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30. juni 2025
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Cairns
30. juni 2025, Australien ⋅ ☁️ 22 °C
Landing in Cairns from Melbourne felt like stepping into another world. Arriving after midnight, the warm, humid air was a nice change. We quickly found ourselves caught in the hustle of trying to grab an Uber, waiting over 30 minutes without success. Eventually, we managed to settle into the hostel, excited for the morning.

At sunrise, we headed straight to Spaceship Rentals to pick up Moonbat, our trusty van for the road trip. Compact and ready to go, Moonbat felt like the perfect companion for exploring Australia's beautiful landscapes.

With keys in hand and adventure ahead, Cairns marked the exciting start of our journey.Læs mere
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Port Douglas
1. juli 2025, Australien ⋅ ☁️ 22 °C
Arriving in Port Douglas around noon, the drive along the coast was beautiful despite the bad weather that greeted us. Undeterred, we went for a long stroll on the expansive 7km beach, building up quite an appetite. After lunch, we had some playful moments trying to shake coconuts loose from the palm trees, adding a bit of fun to our cloudy day.Læs mere
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Mossman Gorge
1. juli 2025, Australien ⋅ ☁️ 22 °C
Later, we arrived at Mossman Gorge just a bit too late for the last scheduled bus up. Luckily, the friendly bus driver gave us a ride up for free, making our day even better! We enjoyed a peaceful walk along the river, discovering some hidden, off-the-grid spots. As dusk approached, we made our way back down to Moonbat and headed back to Cairns to settle in for the night.Læs mere
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Green Island Tour
2. juli 2025, Australien ⋅ 🌬 22 °C
Our morning started with an unexpected wake-up call. A parking officer tapping firmly on our window, giving us a warning for overnighting in a Cairns parking lot. After a quick laugh and a stretch, we headed straight for the harbour, ready for a day at Green Island.

A breezy ferry ride later, we arrived at the island’s inviting shores. Snorkelling alongside gentle sea turtles was a peaceful highlight, even if the reef wasn’t the most vibrant we'd seen. It was a simple reminder that beauty often lies in these quieter moments.Læs mere
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Babinda Boulders
3. juli 2025, Australien ⋅ ☀️ 15 °C
Switching things up, we settled in for the night at a free campground south of Cairns, close to the Babinda Boulders. It turned out to be packed, with facilities that definitely left room for improvement—but hey, free camping!

We woke to a humid, peaceful morning surrounded by lush rainforest—perfect for an early walk, followed by a refreshing dip in the crystal-clear river. To top off the tropical vibes, we cracked open a coconut we'd found laying around, enjoying our unexpected breakfast. Fully energized, we hopped back into Moonbat, ready for the drive south towards the Whitsundays.Læs mere
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Spa Pool
3. juli 2025, Australien ⋅ ☀️ 21 °C
On the way south, we stopped for lunch at the Spa Pools, a hidden gem near Cardwell. These small, off-the-grid water basins felt like our own private paradise, with crystal-clear water shimmering beautifully in the sunlight. It was the perfect scenic spot to pause, relax, and soak up the tranquility before continuing toward the Whitsundays.Læs mere
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Bowen
4. juli 2025, Australien ⋅ ☀️ 21 °C
We camped along the Bruce Highway, enjoying the simplicity of another night under the stars.

By afternoon, we'd reached Horseshoe Bay and decided to stretch our legs with a scenic hike that connected Murray Bay, Rose Bay, and Grays Bay. The trail rewarded us with stunning lookouts overlooking secluded beaches and vibrant blue waters.

After soaking in the views, we hopped back into Moonbat, excited to continue our journey toward Airlie Beach.Læs mere
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Whitsundays
5. juli 2025, Australien ⋅ ⛅ 22 °C
We kicked off our day at Airlie Beach with ZigZag Tours, ready for another adventure. The morning started with snorkeling at the coral reef, swimming alongside colorful fish and vibrant corals, followed by a relaxed lunch onboard with ocean views all around.

In the afternoon, we arrived at the famous Whitehaven Beach, spending some chilled-out time on its incredibly soft, white sands before hiking up to a lookout. Although the views were beautiful, we felt a bit let down by the tour, as we didn't get to visit the iconic lookout overlooking the stunning swirling sands and turquoise waters Whitehaven is famous for. Still, it was hard not to appreciate the natural beauty of this remarkable place.Læs mere
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Calliope River Rest Area
7. juli 2025, Australien ⋅ ☀️ 20 °C
We spent the night at a rest area worth mentioning. Free, tucked away from the highway, and surprisingly peaceful despite the traffic nearby. Waking up there felt like being in the middle of nowhere, surrounded by birdsong and the rustle of wildlife in the trees. A word of caution, though: this close to the coast, crocodiles aren’t far off, so keeping an eye out is part of the adventure.Læs mere
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Rainbow Beach
7. juli 2025, Australien ⋅ 🌙 19 °C
After two long days of driving, we finally found the perfect spot to rest—a simple campsite north of Rainbow Beach, just $15 a night. Perched right on the shoreline, it offered incredible views across the water to K’Gari. Falling asleep to the sound of the waves felt like the reward we needed after covering so many miles on the road.Læs mere
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K'Gari / Fraser Island
8. juli 2025, Australien ⋅ ⛅ 15 °C
We spent the day exploring K’Gari Island, and it easily became one of the highlights of the trip. Our first stop was Lake McKenzie, with its unbelievably clear water and powdery white sand perfect for a refreshing swim. From there, we wandered through the rainforest at Central Station, once home to the island’s old timber industry, before heading to the coastline to see the famous shipwreck lying dramatically on the beach.

Along the way, we spotted whales migrating offshore and even caught glimpses of wild dingoes roaming freely. The mix of pristine nature, wildlife, and history made the day unforgettable. We loved every moment of it.Læs mere
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Whale watching at Sunshine Coast
9. juli 2025, Australien ⋅ ☀️ 24 °C
After our K’Gari trip, we went on a short whale-watching tour, just a couple of hours out at sea. At first, we weren’t too impressed. The whales were far in the distance, barely breaking the surface. But things quickly turned around when one of them started breaching over and over, right near the boat.

For nearly twenty jumps, it put on an incredible show, and I managed to capture some amazing shots. What started off as underwhelming ended up being one of the most memorable moments of the trip.Læs mere
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Brisbane
10. juli 2025, Australien ⋅ ☀️ 21 °C
Brisbane turned out to be a pleasant surprise: quiet, green, and so far my favorite city in Australia. I’m not sure I’d say the same in the middle of summer, but in this season it felt just right.

We spent the morning walking through the Botanical Gardens and wandered over to Kangaroo Point for views of the river and skyline. For lunch, we stopped at The Prawnster, a family-run spot where you sit on a boat and eat fresh local prawns straight from the source a true local treat.

By evening, it was time to say goodbye to the east coast as we caught a flight to Perth, ready to kick off the next chapter of our month-long trip.Læs mere
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