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Our flagship tour, takara nipaluna, gives voice to the palawa (Tasmanian Aboriginal) perspective, history and continued presence within this city, and exposes the layers of history beneath the asphalt. It will lead you to a richer understanding of this place and of the palawa experience here. A revelatory truth-telling performance that will resonate with you long after the walk ends.
This is a historical story-telling tour that combines the history of Lutruwita Tasmania with a style of presentation and storytelling like no other on the market.
The walk follows the route taken in 1832 by members of the Aboriginal resistance, retracing their steps as they progressed to the old Government House to negotiate an end to the Black War
Created by palawa and Warlpiri woman Nunami Sculthorpe-Green, with dramaturgy by award-winning Tasmanian playwright Sarah Hamilton, this tour was initially developed through a performing arts lense and first presented through Ten Days on the Island Festival.
As the only Aboriginal-led tour of nipaluna/Hobart, this is a must-do experience
This walking tour involves 90 minutes of brisk walking
It’s a 1.4 km course beginning in the city and finishing near Salamanca Place. Along the way there are 15 stops, many with seating available, and a toilet break mid-way – the toilet is wheelchair accessible. The walk is wheelchair/pram accessible with small sections of very gentle slopes.
Patrons are advised to dress for the weather
Meals are not provided on the tour so patrons are advised to plan meals in advance. There are many options within the Salamanca precinct where the tour concludes.
The walk is an amplified tour and guests are required to wear in-ear headphones, you are welcome to bring your own ear buds/headphones however they must have a 3.5mm headphone jack.
Bluetooth will not work with our system. If you have any questions or concerns, please call or email.
First Nation people please note: Aspects of the tour deal with Tasmania’s dark past and include references to people who have died.
We require a minimum of 10 bookings to be able to go ahead with each tour.
PAYMENT: All bookings are preferred to be pre-paid at the time of booking, any clients who have agreed credit, will be invoiced to the Booking Company and all invoices are payable at 7 days unless agreed by both parties. Payment received later than the nominated payment period may incur interest.
TOUR MAXIMUM: Thirty (35) Attendees
CANCELLATION POLICY:
Public Tours:
Any bookings cancelled within three (3) days of booking date, will incur a 25% cancellation fee. Any bookings cancelled within twenty four (24) hours of booking date, and including any no shows will incur a 100% cancellation fee.
Private Charter:
Any bookings cancelled within seven (7) days of booking date, will incur a 50% cancellation fee. Any bookings cancelled within three (3) days of booking date, including any no shows will incur a 100% cancellation fee (this does not apply where an agreement to reschedule has been made between both parties)..
– No refund can be given for any unused services.
– Should a booking include any external operator inclusions, cancellation fees are in line with the external operators’ cancellations policy and an administration fee may be applicable to components that Blak Led Tours is liable for.
– We encourage our customers to purchase travel insurance to cover any unforeseen circumstances.
NO SHOWS: Full cancellation applies and will be billed to the Booking Agent/ Guest
SPECIAL NOTE: All rates are subject to increase in the case of Government levies, taxation or in line with external operator charges. All ticket rates are inclusive of Goods and Services Tax (G.S.T.), group booking prices are exclusive of GST,
WEATHER POLICY: No responsibility will be accepted for adverse weather conditions. Due to weather conditions and unforeseen circumstances, the operator reserves the right to alter the itinerary or cancel the tour. When we cancel a trip we will refund any money paid additional to the deposit and customers will be offered an reschedule.
CHILDREN POLICY: Children are welcome to participate under supervision of a Parent or Guardian. Blak Led Tours accepts no responsibility for the supervision of children. Parents or guardians must accept all responsibilities for their child(ren).
Disclaimer
· The itinerary of each tour may be changed or cancelled due to weather and road conditions.
· The tour operator does not accept any responsibility for the loss or damage to personal items. There is a $40 handling fee (plus any charges incurred) for returning left items.
· BLAK LED TOURS TASMANIA will not be held responsible for any accidental personal injuries sustained by clients.
· Please contact us directly for any queries.
takara nipaluna is most suited for children 9 years and above. Parents can bring younger children and babies in prams at their discretion. Some content deals with dark history and may require parental guidance. Each headset given out requires a purchased ticket
takara nipaluna welcomes people with access needs. People with hearing loss are catered for via the use of personal headsets, although these do not work with bluetooth devices. The the route has been designed for people with mobility needs, wheelchair users, or those who have children in prams. Let us know on the day or at time of booking of your specific needs so that we are best able to provide appropriate service. If you have any specific enquiries regarding accessibility, please contact us.
The tour covers a walk of 1.4km, almost all downhill and is a very gentle walk.
The tour beings in the city at Mathers House 108-110 Bathurst Street, Hobart and finishing near Salamancathere are 15 stops, many with seating available, and a toilet break mid-way.
There will be a restroom break halfway through takara nipaluna. The timing of takara nipaluna does not allow for a food/beverage break. We recommend that you bring a water bottle.
If you require a restroom prior to takara nipaluna, public restrooms are located at the Bathurst Street car park, across the road from Mathers House (tour start) or the State Library of Tasmania.
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