Week 2: Townsville to Airlie Beach

The days continue to fly by, even while "on the road".  We spent 2 nights in Townsville and drove approximately 300km further South to Airlie Beach, where we stayed for 3 nights.


Townsville is primarily a small city centre, not really a touristy town.  We took a full day to visit the Billabong Sanctuary.  One of the most informative stops we've made so far.  There is a full day program that runs from 10am until 2:30pm, providing a fully guided tour of the sanctuary.  We learned about many of Australia's animals, whether they are pests or protected, they can probably be found there.  We fed birds, turtles, koalas and wallabies and watched the guides feed both salt water and fresh water crocodiles.  The best day!! 

Wombat

Feeding the young kangaroo

An awake Koala - a rare occasion

The baby Croc

A lucky photo op, he didn't stay still for long

"This is boring. I'm going back inside!"

The large male kangaroo, he was too aggressive for me. I stayed clear and fed Momma and her Joey

Feeding time for the turtles

We weren't allowed to feed the Crocs though...thank God...I'm not sure how I'd have kept Andre away!

This is why we are behind the fence

A good lunch, no doubt.

Another beautiful park with the Hippie!

Although there wasn't a great deal to be seen between Townsville and Airlie Beach, nothing could prepare us for the amazing view that would be awaiting as we came down the hill to the harbour.  AMAZING!!  More to come about that and our incredible 3 day sail through the Whitsundays.

Abel Point Harbour, Airlie Beach