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Immerse yourself in the culture, stories, and artistry of the Kuku Yalanji people on this inspiring journey. From painting your own story under the guidance of Brian &ldquo;Binna&rdquo; Swindley to exploring the pristine Daintree Rainforest, this experience combines creativity, history, and nature in a meaningful way. It&rsquo;s an unforgettable opportunity to connect with Australia&rsquo;s Aboriginal heritage and take home a piece of it, in both memories and art.

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	<li>50% within 7 days prior to departure</li>
	<li>100% cancellation fee for any cancellations within 48 hours of travel or for passengers who fail to appear on the day of departure</li>
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	<li>Additional food or beverages outside of the provided meals.</li>
	<li>Personal expenses or gratuities.</li>
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Fitness &amp; Mobility: Medium fitness level required

The guided walk at Mossman Gorge is considered easy grade and under 1 kilometre in distance

Our fleet of vehicles have a few steps on entry; you&rsquo;ll be boarding and disembarking throughout the day.

Yes! The minimum age is 4 years old and child car seats unfortunately cannot be provided, however, if you wish to bring your own car seats anchor points are available on the vehicle 
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Please note: Children travelling with SEIT Outback Australia are required by law to travel in a car seat

Bring comfortable walking shoes, a packed lunch, plenty of water, sunscreen, and insect repellent.

The tour operates rain or shine, so please come prepared for all weather conditions.

Glimpse into the unique lives of the Kuku Yalanji people, the Indigenous people of Mossman country.

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Walk through the World Heritage-listed Daintree Rainforest on a dreamtime journey, discovering Ngadiku (Nar-di-gul) the stories and legends from a long time ago, after taking part in a smoking ceremony &ndash; which cleanses and wards off bad spirits.

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You&rsquo;ll discover how bush soaps are made, learn how to identify bush-tucker, and discover how native plants have been traditionally used, skills dating more than 50,000 years.

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After your slow-paced walk taking in every element of the rainforest: the light falling through the fan palms, the subtle sounds of streams trickling over pebbles, the rustle of the scrub-turkey moving his way through the bush floor, relax to the sounds of the rainforest, as you&rsquo;re served Daintree home-grown tea, paired with a damper scone (an outback foodie favourite).

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Lunch is hosted at Mayi Cafe and Restaurant, Mayi meaning &lsquo;edible plants&rsquo; (also meal or food in general). This place is special as it&rsquo;s operated by the local community within Mossman Gorge Cultural Centre. After lunch you&rsquo;ll have time to explore the gift shop, with the opportunity to buy some Daintree tea or even some Daintree chocolate &ndash; it will be hard to resist.

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Your afternoon continues with a scenic drive through the Shannonvale Valley, where your knowledgeable guide will share stories of life in the area, the twenty-six Aboriginal tribal groups of the area, the ancient &lsquo;super-highways&rsquo;, how resourceful the paper bark tree is, the six seasons of nature, and other Indigenous insights into the Tablelands &ndash; a journey where mother nature really does the talking.

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Arrive at the Yiki people&rsquo;s protected Janbal Aboriginal Art Gallery. Brian &ldquo;Binna&rdquo; Swindley will have you feeling inspired, connecting you with the stories told through Aboriginal paintings, the tales of the land, wildlife, reef and rainforest, handed down through Binna&rsquo;s family for generations. You&rsquo;ll learn his skills and discover your own, translating a story of your own into artwork to take home, an uplifting reminder of your travels and this special experience on Kuku Yalanji country.

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As we drive back to your home away from home, say goodbye to friends made with your masterpiece in your hand and the spirit of the local culture and the Daintree in your heart. You&rsquo;ll be dropped off seamlessly at either Port Douglas or Cairns, near your hotel.

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SEIT Outback Australia

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	<li>Get up to 10% cash back when you book with us</li>
	<li>Connect with the rich heritage of the Yiki people at Janbal Aboriginal Art Gallery.</li>
	<li>Learn traditional Aboriginal painting techniques from artist Brian &ldquo;Binna&rdquo; Swindley.</li>
	<li>Create your own artwork as a meaningful keepsake of your journey.</li>
	<li>Walk through the ancient Daintree Rainforest with Kuku Yalanji guides and hear their stories of connection to the land.</li>
	<li>Savour a delicious morning tea and lunch at Mayi Caf&eacute; and Restaurant.</li>
	<li>Guided walk through the Daintree Rainforest with the Kuku Yalanji people.</li>
	<li>Pick-up and drop-off from Cairns (7:30 am) or Port Douglas (8:30 am).</li>
</ul>

<ul>
	<li>The minimum age is 4 years old and child car seats unfortunately cannot be provided, however, if you wish to bring your own car seats anchor points are available on the vehicle</li>
	<li>Please note: Children travelling with SEIT Outback Australia are required by law to travel in a car seat</li>
	<li>SEIT Outback Australia operates these and other tours in&nbsp;remote and isolated areas SEIT Outback Australia reserves the right to alter itineraries, accommodation and transport in any way that may be necessary due to changes in road, weather, cultural reasons, mechanical defects or any change in operational conditions</li>
	<li>Any personal expenses incurred by clients as a result of any delay or alteration of any tour due to the reasons listed above, are the responsibility of the client</li>
	<li>We strongly recommend that you arrange adequate travel insurance to protect against sickness/accident; loss of luggage and any costs incurred including cancellation charges</li>
	<li>Smoking: By way of Government and company regulations, smoking is prohibited inside our vehicles</li>
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