Bawaka Cultural Experiences

Leaders and members of the Burarrwanga, Mununggirritj and Yunupingu families (Gumatj Clan) welcome you as a visitor to our homeland.

Bawaka Cultural Experiences is a fully Indigenous owned and operated tourism business that aims to:

• Share the significant way of life of Bawaka people with others.

• Teach others to respect the environment, culture and sacred areas.

• Provide an experience with the land and the people to promote cultural understanding to the wider world.

• Provide opportunities for employment and training for Yolngu people at home and to teach them to take responsibility for their rights and their future, so we can grow together.

To get the most out of your visit you are encouraged to be on 'Yolngu time' - there is no fixed schedule, relax and enjoy!

Our culture varies greatly from that of most visitors - please be open minded, patient and willing to learn.

Generally speaking, we dress conservatively and would appreciate if you could do the same (no bikinis please).

Our elders are wise and knowledgeable and must be treated with great respect.

One of our family will be with you at all times - please do not wander from the group. There are many sacred sites in the area and you are requested to respect our culture by staying with your host.

In our culture you are given information on a 'needs to know' basis. There are many things we are very willing to talk about and share information and other things we are not. If we choose not to respond to your question or give a minimal answer please accept it.

The carrying and consumption of alcohol and other drugs is prohibited.

Opportunities in 2009

Bawaka Cultural Experience 1 Day Tour

Dates, these tours are organised by enquiry please make a booking below

305.00 per person

Program Description

Experience one of the oldest living cultures in the world as the Burarrwanga family welcomes you in to their traditional homeland in one of the most remote and beautiful parts of Australia. Learn about the ancient traditions and customs of the Yolngu people as they share their stories, beliefs, ceremonies and culture. Live a day in the life of the Yolngu people, hunting and gathering food from the land, using bush medicine techniques and learning basket weaving and traditional fishing and cooking methods.

Bawaka in Port Bradshaw is a tranquil and idyllic tropical paradise perched on the edge of the Gulf of Carpentaria, blessed with pristine white beaches and untouched bushland.

Bawaka Cultural Experience is a superb introduction to the Yolngu culture of North-East Arnhem Land that will leave a lasting impression on all who embark on this cultural encounter.

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Bawaka Cultural Experience - 2 Days/1 Night

Dates, these tours are organised by enquiry please make a booking below

Cost 610.00 per person

Program Description

This program offers everything from the one-day Bawaka Cultural Experience, with additional time to absorb the tranquillity and a chance to take part in a number of special cultural events. Rather than return home after such an inspiring and eventful day at Bawaka, you will enjoy the privilege of attending the evening bunggul (dance ceremony) on the beach, followed by Yolngu story-telling around the campfire at night.

Far from city pressures, a night spent under the stars in North-East Arnhem Land is experienced by a lucky few. Millions of stars shine in the clear tropical sky, soft waves lap gently onto the shore, and the bush rustles with sound as you are immersed in a unique Yolngu experience.

The beauty and magic of dawn at Bawaka will inspire you to rise for the traditional women's and men's business, before embarking on an early morning hunting expedition.

The Bawaka Cultural Experience is an insightful and genuine cultural program offered by the Burarrwanga family on their traditional homeland in one of the most remote and beautiful parts of Australia.

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For further information

Contact	:	Adrienne Willing
Phone	:	08-8987-0429
Mobile	:	0447 087 091
Fax	:	08 8987 0535
Email	:	tourismhub@bigpond.com
WWW	:	http://www.yolngutourism.com