BushTracks

BushTracks guided walking Tour in Agnes Water and 1770

…on our bespoke, accessible Bushland Boardwalk – the newest attraction on the Discovery Coast!

1st April – 25th October Tuesdays – Saturdays at 9 am

Are you ready for an unforgettable escape into the heart of nature?

I am a tour guide, with over 20 years of experience in the Tourism Industry! I worked alongside indigenous guides in Arnhemland and presented interpretive programs as a seasonal ranger in the World Heritage listed Kakadu National Park. My interest and passion about history, culture and native flora and fauna brings us here today – the creation of “BushTracks”! My vision is to share my love and knowledge about the bush with people. People who travel Australia. People who live in Australia. People who will look at plants and remember what they have learnt from me during “BushTracks”.

I would like to invite you to fully immerse yourself in a truly unique experience on the Discovery Coast. Our 44-acre bush property is located within the Goreng Goreng Nation, just outside of Agnes Water/1770 and I live here with my beautiful wife and two young boys.

“BushTracks” takes you on a journey through native Australian bushland, rich with Bushtucker and Bush Medicines. Learn about traditional and cultural uses of plants, embark on a journey through past and present and learn about cultural burning practices protecting our land. Several native beehives keep the diversity of our plants thriving all year round. Wildlife habitats can be seen on the peaceful walk through our ever-changing bushland. The vast variety of native trees inhabit over 60 species of birds. Bring your binoculars – you never know which bird you might spot on the day!

Stop for a minute and give yourself the opportunity to truly immerse in nature!

After an informative walk under the canopy of tall gumtrees, you will enjoy a delicious cup of tea and sample the tastes of nature. Entice your taste buds by sampling an array of Australian made native spreads supplied by Kurrajong Australian Native Foods.

Listen to the sounds of the birds, the wind in the trees and reflect on the experience you’ve just had!

We work closely with local organizations like Tangaroa Blue, Australian Native Bee Association and Tielka Tea to promote sustainable practices within our business.

Awarded to Traveller’s Rest 1770 Pty Ltd for your support in the Australian Marine Debris Initiative & helping to keep our oceans healthier.

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Call 0466065790

Adults

$40.00pp

2 hrs

Children

$20.00pp

2 hrs, Children under 4 yrs free

Book BushTracks

Please call 0466065790 to inquire about bookings outside peak season.

Approx. 2 hours, please arrive 10 minutes prior to departure
Please bring a Camera, Walking Shoes, Hat, Water Bottle, Sunscreen and Bug Spray!

Groups:

BushTracks can be customised for private groups and used as an educational and recreational experience.

We are happy to create a perfect time frame for you!

Please contact us on 0466065790 to make a booking.

Accessible boardwalk with kickboards with access ramp and turn around point

BushTracks Guided Walking Tour

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Richard Ennis

18:32 23 May 23

This tour called “Bush Tracks” is located at Travellers Rest 1770 to the west of Agnes Water. It is located in Goreng Goreng country. It takes in a variety of paperbark and stringybark Eucalyptus, cabbage palms, cocky apples, black boys and other lesser well known but widespread species of native flora. It also included 3 commercial native bee hives and explanation of the habits of birds, goanna and other fauna. First Nation scar trees are exhibited and explained. I sadly saw what damage a single introduced feral pig will do. The country had been under a remedial cultural burn supervised by GorengGoreng elders. The process of this native practice was explained in detail (a first for me). The tour wrapped up with a sample tasting of tasting of cakes, jams and biscuits commercially available using native flora ingredients. As such it is an excellent educational tour with many insights into not only practical modern use of bush tucker and medicine, but also how we all could now live sustainably in Australia using the knowledge garnered from the local First Nation. Dave was our extremely knowledgeable tour guide, formerly employed with the NPWS in the Northern Territory. I went in a late Autumn evening when the paperbarks were in flower and it was cool. I would very much like to repeat the tour. Full body protection from mosquitoes is essential. As the tour takes in medical practices, probably best suited to intelligent tourists with experience of life. Easy level walking trail.

Beverley Kirwan

06:32 21 May 23

The Bush Tracks was a great experience. Michael was so passionate and knowledgeable. I would definitely recommend. Great fun for all ages.

Rowen Franklin

23:29 30 Apr 23

Great way to learn about the nature and history of the Agnes Water and the 1770 region. Mike was very knowledgeable and was willing to share his knowledge and encourage others to share any insights that they might have of their own, making for a delightful bush walk.

My wife and I had a wonderful bushtracks "bushtucker" tour with Michael around the boardwalk on his land. Michael was very knowledgeable and answered all of our questions as well as providing a lot of information about the fauna, plants and trees as well as showing us what we were able to eat and the benefits. We ended with some tasty tea and biscuits with various dips made from plants.
Couple
Absolutely amazing tour. We had family visiting us over Easter and we all had such a lovely time. Mike's knowledge of the land and it's history is impressive. The boardwalk makes it such an easy walk for everyone...from the little ones to us older folk!
Local
Great location back from the main drag and very clean amenities, the owners have put a lot of effort into making this a good place to set up camping. Reasonably prices and friendly staff, as it was a quiet weeknight. We had paid for an unpowered site and were able to pick pretty much wherever we wanted to camp. Highly recommended.
Couple