History & Culture
Mungalla Aboriginal Tours
The history and culture of Mungalla tours begins at the grand Mungalla Station homestead where they introduce you to 45,000 years of Nywaigi Aboriginal Culture. Hear their stories and learn to throw a boomerang or spear. Then board the bus for a short trip to the original homestead site where they'll introduce you to Irish settler James Cassady and his family who were the first European settlers on Mungalla and advocated for Aboriginal people and allowed their ancestors to remain on their traditional lands. As you view the remnants of the original Mungalla site hear the pioneering stories of these settlers and let your thoughts drift back in time and consider the glory of old Mungalla. Return to the homestead to experience the truly amazing Captive Lives story that documents the unbelievable story of Aboriginal people displayed as human curiosities throughout the circuses of Europe and America. This amazing exhibition toured nationally and was seen by over 300,000 Australians. Interact with Aboriginal people as they share this wonderful story with you. Add their optional eco-tourism package to your tour where they show you their efforts to regenerate their wetlands and save endangered species. Group tours a speciality.
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Hinchinbrook Island Tours (Hitours)
At HI Tours, the team is passionate about showcasing the natural beauty of Hinchinbrook Island and its surrounding landscapes. Nestled in the heart of the stunning Hinchinbrook Channel, the eco-experience boat tours offer a unique chance to explore one of Australia's most spectacular coastal regions. Cruising through vibrant mangrove forests, lush rainforests, and crystal-clear waters, guests will have the opportunity to witness an incredible variety of marine life, including dolphins, sea turtles, crocodiles, and diverse bird species. The tours are perfect for nature lovers, adventure seekers, and anyone looking to experience the raw beauty of the island firsthand. Led by knowledgeable local guides, each tour provides fascinating insights into the region's history, culture, and ecological significance. HI Tours is committed to delivering an experience that is immersive, educational, and environmentally responsible. At HI Tours, sustainability is at the heart of what the company does. The eco-friendly practices help minimise environmental impact while deepening connection to this remarkable ecosystem. The team believes in protecting Hinchinbrook's wild beauty so that future generations can enjoy it just as much. Join for an unforgettable journey where adventure, nature, and heritage come together in one of Australia's hidden gems.
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Herbert River Museum
Learn about the history of the Hinchinbrook region and discover a treasure chest of historical artefacts at the Herbert River Museum. Located on Macrossan Street in Halifax, the Museum offers an interesting step back in time and is co-located with the local gallery. For those wanting to view more of their Local History, the Herbert River Museum and Gallery can be found in the old Shaw's Building, Macrossan Street, Halifax.
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Hinchinbrook Island Tours (Hitours) Lucinda
At HI Tours, they are passionate about showcasing the breathtaking natural beauty of Hinchinbrook Island and its surrounding waterways. Operating primarily out of Cardwell, with additional departures from Lucinda, their eco-experience boat tours offer a unique opportunity to explore one of Australia's most pristine and spectacular coastal regions. Cruise through winding mangrove forests, lush tropical rainforests, and crystal-clear waters while experiencing the incredible diversity of wildlife that calls this area home. Guests often encounter dolphins, sea turtles, estuarine crocodiles, and a wide variety of birdlife, making every tour a memorable and immersive experience. HI Tours experiences are ideal for nature lovers, adventure seekers, photographers, and anyone wanting to experience the raw beauty of Hinchinbrook Island firsthand. Led by knowledgeable local guides, each tour provides engaging insights into the region's history, Indigenous heritage, and ecological significance. Whether you're visiting the region or a local looking to explore your own backyard, HI Tours offers an unforgettable journey through one of Australia's most iconic and unspoiled natural environments. Discover the magic of Hinchinbrook Island with HI Tours and experience one of Australia's true hidden gems. All Boats -Are fully shaded -Are equipped with an onboard toilet -Can accommodate group sizes of up to 24 people with comfortable ergonomic seating
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Ingham Cemetery
Located on Sir Arthur Fadden Drive, the Ingham Cemetery depicts the area's strong Mediterranean influences with a magnificent display of tile mausoleums. Undoubtedly, the southern European mausoleums in the Catholic section of the cemetery are quite noticeable. The older style mausoleums are constructed from white stucco and marble, the traditional materials, and contain gothic style windows and doors. The more recent ones are more commonly flat-roofed with parapet surrounds and finished with terrazzo and tiles.
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Lucinda Jetty
Situated near the southern end of World Heritage listed Hinchinbrook Island, the Lucinda bulk sugar terminal boasts the longest service jetty in the Southern Hemisphere. At 5.76 kilometres long, supported by more than 660 concrete and steel pylons, the jetty is nothing short of an engineering masterpiece with its length actually following the curved contour of the earth. Sugar takes 22 minutes to travel along the conveyor from the on-shore storage to the shiploader. The single berth can accommodate fully loaded Panamax class vessels and the major cargo destinations are Canada and Malaysia. The jetty enables Lucinda to receive the largest ships used in the raw sugar trade. Adjacent to this amazing structure is a small service jetty which is popular with anglers who don't have their own boat. Pelagic species such as Spanish mackerel, giant trevally, queenfish, northern bluefin tuna are there for the taking and some anglers have even been lucky enough to land small black marlin.
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