Discover where Australia begins at Tjapukai Aboriginal Cultural Park - Cairns - Australia. Explore the rich history of the world’s oldest living culture, dating back over 40,000 years.
Located in Cairns, Tropical North Queensland, Tjapukai has been sharing the authentic culture and traditions of the local Djabugay people for the past 28 years, providing employment opportunities for their people and giving the performers immense pride in demonstrating their culture.
More than 3 million people around the world have discovered how to “shake a leg” by joining in traditional performances drawn from Djabugay corroborees, they have learned how to make fire without a matchstick and been enthralled with the haunting sounds of the didgeridoo.
From its inception, Tjapukai’s mission has been about giving Australians and international visitors the opportunity to experience authentic Aboriginal culture and interact with Traditional Owners. That mission now includes authentic Torres Strait Islander culture.
A visit to Tjapukai is the perfect way to gain a deeper understanding of Australia’s diverse Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander heritage.
Whether you visit the park by day or night, you’ll enjoy a unique cultural experience with performance, dance, food and arts. Tjapukai is all-weather, wheelchair and pram friendly, offering unique experiences in one location.
Tjapukai is a popular Cairns tourist attraction, a must-visit when holidaying in Cairns. It is one of the most authentic Aboriginal tours available in Australia.
Tjapukai Cultural Village
Boomerang Throwing @ Tjapukai
Boomerangs @ Tjapukai
Aboriginal Dancing @ Tjapukai
Didgeridoos @ Tjapukai
Fun @ Tjapukai
Spear throwing @ Tjapukai
Shop @ Tjapukai
Night Fire by Tjapukai - Dancers
Aboriginal Foods - Tjapukai
Flame Tree Restaurant - Tjapukai
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