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Walk a 3.8km stretch of the Bundian Way in Thaua Country, led by local Aboriginal Custodians through ancient landscapes and powerful cultural stories. This 3-hour journey from Jigamy to the Pinnacles offers a rare and profound connection to Australia's indigenous heritage.
Walk a 3.8km stretch of the Bundian Way in Thaua Country, led by local Aboriginal Custodians through ancient landscapes and powerful cultural stories. This 3-hour journey from Jigamy to the Pinnacles offers a rare and profound connection to Australia's indigenous heritage.
Book with Eden Local Aboriginal Land Council
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Operated by Eden Local Aboriginal Land Council · Broadwater, New South Wales
The Bundian Way - Bilbaan Cultural Experience is a deeply enriching 3-hour journey situated at Jiggamy, 4381 Princes Hwy, Broadwater NSW. Operated by the Eden Local Aboriginal Land Council, this walk offers far more than just a trek through coastal landscapes—it’s a chance to step into the living culture of Thaua Country. Starting at the Keeping Place in Jigamy, guests are greeted with a traditional smoking ceremony, an elemental rite that cleanses and honors both people and land before setting off.
From here, small groups follow a carefully selected 3.8-kilometer section along the Bundian Way, an ancient Aboriginal pathway once used for trade, ceremony, and connection, stretching from Twofold Bay (Turemulerrer) to Mount Kosciuszko (Targangal). The trail passes through diverse ecosystems—dense coastal bushland, coastal heath, and exposed old water tables—each site layered with meaning. This walk culminates at the Pinnacles, a dramatic geological formation on the coast that commands stunning ocean views and offers a physical touchpoint to the region’s deep natural history.
What sets this experience apart is the guidance of Country Custodians who share stories, knowledge of local plants, and insights into cultural practices that have sustained Aboriginal communities for thousands of years. This is not just a walk; it’s an immersive lesson in resilience, tradition, and respect for Country.
Located within Beowa National Park, the tour carefully balances accessibility and preservation, ensuring that visitors leave with a heightened appreciation of Aboriginal heritage and the fragile environment. By participating, travelers contribute directly to the local community, supporting cultural pride and intergenerational knowledge transfer.
Whether you’re seeking meaningful cultural engagement or a walk with a powerful story woven into every step, the Bundian Way experience is a must-visit for anyone interested in Australia’s living history and extraordinary coastal landscapes.
moderate.
3 hours.
Participants should have a basic to moderate level of fitness able to handle 3.8 km over uneven terrain.
Yes, the tour is recommended for children aged 8 years and older due to its length and terrain.
No, as the trail passes through Beowa National Park, pets are subject to National Park restrictions and are not permitted.
The experience includes a traditional smoking ceremony, guided walk, national park fees, and return vehicle transfer from the Pinnacles to Jigamy.
No technical hiking skills are required, but participants need to be comfortable walking 3.8 km on natural terrain.
The trail is not suitable for strollers or wheelchairs due to rugged and uneven surfaces.
Yes, restrooms are located at the Keeping Place in Jigamy and near the Pinnacles carpark roughly 2.8 km into the walk.
The Bundian Way served as a vital travel and trade route connecting Aboriginal groups from the coast to the high country for thousands of years.
Tours operated by the Eden Local Aboriginal Land Council promote sustainable visitation that supports cultural preservation and protects fragile ecosystems within Beowa National Park.
Eden Local Aboriginal Land Council represents the local Aboriginal community in Eden, New South Wales, and offers cultural experiences showcasing Thaua Country. The council leads the Bundian Way - Bilbaan Cultural Experience, a three-hour guided journey that begins with a traditional smoking ceremony at Jigamy. Guided by Country Custodians, participants walk sections of the Bundian Way, learning Aboriginal culture, history and songlines while traversing diverse coastal and ridge landscapes to the Pinnacles. As a locally based Aboriginal organisation featured on The Adventure Collective, the council facilitates direct connection between visitors and Country through experienced community custodians. The experience emphasizes respectful learning, cultural protocols and listening to place-based stories passed down through generations. Practical details for visitors include a 3-hour duration, starting location at Jigamy, and walks across accessible trails to scenic viewpoints. The council’s approach centers on living culture: ceremonies, stories and on-Country interpretation led by custodians who maintain cultural responsibility for Thaua Country. This presentation is designed for travelers seeking an authentic, community-led cultural itinerary grounded in Aboriginal knowledge and landscape connection. The Eden Local Aboriginal Land Council provides a structured, guided activity that supports cultural education and awareness while showcasing the Bundian Way’s significance. Visitors should come prepared for walking, sun protection and respectful engagement with custodial guidance. The offering presents an opportunity to learn about Aboriginal heritage in a focused, locally managed format that underscores cultural continuity and place-based learning. Bookings are organised through local channels and details are available directly via The Adventure Collective listing online.
Book with Eden Local Aboriginal Land Council