Gumbaynggirr Stand Up Paddle Experience

Coffs Coast & Hinterland, New South Wales

With Wajaana Yaam, based on Gumbaynggirr Country on the NSW Coffs Coast, you’ll enjoy an immersive Stand up paddle (SUP) adventure with direct descendants of the world’s first stand up paddlers.

Tours are located in highly significant park settings including Coffs Creek, Moonee Creek and Red Rock Creek. During this 2.5-hour cultural experience, your Aboriginal guide will take you on a gentle journey through the rich Gumbaynggirr culture.

After a short briefing, you’ll be gliding along one of the picturesque waterways of the region on your SUP board, where you’ll see old traditional sites, learn about old traditional stories, and have the chance to to touch, smell and taste bush tucker, all while hearing the Gumbaynggirr language throughout the experience.

We love that SUP experience is not necessary, and if you prefer to take the tour by kayak – that can be arranged, too!

By joining a tour with Wajaana Yam you are also contributing to a social enterprise that creates employment opportunities and promotes language and culture. So, have fun, connect with Country and give back to the local community.

Inclusions

  • 2.5-hour guided tour on SUP or kayak.
  • Experienced Aboriginal Guide.
  • SUP, paddle and safety equipment.
  • A Premium tour also includes an Aboriginal painted gift and refreshments.

Making a difference

  • Wajaana Yam is an Eco Tourism certified business and are passionate about caring for Country.
  • The team donates over $10k each year to not for profit Aboriginal businesses on the Coffs Coast that directly support Aboriginal youth education.
  • They also offer job opportunities and employment for Aboriginal people in the area.

A word from your host

Clark Webb, Founder
“Sharing rich living culture is so important. Everything we do at Wajaana Yaam comes from having a conservation mindset – teaching and educating is one of the reasons we love what we do. By educating we hope people have a greater respect for culture and the environment.”

Getting there

This experience is held on Gumbaynggirr Country.
Tours run across three main locations: Coffs Creek, Moonee Creek, and Red Rock/Corindi Creek. Meeting locations are provided at booking.

Price

AU $95 – $169 per person.

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