Gunditjmara Cultural Walk & Eel Traps at Budj Bim
Discover ancient eel aquaculture through Gunditjmara stories and knowledge
Duration
2 hrs
Ideal For
4 people
Includes
Gunditjmara guide, Transfers
Highlights
Explore the Tae Rak wetlands on a guided cultural walk with a Gunditjmara Aboriginal guide in the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Budj Bim Cultural Landscape. Learn about the Gunditjmara creation story and the life cycle of Kooyang (eels), then discover stone fish traps, aquaculture systems developed for food and trade, and remnants of ancient Aboriginal stone houses.
Itinerary
- Depart from Tae Rak Aquaculture Centre at 10:00 or 14:00.
- Explore Lake Condah on a 2-hour guided tour.
- Return to Tae Rak Aquaculture Centre at 12:00 or 16:00, depending on your departure time. The café is open for meals after the tour; lunch is not included in the listed price.
What's Included
- English-speaking Gunditjmara Aboriginal guide
Important details
- Children aged 0–3 join free
- The first hour, covering the Aquaculture Centre, eel holding tank and lake boardwalk, is accessible to wheelchairs and prams and suitable for limited mobility. The second hour crosses long grass and uneven ground, is not suitable for wheelchairs or prams, and has no seating or rest areas
- Pets are not allowed
- You may be refused participation without a refund if you appear intoxicated
- Check in at the café counter 15 minutes before departure
Cancellation Policy
Free cancellation with a full refund at least 24 hours before the activity date, in destination local time. If the operator cancels due to unforeseen events or extreme weather, you can reschedule or request a full refund. Late arrivals and no-shows are not refundable.
Product ID: X2D9QN
Meeting details
Tae Rak Aquaculture Centre