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Tiwi Islands Aboriginal Cultural Tour

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Ferry crossing to Bathurst Island
Unique Tiwi Catholic Church
Traditional Aboriginal art

Discover interesting rituals
Traditional ceremonies
Billy tea & damper

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A highly personalised cultural experience, ‘Tiwi By Design’ is an opportunity to immerse yourself in the busy day of one of the oldest and most artistically diverse art centres in Australia.

After disembarking from the ferry in the Aboriginal community of Wurrumiyanga on Bathurst Island, meet your guide who will escort you to the Tiwi Design Art Centre, one of the oldest and most artistically diverse art centres in Australia.

You’ll get to participate in an exclusive behind-the-scenes screen printing workshop. Choose from contemporary or traditional Tiwi designs to print onto a take-home t-shirt, tea towel or fabric – a wonderful souvenir of your Tiwi visit.

There's some free time to browse the carvings, paintings and fabric, your best opportunity to purchase authentic Tiwi pieces at Island prices.

This is a leisurely day of absorbing the workings of a busy Indigenous art centre – you may see art pieces destined for international exhibitions, talk to artists who are carving or painting, and sometimes the ladies will be there weaving and chatting. It is always loud and busy with Tiwi people coming and going, and Ngarukuruwala music playing on repeat.

Take the time to connect, share where you’re from and which footy team you support, ask about the stories you see on the paintings, or ask the artists to show you their work. Relax and reflect on your day on your return to Cullen Bay on the air-conditioned SeaLink high-speed catamarans (approx. 2.5hours).

Note

This tour will now be operated by SeaLink for the 2026 season due to cyclone-related damage

Inclusions

Return ferry to Bathurst Island departing Darwin
Morning tea and lunch
Guided walking tour to the historic mission precinct
Cultural art session and take home screen print
Air-conditioned vehicle
Experienced driver/guide

Exclusions

Hotel pick ups and drops offs - you will need to make your own way to the Cullen Bay Ferry Terminal

Highlights

Ferry Crossing to Bathurst Island
The Museum
Arts and crafts co-operatives
Lookout and burial site

Time

Tours depart on Thursdays and Fridays at 8am
Check-in commences at 7:30am
Return time: 5:45pm
Please note there are no hotel pick ups for this tour, you will need to make your own way to the Cullen Bay Ferry Terminal

Duration

Approx 9 hours 45mins

Departure Location

Cullen Bay Ferry Terminal

What To Bring

Sunscreen
Hat
Comfortable shoes
Camera
Insect repellent - cream or lotion (non aerosol)

Additional Information

A reasonable level of fitness is required
This is a guided walking-based tour rather than coach-based and is classified as easy, with less walking overall than the original itinerary. However, as it involves walking, it is not recommended for guests requiring walking aids
The roads can be dusty, not a place for your best clothes
All dietary requirements must be advised at the time of booking
Companion card holders are entitled to a 50% discount, however the companion card must be presented at time of travel to validate. Please contact the tour operator directly to book in for your companion passenger. Once the booking has been made you will be sent a voucher with the tour operators details attached

Booking Information

Your booking can take up to 1-2 business days to be confirmed with the operator. Please ensure that you contact us 07 5592 2233 to confirm your booking if your travel date is within this period

“Learn about the Tiwi people and their unique culture – a once in a lifetime opportunity to visit a modern day Aboriginal community. This one day tour will provide you with an insight into the Tiwi people’s rich culture and lifestyle.”

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