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Bangalow Bush Tucker Walk

Edible plants, river turtles and Bundjalung stories along Byron Creek, then a bush tucker tasting.

A 90-minute guided walk along Byron Creek in Bangalow Parklands with Bundjalung guide Delta Kay: edible bush tucker plants, natural medicine, traditional stories and some language, finishing with a bush tucker tasting and bush tea.

📍 Byron Bay ⏱ 1 Hour, 30 Minutes 👥 Small group 🔥 Chill

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Overview

Bangalow Parklands was once grazing land. It has since been regenerated with hundreds of native plant species that matter to the Bundjalung people, and this walk along Byron Creek shows you what they are and what they're for. Your guide is Delta Kay, an Arakwal Bundjalung woman whose family's knowledge of this country has been passed down for thousands of years, and she's a respected elder in the Byron Shire.

You meet at Bangalow Weir Parklands on Deacon Street, beside the large toilet block, and follow the creek. Along the way Delta points out edible bush tucker plants and the ones used for natural medicine, jewellery, fibre, tools and weapons, teaching you to spot the native fruits, roots, nuts, seeds and leaves, while sharing local history and traditional stories from her ancestors. You'll learn some Bundjalung language too, and if you're lucky you'll spot Binging the river turtle or Junbung the platypus in the creek. The walk finishes with a tasting of bush tucker foods, a cup of bush tea and a biscuit.

It's an easy 90 minutes at walking pace in the hinterland village of Bangalow, about 15 minutes' drive inland from Byron Bay. Transport to Bangalow isn't included, so sort your own ride. Wear covered shoes, bring a water bottle and sun protection, and come hungry enough to try everything at the end.

Why you'll love it

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    Easy 90-minute walk along Byron Creek

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    Led by an Arakwal Bundjalung elder

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    Edible bush tucker and medicinal plants

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    Plants used for fibre, jewellery, tools and weapons

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    Learn some Bundjalung language

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    River turtles and platypus sometimes seen

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    Bush tucker tasting with bush tea

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What's included

✓ What's included

  • Guided cultural walk (about 90 minutes)
  • Bundjalung guide
  • Bush tucker tasting
  • Bush tea and a biscuit

✕ Not included

  • ✕Transport to Bangalow
  • ✕Water bottle and sun protection (bring your own)

Common questions about this trip

  • Where do we meet?
    At Bangalow Weir Parklands on Deacon Street, Bangalow, beside the large toilet block. Your start time is confirmed when you book; arrive a few minutes early so the group can set off together.

  • How do I get to Bangalow from Byron Bay?
    Bangalow is a hinterland village about 15 minutes' drive inland from Byron Bay. Transport isn't included, so drive, share a ride or take a local bus and allow time to walk to the parklands.

  • How fit do I need to be?
    It's an easy walk of about 90 minutes along the creek at a relaxed pace, with frequent stops at plants. Any fitness level is fine.

  • What should I wear and bring?
    Covered shoes, sun protection and a water bottle. The tasting, bush tea and biscuit are provided at the end of the walk.

  • Will I see a platypus?
    Sometimes. The operator says guests are sometimes lucky enough to spot Binging the river turtle or Junbung the platypus in Byron Creek, but they're wild and nothing is promised. Walk quietly near the water and keep your eyes on the surface.

  • What happens in bad weather?
    The walk is outdoors and weather dependent, and the operator decides on the day. Bring a rain jacket if showers are forecast.

  • What's the cancellation policy?
    Bookings cancelled or changed with less than 48 hours notice, or not joined, cost 100%. In severe weather (heavy rain and dangerous winds) the operator cancels and guests get a full refund or can join another tour. The tour runs in light rain and wind. If fewer than 4 guests book, the operator may cancel and offer a full refund or another date. Wanderlust handles the refund for you, refunds mirror the operator's terms 1:1 (including if the operator cancels) and we chase it on your behalf.

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What travellers say

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"It was amazing to learn so much about the history and the people that call Byron bay home and to learn more about Byron bay then it being a drinking/surfing town."
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Chloe S

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"Our group ranged from 79 years to 7 years old and this tour was loved by all. The bush tucker feast and tea at the end were the perfect end."
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Francine L

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"Loved this! Really interesting and informative, and fun too. We learn a lot about local Aboriginal life, past and present, and ended with a taste of bush tucker. Highly recommended."
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Gill T

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