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Jellurgal Aboriginal Cultural Centre
Things To Do Burleigh Heads, Gold Coast, Queensland
Cultural and Theme Tours
Embark on a journey of discovery of Aboriginal culture with a guided walk along a picturesque beachside rainforest walkway wrapped around the magical mountain, Jellurgal. Learn about the Aboriginal history and culture of the Gold Coast and hear the Dreaming stories associated with the creation of Jellurgal.
Hear about traditional life, bush tucker, fishing, hunting and the important ecological practices and connection to the land embraced by the Yugambeh speaking people for thousands of years.
Designed for international travellers, interstate visitors and locals wishing to learn more about the Aboriginal history of the region.
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$39
Learn about the Aboriginal history and culture of the Gold Coast on this engaging walking tour of the renowned Burleigh Headland (the ‘Dreaming Mountain’, Jellurgal).
During the trek around the mountain, you will discover sites used by the Yugambeh speaking people, including an ancient midden. Discover facts about traditional life, bush tucker, fishing and hunting and learn about the important ecological practices and connection to the land displayed by the Yugambeh speaking people for thousands of years. The sharing of one of the Gold Coast’s oldest Dreaming stories, ‘The creation of Jellurgal’, is a highlight.
The Jellurgal Walkabout tour takes approximately 2 hours.
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Carpark Family FriendlyChildren can explore the magic of the “Dreaming Mountain”, Jellurgal (Burleigh Headland), with an art workshop and guided walk and activities.
This special school holiday event is aimed at primary school aged children from 5 – 12 years of age and consists of an Aboriginal art workshop and short guided walk from Jellurgal Aboriginal Cultural Centre to Burleigh Head National Park and Tallebudgera Creek, where numerous significant sites and environmental features have played an important part in the lives of the Yugambeh speaking people for thousands of years.
You will learn about the Aboriginal history and culture of the Gold Coast and hear Dreaming stories associated with Jellurgal.
Tour price includes art workshop and activity book for children to fill in on their walk. Both items can be taken home at the end of the tour.
Disabled Access
Carpark Family Friendly
