Barrmal Maku-nyajiway
MEET US (THE GUIDES)
"Teaching, learning, sharing our cultural ways makes sure we preserve our culture for generations to come"
"Karanba" Juan
Guide: Juan
Aboriginal Name: Karanba (a name passed down through generations)
Juan is a Kuku Yalanji man from the Mossman/Daintree area and has been working as a tour guide in this region for twenty years. Juan enjoys living, learning and sharing his Aboriginal culture.
He believes that through interacting with visitors and sharing the Kuku Yalanji history and cultural practises, he is preserving the knowledge and continuing the connection between the people and the land.
Juan’s ambition is to continue to learn and maintain the traditions of his people.
"Kalka Dudu" Aaron
Guide: Aaron
Aboriginal Name: Kalka Dudu (Kuku Yalanji for Spear in the Toe)
A proud Kuku Yalanji man, Aaron is from the Mossman and Daintree area. He has been guiding with Walkabout Cultural Adventures since 2017. Before commencing with Walkabout, Aaron worked 11 years as a Police Liaison Officer, assisting in breaking down barriers between the Queensland Police Force and the local Aboriginal community.
Previous to this Aaron had guided tours for many years in the local area. Aaron is passionate about his culture and enjoys meeting new people and sharing a glimpse of his culture, background and traditional practises used in the rainforest and local coastal areas.
“NGANKA” KUDISHA
Guide: Kudisha
Aboriginal Name: Nganka (Kuku Yalanji for Wildflower)
"YINDILI" Chaseley
Guide: Chaseley
Aboriginal Name: Yindili (Kuku Yalanji for Kingfisher)
Chaseley is a Kuku Yalanji and Guugu Yimithirr woman, who as a young mum, recognises the importance of connecting to culture and sharing this with our future generations. Chaseley was raised in the local area and has spent much time with her family learning about her cultural and country. Now that she has found employment in guiding, she is enjoying the opportunity to be on country daily, learning more about the land, sea & sky and sharing this with others.
