wallaby walkabout walking tour

Written By Rob King

You are invited to come on a wonderful, and leisurely, journey through Ye Olde Launceston and discover its intriguing history with amazing streetscapes of significant heritage buildings/sites, and stories of fascinating characters such as reformed convict Dicky White. You will be personally hosted by local historian, Geoff, who has not just extensive knowledge of Launceston he will share with you, but being a born and bred local person Geoff also has deep personal connections to wonderful Launceston. Geoff also has extensive knowledge of the diverse architectural styles that make Launceston so unique.

Geoff is also a Tasmanian Aboriginal historian and can host you on an in-depth exploration of Launceston’s iconic Cataract Gorge where you will visit places that even locals don’t know about, such as Giant’s Grave and the Hidden Valley. Geoff has intimate knowledge of the Gorge that encompasses its ancient origins geology, and how volcanic activity was the catalyst for its formation. He can also tell you about how beer was the major factor in the creation of the Picnic Grounds that have become such an integral contemporary feature of the Gorge. And if you are interested in Tasmanian Aboriginal histories and cultures Geoff is a professional educator in that field and can share with you his incredible knowledge. And the Cataract Gorge is an ideal place for that knowledge sharing with its cultural and spiritual significance for Tasmanian Aboriginal people, both ancient and contemporary.

If you are looking for the most comprehensive, informative and entertaining experiences of Launceston, and Tasmanian history, then Geoff invites you to combine both his experiences. For a day of amazing experiences Geoff can provide that to you for the most affordable rate of $95 per person. You will not find any better value for money anywhere in Australia

 
 
 
Rob King https://www.kingthingmarketing.com/
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