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Aboriginal Experiences in Queensland

Explore the Aboriginal cultures of Tropical North Queensland and see a new side of spectacular South East Queensland with an Aboriginal guide.

 

Around Cairns

See the Great Barrier Reef anew

Pull on your fins for an eye-opening Indigenous-led snorkelling tour that reveals the ingenious ways Traditional Custodians have cared for the reef since time immemorial.

 

Uncover the Daintree Rainforest

Kuku Yalanji people have lived in harmony with the world’s oldest continuous tropical rainforest for more than 40,000 years. Soak up their knowledge of bush foods, natural medicines and more on an Aboriginal tour.

 

Be mesmerised by rock art

Jaw-dropping Aboriginal rock art can be found all over the country. Discover some of Australia’s most incredible rock art on intimate Aboriginal experiences departing from the town of Laura in Far North Queensland.

Around Brisbane

Challenge misconceptions

Perhaps you didn’t expect this corner of Australia to have such a rich Aboriginal cultural heritage. Learn the lesser-known stories of Brisbane/Meanjin and beyond on an Aboriginal experience.

 

Experience native produce

Enjoy a tasty introduction to native Australian ingredients in delicious dishes in a one-of-a-kind floating feast.

 

Boost your cultural awareness

Develop your understanding of Aboriginal identity, history and more during an empowering cultural cruise around the Sunshine Coast.

Experiences near Cairns

2 Night Tour - Explore with Jarramali Rock Art Tours.

As well as discovering ancient Quinkan rock art with a Kuku-yalanji guide, be amazed by remarkable views over Cape York from Jowalbinna Bush Camp, where you spend two nights. Explore Experience here.

2 Day Camping Edu-Tourism Group Experience.

Experience a Mandingalbay Yidinji welcome, smoking ceremony, guided bushwalk and more on a camping experience in the Mandingalbay Yidinji Indigenous Protected Area. Explore Experience here. 

Bama Barrmal: Aboriginal Guide

Explore with Walkabout Cultural Adventures. Travelling with a larger group? Hire your own transportation and then pick the Walkabout tour you’d like to complete – your Aboriginal guide will jump on board. Explore Experience here.

Experiences near Brisbane

Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary

The Aboriginal Culture Show is lead by Luther Cora, who showed the world what he’s been doing at Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary for 20 years during his performance at the 2018 Commonwealth Games opening ceremony. Explore Experience here.

Bushtucker Cruise

Operating on the peaceful waterways in Mooloolaba, Gubbi Gubbi/Kabi Kabi Country, learn the stories of Queensland’s Sea Country on a relaxed, gourmet river cruise including a five-course meal showcasing fresh local seafood and native ingredients. Explore Experience here.

 

Jellurgal Aboriginal Cultural Centre

This is a cultural experience that will make the history books you’re used to seem modern, exploring the Jellurgal Aboriginal Culture Centre will leave you learning about Aboriginal history.

QLD Itineraries

Queensland | Brisbane to Yeppoon Road Trip Itinerary
Sarah Latham
/ Categories: AU Itineraries, All Locations, Queensland, All Duration, 8-10 Days, 10-14 Days, All Categories, Family Friendly, Natural Wonders, Beaches & Surf

Queensland | Brisbane to Yeppoon Road Trip Itinerary

Discover the path less travelled on your 10 day Brisbane to Tropic of Capricorn Queensland road trip.

Day 1: Brisbane Apollo Branch to Miriam Vale Star Roadhouse

Distance: 477 km

Travel time: 5 hours 30 minutes

Located 470 km north of Brisbane and 170 km south of Rockhampton, Miriam Vale Star Roadhouse is an ideal stopping point to relax after a long day of driving and grab a roadhouse style meal.

 

Day 2: Miriam Vale Star Roadhouse to Byfield National Park

Distance: 251 km

Travel time: 3 hours

Make the most of the drive to Byfield National Park, stopping along the way for a photo at The Tropic of Capricorn Spire in Rockhampton and picking up groceries from the supermarket in Yeppoon.

 

Day 3: Byfield National Park

Byfield National Park is a beautiful blend of rugged mountain ranges, large sand dunes, remote beaches and campgrounds, pine plantations and rainforest fringed creeks. Whether campers want to four-wheel drive, hike, fish or walk for miles on a secluded beach, the choice of activities here are endless. 

 

Day 4: Byfield National Park to Yeppoon

Distance: 43 km

Travel time: 36 minutes

Yeppoon is the spectacular beachside accommodation hub for the region and is known as the Heart of the Capricorn Coast. Yeppoon is the ideal location for a travelling family to entertain the entire tribe. With a multitude of free activities, including the Keppel Kracken water park and Yeppoon Lagoon, these fantastic foreshore play areas offer year-round swimming, with first class restaurants and cafes to keep all campers satisfied.

Image: Tourism and Events Queensland

 

Day 5: Yeppoon to Pumpkin Island

Travel time: 45 minutes

A visit to this region would not be complete without some island hopping to make the most of the accessibility to the Great Barrier Reef. Pumpkin Island is Australia’s best kept secret. Powered completely by the sun and wind, this ultimate island getaway has been recognised and awarded the Best Sustainable Hotel in the southern hemisphere. Covering just six hectares of natural environment, the seven self-catering beach cottages nestled along the water’s edge offer a complete unwind for couples, families or larger groups who want to hire the entire island.

Tip: The Keppel Bay Marina in Yeppoon offers secure parking options for a very affordable price

Image: Tourism and Events Queensland

 

Day 6: Yeppoon to Great Keppel Island

Travel time: 30 minutes

Great Keppel Island is a short 30-minute ferry ride from the Yeppoon marina and boasts 17 of Australia’s most outstanding secluded white sand beaches. With varying accommodation options on the island, The Holiday Village offers self-catered ‘Budget Boutique’ glamping tents, and three-bedroom villas. Activities range from island hiking trails, fishing, snorkelling and scuba diving, or lazing under palm trees in a hammock for the day.

Image: Tourism and Events Queensland

 

Day 7: Yeppoon to Kinka Beach

Distance: 15.8 km

Travel time: 15 minutes

Ideal for an affordable family getaway, Kinka Beach showcases wide open beaches, easy swimming for all ages and never-ending water adventure. Take the kids fishing and crabbing or explore the lake by boat, catamaran, kayak, paddle board or canoe.

 

Day 8: Kinka Beach to Burrum Heads

Distance: 411 km

Travel time: 5 hours

Making the journey through Burrem Heads, campers will discover great swimming, fishing and camping spots on the Burrem River. Go fishing in a local favourite, Lake Lenthall or enjoy a picnic by the Wongi Waterholes.

 

Day 9: Trinity Islands to Sandstone Point

Distance: 255 km

Travel time: 3 hours

Nestled in the Pumicestone Passage, Sandstone Point is a great gateway to the Moreton Bay region, with Bribie Island situated just across the bridge. Explore Bribie’s beaches by RV, leisurely drive through the nearby Glass House Mountains or take a short 30-minute drive to the iconic Australia Zoo.

Image: Tourism and Events Queensland

 

Day 10: Sandstone Point to Brisbane

Distance: 60 km

Travel time: 45 hours

After enjoying all the amazing facilities at BIG4 Sandstone Point Holiday Resort, pack up your motorhome and head back to Apollo's Brisbane branch. 

Image: Tourism and Events Queensland

 

Where to stay

Island View Caravan Park, Kinka Beach

Trinity Islands Holiday Park, Burrem Heads

Miriam Vale Star Roadhouse, Miriam Vale

Sandstone Point Holiday Resort, Sandstone Point

 

 

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