Jarndu Ngaank Tours
Choose from three immersive Aboriginal experiences with tour guide Patricia (Pat) “Mamanyjun” Torres. Each tour includes a Welcome to Country and a Smoking Ceremony, along with ancient stories connected to the sites visited.
Women’s talk tours of Broome and beyond
Jarndu Ngaank Women’s Talk Tours are an Aboriginal women’s‑led cultural immersion experience that will provide you a better understanding of Aboriginal culture from a senior cultural women Elder’s experience, that you can take back home and share your stories and insights with others.
Pat’s passion to share the intricate nature and beauty of Aboriginal culture from a women’s perspective, teaching tour participants about the sacredness of the land and the deep spiritual connection to it, including the plants, the trees and the animals. Pat walks her talk – she teaches these very stories, protocols and rituals to her children and grandchildren.
Choose from:
Town Beach Walk and Talk Tour
A culturally informative 90 minute walk and talk tour right in the heart of Broome.
Tag-along Tour to Quandong
An unforgettable cultural immersion on Ngumbarl/Jabirr-Jabirr country.
Reddell Beach Tour
A refreshing and healing Women’s only tour on Djugun and Yawuru Country (meeting point is 20B Clementson St, Broome for this tour)
Please note:
For the Reddell Beach Women Only Tour – no children under 10 unless pre-arranged and booked as a private tour/customised pricing.
Online bookings can be made only for children aged 10+ years.
The Women Only tour meets at 20B Clementson Street, Broome at 3.45pm, however guests will need their own vehicle (2wd is suitable) or have a taxi/lift to the tour site. Transport is not included.
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About the Tour:
A culturally informative 90 minute walk and talk tour right in the heart of Broome (on Djugun and Yawuru Country), meeting down at the Town Beach Beach area, followed by a short (easy grade) walk to the Red Cliffs area. Once at the Red Cliffs you will experience a Welcome to Country (in language and in English) followed by a Smoking Ceremony.
Your Tour Guide, Pat Torres will explain to you the significance of the plants used in the Smoking Ceremony and then share, from the Aboriginal Women’s Dreaming Story perspective, the cultural stories of the site. Time then to sample the delights of some native food snacks while sipping refreshing Bush Tucker tea. Pat will teach you some language words and the tour will end with a chance to ask some questions. This unique Aboriginal cultural tour of Broome is particularly special as it is Pat’s Dreaming Site – her birth site.
Tour Duration: 1.5 hours (approximately) 0900 – 1030
Days of Operating: The Foreshore Walk & Talk Tour operates every Thursday & Friday Morning at 0900 between March — October. If you are interested in a private tour outside of these operating hours, please contact Pat at hello@jarndutoursbroome.com.au
Tour Start Location: Meeting at Town beach by the boat ramp.
What to Bring: Water bottle, long sleeved clothing for sun protection, camera & any personal items you may need for the duration of the tour.
Amenities: Public bathroom amenities located on site.
About the Tour:
A culturally informative 90 minute walk and talk tour right in the heart of Broome (on Djugun and Yawuru Country), meeting down at the Town Beach Beach area, followed by a short (easy grade) walk to the Red Cliffs area. Once at the Red Cliffs you will experience a Welcome to Country (in language and in English) followed by a Smoking Ceremony.
Your Tour Guide, Pat Torres will explain to you the significance of the plants used in the Smoking Ceremony and then share, from the Aboriginal Women’s Dreaming Story perspective, the cultural stories of the site. Time then to sample the delights of some native food snacks while sipping refreshing Bush Tucker tea. Pat will teach you some language words and the tour will end with a chance to ask some questions. This unique Aboriginal cultural tour of Broome is particularly special as it is Pat’s Dreaming Site – her birth site.
Tour Duration: 1.5 hours (approximately) 0900 – 1030
Days of Operating: The Foreshore Walk & Talk Tour operates every Thursday & Friday Morning at 0900 between March — October. If you are interested in a private tour outside of these operating hours, please contact Pat at hello@jarndutoursbroome.com.au
Tour Start Location: Meeting at Town beach by the boat ramp.
What to Bring: Water bottle, long sleeved clothing for sun protection, camera & any personal items you may need for the duration of the tour.
Amenities: Public bathroom amenities located on site.
About the Tour:
Experience a refreshing and healing women’s only tour on Djugun and Yawuru Country led by your Tour Guide, Elder Pat Torres. Meeting first at the Women’s Centre in Broome before heading down to Reddell Beach by car (a vehicle is required, 2 wheel-drive is suitable) and taking a short (easy grade) walk down the pathway to the Beach. Here is where you will be immersed in a Welcome to Country, Smoking Ceremony and Water Ceremony. Pat will take you through each of these ceremonies explaining their meaning and the positive impact it can have on your personal well-being.
Following these ceremonies, Pat will share with you women’s stories of this culturally significant site, which will include a further short walk up the beach. From there, it will be time to sample some Busk Tucker refreshments such as Rosella or Davidson Plum Cordial and Sweet Treats, specifically known for their healing properties for women’s health. An opportunity to end the tour with learning some language words and a Q and A time will complete this powerful cultural immersive experience.
Tour Duration: 2 hours (approximately) 1600 – 1800
Women Only: Pleases note this tour is suitable for women only.
Days of Operating: The Reddell Beach Women Only Tour operates every Saturday afternoon at 1600 between March — November.
Tour Start Location: Meeting first at 20b Clementson Street, in Broome before heading down to Reddell Beach by car (a vehicle is required, 2 wheel-drive is suitable).
What to Bring: Water bottle, long sleeved clothing for sun protection, camera & any personal items you may need for the duration of the tour.
Amenities: Please be mindful there are no toilet facilities at the tour site.
About the Tour:
Experience a refreshing and healing women’s only tour on Djugun and Yawuru Country led by your Tour Guide, Elder Pat Torres. Meeting first at the Women’s Centre in Broome before heading down to Reddell Beach by car (a vehicle is required, 2 wheel-drive is suitable) and taking a short (easy grade) walk down the pathway to the Beach. Here is where you will be immersed in a Welcome to Country, Smoking Ceremony and Water Ceremony. Pat will take you through each of these ceremonies explaining their meaning and the positive impact it can have on your personal well-being.
Following these ceremonies, Pat will share with you women’s stories of this culturally significant site, which will include a further short walk up the beach. From there, it will be time to sample some Busk Tucker refreshments such as Rosella or Davidson Plum Cordial and Sweet Treats, specifically known for their healing properties for women’s health. An opportunity to end the tour with learning some language words and a Q and A time will complete this powerful cultural immersive experience.
Tour Duration: 2 hours (approximately) 1600 – 1800
Women Only: Pleases note this tour is suitable for women only.
Days of Operating: The Reddell Beach Women Only Tour operates every Saturday afternoon at 1600 between March — November.
Tour Start Location: Meeting first at 20b Clementson Street, in Broome before heading down to Reddell Beach by car (a vehicle is required, 2 wheel-drive is suitable).
What to Bring: Water bottle, long sleeved clothing for sun protection, camera & any personal items you may need for the duration of the tour.
Amenities: Please be mindful there are no toilet facilities at the tour site.
Please note we will require * ONE WEEK NOTICE FROM YOUR TOUR DATE if you need to cancel your booking.
Refunds will not be issued if less than 1 weeks notice is given.
Bookings are not confirmed until paid in full.