2013 - APT Kimberley Wilderness Adventures

Indigenous Partnerships APT continues to forge relationships with the traditional land owners to keep the Kimberley pristine, preserve Aboriginal culture and nurture a flourishing Indigenous future. Respecting the Environment & Aboriginal Culture As a trusted and pioneering provider of life-enriching holiday experiences, APT has a dual responsibility to both our customers, and to the unique cultures and environments to which we take them. In fulfilling these responsibilities, we'll take you on an incredible journey into pristine ecosystems while you explore ancient traditions and cultures – and we'll leave them all intact. Partnering Wunan for a Sustainable Future Wunan was established in 1997 to drive long- term socio-economic change for Aboriginal people, and APT is proud of its partnership with this vital organisation. Through our touring program, financial investment and network of wilderness lodges in the Kimberley, we assist Wunan in several ways. Employment opportunities for local Indigenous people have been created by the construction, maintenance and operation of our wilderness lodges. By travelling with us, you are directly assisting the community development of the Kimberley's Indigenous population. See through Indigenous Eyes Not only will you benefit from staying in locations that boast remarkable landscapes, you may also be joined by local Aboriginal guides who'll offer invaluable insight into the region. They'll enlighten you with fascinating stories, leaving you with a greater appreciation for this ancient land. A classroom of the Kandiwal Community School www.kimberleywilderness.com.au 9 Enjoy Exclusive Access APT's relationship with Wunan and local traditional land owners enables access to special places. It has led to the construction of several permanent wilderness lodges and access to the land on which our lodges are established. This means you'll enjoy an experience that is only available to APT guests. Proudly Giving Back to the Local Community At APT, we take great pride and are devoted to help local Indigenous people, both young and old, reach their potential and pursue their goals. In 2012, we donated $250,000 to help with the running of a remote Indigenous community and educating the children in it. Of this, $60,000 went towards the cost of employing two teachers to help educate the school children of the Mitchell Plateau's Kandiwal community. And with plans to bring reliable electricity to this remote region, $190,000 was put towards a new power plant for the community. The talented artists of the Imintji community near Bell Gorge Wilderness Lodge have been able to follow their passion when we supplied them with art material this year. Our wilderness lodges provide exhibition spaces, giving you the chance to purchase their artwork, and help the artists fulfil their dreams. Choose your future

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