Broome's Ultimate Aboriginal Culture Expedition
Embark on Mabu Buru Tours' "Broome’s Ultimate Aboriginal Culture Expedition" for an unforgettable journey. This four-day experience invites you to deeply connect with the history, culture, and traditions of the Aboriginal people in and around the Broome area. Set against the stunning backdrop of Broome and its surrounding areas, each day unfolds a new facet of Indigenous life.
From the serene beauty of Cable Beach at sunset to the intimate storytelling and dance performances of the Bardi-Jawi and Karajarri people, you'll engage in hands-on activities that bring you closer to the land and its original custodians. Experience traditional hunting and gathering, a cultural boat cruise in Roebuck Bay, a scenic flight down the West Kimberley coastline and the unique family gathering Wakaj experience. This expedition isn't just a trip; it's a heart- to-heart connection with the oldest living culture in the world, offering insights that will stay with you long after you return home.
Location
Rubibi/Broome, Western Australia
What to expect
Mabu Buru Tours invites you to join us on this ultimate journey, with a very specific purpose!
“To connect with Aboriginal people and to better understand their traditional lifestyle, history, culture and connection to country, while exploring Broome and its majestic surrounding areas!”
Our iconic Aboriginal Experiences include:
THE CABLE BEACH MUWARRT
Muwarrt, meaning "Story Time", is a traditional style gathering that provides an opportunity to learn about Aboriginal culture in a natural and culturally safe environment. Join Aboriginal Tour Guide Johani Mamid from Mabu Buru Tours for a relaxing conversation, or a Muwarrt, at the famous Cable Beach.
This unique experience includes:
- Authentic stories and lessons shared by a local Aboriginal person.
- An introduction to the local Aboriginal culture, Country and history.
- An explanation of Bugarrigarra, creation beings, our spirit beliefs and dreaming.
- An explanation of our "Connection to Country", and our traditional lifestyle that is guided by our ancient knowledge of the local seasons.
- A song performance demonstrations using our traditional instruments, the kullie.
- Revealing of the Cable Beach Dinosaur Track location (tide dependant, visible on tides below 3.0m)
THE SOUTHERN CROSS CULTURAL WALK IN BARDI COUNTRY
Join Bardi – Jawi man Bolo Angus and his family on an inspirational journey through his traditional country on the Dampier Peninsula at Lullumb. Learn about Bardi Jawi culture and experience hunting and gathering techniques passed down through the generations. Walk through mangroves, paperbark forests, salt plains, creeks and drink from a sacred freshwater spring.
A YAWURU CULTURAL BOAT CRUISE EXPERIENCE IN ROEBUCK BAY
There are so many incredible things to do in Broome. Treat your clients to a private aboriginal cruise with one of Broome’s favourite characters, Bart Pigram. Our cultural cruises provide that extra unique touch to an unforgettable Broome experience. This cruise is ideal for small groups of up to 20 guests.
Journey from the Dreamtime to the present moment as you cruise the pristine waters of Roebuck Bay and Gantheaume Point, the traditional country of Yawuru people.
Let Bart Pigram, our aboriginal guide, who draws his knowledge from living a saltwater lifestyle, entertain your guests with rich cultural stories, history and family traditions.
Listen to his family’s traditional music and taste some seasonal bush tucker. Enjoy all of this as Broome’s magnificent sunset seals the end of the day.
Leave with a newfound knowledge of Roebuck Bay’s historical and cultural significance to Broome’s traditional owners, the Yawuru people.
THE WAKAJ EXPERIENCE - AN AUTHENTIC KARAJARRI FAMILY GATHERING EXPERIENCE
Wakaj, meaning "The coming together of family" is a very unique experience provided by Uncle Mervyn from Mabu Buru Tours.
After a welcome from your Aboriginal Hosts, you will be introduced into the Karajarri culture including a demonstration on how to traditionally cook the perfect damper. There'll be a camp-style billy with boiling water for your tea and coffee to go perfectly with your freshly made damper and locally harvested bush honey!
Uncle Mervyn Mulardy will then lead the Pintirri Dancers into a traditional dance performance, which is known as Maru! The Pintirri Dancers will take you into the sunset while the sounds of traditional Karajarri songs echoing through the surrounding bushlands.
Through the Wakaj experience you will also learn about Karajarri history, traditional lifestyle and the concept of dreamtime. Wakaj is a typical gathering of our people, of which Mabu Buru Tours wish to share with you
Interested in conducting an On-Country Cultural Immersion Experience?
Then you’re in luck! We also offer a specifically designed version of this experience for the purpose of an ‘On-Country Cultural Immersion.’
The cultural immersion version of this product includes panel discussions with local Aboriginal leaders and specially targeted group sessions throughout the program to highlight and discuss lessons learnt and how they can be used to better the workplace environment and strategies with an increased level of understanding of Aboriginal people, their culture and connection to country.
The minimum number for an On-Country Cultural Immersion Package is 10 people. Please note this is a tailored version of the Broome Ultimate Aboriginal Culture Expedition experience, enquire now to express your interest!
Itinerary
Day 1: Wednesday
Welcome to Broome - Beginning the Cultural Journey
9:00 AM: Join Indigenous Tour Guide (Rahim) at the Willie Creek Pearls Meseum and Showroom for the Pearl Luggers Tour as he reveals the impact pearling has had upon Northern Australia and how the melting pot of cultures were enticed by the lure of the pearl.
10:30: Join our only non-Indigenous Tour Guide, Chris Maher from Salty Plum Social, for the "Pearling Masters Trek" Walking Tour.
This captivating tour weaves through the Chinatown precinct, showcasing heritage-listed buildings and unique global influences from China, Japan, Malaysia, and beyond. Explore the architectural marvels and public art that tell the story of Broome's pearling past. Visit two art galleries, where you'll savor pearl meat with a glass of bubbles. Concluding at Town Beach, the Pearling Masters Trek offers an unforgettable blend of history, art, and culinary delights, perfect for history enthusiasts and foodies alike.
1:00 PM: Transfer back to your accommodation or location of your choosing. Free time until 4 PM
4:30 PM: Join Johani at the Cable Beach Muwarrt Experience for an introduction to the expedition, with an intimate storytelling session on the local Aboriginal culture.
5:30 PM: Enjoy the sunset over Cable Beach before returning to your accommodation.
Day 2: Thursday
An immersion into Bardi - Jawi Culture - Stories, Learning, Hunting, Gathering, and a Traditional Dance Performance
8:30 AM: Journey 200km north of Broome, to the Lullumb Aboriginal Community in remote Bardi - Jawi country on the Dampier Peninsula.
11:00 AM: A Traditional Welcome at Lullumb.
11:30 AM: Embark on the Southern Cross Cultural Walk Tour with Bolo's and his family; learn about the traditional lifestyle in Bardi Country, and participate in traditional hunting, gathering and feasting.
3:30 PM: Experience a traditional Bardi - Jawi Dance Performance.
4:00 PM: Depart Lullumb, drive to the Djarindjin Airport to catch the Scenic Sunset Coastal Flight back to Broome. Arriving back at your accommodation approx 6:30pm.
Day 3: Friday
A Cultural Cruise Through History and A Traditional Karajarri Gathering
9:00 AM: Pick up from your accommodation for a Yawuru Cultural Cruise Experience with Bart Pigram.
11:30 AM: Transfer back to your accommodation or location of your choosing. Free time until 3pm.
3:00 PM: Transfer to Wakaj Meeting Place.
3:30 PM: Participate in the Mabu Buru Tours Wakaj Experience - learn about Karajarri culture, taste traditionally cooked damper with locally harvested bush honey, and enjoy a traditional dance performance by the Pintirri Dancers.
5:30 PM: Tranfer back to your accommodation .
6:00 PM: Expedition Concludes!
What is included
Inclusions:
- Small group size – Maximum 13 guests
- All meals provided during tour experiences
- All tours, attractions and entry fees
- Scenic flight and cultural boat cruise charter fees
- All transfers in comfortable four-wheel drive vehicles
- Hosted by experienced and knowledgeable Aboriginal Tour Guides
- 100% authentic Aboriginal experiences
- All Iconic Broome Aboriginal experiences
*optional 3 nights of luxury hotel accommodation on enquiry
Note: This price does not include any accomodation, flight bookings or any other form or travel arrangements to and from the departure location (Broome).
Please enquire for an accurate pricing if you'd like your travel costs and accomodation included.
All rates are in AUD and include GST.
Planning your trip
Scheduled dates:
May:
Wednesday the 8th to Friday the 10th
June:
Wednesday the 12th to Friday the 14th
July:
Wednesday the 10th to Friday the 12th
August:
Wednesday the 7th to Friday the 9th
September:
FULLY BOOKED
Accommodation is an optional inclusion - 3 night luxury accomodation and meals. The price varies based on accomodation availability and configuration (couple or family). Please enquire for an accurate price for your couple or family group booking experience.
YOUR EXPERIENCE PROVIDER
Mabu Buru Tours
Mabu Buru Tours is owned and operated by Johani Mamid, a traditional Yawuru man whose Country is located in and around Broome in the Kimberley region of Western Australia.
Created in 2019, Johani began conducting On-Country cultural experiences. His vision is to help ""build a bridge"" between different cultures, to increase awareness about Aboriginal people and to encourage visitors to experience Country through the eyes of traditional custodians.
Prior to this, Johani was a Yawuru Country Manager Coordinator with Nyamba Buru Yawuru Limited, a not for profit company looking after Country on behalf of the Yawuru Nation. On Country work included flora and fauna surveying, monitoring and research in both land and sea.
Johani is proud to share his knowledge of his Country with visitors, show you the local wildlife and tell stories of the ancient, continuing connection that his people share with this land.
You may spot Johani in Broome as he is also a crocodile wrangler and tour guide at the Malcolm Douglas Crocodile Park where he gets up close and personal with some pretty impressive crocodiles.
Broome's Ultimate Aboriginal Culture Expedition
