Cassowary Coast Waterfall Culture Tour
We are Ecotourism Australia certified supporting Goondoi Culture Tours in their commitment in conservation of the lands and Great Barrier Reef. Working together for a sustainable future for the community, culture and country. Your guides are experienced with a deep passion and diverse scope of knowledge in history, the wet tropics rainforest and culture. This is a tour for people wanting an immersive experience to disconnect from their life and engage in a day exploring the wet tropics rainforest and learning about Australia's first people and their culture.
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Cassowary Coast Waterfall Culture Tour
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What's included in Cassowary Coast Waterfall Culture Tour
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Josephine Falls
We arrive at Josephine Falls within the Wooroonoon National Park. At the base of Qlds highest mountain Bartle Frere into the world heritage Wet Tropics Rainforest. Enjoy the interpretive guided rainforest walk with your guide into a beautiful cascade of waterfalls. Learn of the endemic species of flora and fauna, immerse yourself in the sounds and sights of the biodiversity of the rainforest. Walk the path of the Noongyonbudda Ngadjon people and learn the significance of bush tucker, medicines and cultural significance. Guests have the option to enjoy a short swim.
Innisfail
The scenic drive takes us into Innisfail the heart of the Cassowary Coast, a historic agricultural town with a facade of original art deco buildings rich European culture and pioneer history. Stopping briefly outside the town library to view for the photographic collage of the Cassowary Coast titled ” From the Range to the Reef” created by local artist.
Engage in the Goondoi wetlands Cassowary Dreamtime Tour. Meet the Traditional Custodians of lands belonging to the Dyirribarra and Bagirbarra people of Innisfail region. Experience traditional culture with welcome to Country Ceremony including dance and song, learn about the Dreamtime story of the Cassowary, journey on a guided walk through the Wetlands to learn about bush foods, traditional knowledge of sacred trees, Juwumba, Milbur and Jugurru. Learn the art of weaving, sand art and language. Followed by a freshly prepared lunch of tropical fruits, sandwiches and cold drink.
Inclusions
- Modern Toyota Hiace 11 seats
- Afternoon Tea - with local fresh baked cake
- Platter of sandwiches & tropical seasonal fruits and cold water
- WiFi on board
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
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Pickup and Dropoff
Choose to be picked up from a list of locations
Please arrive at the pick up point 45 minutes before departure time.
Additional Information
Please note we pick up directly from all hotels, please ensure you manually add the name of the hotel you are staying at in Cairns. Please be waiting 10 minutes prior to the scheduled pick up time in the reception lobby.
