Bathurst Island Tour
Cross the Timor Sea and explore one of the famous Tiwi islands on this Bathurst Island Tour. Discover the crafts, rituals and culture of the aboriginal population. Bathurst Island Tour. We'll meet at Cullen Bay Terminal at 7:30 am and board a...
- 10 hours
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- Open on Mon, Thu, Fri
Cross the Timor Sea and explore one of the famous Tiwi islands on this Bathurst Island Tour. Discover the crafts, rituals and culture of the aboriginal population.
Bathurst Island Tour
We'll meet at Cullen Bay Terminal at 7:30 am and board a ferry to Bathurst Island. During the two and a half hour journey, you'll enjoy the views from the Timor Sea.
On arrival, we'll visit the Mission Heritage Gallery to learn about aboriginal villages and see the Tiwi style Catholic church and wooden sculptures of birds from Tiwi mythology.
We will then visit a local village to meet some of the Tiwi Islands' aboriginal community and explore their rituals and dances, as well as their significant body art.
Next, we'll have a traditional tea accompanied by a small lunch. Afterwards, we will visit different craft shops to see how locals create traditional sculptures.
The tour concludes with the ferry ride back, arriving in Darwin at 6 pm.
Important Information
This tour is accessible for wheelchairs if it is small and the user is accompanied.
Prices
Included
- Ferry between Darwin and Bathurst Island.
- English speaking guide.
- Tea and lunch.
- Entry to the museum.
Tips
- Accessibility: Yes, you must attend with a carer
