Sydney Aboriginal Walking Tour with Welcome Smoking Ceremony

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3 hours 15 minutes (approximately)
Offered in: English

Engage with authentic Aboriginal culture on this enriching 3-hour cultural experience in Sydney's stunning National Parks. Begin your journey with a traditional Welcome Smoking Ceremony, connecting you to the land and its stories.

Choose between the coastal beauty of Ku-ring-gai Chase National Park north of Sydney, where you'll learn about the vital role of women in Aboriginal culture and ceremony and explore ancient rock engravings.

Alternatively, opt for the rich history of Royal National Park in Sydney's south, home to significant rock art and teachings about respect for the land. Led by knowledgeable and endorsed local Aboriginal guides, this tour offers a unique perspective on cultural heritage amidst breathtaking landscapes.

- Traditional Welcome Smoking Ceremony to initiate your cultural journey
- Explore ancient rock engravings and sacred Aboriginal sites
- Small group sizes for personalized cultural exchange
- Accessible walks suitable for all levels in beautiful parks

What's Included

Fresh drinking water (bring reusable bottle)
Traditional Welcome Smoking Ceremony
Traditional storytelling and cultural knowledge sharing
Guided interpretation of ancient rock art and sacred cultural sites
Aboriginal cultural guide endorsed by National Parks to interpret Indigenous rock engravings
Air-conditioned vehicle transport between sites
Food

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point
You can choose from multiple locations at checkout.
End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Duration: 3 hours 15 minutes (approximately)
  • (Pass by)

    Sydney North: if you select this option your tour will start at 12 Yulong Ave, Terrey Hills NSW 2084. Rest stop and toilet facilities available before entering the national park. Board the air-conditioned vehicle and begin your journey into Ku-ring-gai Chase National Park with introductions and cultural context for the day ahead.

    Admission ticket free
  • (Pass by)

    Sydney South: if you select this option your tour will start in Sydney's Royal National Park, south of the city. Rest stop and toilet facilities available before entering the national park. Board the air-conditioned vehicle and begin your journey into the Royal National Park with introductions and cultural context for the day ahead.

    Admission ticket free
  • Sydney (Pass by)

    We take a short van ride during your tour to get to key locations where our walking tour will continue.

    Admission ticket free
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    Ku-ring-gai Chase National Park

    (Sydney North option only): Located on Sydney's northern shores, Ku-ring-gai Chase is one of Australia's oldest national parks and a treasure trove of Aboriginal heritage. The park features extensive Aboriginal rock art sites, including engravings that are thousands of years old, nestled among stunning sandstone landscapes, lush bushland, and tranquil waterways. The traditional lands of the Guringai people, this park offers a powerful connection to ancient Indigenous culture amidst breathtaking natural beauty.

    1 hour 30 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 2

    (Sydney South option only): Established in 1879, Royal National Park is the world's second-oldest national park, situated south of Sydney. This diverse coastal landscape encompasses dramatic clifftops, pristine beaches, rainforest valleys, and heathland plateaus. The park holds deep significance to the Dharawal people, whose ancestral connection to this land spans tens of thousands of years. Its varied terrain provides a stunning backdrop for exploring Aboriginal cultural heritage and traditional knowledge.

    1 hour 30 minutes • Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Please note the itinerary shows a sample from both tour options (Ku-Ring-Gai and Royal National Park), however you can only select one of these options for your tour as the locations are very far apart. The itinerary is an example only and is subject to change on the day
  • Not recommended for travelers with mobility issues
Supplied by Natcha Cultural Tours

Tags

Nature and Wildlife Tours
Half-day Tours
Bus Tours
Cultural Tours
Historical Tours
Walking Tours
Nature Walks
Short term availability

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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