INDIGENOUS
The Great Tropical Drive passes through the traditional lands of over 20 distinctly different tribal groups. Their customs and beliefs are deeply imbedded in landscape you are driving through. Rediscover the deep spiritual ties between people and nature through Indigenous food, art, dance, the wisdom of elders and the rhythms of daily life.
Cultural hot spots include:
 Kuranda-SmithfieldThis area is the traditional home of the Djabugay people - a range of show and tours are available. |
 Daintree CoastThe traditional home of the Yalanji people, gain insights into their ancient culture and modern lives through personal tours, galleries and dancers. |
 CooktownLiving a different life from the days before colonisation, but Aborigines have maintained their close ties to the natural environment. Don't miss the opportunity to share their incredibly rich knowledge, take a tour with indigenous guides based in the Cooktown area. |
 LauraThe area surrounding Laura is known as 'Quinkan country', renowned for its ancient Aboriginal rock art galleries. Carbon dating shows Aboriginal people have occupied this area for at least 37,500 years. |
 MalandaMalanda is the traditional home of the Nadjon people, visit the Malanda Visitor Centre displays and take guided walks through the nearby rainforest with a Nadjon elder. |
 RavenshoeRavenshoe is the traditional home of the Jiddabul people, see extensive cultural displays at the Ravenshoe Visitor Centre. |
 Charters TowersLearn the story of how a young aboriginal boy was the first to find gold in Charters Towers. See the artists at work at the Gudjul Art Gallery every second Thursday and Friday. |
 AyrClimb 'Gubullamunda' the giant carpet snake, the totem for the Juru people, the local indigenous group. Experience the Juru Walk and bush tucker garden. |
 TownsvilleBecome amazed by the history and performances of the Townsville Aboriginal and Torres Straight Island people. |
 Magnetic IslandExplore interpretative tours of the Wulgurukaba People on Magnetic Island. Ferries cross to Magnetic Island several times a day. |
 CardwellVisit the Girringun Cultural Centre in Cardwell to learn more about the local Indigenous people and their traditions. |
 Mena Creek-Tully-Upper MurrayCoastal tribes from Innisfail to Cardwell offer a diverse range of tours, dances and displays that reflect the diversity of language groups. Don't miss the Echo Creek Indigenous dancers at Paronella Park. |
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