Full Day Guided Tour of Kooyang Yana with Lunch, Melbourne
Full Day Guided Tour of Kooyang Yana with Lunch, Melbourne
Duration: 7 hours (approx.)
7 hours (approx.)
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Experience an insightful Full Day Guided Tour of Kooyang Yana in Melbourne, where you'll explore ancient aquaculture at Tae Rak Aquaculture Centre and explore Gunditjmara eel farming techniques. Marvel at the innovative environmental engineering with rock channels, weirs, and dams that facilitated water management to trap and harvest eels. Discover the Budj Bim seasonal calendar that highlights this unique cultural heritage in Kurtonitj Indigenous Protected Area.
Experience an insightful Full Day Guided Tour of Kooyang Yana in Melbourne, where you'll explore ancient aquaculture at Tae Rak Aquaculture Centre and explore Gunditjmara eel farming techniques. Marvel at the innovative environmental engineering with rock channels, weirs, and dams that facilitated water management to trap and harvest eels. Discover the Budj Bim seasonal calendar that highlights this unique cultural heritage in Kurtonitj Indigenous Protected Area.
Explore Aboriginal culture through an engaging walk around Lake Condah with our knowledgeable guide.
Discover ancient eel-trapping techniques at Kurtonitj Indigenous Protected Area under expert guidance.
Marvel at Budj Bim National Park's natural wonders, including lava tunnels and playful koalas!
Savor local flavors starting your day with morning tea and continuing with lunch at Tae Rak Aquaculture Centre & Café.
Experience a UNESCO site that predates the Egyptian Pyramids by over 6,000 years.
Gunditjmara cultural guide
Morning tea provided during your visit to Budj Bim National Park
Lunch included as part of the Full Day Guided Tour of Kooyang Yana
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Group walking on boardwalk over wetlands during Kooyang Yana full day tour.
Tour Overview
Your Full Day Guided Tour of Kooyang Yana includes an exploration in Budj Bim National Park. This tour offers insights into the ancient aquaculture practices at Tae Rak Aquaculture Centre, located near Melbourne.
Exploring Ancient Ingenuity and Cultural Significance
The journey begins with a visit to 'Tungatt Mirring' or Stone Country within Budj Bim National Park. This area is known for its caves, lava tunnels, and diverse ecosystem that includes an abundant koala population. The last eruption here occurred over 20,000 years ago.
Visit Kurtonitj Indigenous Protected Area
The tour also features a visit to the Kurtonitj Indigenous Protected Area where you can see ancient eel traps and stone channels. At Tae Rak Aquaculture Centre, experience their traditional methods of eel preparation using an ancient smoking tree.
Understanding Ancient Aquaculture
The Gunditjmara people's environmental knowledge is evident in the rock channels they carved to manage water flow from wetlands to sinkholes. This engineering feat involved creating a network of channels, weirs, and dams for trapping and harvesting eels.
Experience Cultural Walks and Meals
The tour includes morning tea followed by lunch at Tae Rak Aquaculture Centre & Café in Melbourne. In the afternoon, enjoy a guided cultural walk through Tae Rak and surrounding wetlands with your guide.
Lake Condah: A Vital Part of Aboriginal History
- Discover stone aquaculture sites and walls at Lake Condah.
- Enjoy the lively display of birdlife in this historically significant area.
Guide demonstrating traditional tool to group on Kooyang Yana Walk.
Group of people on a floating platform during Kooyang Yana full day tour, surrounded by water and trees.
Group walking on boardwalk over wetlands during Kooyang Yana full day tour.
Guide demonstrating traditional tool to group on Kooyang Yana Walk.
Group of people on a floating platform during Kooyang Yana full day tour, surrounded by water and trees.
Group on boardwalk during Kooyang Yana full day tour, observing wetlands and landscape.
Important Information
- This tour offers wheelchair accessibility to ensure everyone can join in the adventure.
- We suggest wearing long pants during winter months and bringing good socks, sturdy walking shoes or hiking boots for your comfort while exploring.
- To stay comfortable outdoors, remember to pack sunscreen, a hat, water bottle, umbrella, and jacket.
Registered assistance dogs are welcome on this tour, so bring yours if needed!
Restrictions
This experience is not suitable for guests aged 3 years or younger.
Aerial view of visitors exploring a circular stone installation on the Kooyang Walk Full Day Tour.
Group on boardwalk during Kooyang Yana full day tour, observing wetlands and landscape.
Aerial view of visitors exploring a circular stone installation on the Kooyang Walk Full Day Tour.
Wear long pants and sturdy walking shoes or hiking boots for a comfortable experience while exploring along with good socks in winter.
Don't forget to bring sunscreen, hat, water bottle, umbrella, and jacket as you explore Lake Condah's natural wonders.
If planning multiple visits, start at the furthest attraction first to make your day more efficient.
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