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Escape to ultra-remote East Arnhem Land’s Bremer Island - a small Yolŋu homeland, and immerse yourself in the culture and history of the local Yolŋu people, with this 5-day secluded castaway retreat.
Located approximately an hour’s boat ride or a short charter flight north east of Nhulunbuy, Bremer Island (known to the locals as Dhambaliya) is one of Australia’s last unspoilt tropical paradises. Like the rest of East Arnhem Land, the Island is known for its beautiful beaches, bountiful sea life (including 4 of the world’s 7 sea turtle species), lush tropical surrounds and rich Yolŋu culture. You will feel like the person to leave a footprint!
Over 5 magical days, enjoy the space and freedom of finding your own island paradise. With Yolŋu guides, visit Yolŋu homelands and become part of ...
Over 5 magical days, enjoy the space and freedom of finding your own island paradise. With Yolŋu guides, visit Yolŋu homelands and become part of a small family community. Take part in daily activities such as crab hunting and spear fishing and learn the secrets of traditional bush tucker, craft materials and remedies. You will also learn about Yolŋu kinship, traditional lore and language, both spoken and sign. These life-changing experiences helps create a new economy for the Yolŋu people through tourism.
In addition to engaging with the Yolŋu people, there is plenty to do during your stay on Bremer Island. Explore local walking trails, experience the magic of nesting turtles, fish for Coral Trout and Spanish Mackerel, or take to the air with a scenic flight over azure waters and sugar white sands. Alternatively, why not relax and unwind on the beach or by the pool and watch the world go by?
This incredible 5-day package includes 4-nights’ accommodation at the eco-friendly Banubanu Beach Retreat on a twin share basis. You will stay in a Deluxe Beachfront Bungalow featuring king/twin single beds, ensuite bathroom and sundeck with views over the sparkling Arafura Sea. All meals are prepared by the resort’s in-house chef, whom uses the freshest produce. Specialties include whole crispy fish with tamarind dressing, king prawns served with sauteed vegetables and avocado and crispy skin duck served with sesame Asian greens. The deck is the perfect place to sit, relax and soak up the atmosphere of Arnhem Land.
Leave the hustle of modern life behind on Bremer Island, with this immersive 5-day escape. Suitable for couples, families and groups up to 12 people, this package is perfect for nature lovers, fishing enthusiasts and those seeking an unforgettable holiday experience.
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Arrive into Nhulunbuy/Gove Airport (GOV) in East Arnhem Land in the Northern Territory. Your host will meet and escort you by car (approximately 15 minutes) and speed boat (approximately 20-40 minutes) to beautiful Bremer Island.
Check into your accommodation at Banubanu Beach Retreat. Settle into your beach front bungalow and enjoy a cheese platter and bottle of Sparkling. Spend the rest of the day doing as much or as little as you like. Explore azure waters by sea kayak, try your hand at fishing for Coral Trout and Spanish Mackerel, or simply relax on the beach beneath a sunshade marquee. There is also a plunge pool for you to cool off with a drink while enjoying the sunset seascape views.
In the evening, enjoy a delicious dinner of locally caught seafood and seasonal vegetables from the Retreat’s kitchen garden.
In the morning, transfer by boat to Nhulunbuy to join a guided tour of Yolŋu Country. This full day tour will showcase Nhulunbuy and surrounds, taking you to a range of spectacular and culturally significant coastal locations in the East Arnhem Region.
During the tour, you will be amazed by the quality of beaches. Daliwuy (Daliwoi Bay) is a popular fishing spot with the locals. Ngumuy (Turtle Beach) is a beautiful, sheltered sandy cove and Garanhan (Macassan Beach) has a historical link with the Macassan sea traders. You will also visit the world-renowned Aboriginal art centre Buku-Larrnggay Mulka. Established in the 1960s, the Centre consists of 2 divisions: the Yirrkala Art Centre exhibiting and selling contemporary art and The Mulka Project, which acts as a digital production studio and archiving centre incorporating the museum.
After the tour, return to Banubanu Beach Retreat for another relaxing evening.
In the morning, transfer by boat and 4WD to Bawaka, located 60-kilometres south of Yirrkala. This full day tour will provide insight into Yolŋu homeland life.
Upon arrival in Bawaka, you will be Welcomed to Yolŋu Country. Your Yolŋu guide will show you around the area and explain Moiety-Yirratja and Dhuwa (kinship) and how this connects us to the land and to each other. Your guide will also explain Yolŋu bush tucker, craft materials and remedies and demonstrate traditional crab hunting and spear fishing techniques – if you’re lucky, you might just catch your own lunch!
Wake at your leisure to do as much or as little as you like.
Numerous half and full day tours are available on Bremer Island. Embark on deep sea or reef fishing charter, take to the air with a scenic flight, or enjoy a sunset cruise of Grove Harbour complete with complimentary cheese platter. Keen walkers will relish a leisurely stroll along Banubanu’s 4 marked out walking trails. Alternatively, why not seek out a hammock and simply watch the world go by?
All good things must come to an end. Check out at 10:00am and transfer to Nhulunbuy/Gove Airport to meet your departing flight.
Daily departure on request. Please enquiry group bookings or private departures. Max. group size is 12 people. Additional charges may apply for peak season travelling during December to January and Easter holiday. Please contact us for group bookings.
The start and finish point for this tour is Nhulunbuy/Gove (transfers to Bremer Island are included).
Nhulunbuy/Gove Airport is serviced by flights from Darwin and Cairns by Air North Airlines.
Arnhem Land has a tropical climate, and has two distinct seasons, the ‘Wet’ and the ‘Dry’. The Wet seasons spans from November until April and is characterised by increased humidity followed by monsoonal rains and storms. Temperatures typically range from a minimum of 25 degrees Celsius (77F) to a maximum of 33 degrees Celsius (91F), and humidity levels can reach in excess of 80%.
The Wet season is a stunning time to see the Top End. The landscape turns a lush green, at night the skies host spectacular lightening shows. The ‘Dry’ season, from may until October, is characterised by warm, dry sunny days and cool nights. Temperatures typically range from 21 degrees Celsius (70F) to 32 degrees Celsius (90F), and the humidity levels are much lower: around 60-65%.
Onlyluxe Travel acts as travel agency and work with different tour operators.Payment DetailAll pricing is in Australian dollars and are quoted on a per person twin share basis. A supplementary price is available (see below). Bookings are not confirmed until full payment and the signed Booking Form has been received by Onlyluxe Travel.A non-refundable 30% deposit is payable within 7 days of your booking, with the final balance due 60 days prior to departure. If a booking is made 60 days or less before departure, the full payment is payable immediately. Last minute bookings are payable before arrival. Failure to pay on time may result in automatic cancellation of a booking with cancellation penalties payable to Onlyluxe Travel. If you pay by credit card or PayPal a surcharge will be added to the total price.Single SupplementAll accommodation is twin share. Single guests will share with someone of the same gender. If a single room is demanded, a supplementary price of will apply. The supplementary price refers to our quotation and needs to be stipulated at the time of booking.General Cancellation Policies- Outside of 60 days monies will be refunded less 30% of full fee- Within 60 days prior to arrival all monies will be forfeited- No refunds will be given in the event of non-arrival, any unused services or unused nights due to flight or weather disruption- We strongly recommend guests protect themselves with travel insurance and medical insurancePlease Note: Cancellations must be advised in email and will take effect from the date they are received.LiabilityThe participant agrees to indemnify Onlyluxe Travel, and its servant, tour operator and agents, in relation to any liability, loss and damage which the tour operator, or its servants and/or agents may incur as a result of the participants, negligence or misconduct during the tour.Smoking is not permitted on the bus, or in tents or in other accommodation being used by tour operator at the time that a trip is being conducted.Child PolicyPlease consult travel consultant on age limit.Changes to ItinerariesLocal conditions may necessitate changes to sightseeing, walking and driving routes, camping and accommodation locations. While every effort will be made to provide the services and experiences as offered in our brochure, on our website, and in our trip letters, we reserve the right to vary your itinerary. In the event that we are forced to change your arrangements, substitute arrangements of a similar standard will be provided. The tour operator will not be liable where interruptions to itineraries are caused by weather conditions, technical problems to transport used by the tour operator, industrial action, political or civil commotion or other circumstances beyond our control. We refer you to the conditions regarding travel insurance.Changes in PricesWhile we will do its utmost to honour its pricing unforeseen circumstances may mean that prices may be subject to change without notice.Pre-Existing Medical Conditions and Age LimitsYou need to advise Onlyluxe travel and the tour operator on any pre-existing medical condition, mobility impairment and/or disability that might reasonably be expected to increase the risk of your requiring medical attention, or that might affect the normal conduct of a trip and the enjoyment of other trip members. Onlyluxe Travel and the tour operator may require an assessment of your medical condition from a qualified medical practitioner. If you fail to adequately notify the tour operator of any pre-existing medical conditions and/or disability, the tour operator reserves the right, at its reasonable discretion, to cancel your participation in a trip at any time, including after the commencement of your trip, with no right of refund if your medical condition, mobility impairment and/or disability could be reasonably expected to affect the normal conduct of the trip and the enjoyment of other trip members.Cancellation by The Tour OperatorThe walks take place in very special wilderness settings. The tour operator is at the mercy of nature in all her beauty and all her fury. The tour operator will under no circumstance knowingly place at risk the health and well-being of our guests and guides. In the case of natural threats, acts of God and the like (e.g. bushfires, impassable snow, etc) the tour operator may need to cancel a walk with very little notice. In some cases, this can occur after the walk has commenced. The tour operator reserves the right to cancel any walk up to 60 days prior to departure if a minimum of 4 walkers are unable to meet for a tour. If the tour operator needs to cancel for any reason, the cost of the walk or any other costs associated with travel to the designated pick up point, overnight accommodation, meals, etc will not be covered by the Onlyluxe Travel and therefore we strongly recommend travel insurance be taken out prior to travel.Force Majeure'Force Majeure' means (without restriction) any event which Onlyluxe Travel or its third party providers could not, even with due care, foresee or avoid. Force Majeure covers events such as, but not limited to, adverse weather conditions, fire and all similar events beyond our control. In the case of Force Majeure Onlyluxe Travel will not accept liability, and reserves the right to change and cancel trips.EvacuationsIn rare circumstances, due to injury or unforeseen illness, the tour operator may need to evacuate you from a remote part of the walk. Helicopter evacuations are expensive and in most cases will be at a cost to the customer.For Australian residents, under the Australian Government Medicare Act, it is prohibited for any domestic travel insurance product to provide any financial reimbursement with regard to ambulance or air ambulance services. We therefore strongly advise our customers to take specific ambulance cover through their health insurance provider. Evacuation cost will not be covered by the Onlyluxe Travel and therefore it is also strongly recommended that our customers take out travel insurance to cover (amongst other things) the costs associated with evacuation.Travel InsuranceIn view of the heavy cancellation penalties applied to cancelled reservations in certain circumstances, we strongly recommends suitable travel insurance be purchased at the time the holding deposit is paid. We recommend insurance cover that covers any loss which may be suffered due to cancellation. We also strongly recommend comprehensive travel insurance against loss of baggage and medical expenses.