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A rare experience awaits you at Gunya Titjikala - Australia's first exclusive Indigenous Resort within the traditional Aboriginal Community of Titjikala. At your own pace learn the land mastery of local Elders while walking with them through the great Australian Outback collectiong witchetty grubs, wild fruit, berries and other bush foods.
Accommodation at Gunya Titjikala
Perched high on the fringe of the Simpson Desert, the 3 deluxe safari tents are designed to ensure our guests remain in complete comfort and protected from the harshness of the desert but at the same time feeling ‘in-touch’ with the wonders of the surrounding environment.
Rising 2 metres from the Desert floor, the tents provide a panoramic view of the great Australian Outback including glorious sunrises and majestic sunsets, which can be enjoyed on your private timber decking.
Deluxe Safari Tent Features
• King Bed (can be split into 2 single beds)
• Double pull-out sofa
• Extensive Aboriginal Library
• Private bathroom with deep free standing bath/shower and flush toilet
• Exclusive Gunya Skin and Body products
• ‘Billy’ Tea and Coffee making facilities
• Non-alcoholic refreshments
• Each tent is serviced daily
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Food and Beverage
Enjoy a fusion of Western and ‘Bush Tucker’ dishes prepared by the resident “bush tucker” Chef.
• Menu designed by Master Chef, Steve Sunk
• Beverages – limited pre-purchased alcohol can be consumed within range of the tents (for cultural reasons).
• Unlimited non-alcoholic beverages and snacks are provided.
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Included in your tariff are three delicious gourmet meals personally prepared by the Gunya Titjikala's resident 'bush tucker' chef where western style dishes are fused with the local 'bush tucker' which include witchetty grubs and wild fruits and berries.
Indigineous Adventure
Gunya Titjikala offers the following activities:
• Bush tucker gathering and tasting
• Kangaroo spotting
• Rock Art and Fossil Site exploration
• Visit Art and Craft centre and buy direct from Artist
• Visit the local children at the Community school
• Nightly campfires with Dreamtime stories from Community Elders
• Bush Medicine demonstration
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Go 'bush' with the local Aboriginal "traditional owners' on an exclusive day tour and learn the daily survival knowledge of the oldest living culture in the world. Visit amazing landscapes including the historic Chambers Pillar and on your return home collect your bush tucker that will compliment your gourmet evening meal.
You will only interact with local Aboriginals as the Joint Venture between Gunya Tourism and the Titjikala Aboriginal Community only employ local indigenous labour, ensuring a truly authentic cultural experience, not to mention 50% of all profits go directly the Titjikala Foundation which focuses on health, education, and school retention initiatives.
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Gunya Titjikala provides an exclusive and unique cultural tourism experience within an authentic Indigenous community.
Gunya Titjikala enables it's guests to learn the daily survival knowledge and culture of traditional aboriginal people during the day, while at night guests can retreat to their private and luxurious safari tent where they can relax in their hot bath whilst gazing at a clear and unpolluted night sky.
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"This travel product can only provide a greater sense of purpose and respect for Indigenous traditions and culture" Mark Provost, Managing Director, Gunya Tourism.
Location of Gunya Titjikala
Titjikala Aboriginal Community is located 120 kilometres South of Alice Springs, Northern Territory, Australia via the Old South Road, approximately 1½ hours driving time from the Alice Springs Airport.
Alice Springs defies the expectations of a typical Desert Town having the convenience of all modern facilities including a world class Desert Golf Course and Casino.
Other Awe-Inspiring Land Features in Central Australia are:
• Ayres Rock/Uluru and Olgas/Kata Tjuta (40 minutes flying time or 4 hours by road)
• East and West MacDonnell Ranges
• Standley Chasm
• Orminston and Trephina Gorge
• Chambers Pillar
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