
Cape Tribulation Queensland
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IF BBM was Captain Cook and our ship had just ran aground off the shores of a new land, the place would probably be called Cape Sonofabitch. Luckily we’re not Cook and he made the better choice of Cape Tribulation. The irony is clear now that despite Captain Cook’s admission that Cape Tribulation is so called “because here began all our troubles,” it is probably one of the most relaxed and tranquil places in the world. Famed for its ancient rainforest, sandy shores and rugged mountains, this is a natural orgy for your senses.
But don’t be fooled, Cape Trib isn’t only an endless forest where you’ll be expected to shit outdoors and live off the land. It’s actually one of the most popular day trips and only 100km north of Cairns. Although rainfall can be worse than an Irish summer at times, BBM was lucky enough to escape the tears from above even though we went during the wet season (great planning). Something we were told too late was that during wet season (December – June), you should never go swimming in the sea due to the sizeable population of non-cuddly animals – especially at night. Now, we have never professed to be geniuses, but we will offer a bit of advice for you based on some of our experiences. Attempting to carry a female into the sea for a nighttime skinny dipping session and some type of drunken mating ritual will result in regret. And be sure not to mistake the poor girl’s screams of warning for flirtatious squeals of delight.
It would be hard to imagine such a place if you haven’t seen it yourself, Cape Tribulation is truly beautiful – but there is so much more to it than its appearance. For starters, you might have heard of the Great Barrier Reef which is only 19kms east of Cape Trib. As extraordinary an experience as the reef is, we had already spent our well-borrowed money on a dive in Cairns. But fear not, we were left with a host of other tantalizing choices – Guided night walks, 4-wheel drive tours, horse riding, kayaking, jungle surfing, and crocodile tours are all available.
Out of pure curiosity and the chance to do something completely original while taking in all that Father Nature has to offer, BBM chose Jungle Surfing. The staff is all very friendly and professional so you don’t ever feel uncomfortable as you dangle from high above the rainforest floor.Zip lines allow you to move up and down the trees to see the forest life like few other humans can. It really reminded us of when we were monkeys before evolution kicked in. It’s a great adventure activity for all ages and no experience is required so even you can do it!
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Ferntree Hostel, Cape Tribulation
Ferntree hostel offers a tranquil base to relax and explore. Just a short walk to the local bar (PKs Jungle Bar), restaurants, food store, pharmacy, bat house, and the white sands of Myall Beach. Access the rainforest with a day or night tour, check out the Great Barrier Reef with an Ocean Safari reef tour (only 25 minutes to reef); discover the Dubuji boardwalk, surf the tree tops with Jungle surfing, explore the famous Cape Tribulation Beach lookout and the plethora of hiking trails.
Dorm beds from $28 per person. Private Cabins from $56 per person.
www.ferntreehostel.com.au
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