Service Details

Hands On Country Eco Tour

Supplier Name:

Mandingalbay Authentic Indigenous Tours

Departure Date:

Adults:

Children (0 - 15):

Children older than 15 are costed as Adults.

Child Ages:

Specify child ages as at time of travel

Price:

A$159.00    On Request


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.

Departure Time:

09:00am

Departure Days:

Monday, Wednesday, Fridays.

Duration:

3 hours

Departure Location:

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

Departure/ Pickup Info:

Not included.

*Pickup Request:

Note: Pickup requests are subject to confirmation.

itinerary:

~~ 01-Apr-2025 to 31-Mar-2027~~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
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Important Info:

Special Requests:

(240 Char Limit)

Note: Special requests generate directly to the service provider and cannot be guaranteed.