Tribal Warrior is a non-profit community organisation relying on the community for practical and financial support.
Jump aboard our Mari Nawi vessel for one of our famous Sydney Harbour Cultural Cruises today
Lean into the wisdom of local Elders, leaders, and our vibrant community.
Holistic Community led Programs ... For Aboriginal People, By Aboriginal People
A cultural immersion experience like none other with the Inner Sydney Community
Tribal Warrior has been a central part of the Redfern community for over two decades. Throughout this time of rebuild and change, our vision has been unwavering – we empower our community through connection to culture and family. All our activities are designed to contribute to a Redfern that is strong in its history, proud of its achievements, and economically self-sustaining into the future.
"Empowering our community through connection to culture and family"
Tribal Warrior are a non-profit community organisation relying on the community for both practical and financial support. Help make a difference today and show your support by making a donation.
"This group experience gives you a genuine perspective of what it means to be in these lands. You will be hard pressed to find a cultural tour like this with such hospitable staff with their expertise."
"Fantastic and authentic cultural experience that deepened our knowledge of Country. The dance performances were great. Highly recommended for Sydneysiders to get to know their own backyard! "
"Absolute recommendation! Lovely guides with lots of knowledge, everyone should learn about Aboriginal culture while in Australia, they do an excellent job!" Absolute recommendation! Lovely guides with lots of knowledge, everyone should learn about Aboriginal culture while in Australia, they do an excellent job!"
"I joined New Year Eve 2024 Cruise on Lady Northcott last night and really enjoyed the night. Thanks for putting together such a great event to ring in 2025."
"Did the New Year's Eve fireworks cruise with Tribal Warrior. The food was great, the drinks were cold and the scenery was incredible. Being on the water for the fireworks with no one blocking our view was awesome! The DJ was good, great people on the boat. We felt very comfortable. Position did allow all to see, especially those on the bow. Being part of the parade was neat and all the boats with the coordinated light show was a fun treat!!. Wouldn't hesitate to use them again as there was lots of room for everyone!!"
"Absolutely amazing. The entertainers, the food, the staff. Totally go for it. We had 40 people today for a private 60th. Definitely will book for my 60th. The crew were amazing.Made us feel so welcome. Never been on a better cruise than this. Loved every minute. Keep it up. You are marvellous. Xxxx"
"Delightful time on the harbour. Great for families and the crew were so lovely. Support this wonderful organization doing great things for their community!"
"Highly recommend supporting this org. The cruise was amazing. I learnt a lot, the hosts were informative and amusing. I've been telling everyone to book."
"Really really simple but incrediblly powerful presentation. Well organized with presenters sympathetic to their audience. Thoroughly recommend".
"Such a great cultural experience".
"Our entire group emjoyed the cruise!. We were a group of college students visiting from California and this experience did a great job of teaching some of the Aboriginal history of Sydney. The views of the harbour and Clark Island were also incredible. Of all the many harbour cruise offerings in Sydney, this is the best."
"After a lot of research we chose Tribal Warrior NYE cruise to see in the New Year while we were staying in Sydney and are 100% pleased we did! It was a totally amazing night and one we will never forget! From the moment we arrived to meet the boat, everything was extremely well organized and instantly we felt reassured it was going to be the best night ever! The food was absolutely delicious and the crew worked extremely hard to get it all out so quickly. In fact the crew were so friendly and amazing the whole night. The entire evening was so enjoyable, sailing up the river, being part of the smoking ceremony, the light parade, soaking in the atmosphere from the shores, itwas just all fantastic. There was a lovely atmosphere on the vessel. The entertainment was great. The fireworks were out of this world and we were in a prime position, making the whole experience one we will never forget! I really can't rate this experience enough - if you are thinking about it - do it - you will not regret it!"
"Great for couples, family and friends. Brother and sister led the way with a very informative and interactive tour. Lived here all my life and always enjoy learning more about traditional Aboriginal culture and heritage. They are the true caretakers of this wonderful country."
"Would highly recommend this cruise to visitors and Sydneysiders.Blake and Keara were awesome telling us about the cultural names and meanings of harbour landmarks, as well as cultural performance and education on Mei-Mei Island which has been handed back to Aboriginal ownership."
" The staff and crew were fantastic. Being on Sydney harbour and hearing some local history from an Aboriginal perspective was great. Being allowed on Goat Island and Mei-Mei was a priviledge."
"Thank you for having us on the Tribal Warrior 22 October 2024. We had a lovely time on your boat and it was very informative. Both Keara and Brock did an excellent presentation on Goat Island including us in the dancing and also having a special friendship with the magpies. I thought the crew did a great job."
"Tribal Warrior was very inclusive in relation to understanding that Aboriginal cultural differences was not identified, some practices were different from when I was brought up."
"I was fortunate to take a group of young Indigenous women on this cultural cruise as part of our program. This was a highlight for a lot of them. The cultural knowledge shared and delivery was beautiful! Your team has been fantastic with the planning and Ops team as well as the crew on board."
"A cruise on beautiful Sydney harbour, walking on Mei-Mei (Goat Island) and learning about the rich culture and history of the Gadigal people. Perfect!"
"Tribal Warrior cruise was a great way to experience the Sydney Harbour from the perspective of the Aboriginal history. Travelling to Goat Island and learning about the Gadigal people and history was well worth it. The cruise is not that long and the interactive piece while on the island was enjoyable and educational."
We acknowledge and pay respects to the First Nations People of Australia, the land in which we live and work. We recognise the strength, resilience and capacity of Aboriginal people and pay respects to elders past, present and emerging