Gurrumurru

About Gurrumurru

History

Gurrumurru is located on the ancestral land of the Dhalwaŋu people. This well organised, culturally strong and cohesive coastal community enjoy fertile land with an excellent water supply. Fish, turtle and shellfish, as well as bush foods such as wallaby, buffalo and yams are a significant part of the local diet.

Getting here

By Road

• Gurrumuru is 153 kms from Yirrkala
• Travel time from Yirralka in 4X4 – approx. 3-3.5 hours, depending on weather and road conditions
• 4X4 is required to reach the homeland
• GPS Coordinates: -12.59180725132358, 136.2331392896842

By Air

• 41 kms flying out of Gove with Air Arnhem,  MAF Australia or Black Diamond Aviation

Private Land

Please note that Laynhapuy Homelands are private land and not to be visited without permission. Some homelands can be accessed with the appropriate permit, please contact us for more information

More Information

For more information on the best time to travel and road conditions, please visit the East Arnhem Land Website