terminal Highlights * Fully Guided by Mandingablay Yidinji people - the Traditional Owners of the land * Tour starts from the Cairns Marina, right in the heart of the Cairns CBD and within walking distance from most city hotels and resorts * Opportunity to hear an ancient language * Visit a major environmental conservation project in an Indigenous Protected Area * Connections to stories and the history of Yarrabah - Australia's largest Indigenous community * Ancient practices combined with latest science for a sustainable future Time * Departure time is 9am Location * Cairns Marlin Marina, Meet your Tour Guide at Mooze Gelato and Juice Bar, 5\/2 Pier Point Road (next to Salt House Restaurant Bar) What To Bring * Bring a water bottle, sunscreen, camera and prescribed medications * Wear sturdy, flat footwear Additional Information * Child rate applies to children 5 to 16 years old. * Infants 0 to 4 years old travel free of charge
  • 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
🕐 Valid for 60 days
hands on country eco tour - family (2a+2c)
  • Connect with the Mandingalbay Yidinji people, the traditional owners of the land for an unforgettable Indigenous cultural experience right at the door stop of Cairns
  • This three-hour eco tour provides you with the opportunity to experience sacred ancient lands through ancient hands and hear the native language within the Great Barrier Reef and World Heritage listed Wet Tropics Heritage Area
  • Departing from Cairns, cruise the Trinity Inlet to Hills Creek where you will be greeted with a traditional welcome and cleansing smoking ceremony upon arrival
  • Next, join local guides on a guided bushwalk to discover Indigenous customs, bush foods, tools, medicines and sights of cultural significance that demonstrate the powerful connection between the country and the Aboriginal culture
  • Inclusions * A guided river cruise across Trinity Inlet from Cairns Reef Fleet Terminal • Traditional Welcome to Country and Mandingalbay smoking ceremony. • 20-minute guided bush-walk discovering the Mandingalbay Yidinji bush foods and medicine. • Light refreshments (coconut damper, tea and fresh fruit). • Return transfer by vessel to Cairns Reef Fleet Terminal Highlights * Fully Guided by Mandingablay Yidinji people - the Traditional Owners of the land * Tour starts from the Cairns Marina, right in the heart of the Cairns CBD and within walking distance from most city hotels and resorts * Opportunity to hear an ancient language * Visit a major environmental conservation project in an Indigenous Protected Area * Connections to stories and the history of Yarrabah - Australia's largest Indigenous community * Ancient practices combined with latest science for a sustainable future Time * Departure time is 9am Location * Cairns Marlin Marina, Meet your Tour Guide at Mooze Gelato and Juice Bar, 5\/2 Pier Point Road (next to Salt House Restaurant Bar) What To Bring * Bring a water bottle, sunscreen, camera and prescribed medications * Wear sturdy, flat footwear Additional Information * Child rate applies to children 5 to 16 years old. * Infants 0 to 4 years old travel free of charge
  • 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
🕐 Valid for 60 days

About this experience

Connect with the Mandingalbay Yidinji People to discover the local culture, bush foods and visit sacred sights on this three hour eco tour from Cairns.
Fully Guided by Mandingablay Yidinji people - the Traditional Owners of the land
Tour starts from the Cairns Marina, right in the heart of the Cairns CBD and within walking distance from most city hotels and resorts
Opportunity to hear an ancient language
Visit a major environmental conservation project in an Indigenous Protected Area
Connections to stories and the history of Yarrabah - Australia's largest Indigenous community
Ancient practices combined with latest science for a sustainable future

Highlights

  • Diversity of habitats and landscape
  • Opportunity to hear an ancient language
  • Guided by the Traditional Owners on Country
  • Only 15min river cruise departing from Cairns Marlin Marina
  • Connections to stories and the history of Yarrabah - Australia's largest Indigenous community
  • Mandingalbay Yidinji welcome and cleansing smoking ceremony

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What to expect

Connect with the Mandingalbay Yidinji people, the traditional owners of the land for an unforgettable Indigenous cultural experience right at the door stop of Cairns. This three-hour eco tour provides you with the opportunity to experience sacred ancient lands through ancient hands and hear the native language within the Great Barrier Reef and World Heritage listed Wet Tropics Heritage Area. Departing from Cairns, cruise the Trinity Inlet to Hills Creek where you will be greeted with a traditional welcome and cleansing smoking ceremony upon arrival. Next, join local guides on a guided bushwalk to discover Indigenous customs, bush foods, tools, medicines and sights of cultural significance that demonstrate the powerful connection between the country and the Aboriginal culture.

Operating hours

* Departure time is 9am

Things to note

  • Accessibility : Bring a water bottle, sunscreen, camera and prescribed medications
  • Dress code : Wear sturdy, flat footwear
  • Accessibility : Infants 0 to 4 years old travel free of charge.

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Frequently asked questions

The starting price for Hands On Country Eco Tour is ₹ 5,382. Contact us on WhatsApp for group rates, child pricing or current promotions.

Yes, many of our guests visit Hands On Country Eco Tour with children. We recommend contacting us on WhatsApp for specific child age restrictions, height requirements or family packages before booking.

Yes — Hands On Country Eco Tour offers instant confirmation. Once your enquiry is processed via WhatsApp, your e-ticket or voucher will be sent to you right away.

Yes, you can select your preferred visit date when enquiring via WhatsApp. Subject to availability, our team will confirm the date that works best for you.

Operating hours: * Departure time is 9am. Hours may vary on public holidays — we recommend confirming with us on WhatsApp before your visit.

You can find Hands On Country Eco Tour at: 2 Pier Point Road, Cairns City, QLD, Cairns, Australia.

Simply tap the 'Enquire on WhatsApp' button and send us a message. Our team will confirm availability and send your tickets within hours.