1 DAY TIWI ISLANDS
Tour type Full Day Tours
Learn about the Tiwi people and their unique culture – a once in a lifetime opportunity to visit a modern day Aboriginal community. The one day tour will provide you with an insight into the Tiwi people’s rich culture and lifestyle.
FREE CITY SIGHTS TOUR OF DARWIN
Discover the unique culture of the Tiwi Islands on our 1 day tour and receive a FREE City Sights tour of Darwin.*
*Conditions: Book by 31 Aug 2011 for travel between 01 Mar 2011 and 30 Nov 2011. For new bookings only. Subject to availability. Quote S&D122 when booking.
Further conditions apply.
WHAT WE SEE & DO
- Scenic flight from Darwin
- Visit the Museum with interesting displays of traditional art and depictions of the Tiwi 'dreamtime' stories
- Early Mission Precinct and unique Tiwi church
- Visit local Arts and Crafts centres with the chance to purchase original pieces at wholesale prices
- Spend time with some Tiwi women and our Guides during a cultural exchange
- Witness traditional dance and a smoking ceremony and hear the meaning behind them
- Learn some of the complex rituals associated with the Pukumani (burial ceremony)
- Returns in time for Mindil Beach Markets
TOUR DETAILS
- Code: TIB1
- Operates: February to Mid-December
- Mon - Fri 7.30am from Darwin General Aviation Airport
- Returns: 5.15pm approximately to Darwin General Aviation Airport
- Tour Price Including Airfare: Adult $498; Child (15 years & under) $448
- Return flights to Bathurst Island are included in the tour cost.
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WHAT'S INCLUDED
- Air-conditioned Mini-bus or 4WD vehicle
- Knowledgeable Tiwi/NT Resident guide
- Morning tea
- Lunch
- Permits
- Ice-water throughout the tour
WHAT YOU NEED TO BRING
- Passengers need to bring sunscreen and hat, swimwear, towel, personal requisites, camera, comfortable walking shoes, insect repellent.