Aboriginal groups from an area that stretches from Kalbarri to Esperance, are also known as Noongar. The Noongar culture is as rich and varied as the countryside itself, and their knowledge of the environment is incredible and fascinating. Koomal Dreaming is your opportunity to follow in their footsteps and experience Wadandi and Bibbulman Country through their eyes.
Wadandi custodian Josh “Koomal” Whiteland will introduce you to the world’s oldest living culture with his authentic, personal interpretation.
Didgeridoo Cave Tour at Ngilgi Cave
This exceptional 90-minute eco-tour begins with a guided bushwalk including the Ancient Lands Experience, revealing the secrets of traditional medicinal plants and soak in the local Noongar wisdom of the area. Then it’s into the depths of ancient Ngilgi Cave where you’ll listen to Josh weave the ancient Dreaming legends through his captivating storytelling and play his didgeridoo in an atmosphere that is truly magical.
Ngilgi Cave Cultural Tour
Embark on a captivating 2.5-hour journey into the heart of Ngilgi Cave and connect with the Wadandi culture through hands-on experiences. Before descending into the cave, join Josh for a guided bushwalk through the Ancient Lands Experience and gain insight into identifying Indigenous plants, foods, and medicines, intricately connected to the six Noongar seasons. Watch a traditional fire lighting with stick-rubbing techniques before travelling into the cave to experience the melodies of Josh’s didgeridoo, made all the more enchanting with the cave’s extraordinary acoustics.
Food, Cave and Didge Tour
This sensory-rich 3-hour native food tour connects you deeply with the land and its ancient culture. Join Josh on a guided bushwalk through the Ancient Lands Experience to forage for seasonal native foods and medicines, then it’s into the heart of Ngilgi Cave where you’ll be treated to a one-of-a-kind didgeridoo performance. Gain insights into the six Noongar seasons and their impact on hunting and gathering practices, witness the art of traditional fire lighting and tool making, and learn the fascinating history behind the ancestral artefacts. This guided tour culminates with a gourmet BBQ lunch around Josh’s campfire, with native food tastings served with Margaret River Region wine and beer. Depending on the season, you might savour kangaroo, emu, quandong, emu plum, and salt bush.
Kaya Cape Experience
Delve into the profound bond between the Wadandi people and the Cape to Cape region. Beginning with a ‘Welcome to Country’ Josh then leads you on a serene 200-metre loop around the scenic Cape Naturaliste Lighthouse. Here, you’ll be enveloped by the ocean on three sides as Josh interprets the landscape and shares insights and stories through the lens of the Wadandi people. After your walk, convene at a secluded Meeting Place and gain a deeper understanding of the tools and items integral to the Wadandi culture. You’ll also get the chance to enjoy a captivating didgeridoo music session against the backdrop of Australian nature.
