Our Tours
Guided tours that give you authentic Aboriginal experiences, bush foods and local heritage
Discover the Magic of Kool Tours: Private and Bespoke Experiences on the Fleurieu Peninsula.
At Kool Tours, we specialise in creating tailored and bespoke tours designed to provide an immersive and unique experience of our rich cultural heritage.
While we do not offer regular public tours, our private tours promise an intimate and personalised journey with experiences such as a
majestic walk in Yundi Nature Conservancy, join traditional owners for a majestic walk over Country through the Yundi Nature Conservancy. Share in their ancient knowledge of plants, including Australian Bush Medicine and Bush Foods, and learn about the diverse birds and wildlife. This emphasizes the importance of caring for Country and the ancient resurgence of the Warki, the original inhabitants. Enjoy a bush food-infused picnic as part of this enriching walk and talk. Or learn about the Nurrunderi Creation Story with the Ngarrindjeri story of creation with a local Ngarrindjeri guide. Witness the footprints of Nurrunderi and the significant sights along his journey. Understand how Nurrunderi’s journey through Ruwe (land and waters) forms the basis of Ngarrindjeri identity. See where Nurrunderi stopped at Middleton and learn about the significance of his journey through Ratalang, appreciating the transformation of this vital place and its impact on our Miwi, or inner self.
Ramindjeri Sacred Site of Kaike (Granite Island) Walk with a Ramindjeri guide over Country, or Ruwe, and hear the dreaming stories of Nurrunderi and Kondoli (The Whale) as only our cultural guides can tell. Visit the sacred site of Kaike, known as Granite Island, and see how Nurrunderi, our creator, made The Bluff by throwing his club into the water from Umbrella Rocks. Experience the cultural significance of this majestic place and the landforms created by Nurrunderi for the Ngarrindjeri and all our visitors.
Come and experience these captivating stories and the profound connection to the land with Kool Tours. Book your private tour today and embark on a journey through the cultural and natural wonders of our heritage.
Collaborative Tours
by Spirit Australia Cruises
Embark on a breathtaking 6-hour journey along the last stretches of the Murray River with Kool Tours. Setting sail from Goolwa's historic wharf, navigate the Goolwa Barrage, descend to sea level, and find fur-seals basking by the waters.
Traverse the Coorong's waterways, cruising into the picturesque Storm Boy territory, passing the iconic Coorong Shacks.
Step on the sands with an optional dune walk enriched with indigenous heritage, leading to the pristine 90-Mile Beach. Here, Mark Koolmatrie, offers an immersive experience, sharing cultural tales and conducting a traditional smoke ceremony. Engage in the lively 'Coorong Shuffle', dig for tantalising Pipi's/Kuti, and sample them onboard. Revel in mouth-watering lunches and observe iconic Storm Boy film sites as the Coorong unveils its beauty.
Departure: 10am every Wednesday & Sunday (October - May)
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Future Tours
Embark on a transformative journey through the untouched terrains of Miwi Kungalun's Deep Creek Conservation Park, a gem of the Fleurieu Peninsula. In collaboration with Kool Tours, the wild south coast app serves as a beacon, guiding walkers through the verdant landscapes, enabling them to witness Ruwi or Country through the age-old wisdom of the Ngarrindjeri eyes.
This immersive experience, crafted with the insights from Kool Tours, ensures every step you take resonates with the echoes of ancient Ngarrindjeri tales and traditions.
Unravel the secrets of nature and culture, blending seamlessly in this majestic conservation haven.
Delve deep into the heart of Myponga, where stories, mysteries, and nature converge. This uniquely curated experience promises more than just a walk—it's a journey through time, landscapes, and the soul.
Guided by Mark Koolmatrie, you'll traverse the very paths where the lost tribe of the Warki once tread. Unearth the poignant tale of the Warki people of Meipongga, their mysterious dispersion from their native Country, and the century-long quest that led to their rediscovery by the Ngarrindjeri.
This one-hour walk is a harmonious blend of storytelling, cultural immersion, and nature's splendor, making it a must for those seeking a deeper understanding of South Australia's rich heritage.
Experience Kangaroo Island like never before with Kool Tours' authentic Aboriginal expedition. Known to the Ngarrindjeri as Ngurungaui, the "place of Nurrunderi," or their revered creator, Kangaroo Island boasts a history as vast and varied as its landscapes.
Engage in a concise 45-minute walk, enriched with stories of sites holding deep significance to the Ngarrindjeri. Unfold the layers of history, tales, and traditions of the local Tribe, all narrated by our experienced Ngarrindjeri guides.
Every narrative, every site, and every moment is steeped in lived experiences, promising an authentic dive into the waters, lands, and cosmology of the region.