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Guided cultural tours with Aboriginal rangers

Join an Aboriginal ranger for an unforgettable guided tour in NSW national parks.

Learn about the world’s oldest continuous culture and the significance of landforms, waterways, plants and animals across the state. Join a family-friendly art workshop, search for bush tucker in the rainforest, or explore a 40,000-year-old burial site.

No matter which tour you choose, you’ll leave with a greater understanding of the rich living culture of Aboriginal people and their continuing connection to Country.

An Aboriginal ranger hosting a tour of the Mungo lunette rock formations at sunset in Mungo National Park. Credit: Aaron Davenport © Aaron Davenport

North Coast NSW

Aboriginal education ranger sharing her cultural knowledge of Sea Acres Rainforest. Photo credit: Karina Davila-Otoya. © DPIE

Sea Acres Aboriginal coastal tour

Take a walk to Shelly Beach in Sea Acres National Park on this Aboriginal ranger-guided activity. Discover bush tucker and other useful plants in the rainforest as you learn about Aboriginal culture.

Price
Fees apply. Free park entry.
When

Tour runs 2pm to 3.30pm on Fridays on the following dates:

2025: 7 March, 21 March, 4 April, 2 May, 16 May, 6 June, 20 June, 4 July, 11 July, 18 July, 1 August, 15 August, 5 September, 19 September, 3 October, 10 October, 17 October, 7 November, 21 November, 5 December and 19 December.

2026: Friday 2 January, 9 January, 16 January and 23 January.

Where
Sea Acres Rainforest Centre, Sea Acres National Park
Operated by
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An Indigenous education ranger shares her local cultural knowledge of the rainforest. Photo: Karina Davila-Otoya ©DPIE

Sea Acres Aboriginal culture tour

Join this ranger-guided Aboriginal cultural tour along the rainforest boardwalk in Sea Acres National Park. You’ll go on a journey of discovery. Great for adults and children aged 5 years and over.

Price
Fees apply. Free park entry.
When

Tour runs 10am to 11.30am on Fridays on the following dates:

2025: 7 March, 21 March, 4 April, 2 May, 16 May, 6 June, 20 June, 4 July, 11 July, 18 July, 1 August, 15 August, 5 September, 19 September, 3 October, 10 October, 17 October, 7 November, 21 November, 5 December and 19 December.

2026: Friday 2 January, 9 January, 16 January and 23 January.

Where
Sea Acres Rainforest Centre, Sea Acres National Park
Operated by
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Central Coast and Hunter area

A NPWS Aboriginal Discovery ranger teaching a child abut traditional tools. Photo: Adam Hollingworth/DPE

Glenrock Aboriginal cultural tour

Join an Aboriginal Discovery ranger on a cultural journey you won’t forget in Glenrock State Conservation Area, near Newcastle. Connect with this beautiful country and listen to cultural stories as on you walk on the lands of the Awabakal people.

Price
Fees apply. Free park entry.
When

Tour dates:

Thursday 16 January, 17 April, 10 July and 2 October 2025.

Tour time: 10am to 12pm.

Where
Glenrock State Conservation Area in North Coast
Operated by
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South Coast NSW

Teacher's hands demonstrating the start of weave, Bournda National Park. Photo: Jessica Bray © the photographer

Traditional weaving workshop: Killalea

Join this weaving workshop at Killalea Regional Park these school holidays. It's a great introduction to Aboriginal culture. You'll have the privilege of being taught by a senior Aboriginal NPWS guide.

Price
Fees apply. Free park entry.
When

Tour dates: Tuesday 14 January, 21 January, and 22 April 2025.

Tour time: 10am to 12pm

Where
Killalea Regional Park
Operated by
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NPWS guide demonstrating traditional basket weaving techniques. Photo: Jessica Taunton © DCCEEW

Traditional weaving workshop: Eurobodalla

Get creative on a traditional weaving workshop in Eurobodalla National Park, between Bermagui and Narooma. Learn Aboriginal weaving techniques and see how these ancient skills carry a strong connection to Aboriginal culture.

Price
Fees apply. Park entry fees apply.
When
Available on request.

Tour dates: Thursday 9 and 16 January 2025.

Thursday 10 and 17 April 2025.

Thursday 10 July and Tuesday 30 September 2025.

Tour times: 10am to 12pm and 1pm to 3pm

Where
Mystery Bay lookout, Eurobodalla National Park
Operated by
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A woven coaster in progress, made during a traditional weaving workshop at Bournda National Park. Photo: Jessica Bray © the photographer

Traditional weaving workshop: Bournda

Get creative on a traditional weaving workshop in Bournda National Park, near Bega and Merimbula. Learn Aboriginal weaving techniques and see how these ancient skills carry a strong connection to Aboriginal culture.

Price
Fees apply. Park entry fees apply.
When
Available on request.

Tour dates: Wednesday 8 January and 15 January 2025.

Wednesday 9 April and 16 April 2025.

Wednesday 9 July and Wednesday 1 October 2025.

Tour times: 10am to 12pm and 1pm to 3pm.

Where
Hobart Beach campground
Operated by
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Outback NSW

Visitors enjoy a guided tour of the lunette-like landscape in Mungo National Park. Credit: Aaron Davenport/DCCEEW © Aaron Davenport

Mungo lunette guided tour

Take a guided tour of Mungo lunette (Walls of China) with an NPWS Aboriginal guide. It's one of the most spectacular outback landscapes in NSW and a must-do when visiting Mungo National Park.

Price
Fees apply. Park entry fees apply.
When

Tours run most days. Dates and times are displayed when making an online booking.

Tour takes 2 hours. Meet behind Mungo Visitor Centre 15 minutes before the start of the tour.

Where
Mungo National Park in Murray-Riverina
Operated by
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Blue Mountains area

Cups of paint on fabric. Photo: Dylan Jones © DPIE

Exploring Aboriginal art group workshop

Gather a group of friends or family and learn about the connection between Aboriginal art at this hands-on workshop in Blue Mountains National Park.

Price
Fees apply. Free park entry.
When
Available on request, 7 days per week.
Where
Katoomba area
Operated by
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