Spirits of the Red Sand - Aboriginal cultural experience Unforgettable daytime and evening experiences that connect you with the world’s oldest living culture
This is Aboriginal Australia
60,000 years in the making, meet the Aboriginal elders and mobs of this great Southern Queensland region as you embark on an incredible cultural journey like no other – where the true stories and vibrant spirit of Aboriginal Australia unfold before your eyes.
By day, Welcome to Country invites you to discover ancient Aboriginal customs and rituals from Dreamtime to the rhythms of the didgeridoo to participating in all aspects of traditional Aboriginal life including boomerang painting and bush tucker tasting.
And by night, the Evening Experience commands the spotlight with an award-winning roving dinner and theatre experience that takes you from Dreamtime to 1800’s Australia when the British and Aboriginal ways of life collide.
Launched in 2017, Spirits of the Red Sand is a first-of-its kind experience – a true cultural awakening that will open your eyes to the history, beauty, and vibrancy of the Aboriginal people.
Evening Experience
Set in the unique gardens of Beenleigh Historical Village, journey back in time to 1800’s Queensland as the British and Aboriginal ways of life collide. The highly acclaimed Evening Experience is a captivating live theatre and 3-course dinner that will immerse you in the unforgettable story of three Aboriginal brothers and their families, who experienced first-hand many of the events they bring to life. A masterpiece of authentic Aboriginal storytelling that will pass down significant truths through traditional song, dance, culture, and community.
Welcome to Country Daytime Experience
For the first time in Australia, you are invited to immerse yourself in the ancient Aboriginal ceremony of Welcome to Country as you connect with the world’s oldest continuous culture. Set in an authentic pre-European Aboriginal village, participate in Aboriginal traditions, customs and rituals that bring Dreamtime and beyond to life. Your entry to a 60,000-year-old journey begins at Spirits of the Red Sand.
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"I especially enjoyed interacting with the actors by walking through the village into different scenes. I would most definitely take visitors to see the show & recommend locals to go along."Trip Advisor, Brisbane, Australia, March 2021
Read more reviews here"We learned a lot of things that we had never heard before. The meal was absolutely delicious with very generous portions. We found the whole experience both educational and entertaining and very good value for money."Trip Advisor, Robina, Australia, March 2021
Read more reviews here"This was an excellent and raw experience - a story that needs to be told. The performance was very real and professional and was thoroughly enjoyed by all, including the meal at the end."TripAdvisor, March 2021
Read more reviews here“A great sense of the Aboriginal journey tastefully done. The meal was more than sufficient and well prepared. Overall a great experience. Catered well for our group of two grandparents and 18 grandchildren.”TripAdvisor, January 2020
Read more reviews here"This was one of the best experiences I’ve had on my Gold Coast holiday this week. The storyline was very confronting but needs to be told and we all need to learn."TripAdvisor, Shoalhaven, Australia, December 2020
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