#41
Toni Pride
2009-01-15
Reading the comments of all the other people who commented on Willie Gordon's Guurrbi Tour confirm all my impressions that Willie presents a life-changing experience.
Guurrbi Tours, Cooktown
As you travel through the Endeavour Valley and branch off onto unsealed roads to an area known as Wangaar-Wuri, it’s hard to imagine the depth of stories these hills protect.
High in the dramatic outcrops of giant rocks above Hope Vale, outside Cooktown, Aboriginal Elder, Willie Gordon, of the Nugal-warra clan, will take you to his ancestral rock art sites and share the stories placed on these stone walls by his ancestors. With knowledge handed down from generation to generation, he helps to ensure that Aboriginal philosophies and lores are passed on and kept alive.
Together with intriguing rock art sites depicting mythical figures, spiritual beliefs and family stories, you will visit an ancestral Birth Site where Willie’s grandfather was born and walk on the very tracks that have been used by the Nugal people for centuries past.
Getting there:
Tours leave from Cooktown and self-drive options are also available. Cooktown is situated 235km north of Cairns and is easily accessed by road and air.
By train:
Travel to Cairns onboard the Tilt Train or The Sunlander. To book your rail adventure call Traveltrain Holidays on 1800 627 655.
Further information:
Guurrbi Tours leave every day from Monday to Saturday.
Ph 07 4069 6043
Voters Comments
Toni Pride
#42
Nathanial Matthews
2009-01-14
Willie is a fantastic ambassador for both the people and the land of the Nugal-warra clan. His talks captivate and educate in a way that can only come from someone with his experience and passion.
#43
Elizabeth Hall
2009-01-14
This was perhaps the highlight of my Australia trip in 2007!!!
#44
Elizabeth Baird
2009-01-14
I went of Willie tour in December and it was the best tour we took. It is a wonderful gift he give to everyone that take the time to listen. Keep up the good work Willie
#45
Amanda Jones
2009-01-14
Willie Gordons tour was a most enlightening experience . A definite must do while visiting Cooktown .
#46
Vicki Moore
2009-01-14
One of the most amazing tours I have ever taken, Willie was fantastic and i came away with an amazing spirital experience. Both Willie and Judy are lovely people and a trip worth taking.. Thank you guys, keep up the great work.
#47
Ron Hall
2009-01-14
We really enjoyed our time with Willie. He is a fine spokesman for the land there and we have recommended this tour to others as well as wanting to return again.
#48
Bev Hall
2009-01-14
Our little grandson wil never forget the cave tour and often talks about the Children's Python he saw and Uncle Willie. We have promised to bring him up again with his father so he can also see some of the country where his father came from. Also our Inbarendi group from school is hoping to come up in the coming year as the children could learn so much from Willi about country up there.
#49
Warring
2009-01-14
We did the tour in June 2008. To say that we thourougly enjoyed it is an understatement. Willie came across as genuine ( very hard to find today regardless of ancestary). It opened our eyes and we would rewcommend to anyone who is prepaired to open their mind and be educated. Keep up the message Willie. Regards, warring & Helen
#50
Amanda Peers
2009-01-13
What a great experience and a wonderful way to explore our Aboriginal heritage and culture.