Aboriginal Heritage Walk: Immerse in Koolin Nation's Culture at Melbourne's Royal Botanical Gardens
4.8
139 Ratings
Melbourne
Embark on the award-winning Aboriginal Heritage Walk at Melbourne's Royal Botanical Gardens and immerse yourself in the vibrant culture and traditions of the Koolin nation.
Duration: 1 hour, 30 minutes
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Royal Botanic Gardens Victoria - Womin Djeka!
    Journey into Melbourne Gardens, a significant cultural site for the local Kulin Nation, with an Aboriginal guide. Gain insight into the rich history and thriving culture of the First Peoples of Australia through a journey of identifying significant native plants within the Gardens. Learn about Aboriginal plant uses, customs and ongoing connection to country.

The Aboriginal Heritage Walk starts at 11:00am from the Visitors Center

What's Included
  • Indigenous Walking Experience, fully hosted
  • Savor Lemon Myrtle Tea
What's Not Included
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Transportation to/from attractions
Additional Information

Welcome! Embark on a trip through the ancestral territories of the Koolin nation, digging into their abundant and vibrant culture.

Your Aboriginal guide will enlighten you about the traditional utilisation of plants for nourishment, tool making, and medicinal purposes. Cultivate an appreciation for, and honour, the traditions and legacy of our First Nations individuals.

The Aboriginal Heritage Walk has received a commendation for its engaging interpretation and is also a recipient of the Victorian Tourism Award.

  • Please check-in 15 minutes prior to the experience at the Visitor Centre
  • Dress appropriately for weather conditions (E.g wet weather gear in winter and sunscreen/hats in summer)
Location
100 Birdwood Ave
Birdwood Avenue
Meet inside the Visitor Centre.
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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K1586tyelizabethg
Mar 31, 2024
Aboriginal Heritage Walk - A very relaxed but informative tour. Den, our guide, gave us insight to the heritage of the Aboriginal people and touched us with stories and humour.
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Matthewvh789rl
Mar 26, 2024
Seriously good!! Looking forward to going again! - The aboriginal heritage walk is one of the best things you can go to in Melbourne. It was amazing. The guide (Den) was amazing. He is very friendly and very interesting. I was recommended to go years ago but didn't think much of it. Once I did it I realise I should have gone years ago. This is a must go, and I will definitely recommend this to my friends.
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Escape11031698404
Mar 25, 2024
Great and touching walk with Dan! - It was such a nice walk. We got interesting information about trees, nature and the history of the aboriginal people. Dan ist such a nice person. Thank you!
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M9134dvmaryt
Mar 25, 2024
Highly recommended - Very interesting walk around the botanical gardens with a knowledgeable and passionate guide focusing on how the plants and land were used by the aboriginal people.
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Hudsona155
Mar 24, 2024
Engaging and fun insight into the land and First Peoples - Den was a great guide and provided an interesting insight into the land and how First Peoples interacted with the environment along with plenty of laughs.
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Mbwanderer13
Mar 20, 2024
Treat yourself 🤗 - Den was a wonderful guide and host. Spoilt with a beautiful sunny day, it was a joy to wander the gardens and hear his funny, informative and personal stories. Learnt a thing or two about some of the native plants and their practical uses. Happily recommend this tour to everyone.
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Grishabuzz
Feb 28, 2024
Beautiful and romantic at night. - First experience visiting at night. The light decoration is very beautiful and I think it is more romantic at night. Even though at night this place is still busy with visitors, it is not crowded. I like this place, good for hanging out and recreation.
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Cmmcookqueen
Feb 28, 2024
Enlightened - We have gained a new appreciation of Aboriginal history, culture, and their respect for the land. Wish the tour could have lasted another two hours! Hearing explanation and stories first hand was fascinating and invaluable. Den was our guide and he is a treasure.
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Cheryl_j
Mar 17, 2024
An interesting and informative exlperience - It was great to walk around the gardens with a guide with aboriginal heritage. She had many stories and interesting information about the plants and medicinal food uses.
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Dominique_c
Mar 3, 2024
Age discrimination - I paid for it, but I didn't go, because I was very shocked by the DISCRIMINATION! When I wanted to sign up for the tour, you asked for the age of the participant. I am over 60 years old and...you inform me that there is no possibility for people of this age. But when, at the same time, for the same day, I look at what happens when we take it up to 59 years, oh miracle, there is room! This is called age discrimination because 1. it would be a big surprise if this request came from the Aboriginal guide, and 2. you don't have to be a 20 year old athlete to take a walk in the botanical garden . Of course, I tried other days, and the answer remained the same; ok for those under 60, not possible for older ones! I find this scandalous, and I wonder what you will find as an excuse in case, of course, if you answer me... Furthermore, I would find it normal for you to reimburse me, since I did not go for the reason that I have just explained to you. Dominique Cirlini
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