International student tour: Living country, living culture
Katoomba area in Blue Mountains National Park
Overview
COVID-safe tours and events
In line with the latest NSW Government COVID-19 advice, masks are encouraged for indoor settings where you cannot maintain a safe distance from others.
Come and explore the rich, innovative and sustainable culture of Australia’s First People. Watch a hands-on presentation to learn about traditional and contemporary Aboriginal culture.
- When
Available on request, 7 days per week.
- Where
- Katoomba area in Blue Mountains National Park
- Accessibility
- Easy
- Time suggested
- 2hrs
- Grade
- Easy. From April to October, it’s a good idea to bring wet weather gear, a beanie, gloves and warm jacket.
- Price
-
Prices start at $595 (including GST) for a group of up to 20 participants.
- Meeting point
- This tour can be run anywhere in Blue Mountains National Park and can run in other locations on request.
- What to
bring - Suitable clothing, sturdy shoes, drinking water, snacks, sunscreen
- Bookings
- Bookings required. Phone 02 4784 7301 or email Blue Mountains Discovery Coordinator.
- Please note
Suitable for international study tour groups: high school and university students.
Immerse yourself in the meaning, traditions and connections of Australian Aboriginal culture during this 2hr program. You'll watch a hands-on presentation with “The sustainable toolkit”, including both women’s and men’s traditional tools, furs, art and weapons. The presentation will also include a short guided walk. Discover the different roles of men and women and learn about traditional language and significant Aboriginal customs. You'll gain an appreciation of the deeply embedded connection to Country. Underpinning this experience are strong messages of sustainability and caring for Country. There'll also be some dancing, ochre painting, and other activities. Staged at several key areas in the Blue Mountains, you can pick your preferred location. Choose from Wentworth Falls, The Three Sisters at Echo Point, or the NPWS Heritage Centre at Blackheath.
Operated by
- NSW National Parks & Wildlife Service
Park info
- in the Katoomba area of Blue Mountains National Park in the Sydney and surrounds region
Katoomba area is always open but some locations may close at times due to maintenance, poor weather or fire danger.
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