Outback Aboriginal Community Tour Departing Alice Springs
Tour 880 between 1/4/2012 to 31/3/2013
Adults $137.00
Children $96.00
Description
Understand Aboriginal culture in today's world in a genuine Aboriginal community. Modern influences and ancient spiritual beliefs shape the lives of the Eastern Arrernte people at the Santa Teresa Aboriginal community. Meet local Aboriginal artists and gain an appreciation of their way of life and artistic creativity.
Included In Price
* Head out through Heavitree Gap
* Follow outback roads deep into the remote desert
* Cross through vast outback cattle stations
* Learn about bush medicine, Aboriginal culture and today's Aboriginal way of life
* Visit the Santa Teresa Aboriginal community - authentic and non commercial
* Visit Santa Teresa Catholic Church noted for its magnificent Aboriginal murals adorning the church walls
* Visit the Keringke Art Centre and watch Aboriginal artists at work
* There's an opportunity to meet local artists from the Eastern Arrernte community
* See the works and perhaps meet noted Aboriginal artist Kathleen Wallace
* There's an opportunity to buy locally made Aboriginal art from the artists themselves
* Take in panoramic views of the rugged landscape from the hilltop above the village
* Enjoy complimentary morning tea with Aboriginal ladies.
Location
Alice Springs, Northern Territory, Australia
Price Valid For
Per person (Prices valid 1/4/2012 to 31/3/2013)
Booking Notes
Operates: WEDNESDAY - Does not operate 25/12,26/12,01/01
Departs: 8:00 AM
Returns: 1:00 PM
Visits with the Arrernte Aboriginal people are subject to their cultural requirements. At times the community will not be accessible and alternative arrangements will then be made.
Children aged 4-14 are eligible to receive a 50% discount off Adult fares unless otherwise stated (15 and over is an adult. Under 4 is free).
Departure Time
8:00am
Session Length
Half day
