Guide leading a group through Tungatt Mirring forest on Stone Country Half Day Tour.
Guide leading Tungatt Mirring Stone Country tour with group on wooden walkway.
Tour guide explaining landscape to visitors on Tungatt Mirring Stone Country Half 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.
Guide explaining cultural site at Budj Bim National Park, Australia.

Half-Day Guided Tour of Tungatt Mirring, Melbourne

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Explore Melbourne's rich history with this Half-Day Guided Tour of Tungatt Mirring, featuring an enlightening visit to the ancient aquaculture site at Tae Rak. Delve into the ingenious eel farming practices developed by the Gunditjmara people over 6,600 years ago using adjustable stone traps for sustainable agriculture. Continue your journey through Budj Bim's Kurtonitj Indigenous Protected Area, where you'll encounter remarkable remnants of this early aquaculture system.

Embark on a guided walking tour, unveiling the ingenious 6,600-year-old aquaculture practices of the Gunditjmara people.

Take a stroll through the Kurtonitj Indigenous Protected Area, teeming with historical stone eel traps, channels, and smoking trees.

Experience the tranquillity of Budj Bim National Park, home to lava tunnels, caves, and a delightful resident koala population.

Relish a morning tea amid the Budj Bim National Park, home to an extinct volcano, and a crater lake, Lake Surprise.

Did you know? The smoking tree is living proof of the technique used to smoke eels, giving them a unique flavor and preserving them for later use or trade.

Half-day guided tour

Gunditjmara cultural guide

Morning tea

Lunch

Guide leading a group through Tungatt Mirring forest on Stone Country Half Day Tour.

Guide leading a group through Tungatt Mirring forest on Stone Country Half Day Tour.

Discover Ancient Aquaculture at Tae Rak

Kick-start your journey of exploration at the Tae Rak Aquaculture Centre, where you'll get an insightful glimpse into the ingenious aquaculture practices of the Gunditjmara people. Dating back 6,600 years, this intricate system of eel farming utilized stone traps that could be adjusted based on eel size, embodying an early form of sustainable farming. Your journey continues at the heart of Budj Bim, the Kurtonitj Indigenous Protected Area (IPA). This cultural treasure trove houses remnants of stone eel traps, stone channels, and eel-smoking trees, a testament to an era when this landscape thrived with activity.

Unveiling the Wonders of Stone Country at Tungatt Mirring

Continuing your journey, arrive at Budj Bim National Park. Nestled within the Western Victorian Volcanic Plains, this inactive volcano, known to Gunditjmara as Mount Eccles, awaits. Take a moment to enjoy your morning tea amidst the tranquil surroundings before you embark on a cultural walk across this 'Stone Country'. Marvel at Lake Surprise, a crater lake formed by one of Australia's youngest lava flows that extends over 50 kilometers. Explore the captivating lava tunnels and caves, a geological wonder of this terrain. Keep an eye out for the extensive koala population that finds sanctuary among these lush forests.

Guide leading Tungatt Mirring Stone Country tour with group on wooden walkway.

Guide leading Tungatt Mirring Stone Country tour with group on wooden walkway.

Tour guide explaining landscape to visitors on Tungatt Mirring Stone Country Half Day Tour.

Tour guide explaining landscape to visitors on Tungatt Mirring Stone Country Half Day Tour.

Group on boardwalk during Kooyang Yana full day tour, observing wetlands and landscape.

Group on boardwalk during Kooyang Yana full day tour, observing wetlands and landscape.

Important Information

  • Facilities: Wheelchair Accessibility.

  • It's recommended to wear long pants (winter) and good socks for walking along with sturdy walking shoes or hiking boots.

  • Bring along your sunscreen, hat, water bottle, umbrella, and jacket.

  • Note that the following is allowed on this tour: registered assistance dogs.

Aerial view of visitors exploring a circular stone installation on the Kooyang Walk Full Day Tour.

Aerial view of visitors exploring a circular stone installation on the Kooyang Walk Full Day Tour.

Guide explaining cultural site at Budj Bim National Park, Australia.

Guide explaining cultural site at Budj Bim National Park, Australia.

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FAQs

Early morning between 6-8 AM offers fewer crowds and beautiful golden light for photos. Avoid Fridays when it's closed for prayers. October to March provides cooler weather, making your experience more comfortable. Sunrise visits are magical with stunning views.
Bring comfortable walking shoes, sunscreen, sunglasses, and a hat. A reusable water bottle is recommended as hydration is crucial during the tour. Additionally, consider bringing a jacket or sweater for cooler mornings and evenings.
Yes, it's suitable for children over 6 years old. The guided tour includes interesting stories about the site that can engage young minds. However, due to walking distances, ensure your child is capable of handling a few hours of walking.
The most convenient way to reach Tungatt Mirring is by joining the guided tour which includes transportation from major hotels and pickup points. Alternatively, you can rent a car or taxi but be aware of parking restrictions.
Booking ahead is highly recommended as tours often sell out quickly, especially during peak seasons like October to March. Early booking ensures you secure a spot on your preferred date and time.
The tour lasts approximately 4 hours including transportation and guided exploration of the site. The actual time at Tungatt Mirring is about 2-3 hours, allowing for a comprehensive visit.
Your ticket includes round-trip transportation from your hotel, entrance fees to Tungatt Mirring, an expert guide who speaks multiple languages, and a detailed booklet about the site. Snacks and bottled water are provided during breaks.
Photography is allowed but please be respectful of the site's rules regarding flash photography and tripod use. Some areas may require special permission or additional fees, so it’s best to ask your guide for guidance.
The smoking tree serves as living evidence of traditional techniques used to smoke eels. This process not only imparts a distinctive flavor but also helps preserve them for later use or trade.
It's recommended to wear long pants during winter months, good socks, and sturdy walking shoes or hiking boots. Additionally, bringing sunscreen, a hat, water bottle, umbrella, and jacket is advisable.
Registered assistance dogs are allowed to accompany participants during this tour.
During your visit to Budj Bim National Park, you'll encounter lava tunnels, caves, and a crater lake known as Lake Surprise. The park is also home to an extinct volcano and resident koalas.
The tour includes a guided walking exploration of ancient aquaculture practices by the Gunditjmara people, strolling through historical sites in Kurtonitj Indigenous Protected Area with stone eel traps and channels, experiencing Budj Bim National Park's lava tunnels and caves, enjoying morning tea at Lake Surprise, and learning about traditional smoking trees used for preserving eels.
Yes, facilities for wheelchair access are available throughout the tour.
Lunch is excluded from the offerings in this half-day guided tour, so you may want to plan accordingly.
The Half-Day Guided Tour of Tungatt Mirring takes place in Melbourne, Australia, focusing on areas like Budj Bim National Park and Kurtonitj Indigenous Protected Area.
The tour includes a half-day guided exploration with cultural insights from a Gunditjmara guide and morning tea during the visit to Budj Bim National Park.
At Tae Rak Aquaculture Centre, you'll gain insights into the Gunditjmara people's aquaculture practices that date back 6,600 years. These techniques involved stone traps for eel farming, showcasing an early form of sustainable agriculture.

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