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  • TravelerAustralien
    Day 76

    Welcome at the tip

    July 25, 2023 in Australia ⋅ ☁️ 25 °C

    A long and interesting day. Watching the aussies driving the trek makes me questioning everything. We decide to take the alternative road and stop at two waterfalls instead. We are crossing the Jardin River by (really expensive) ferry and decide to drive all the way up to the tip. We picked the perfect time!!
    Beeing at the most northern point feels unreal. We made it! I am so far away from my oringinal plan for Australia as even possible. But you know: Plans change and thats good. I have come so far and I am grateful for this journey.    Read more

  • TravelerSailing Melanesia to Africa
    Day 47

    Escape River • Turtle Head Island

    May 26, 2023 in Australia ⋅ ☁️ 26 °C

    Wir verkürzen unseren Weg zum Cape York seit Tagen immer in Sichtweite zur australischen Küste.

    Auch wenn ich mich wiederhole, an uns ziehen riesige mit Buschwerk bewachsene schlohweiße Sanddünen vorbei an die 40m hoch. Von weitem sieht es so aus als würde Schnee auf den Gipfeln liegen.
    Im Wasser legen wir unsere Route so, dass den verschiedenen Ausläufern des Barriereriffs ausgewichen werden kann und an uns ziehen ein bis zwei Frachter pro Tag in die selbe Richtung mit.

    Seit fünf Tagen haben wir keine menschlichen Siedlungen an der Küste entdeckt geschweige denn andere Yachties getroffen.
    Die täglichen Begegnungen mit den Delphinen werden schon zur Normalität und es ist jedesmal aufregend und faszinierend zu sehen, wie geschmeidig und anscheinend ohne Anstrengung schwimmend uns diese Tiere minutenlang im Pulk begleiten.

    Vor der Einfahrt in den Escape River am Sharp Point kommt uns zum ersten Mal ein Musikdampfer von P&O die Pacific Explorer entgegen die in Port Douglas am nächsten Tag ankommen möchte.
    Wir haben für diese Strecke eine Woche benötigt.

    In der Flussmündung erblicken wir erste Anzeichen von menschlicher Besiedlung eine Perlenfarm mit Richtfunkantenne an der Südseite der Insel Turtle Head. Nach der nächsten Biegung in dem Flusslauf ein Katamaran von den philippinischen Inseln der auch wie wir hier die Nacht ankernd Schutz sucht.

    Das Abendrot bei absoluter Stille ist einzigartig und morgen werden wir mit der Rundung von Cape York den nördlichsten Punkt Australien erreichen. Mit dem Weg nach Westen verlassen wir den Pazifik und das Korallenmeer und vor uns liegen dann die Torres Strait mit der Arafurasee und später der indische Ozean.

    Auf Thursday Island landen wir erstmals nach fünf Tagen wieder in der Zivilisation.    Read more

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  • Nancy Webb...Pat BonetarHash-Packing the World
    Day 395

    The Tip (Outback Trip Day 6)

    July 3, 2019 in Australia ⋅ ☀️ 82 °F

    Yesterday, five of us took the Toyota up the Roma Flat track. It was a really good thing the truck was 4 wheel drive! Loads of fun!

    This morning we all got up for brekky, then headed off for The Tip, the northern most point of Australia. Ten bikes went up and five of us went on the Toyota. The truck took the long way in the hardpacked road while the bikes headed up Roma. We met up and drove up to The Tip for a picture by the sign.

    After that, we headed to Somerset, where Steve's greatgrandparents are now buried. Their remains were returned a couple of years ago from Germany. They and nine other Aboriginals were "sent" (kidnapped) there to be "studied" (murdered) by Nazis. All were killed.

    We left there towards the east coast near Albany Island, where we hopped through the bush between five beaches. Stunningly beautiful waters and landscapes. We're at the last beach the truck could get to, and the bikes have just returned from the sixth beach. Yeehaw!!!

    So long [for now] and thanks for all the fish. ✌️    Read more

  • Aleja LopezAustralia
    Day 1

    Brisbane to Cape York

    June 14, 2017 in Australia ⋅ ☁️ 25 °C

    Después de terminar nuestra caminata en NZ( tengo que terminar de montar algunas fotos y historias) volamos a Brisbane Australia. Desde hace Aproximadamente 2 meses hemos recorrido parte de el territorio de Queensland en una 4x4 con una tienda de acampada en el techo (Aquí en Australia casi todos tienen un 4x4). El recorrido que hemos estado haciendo ha sido largo y a la vez hermoso, es increíble lo grande que es este lugar. Stefan ha estado disfrutando mucho manejando por terrenos rocosos y empinados. Hemos vistos cascadas, canguros( En su mayoría muertos en la mitad del camino) un par de cocodrilos, vacas, caballos y hermosos pájaros de distintos colores y especies. Antes de comenzar nuestro recorrido hacia "The Tip" el punto más lejano de el territorio de Queensland en Australia decidimos para por una semana en Cairns para buscar trabajo pero fue un poco difícil para Stef conseguir algo en IT y después de a una semana decidimos seguir nuestro camino hacia Cape York. El recorrido sobre caminos rojos y no muy bien mantenidos nos ha llevado a hermosas playas y ha ver un poco más de la cultura de los aborígenes australianos, en algunas partes esta prohibido tener alcohol pues los aborígenes tienen un gran problema con este. En el camino hacia la punta de Cape York paramos en una tienda de suvenires llamada The Croc Tent, allí adoptamos un pequeño cocodrilo al cual nombramos Capey, después de esta parada seguimos nuestro recorrido y si, lo hicimos hasta la punta de Cape York! Una ves allí decidimos tratar de pescar pero lo único que conseguimos fue ver una tortuga marina. En el camino de vuelta decidimos tratar el recorrido de las 5 playas, el recorrido tenia un par de lugares un poco dudoso para pasar con nuestro carro pero aún así Stef decidió intentarlo y su cara de felicidad lo decía todo,el estaba teniendo el mejor momento de este recorrido. Para finalizar el día y prácticamente nuestro recorrido por el territorio de Queensland decidimos celebrar con pizza y cerveza.. Próxima parada Darwin! :)Read more

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  • TravelerCape York 2022
    Day 24

    3 Island Tour - Roko Island

    August 24, 2022 in Australia ⋅ ⛅ 28 °C

    About 45mins and a bit of a rough trip, we made it to Roko Island. The jetty itself was wooden, kept afloat by drums, it was very pretty, but wobbly. We met Nigel, a very relaxed fella who told us to grab a drink if we wanted one, then he'd take us for a walk. So we did just that. He showed us around their new facilities and glamping tents, then down to the old stone jetty. Telling us stories about how he often goes crabbing there, for years in fact and one time he went down to check his traps, it was dark and a 3-4m crocodile had made its way into the mangroves to take his bait, said it scared the shit out of him, understandably. He gave us some local history about the island being a former pearl farm and with how labour intensive it is, it just isn't worth it these days. The island itself is only about 900m by 300m at its widest points. We headed back to the bar to relax while Nigel took a second boat group for a walk. A very relaxing spot, but unless you're a keen fisherman, I think we'd get a bit bored just chilling, we like to be on the go on holidays. About 20 minutes on the boat and we were back to Seisia, a bit rough again, they did say that they've have to cancel the tours for the next 2 days due to rough seas. They also said the last few days it's been very windy and overcast, so we picked the right day. On the ride back we saw what we thought was rain in the distance, then it kept getting closer and we could smell smoke. They've been backburning again we assume and we arrived to a very smoky Seisia. Noone seems overly concerned though, so we just went about our business. Back to camp to relax a bit, then we wandered over for to the Kiosk for dinner again, we decided on a pizza and salad to share, which we still couldn't finish. Bloody good though, again very busy in there but they're quick! Showers and the usual before bed.Read more

  • TravelerCape York 2022
    Day 20

    5 beaches drive

    August 20, 2022 in Australia ⋅ ⛅ 28 °C

    We headed to Somerset for the 5 beaches loop that stops off at a few historical sites along the way. The beaches were lovely and super windy, cant swim at any of them of course, but still a nice drive. Once we got back we attempted to do a load of washing, turns out, only 1 machine is working and there was a line up of piles of clothes. I decided on a nap, second of the trip, and ben reorganised the car and dried out the straps and bits that got wet over the last few days. It was our turn for washing, Ben put it on while I was waking up and we went through some photos. When the timer went off we headed for the laundry to hang out our load. The lady after Ben seemed to skip the line, he mentioned that there was a line up but she shrugged and said that the piles had been there all day. Well! Then began the laundry debacle. We were hanging ours out and there were a few loud, angry voices about whoevers load was in, skipped the line and they were not happy, understandably though. Down to the beach bar for a few drinks and dinner, tonight we had the fried cmembert bites, chicken pizza and pan fried mackerel, another great meal. Such a nice spot on the water, just relaxing. Finished dinner, threw our load in the dryer, grabbed a few drinks and watched the sunset on the beach. Shower time and the usual netflix before bed.Read more

  • TravelerCape York 2022
    Day 20

    To the Tip!

    August 20, 2022 in Australia ⋅ ⛅ 25 °C

    Up and moving as usual. We popped into the Corrugation Bar at our campsite to see what their breakfast options were. Ben grabbed a Bacon and egg roll while I got the corn fritters and haloumi. Good start to the day. Our first stop today was The Tip! Pajinka! Maybe half an hour north and we arrived. A few older blokes were on their way back down with a stubby holder and empty beers, it was just before 10am, they said it's tradition, so we followed suit and grabbed a Canadian club each. It was about 700m up and over rocks to the most northern point, not too difficult a walk, just glad we weren't doing it in the middle of the day. We took a few photos then had a seat and people watched. There weren't a heap at first, but more were coming the later it got. One bloke jumped in the water, he said everyone gets their photo, but noone swims at the northern point, fair point but I'd rather not risk being eaten haha. It was lovely in the sun with the breeze coming through. We eventually decided to head back, getting more photos on the way. When we got back to the car, a tour group was being lead through the water to the point, less climbing this way, but it depends on the tide/crocodile factor.Read more

  • TravelerCape York 2022
    Day 19

    Nolan's to Punsand

    August 19, 2022 in Australia ⋅ ☀️ 28 °C

    Nolan's (bridge creek) is the last crossing and known to have a very soft, sandy bottom, which claims a lot of vehicles each year apparently, woo! We watched 2 fellas go down who we saw at the Lions Den a few nights ago, the first one had no dramas, good news because that was the line we were planning on taking. His mate though, took a different path and got stuck in the water. Ben ran out to attach the snatch strap while his mate dragged him out. There was a fair bit of water in his car but he seemed pretty good about it. The L and P platers and their families went next, all good. Ben afterwards, also no dramas despite the depth. Peter was much slower but again no issues. We pulled up for a celebratory drink and lunch while watching some other groups come through, a few we've seen along the way. The last car got stuck, same drill, Ben attached the strap and the driver dragged him out. It was a fun, but nervewracking day at times. Less than an hour to the ferry, it's very quick over the Jardine River, it's only about 50m. We said our farewells and headed for our campsite at Punsand Bay after topping up the fuel at Bamaga. We set up and wandered down to the beach bar, such a great spot! We had a seafood pizza and calamari for dinner. Unintentionally a late night, had much to catch up on on the wifi after a few days without. The shower was soooo good, it's been a while! The fresh water swims were great, don't get me wrong, but not comparable to a hot shower.Read more

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