Into the jungle

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We packed up all our things at Port Douglas and drove round to find an ATM as we were down to our last $10 of Australian money. We were going to have to use a ferry as part of the next stage of the journey so we needed some cash.

We drove north towards the Daintree river, where we were hoping to get a cruise. On the way we passed field after field of sugar cane. Then we came to the Daintree river cruising spot, which was like sort of a dusty car park with about 5 or 6 tented places all offering cruises of various types. We picked an electric cruise which had a croc-cam on board which was basically a TV connected to a video camera that he could focus on things and zoom in to show you various bits of wildlife. It could also show pictures from previous expeditions in case he wanted to show us something we didn't get to see.
We were soon introduced to a number of crocodiles, an older male called Scarface, a very young hatchling and then some of Scarface's girlfriends. We also got to see a couple of tree snakes and various mangroves.

Then we continued on the journey taking the ferry which was a bit of a highlight as it was one of the few tomtom instructions we'd never heard, so we played it in various voices!

Then we drive a bit further up to Cape Tribulation which was to be our home for the next two days. Its a bit far out there, no mains electricity, and we were in the middle of a rain forest, in an apartment on stilts. It was really hot outside, and no air conditioning inside, but a couple of ceiling fans kept it pretty cool inside. We then explored the local beach which had lots of coconut palms on it. We then went up the road to a resteraunt and swimming pool for our evening meal.

Then back home in very dark conditions to our villa (no vehicles you have to walk along the footpath). We'd forgotten to take the torch they provide for you, so we had to sort of feel for the track in some parts. The villas have no glass windows, just netting so you can here all the sounds of the jungle throughout the night. We also found two lizards in the villa, one was in the shower, and another hiding under the kettle but it ran into the wardrobe.

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Photos

On the electric boat
Croc-cam visible at the back

The beach
A bit crowded, but we managed

Comments

[Sue Morris]

scarface
This is getting seriously scary now. How could you ever have a shower again without flashbacks! Brill to hear all about your adventures as they happen - and piccies too!! Love GS

[rosemary]

Reminds me of the time we were in Africa, and walking back after dark to a cabin, and something cracked to the side of the path. We nearly jumped out of our skins!! And the grounds of that place had armed guards around. DO be careful on your own! What a holiday! You will be so glad you did it now you are young. Love Aunties S &R

[A Audrey]

speachless
Have just read 5 entries and am up to the Barrier Reef but our internet connection is abit dodgy so I have to add my comment after this one. I have always wanted to go to that part of Australia so am enjoying the next best thing. But I will be eager to hear all about it when you get back.Take care of each other L of Love A + T xxxx

[Romano Family]

jungle
Hi, The jungle looked amazing but the crocodile just looked FREAKY. Have a great time! The Romano Family

[Miss B]

Great pics!
He he he he - I saw Scarface too. He's a grumpy old thing isn't he?! I stayed in the same place in Cape Trib too - the wooden huts were cool. Can't say I remember seeing lizards though! Miss B xx