Mandingalbay Yidinji Aboriginal Corporation

We the Mandingalbay Yidinji people are the Traditional Owners of both land and sea Country and have been living on the edge of the Great Barrier Reef amongst the Wet Tropics World Heritage rainforest for thousands of years. We have been recognised as the Traditional Owners and custodians of this land by Native Title since 2006. Our tours and events provide visitors to Cairns and Tropical North Queensland with the chance to experience ancient lands through ancient hands. Mandingalbay Yidinji Guides cover topics of cultural significance, and lead interpretative walks, showcasing traditional use of natural resources used for medicinal purposes and sustenance.

Mandingalbay Authentic Indigenous Tours is 100% Indigenous owned and operated by the Mandingalbay Yidinji Aboriginal Corporation (MYAC).

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Experiences

Land-based tours
Cultural Tours
Marine / Water-based tours
Nature attraction

Guided Tours
Cruise tour/Boat tour
Art & Culture

Sustainability Commitment

Mandingalbay Authentic Indigenous Tours- MAIT undertakes sustainable environmental practices and undertakes regular tree planting exercises, undertakes Marine Debris creeks and beach clean ups.

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Accessibility

Actively welcomes people with access needs

Accessibility Details

Ask all visitors if there are any specific needs to be met
Caters for people who are blind or have vision loss
Caters for people with sufficient mobility to climb a few steps but who would benefit from fixtures to aid balance. (This includes people using walking frames and mobility aids)
Caters for people with high support needs who travel with a support person
Have accessibility information photos and/or maps

Welcomes and assists people who have challenges with learning, communication, understanding and behaviour
Caters for people who are deaf or have hearing loss
Caters for people who use a wheelchair
Caters for people with allergies and intolerances
including of a bathroom room and/or floor plan on your website

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Hands on Country Eco Tour

The Mandingalbay Yidinji (MY) people have lived in harmony with their environment for tens of thousands of years. This tour allows you to immerse yourself in the world of the M.Y people, visiting places of significance and sourcing native food in the rainforest. You will be welcomed with a traditional smoking and cleansing ceremony. MY people will personally guide you, sharing ancient knowledge and insights into Indigenous customs. Guests gain an understanding of the connection between Country and Aboriginal culture. Incredibly, this authentic experience of Indigenous life is a short 15-minute vessel transfer from the Cairns Reef Fleet Terminal.