After a 20 minute scenic flight (additional cost) you arrive at the Aboriginal community of Nguiu on Bathurst Island where you are met by your local guide.

Visit the museum with its interesting displays of traditional art and depictions of the Tiwi 'dreamtime' stories and Early Mission Precinct with its unique Tiwi style Catholic Church. Hear about the early mission days and learn how the Tiwi people have blended their culture with Christianity.

Be taken through the successful arts and crafts centres and see where the artists work. At morning tea we spend time with some Tiwi ladies enjoying billy tea and damper while they work on their weaving and painting. Your guides and the ladies also demonstrate their totem dances and perform a smoking ceremony to bless the visitors.

Set out for a scenic drive through the wilderness of Bathurst Island. Enjoy lunch and visit a local waterhole for a swim (bring swimmers and towel). Learn some of the complex rituals associated with the Pukumani (burial ceremony). Learn about traditional bush tucker, bush medicine and natural fibres and dyes on your return to the community for your return flight to Darwin (additional cost), arriving at approximately 5.15pm. (L)

Tour Code: DB01 Prices - Adult - $199 Child - $159 Prices valid to 31 Mar 08 Departs Mon & Fri. (Mar to Nov) Land content only.

Return flight to Bathurst Island is not included in the tour price. Please enquire for flight prices. Child price applies to children 15 years and under. Touring may vary due to seasonal and cultural conditions. Clients are recommended to bring swim wear, towel, hat, sunscreen, insect repellant, camera, film and water bottle. A reasonable level of fitness is required for this tour. This tour is operated with a maximum of 21 clients in conjunction with Tiwi Tours.

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