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This 3 day tour provides insights into the world’s oldest rainforest, conservation action in a visit to an Australian Rainforest Foundation site, a fun walk with Aboriginal women to a rainforest waterfall, and a visit to one of the world’s top ten rock art regions. The connections you’ll make to the traditional people and the land are inspiring, and your visit will be of great value to the people and environment of Tropical North Queensland.
Australia’s World Heritage listed Wet Tropics Rainforests are the remnants of the ancient Gondwanan forests, an area once described by David Attenborough as “one of the most magical experiences of my life”. Just north of Cairns, they are the habitat of the endangered Cassowary, a large flightless bird. The Australian Rainforest Foundation works to restore habitat damaged by clearing and cyclones, and you’ll visit a site to learn of these projects and contribute by planting trees vital for the Cassowary’s survival. There is also the additional opportunity to sponsor Cassowaries or assist in the purchase of rainforest land for conservation.
The Aboriginal people of the rainforest lived a rich traditional life, and you will meet the Walker Family from the Kuku Yalanji language group to visit Bloomfield Falls. This spectacular feature is of great significance and surrounded by the traditional foods and medicines that the Aboriginal guides will explain. This walk is an economic initiative of the local Wujal Wujal community, and assists their independence and cultural revitalization.
You’ll stay at Jowalbinna Rock Art Safari Camp to visit its Quinkan style rock art. UNESCO rates this region as one of the top ten rock art locations in the world. You will bushwalk to ancient sites and enjoy the picturesque setting, including swimming in a fresh water creek and other fun activities. Jowalbinna manages the conservation of this cultural heritage and provides an economic driver for local businesses in the tiny town of Laura. The Quinkan and Regional Cultural Centre, featuring local indigenous artists’ work, is an important stop on the return to Port Douglas or Cairns.
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