Launched in 2024, ATPAP is a trade training initiative designed to increase awareness of Aboriginal tourism experiences across the Northern Territory and strengthen connections between the travel trade and Aboriginal tourism operators.
The famil began in Darwin with a stay at the new Voco Darwin Suites, a sunset cruise aboard Cape Adieu and a day exploring Litchfield National Park with Ethical Adventures.
In East Arnhem Land, participants were welcomed onto Bawaka Homeland where they experienced fishing, mud crabbing and a traditional smoking ceremony. A highlight was spending time with Yolngu host Nathan Djerrkura, who shared his connection to Country while guiding the group through Yirrkala, including a visit to the renowned Buku-Larrnggay Mulka Art Centre.
Another standout was an overnight stay at Banubanu Beach Retreat on Bremer Island where the group experienced snorkelling, local food and the the sun setting over a beach with hardly another person in sight.
The famil concluded with a visit to Yanawal Units and a Healing on Country experience delivered by Dhimurru Aboriginal Corporation.
For all seven participants, it was their first visit to East Arnhem Land, making the experience particularly impactful.
