Cape York – Mapoon Beach Clean-up 2026

Where: Mapoon (departing from Cairns)
When: 13th to 21st June 2026
Register by emailing: ebony@tangaroablue.org

Join Tangaroa Blue Foundation, the Old Mapoon Aboriginal Corporation (OMAC), and the Mapoon Land and Sea Rangers as we head north to tackle marine debris on the beautiful beaches of Mapoon.

Over five days, we’ll roll up our sleeves to remove and sort debris, helping to keep this stunning coastline clean and contributing important data to the Australian Marine Debris Initiative (AMDI) Database. Together, we can protect the Cape York coastline from marine debris!

The Journey:
We’ll depart from Cairns early and travel as a group to Archer River, where we’ll camp for the night. With scenic stops along the way, there’ll be plenty of chances to snap some photos and stretch our legs before we arrive at Cullen Point—our base for the clean-up.

Schedule:

• Sat 13th June: Cairns > Archer River
• Sun 14th June: Archer River > Mapoon
• Mon 15th – Fri 19th June: Beach clean-up
• Sat 20th June: Mapoon > Hann River
• Sun 21st June: Travel to Cairns

Camping & Facilities:
We’ll be camping at Cullen Point, where facilities include toilets and cold showers. Be prepared for mosquitoes and sandflies—long sleeves and insect repellent are a must!

Tangaroa Blue will provide:

• Clean-up gear and equipment
• All meals during the five-day camp
• A rewarding and unforgettable experience

What to bring:

• Your personal camping gear (tent, mattress, sleeping bag, pillow, etc.)
• Sun protection and insect bite protection
• Refillable water bottle and your camera if you’d like to capture the journey!

Got a 4WD?
You’re welcome to join our convoy or meet us at Mapoon—just let us know when you register!

Limited seats available – register early to secure your spot!

We will be working on the traditional land and sea country of the Tjungundji People, and we pay our respects to Elders past, present and emerging.