Last year I did the first day of this trip, a taster it was called. I was so blown away by the taster and booked the full trip immediately I got back! 

Ive just completed the 7 day trip! It was a  journey on so many levels. We experienced walking on country, learning about Indigenous culture, hearing the creation and survival stories, tasting Indigenous cuisine, being welcomed in language and dance by local young Indigenous people and so much more. 

Beneath the surface it was a journey of deep emotions as stories were shared with us of the struggle through colonisation for survival of the people, the culture, the land and sky. I feel so humbled that our guides were so open to sharing their stories and deep connections to country, which has left me feeling so much more connected to the country i call home.

It was also a journey of our small group of people as we explored our feelings and the reality of how much we have to learn about our true history.

I am so grateful to all our amazing guides, and will carry what Ive learnt always with me, and stay with the truth. 

- Story Storry, Sydney

I recently booked the taster of the 5th Element Journey, hoping for a deeper understanding of Australia’s Aboriginal culture and history. What I experienced was far beyond what I could have ever imagined – so much more than I expected.

The journey took me from Sydney to Maroubra, La Perouse, the Blue Mountains, Mudgee, and Gulgong, and it was a deeply enriching experience at every turn. Along the way, we had the privilege of meeting with incredibly wise and generous Aboriginal Elders. They shared not only their profound knowledge of culture and tradition but also their deep love for the land and their unwavering passion to foster connection with all Australians and visitors. Their openness, inviting questions and engaging in meaningful dialogue, created an atmosphere of trust and understanding that I will never forget.

And just when I thought it couldn’t get any better, Mudgee offered an experience like no other. We were treated to an extraordinary Australian Native Foods Dining Experience with Sharon from Indigearth. Her five-course degustation was a feast for the senses—innovative, exquisite, and deeply connected to the land. But what made it truly special was Sharon herself. Her stories, her inspiration, and her joy in sharing her passion for native ingredients left me captivated. I could have listened to her for hours.

One of the most powerful aspects of this journey was Helen’s ability to weave all these experiences through the lens of the five elements. It was a truly profound way to connect us to the land, the people, and the knowledge passed down through generations. Tasting native Australia in such an intimate way led to a deeper realisation of our shared essence.

Thank you, Helen, for creating such a life-changing experience. I look forward to joining you on the full 5th Element Journey one day.

Martina – Melbourne, Victoria

I have been looking for a trip like this for years, an opportunity to experience the country through Aboriginal eyes. We were so warmly welcomed by Aboriginal elders who invited us to share their stories of culture, country and belonging. It left me feeling peaceful and connected. And the 5 course meal by IndigiEarth - was an absolute culinary adventure! Croc, emu and kangaroo with native herbs and spices - and the dessert!! As well, the enlightening and sometimes challenging conversations that sprung up between our group, I believe, helped us to better understand the country we all live in, and our place in it. Thank you Helen for creating this amazing journey and being such an awesome host. I will be joining you for the full week long tour next year.

- Sue Storry, Sydney