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Kooyang Yana | Kooyang | Full Day Tour
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Kooyang Yana | Kooyang | Full Day Tour
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Highlights
Explore the Budj Bim Cultural Landscape, centred around Mount Eccles (Budj Bim), an ancient volcano in the Western Victorian Volcanic Plains. Join a cultural walk led by a knowledgeable Gunditjmara guide. Discover Lake Surprise, lava tunnels, caves, and a diverse forest with abundant wildlife, including a thriving koala population. Learn about the deep cultural significance of this land to the Gunditjmara people and their rich traditions that have shaped the landscape for generations. The tour visits Budj Bim National Park, Kurtonitj Indigenous Protected Area (IPA), and a guided walk of the Tae Rak (Lake Condah) wetlands.
Immerse yourself in the captivating stories and legends of the Budj Bim Cultural Landscape as you explore its natural wonders.
Gain a deeper understanding of the spiritual connection between the Gunditjmara people and this sacred land.
Learn about the network of aquaculture systems designed to trap and harvest kooyang for food and trade.
See kooyang (eel) smoking trees, fish traps and the Budj Bim Seasonal Calendar installation at Kurtonitj IPA.
See lava flows and kooyang traps on the eastern side of Tae Rak (Lake Condah).
Discover the remains of ancient Aboriginal stone houses.
What's included
INCLUDED
Gunditjmara Aboriginal guide
Transport
Guided cultural walks
Access fees
Morning tea and light lunch
Itinerary
Tae Rak Aquaculture Centre (Lake Condah) (9:30 AM)
Meet your tour guide and transfer to the Kurtonitj Indigenous Protected Area (IPA).
Budj Bim Cultural Landscape
Kurtonitj (meaning 'crossing place') is in the centre of the Budj Bim Cultural Landscape. Your guide will show you some historical stone kooyang (eel) traps and stone channels, stone house sites, and eel smoking trees.
Budj Bim Seasonal Calendar Installation
There are six seasons of Gunditjmara Country, characterized by the climate and the lifecycles of eels, birds, bees, and reptiles. The seasonal calendar installation features information on each of the seasons and what is happening in and around the landscape at that time.
Morning Tea
After Kurtonitj, visit Budj Bim National Park where you will enjoy morning tea.
Tungatt Mirring
Budj Bim is a Gunditjmara name for Mount Eccles, an inactive volcano located within the Western Victorian Volcanic Plains. The Gunditjmara call the area ‘Tungatt Mirring’ or Stone Country, and it is where the legend of Budj Bim began.
Cultural Walk
Your guide will take you on a cultural walk with key features of interest, including Lake Surprise, lava tunnels, caves, forest, and wildlife, including an extensive koala population.
Lunch
After visiting Budj Bim National Park, return to the Tae Rak Aquaculture Centre & Café for lunch (included).
Tae Rak - Guided Cultural Walk
After lunch, enjoy a Guided Cultural Walk of Tae Rak (Lake Condah) and the surrounding wetlands. Learn about the extensive range of stone aquaculture sites and stone walls. Along the way, you might see birdlife and other wildlife.
End of Tour (4 PM)
The walking tour finishes back at the Tae Rak Aquaculture Centre & Cafe.
Meet your tour guide and transfer to the Kurtonitj Indigenous Protected Area (IPA).
Budj Bim Cultural Landscape
Kurtonitj (meaning 'crossing place') is in the centre of the Budj Bim Cultural Landscape. Your guide will show you some historical stone kooyang (eel) traps and stone channels, stone house sites, and eel smoking trees.
Budj Bim Seasonal Calendar Installation
There are six seasons of Gunditjmara Country, characterized by the climate and the lifecycles of eels, birds, bees, and reptiles. The seasonal calendar installation features information on each of the seasons and what is happening in and around the landscape at that time.
Morning Tea
After Kurtonitj, visit Budj Bim National Park where you will enjoy morning tea.
Tungatt Mirring
Budj Bim is a Gunditjmara name for Mount Eccles, an inactive volcano located within the Western Victorian Volcanic Plains. The Gunditjmara call the area ‘Tungatt Mirring’ or Stone Country, and it is where the legend of Budj Bim began.
Cultural Walk
Your guide will take you on a cultural walk with key features of interest, including Lake Surprise, lava tunnels, caves, forest, and wildlife, including an extensive koala population.
Lunch
After visiting Budj Bim National Park, return to the Tae Rak Aquaculture Centre & Café for lunch (included).
Tae Rak - Guided Cultural Walk
After lunch, enjoy a Guided Cultural Walk of Tae Rak (Lake Condah) and the surrounding wetlands. Learn about the extensive range of stone aquaculture sites and stone walls. Along the way, you might see birdlife and other wildlife.
End of Tour (4 PM)
The walking tour finishes back at the Tae Rak Aquaculture Centre & Cafe.
Itinerary details are for reference only and may be subject to change depending on the weather and other unforeseen circumstances.
Meeting Point
Tae Rak Aquaculture Centre, Vaughans Road, Breakaway Creek, Victoria, 3303
Additional information
Operating Hours
Wednesday - Sunday, from 9:30AM
What To Bring
Comfortable shoes
Good To Know
Children aged 0-14 are not allowed to join this tour.
For safety purposes, participants have to be above 150cm and below 100kg to participate in this tour.
Participants should be able to ride a scooter comfortably. The operator reserves the right to refuse service if the customer cannot ride a scooter safely, and no refunds will be issued.
Participants should be able to ride a scooter comfortably. The operator reserves the right to refuse service if the customer cannot ride safely, and no refund will be granted.
Under no circumstances are alcohol or drugs allowed to be taken during the tour.
The customer will be soley reponsible for the scooter allocated to them.
Arrive at the meet-up location 10 minutes before the scheduled activity time.
Booking Confirmation
Your booking will be confirmed by the provider within 24 hours.
Refund/Cancellation Policy
A full refund will be processed if cancelled at least 24 hours before date of selection. No refund will be processed if cancelled less than 24 hours before the date of selection.
Advanced Booking
Please book at least 24 hours prior to your date of selection to guarantee your booking.
Redemption Notes
Show mobile or printed voucher to the staff before commencing the activity.
Ticket Validity
Upon booking confirmation, this ticket is valid on the date of selection only.
Location
Address
Tae Rak Aquaculture Centre, Vaughans Road, Breakaway Creek, Victoria, 3303
Provider
Budj Bim Cultural Landscape Tourism
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