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The Koomal Dreaming Didgeridoo Cave Tour is a guided cultural walk and cave experience located at Ngilgi Cave in the Margaret River region of Western Australia. Led by a Wadandi cultural custodian, this experience combines a short bush walk with an interpretive cave journey rich in storytelling, ecological knowledge and cultural insight.
The tour begins above ground, where visitors are introduced to the surrounding landscape and its significance to Wadandi people. Along the walk to the cave entrance, your guide shares knowledge about native plants, seasonal movement, traditional tools and sustainable living practices.
Inside Ngilgi Cave, the experience deepens. Visitors learn the cultural stories connected to the cave and the landforms within it. The tour includes a didgeridoo performance in the cave’s natural amphitheatre, where acoustics amplify the sound and connection to place.
This is a guided-only experience and must be booked through Koomal Dreaming.
Aboriginal cultural content on this page has been developed with the guidance of local Traditional Owners and custodians. It is shared to provide insight into Country and culture, but does not represent all knowledge or perspectives of Aboriginal people. Trails WA would like to thank Koomal Dreaming for their input in creating this content.
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This experience offers a guided introduction to Wadandi and broader Noongar cultural knowledge, shared directly by a Traditional Custodian. Along the track and within Ngilgi Cave, visitors gain insight into how Country is understood not simply as landscape, but as a living system of stories, responsibility and relationships.
You will learn about traditional seasonal calendars and how movement across Country was guided by changes in weather, flora and fauna. Native plants along the walk are interpreted for their use as bush foods, medicines and tools, highlighting sustainable land management practices developed over thousands of years. The tour also explores the importance of caves within cultural storylines, including how formations and landforms are connected to ancestral narratives and spiritual understanding.
Inside the cave, the didgeridoo performance is both acoustic and cultural. The sound resonates through the limestone chambers, reinforcing the deep connection between story, sound and place. Rather than a performance alone, it represents the continuation of cultural expression and oral tradition.
Throughout the tour, knowledge is shared in a way that invites reflection and understanding, encouraging visitors to see the Margaret River region through a deeper cultural lens and to appreciate the enduring connection of Wadandi people to Country.
Deeper connecting, immersing visitors in culture, seeing, hearing, feeling. Seeing the country through Josh’s eyes.
For over 50,000 years, the Wadandi and Bibbulman people of the Busselton, Dunsborough and Margaret River areas of Australia’s south-west have walked this ancient land. Koomal Dreaming is your opportunity to follow in their footsteps and experience Wadandi country through their eyes. Wadandi custodian Josh “Koomal” Whiteland will introduce you to the world’s oldest living culture with his authen...
To make the most of your Ngilgi Cave experience, come prepared:
Wear comfortable, closed footwear – the bush track and cave surfaces can be uneven and sometimes damp.
Bring a water bottle – particularly in warmer months.
Sun protection is essential – hat, sunscreen and sunglasses for the outdoor walking component.
Dress in layers – the cave remains cool year-round, even on warm days.
Bring a light jacket – especially during autumn and winter tours.
Carry a small torch if preferred – although lighting is provided, some visitors enjoy extra visibility in cave sections.
Follow your guide’s instructions – this is an active cultural site and natural cave environment.
Arriving prepared ensures a comfortable experience and allows you to focus on the stories, landscape and cultural insights shared throughout the tour.
2.5 hours
2km
Minimal elevation gain on the bush track. Inside the cave, visitors descend and ascend a series of steep stairs within the natural limestone system.
This is a guided tour, bookings are available through Koomal Dreaming Cape Cultural Experiences. Prices are dependant on chosen experience.
Ngilgi Cave, 260 km from Perth.
Entrance of Ngilgi Cave. Please arrive early to allow time for introductions.
Tours operate year-round. Spring (Sept-Nov) and autumn (Mar-May) offer mild temperatures and comfortable walking conditions. Summer (Dec-Feb) tours remain popular, particularly for visitors to the Margaret River region, while winter provides a quieter experience with lush surrounding vegetation. As this is a cave-based experience, sections remain cool throughout the year.
Group B - Hiking & Long Distance Trails (Bushwalks and/or longer trails)
This is a guided walking and cave experience and includes uneven bush tracks, natural surfaces and stair access within Ngilgi Cave. Visitors will need a moderate level of mobility to safely navigate the cave steps and enclosed spaces.
The cave component is not wheelchair accessible due to the stair descent and natural limestone terrain.
If you have specific access requirements or mobility considerations, it is recommended that you contact Koomal Dreaming prior to booking to discuss suitability and available options.
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Max 22°C
Min 15°C
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