Deadly After Dark – Indigenous Experience Sunset Cruise

  • 2 hours experience
  • Departs from Cairns Marlin Marina
  • 5.30 pm to 7.30 pm

Experience an exceptional Indigenous Sunset Cruise. As the sun sets over the Great Dividing Range, meet your Mandingalbay Yidjinji guide at Cairns Marina. Glide on our covered River Cruise vessel to East Trinity Reserve’s wetlands and ancient mangrove forests. Explore an Indigenous Protected Area, where ancient wisdom meets modern conservation.

Meander through ancient mangroves. At Stingray Shelter, partake in a Welcoming to Country ceremony. Initiated male elders perform a traditional smoke ceremony or apply “mugra” ochre paint. Mandingalbay Yidinji guides share ancient languages and practices.

Enjoy light canapes and non-alcoholic beverages. Return to Cairns Harbour through mangrove-lined waterways, witnessing the city lights from the water. This unique nighttime cultural experience is unmatched.

Want to learn more about the Mandingalbay clan from the Yidinji Nation? Book a half-day morning tour – Hands On Country Eco Tour.

Highlights

Unique Sunset Cruise guided by Mandingalbay Yidjinji.

Itinerary

5.15 pm: Check-in at Mooz Gelato and Juice Bar – Marina Point, 5/2 Pier Point Rd, Cairns

5.30 pm: Cruise departs from Finger Wharf C at the Cairns Marlin Marina

  • Cruise along an avenue of ancient mangrove forests
  • Welcome to Country
  • Light canapes

7.30 pm: return to Cairns Marlin Marina

Included

  • Return River Cruise from Cairns Marina to East Trinity
  • Welcome to Country Smoking Ceremony
  • Cultural Presentation in the Stingray Shelter
  • Non- Alcoholic Drinks and Light Canapes

What to bring

  • Camera and any prescribed medications – all food, and drinks are provided.

What to Wear?

  • Sturdy, covered flat footwear, insect repellent or light long sleeve shirt, pants, warm clothes/jacket if traveling between May and September

Important Information

Please Note: If a Mandingalbay elder male is not available to conduct the smoking ceremony our guides will provide an acknowledgment of Country with women and men offering traditional face painting as a sign of welcome and connection.

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