Australia's North West Tourism

2018 Holiday Planner

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Cultural Experiences Aboriginal tourism provides fascinating insights into the life, art and history of one of the world's longest surviving cultures. Having inhabited Australia's North West for thousands of years, local tribes left many ancient records of their nomadic way of life throughout the Kimberley and Pilbara Authentic Aboriginal Tourism Today, you can discover and explore Aboriginal history and culture by visiting rock art and spiritual sites with authentic Aboriginal tourism operators and guides. Join a day or extended tour and learn about bush tucker, medicine and spiritual beliefs. Go mud crabbing, fishing or enjoy a range of wilderness camps, eco retreats and community stays at some of the region's most breathtaking locations. Historic Cultural Sites The Kimberley and Pilbara regions boast a huge array of Aboriginal rock art sites, stone structures, ceremonial sites and burial sites dating back thousands of years. The great painted galleries of the Kimberley region feature Wandjina and Gyorn Gyorn paintings which can only be found here. The major galleries of up to a million rock engravings in the Pilbara date back to the Ice Age. Aboriginal Art Today Home to many nationally and internationally acclaimed artists, Aboriginal art is alive and well in the Pilbara and Kimberley regions. Browse or buy from the many galleries showcasing works throughout the North West. Conservation Permits are available and designed to protect the privacy of communities, preserve Aboriginal heritage and culture, safeguard the natural environment and assist you to travel through reserves by the most direct route. Permission can also be obtained from the resident Aboriginal communities for applicants who want to travel off the main road. For further information on travelling through Aboriginal land contact Planning, Lands and Heritage on 1300 651 077. Please help to preserve these ancient sites. Avoid touching or stepping on the area, abide by the signage and leave the site clean and pristine – ensuring that WA's cultural treasures continue to be enjoyed by many future generations. For more details about the wide range of authentic Aboriginal tours, accommodation and experiences, visit www.waitoc.com WAITOC The Western Australian Indigenous Tourism Operators Council – is the peak not for profit organisation, providing advice and information about one of the oldest and most fascinating cultures on earth. www.waitoc.com ABORI G I NAL explore CULTURE Burrup Rock A rt, Pilbara. Australia's North West | 11

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