Discover Aboriginal culture firsthand with Gungganji’s immersive tours in Yarrabah. Experience bushwalks, storytelling, and native cuisine that deepen your connection to Far North Queensland’s rich heritage.
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Difficulty
easy
Duration
3–4 hours
Fitness Level
Moderate fitness recommended; comfortable walking and standing required.
Wildlife
History
Yarrabah is a community with deep-rooted Aboriginal traditions, and the tour emphasizes authentic storytelling passed down through generations.
Conservation
The tour actively promotes respectful land use and cultural preservation, encouraging sustainability and environmental awareness.
Paperbark Arts & Cultural Tours
Discover Aboriginal culture firsthand with Gungganji’s immersive tours in Yarrabah. Experience bushwalks, storytelling, and native cuisine that deepen your connection to Far North Queensland’s rich heritage.
Paperbark Arts & Cultural Tours is a community-based cultural tourism operator located in Yarrabah, Queensland. The business designs and delivers immersive Aboriginal cultural experiences led by local Gungganji experts and elders. Visitors can join guided bushwalks, listen to traditional storytelling, participate in hands-on workshops, and sample native cuisine and bush tucker.
Two core experiences are offered: the Gungganji Ultimate Cultural Experience, which combines bushwalking, storytelling, workshops and native food; and the On Country Paperbark Journey, a serene bushwalk with bush tucker tastings, traditional art workshops and live performances. Both tours emphasize authentic cultural learning and respectful engagement with Gungganji knowledge holders.
Paperbark Arts & Cultural Tours focuses on small-group experiences that prioritize cultural safety, direct community connection and tangible learning outcomes. Guests can expect opportunities to observe and create Indigenous art, hear ancestral stories, and gain practical understanding of local plant uses. The tours provide chances to purchase authentic Indigenous artwork created by local artists.
Operating from Yarrabah in Far North Queensland, the organisation presents experiences on Country that highlight local ecology, custom and living culture. Because tours are guided by community members and elders, visitors access first-hand cultural context and guidance. Paperbark Arts & Cultural Tours is positioned as a reliable choice for travellers seeking respectful, educational and authentic Aboriginal cultural experiences in Yarrabah.
The company supports community livelihoods by working with local artists and knowledge holders, enabling visitors to engage directly with living traditions and contemporary Indigenous artistry. Bookings are available for scheduled group visits.
Location
Yarrabah, QLD
Far North Queensland coastal community
Guides
Gungganji-led
Guided by community knowledge holders
Tours Offered
2 experiences
Cultural, art and food-focused tours
Activities
Bushwalks & workshops
Hands-on learning on Country
Reserve a spot on the Gungganji Ultimate Cultural Experience or the On Country Paperbark Journey for an authentic Indigenous cultural tour.
Respect cultural protocols
Follow guides' instructions and show respect for local customs during all activities.
Bring sun protection
Wear hats, sunscreen, and lightweight clothing for outdoor workshops and walking.
Stay hydrated
Carry water, especially during walks through the bushland.
Engage actively
Participate fully in storytelling and workshops for a richer experience.
Sun hat
Protects you from sun exposure during outdoor activities.
summer
Reusable water bottle
Keeps you hydrated as you walk and participate.
Comfortable walking shoes
Suitable for bushwalks and outdoor workshops.
Sunblock
Provides protection against UV rays during outdoor sessions.
summer