The wonder and beauty of Country
A visit to Kinjarling (Albany) and the Great Southern Region is not complete without taking an Aboriginal Cultural tour. Kurrah Mia has a passionate team dedicated to keeping traditions alive through education and unique experiences. We believe in the passing down and sharing of knowledge from our elders, so all may experience the wonder and beauty of our precious land.
Quaranup
Aboriginal Walking Tour - 2 hours
Follow ancient paths walked by the Menang people to Quaranup (Kwooranup – place of brush tail wallaby) to see ancient stone structures, waterholes, artefacts, engravings and flora and fauna. Then travel around the coast of Kinjarling (Albany), to the Quaranup Cultural site, exploring ancient engravings and tool quarry sites. Along the way your hosts share Dreaming stories, cultural knowledge of bushfoods and medicine plants and local history.
Tides permitting, guests can walk out and look for shellfish amongst the rocks.
Fish Traps Tour - 2 hours
Gain a unique understanding of local Menang Noongar culture through "coming on country" and experiencing where and how Aboriginal people moved throughout the landscape in their fully guided Aboriginal Cultural tour.
Learn about the environment, anthropological and cultural aspects of the Menang People who, for over 40,000 years have lived in this area. Discover local knowledge, explore and venture into amazing Menang Aboriginal cultural sites and ancient wisdom.
Mount Clarence Walking Tour - 1.5 hours
Walk in the footprints of the Menang people along this gentle walking tour and gain unique insights and knowledge about the Menang, their heritage, cultural traditions and beliefs. Learn how the Menang people used ochre, plants, stone, bone, animals and fire for hunting, medicine, gathering, tools and food. Walk with an experienced Menang Noongar guide and explore how the landscape of Kinjarling (Albany) supported the economic, spiritual and cultural needs of the Menang people for over 40,000 years.
