Tjapukai by Day includes:
Magic Space
A museum art space with authentic stone age artefacts once used by Tjapukai people and returned from the Queensland State Museum. See large murals by Tjapukai’s foremost artists retelling the stories of the Dreamtime.
History Theatre
A 20 minute historical presentation of the past 120 years and modern man’s impact on a 40,000 year old culture.
Creation Theatre
A performance theatre where live performers interact with giant holograms. The Creation Theatre tells the dreamtime story of the Tjapukai people.
Dance Theatre
An outdoor theatre set in a natural forest amphitheatre, featuring a live performance celebrating traditional Tjapukai corroborees and song.
Didgeridoo Demonstration
See how the musicians coax out the sounds of dingoes, birds and learn the secrets of the circular breathing technique you will need to master to be a true didgeridoo player.
Bush Foods & Medicine Demonstration
Learn how the Tjapukai people treated many toxic foods to prepare them for consumption, and how the land provided medicinal remedies for everything from ailments to accidents. You will have the opportunity to touch, taste and feel bush tucker from the local area.
Spear & Boomerang Throwing
Have you ever used a Woomera (traditional spear throwing instrument) to throw a spear? Learn how to master the technique of the returning boomerang.
Complimentary Face Painting
Have your face traditionally painted in the Magic Space with natural colours of the rainforest.
"Bibunbay" Kids Program
Join this program for additional cultural activities.
Optional Extras:
Boomerang Restaurant
Stay for morning or afternoon tea, a light snack or buffet lunch in the restaurant. The Boomerang Restaurant is fully licensed.
Retail Gallery
Check out authentic Aboriginal products we have available in our Gallery. Products available include boomerangs, paintings, didgeridoos, and artifacts, and much more. The Gallery is open 7 days a week, from 9:00am to 5:00pm, and also 7 nights a week from 7:00pm to 10:00pm.
Souvenir Photos
Have your picture taken with a Tjapukai performer to capture your special moment. Your photo can be collected from the Photo Hut which is located directly next door to the Tjapukai Dance Theatre.
Tjapukai by Day Prices
| Adult |
$35.00 |
| Children |
$17.50 |
| Family |
$87.50 |
| With transfers ex Cairns / Northern Beaches: |
| Adult |
$60.00 |
| Children |
$32.00 |
| Family |
$148.50 |
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