Category Archives: Australia

The Daintree River is home to a large number of salt water crocodiles (‘salties’) that can be easily observed by taking one of the organised spotting tours. These animals – the largest reptiles on the planet, are of huge proportions up to 5 metres in length. Highly territorial, they will attack anything that they feel […]

The Noosa Heads Coastal walking track takes in the classic surf spots of the Noosa World Surfing Reserve. From Noosa Main beach you’ll pass by First Point, Little Cove, the Boiling Pot, Tea Tree Bay and Granite Bay before reaching Hells Gates. From there you can continue down Alexandria Bay towards Sunshine beach, or do […]

The Cairns Turtle Rehabilitation Centre is now based on Fitzroy Island on the Great Barrier Reef, around an hours boat trip from Cairns. Daily tours of the centre are available by booking at the resorts reception desk for those staying on the island, or from the general store next to Roxy’s bar on the way […]

A steep climb to the top for fantastic views!

The allied rock-wallaby is an endemic breed to to Queensland, that is easily observed on Magnetic Island. Where to find the rock wallabies The spot is easily accessed by taking the bus to Arcadia (there’s only one bus route on Maggie – see Magnetic Island Travel) and heading south out onto the headland next to […]

A must do whilst on Maggie!

North Stradbroke Island is an easy day trip from Brisbane using public transport and no need for expensive tours to get there.