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.
- 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 be sure to enjoy the views from the Timor Sea.
On arrival, we'll visit the Mission Heritage Gallery, where we'll learn about Aboriginal villages in the area and the many traditional hidden corners such as the Tiwi-style Catholic church. You'll also see the wooden sculptures of birds from Tiwi mythology.
Afterwards, we'll go to a local village to meet some of the Tiwi Islands' Aboriginal community, and discover more about their rituals and dances. You'll also find out more concerning their body art which has important spiritual significance and reveals their social position.
Next, we'll enjoy a traditional tea accompanied by a small lunch. Then we'll continue visiting different craft shops to see how locals develop traditional sculptures.
The tour will end by taking the ferry back to the meeting point, arriving back in Darwin at 6 pm.
How does it work?
During this tour, participants will:
Board a ferry at Cullen Bay Terminal at 7:30 am for a scenic journey across the Timor Sea.Explore the Mission Heritage Gallery and learn about indigenous history and culture.Engage with the Tiwi island community and gain insight into their traditions, including dances and body art.Enjoy a traditional tea and a light lunch.Visit local craft shops to witness traditional sculpture-making.
Included
Ferry transport to and from Bathurst Island.Entrance to the Mission Heritage Gallery.Traditional tea and lunch.Guided tour of local villages and craft shops.
Not included
Gratuities.Personal expenses.
Meeting point
The tour starts at Cullen Bay Terminal at 7:30 am. Please arrive 15 minutes early to check in.
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: Wheelchair accessible. This must be indicated in the reservation. An accompanying person is required.
