RETRO TRAVEL
New takes on old cultures
RETRO TRAVEL
New takes on old cultures
Old fashioned fun.
cultural adventures where ancient never gets old
Don't just read about the vibrant, living traditions of Aboriginal cultures—they are still flourishing after 65,000 years so you can experience them for yourself.
Imagine soaring above sacred landscapes on an air safari, zooming across sand dunes on a quad bike, or joining a motorbike tour led by a knowledgeable Aboriginal guide. Or you could snorkel the Great Barrier Reef in the company of Indigenous Sea Rangers who will reveal their deep, ancient connections to the ocean.
These exhilarating activities are just some of the modern experiences that give you an opportunity to learn more about Australia’s ancient, and living, cultures.
Soar
Experience an action-packed adventure into the heart of Purnululu National Park on a tour that combines the thrill of a scenic flight over the Bungle Bungles with rich cultural insights. You’ll fly out from Broome, landing at Halls Creek, before being met by local Aboriginal guides who will welcome you to Country and set the scene for your exploration of the UNESCO World Heritage site.
Your Aboriginal guides will lead you on a three-kilometre trek among the stunning beehive domes, and provide insights into the rich geological and cultural significance of the area. Discover bushtucker and explore the stunning Cathedral Gorge before your return flight, which will trace the rugged Wunaamin-Miliwundi Ranges and majestic Windjana Gorge, giving you an incredible taste of the splendour of the Kimberley.
Kingfisher Tours
BROOME TO BUNGLES DAY TREK (FLY/4WD/TREK) | Adult from AU$1,720
Zoom
Imagine tearing across towering sand dunes on a 400cc quad bike, the wind whipping your face as you carve a path across Stockton Beach on the largest coastal dunes in the Southern Hemisphere, a few hours north of Sydney / Warrane.
This adrenaline-fuelled quad bike ride adventure is owned and run by the Worimi Local Aboriginal Land Council and led by knowledgeable Worimi guides who share stories of how their people continue to thrive on Country at the edge of the Pacific Ocean. Learn about traditional bush foods and medicines, and gain insights into the deep spiritual connection the Worimi have with the land.
Sand Dune Adventures
1.5 HOUR ABORIGINAL CULTURE, SAND BOARDING & QUAD BIKE TOUR | Adult from AU$150
Explore
Fuel up your motorbike, grab your mates and head to Wagga Wagga, in the Riverina Region of New South Wales, for a three-hour tag-a-long tour with Wiradjuri man Mark Saddler. Mark will lead you deep into Wiradjuri Country, stopping at significant places to provide insights into traditional practices, bush tucker, and the sacred significance of the land.
Pausing in places where the air is filled with the scent of gum trees and the sounds of native birds, Mark will teach you some Wiradjuri language and share fascinating aspects of culture. This small group adventure is capped at eight people and lunch includes traditional bush tucker.
Bundyi Cultural Tours
MOTORCYCLE TAG A LONG TOURS | Adult from AU$190
Snorkel
Plunge into the crystal-clear waters of the Great Barrier Reef with Dreamtime Dive & Snorkel to add a unique cultural lens to your exploration of the vibrant corals and exotic marine life.
You’ll head out of Cairns on a catamaran staffed by Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Sea Rangers who will share Dreamtime stories and their traditional ecological knowledge, as well as demonstrating traditional dances and the didgeridoo. You’ll have the opportunity to try authentic clapsticks and fire poles during the five-hour experience, which includes snorkelling at two premium outer reef sites, snorkelling gear, morning tea and a buffet lunch.
Dreamtime Dive & Snorkel
DREAMTIME CRUISE | Adult from AU$219
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