Airlie Beach |
| Thursday, 10 January 2008 00:00 |
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Airlie Beach is a popular small town situated on the east coast of Australia. With the Great Barrier Reed being not too far away, scuba diving classes are provided by experienced professionals and the offer for undersea jaunts is rich. However you must remain very cautious as the sea is infested with jellyfishes for the most part of the year. To memorize everything, do not forget to bring a waterproof digital camera. The photos may not be as beautiful as some postcards but they will bear your personal touch.You can also go on some excursions to observe and admire will the whales. Being face to face with the biggest marine mammal is an unforgettable experience. Another very impressive adventure is a sea kayak tour. It is possible to rent the kayaks and go sea kayaking – alone or in a group - on the Pacific Ocean. Do not forget to protect your skin and use a high factor sunscreen. The Australian sun can be very intense and the sun’s harmful effects are increased by the reflections on water. Extreme sports fans will also be delighted by the activities offered at Airlie Beach. The parachute tandem jump leaves unforgettable memories, and majority of those who tried it once long for new jumps, new portions of adrenalin and new emotions. You will never forget the moment when your instructor pushes you out of the door and when you start your descent to 8000 feet. Another quieter alternative is to discover the Great Barrier Reef from the sky aboard a small plane. To get back on your feet again after all of these great sensations, take your rental car and drive Cannonvale. Hiking excursions are organized towards the islands Whitsunday where you can bask on sugar white beaches. Most of the islands of the archipelago are part of the Whitsunday National Park. From July to October, you will have the chance to observe humpback whales. The whales come from the arctic waters to Australia where they give birth. Around Cannonvale there is the Conway National Park as well as the Barefoot Bushman's Wildlife Park in which one should not miss the crocodiles’ dinner. The Cape Hillsborough National Park is a place of contradictions. Indeed you will find fine sand beaches and its valleys on which eucalyptus grow. Kangaroos rub elbows with lizards which wander beside the hikers. The park is accessible via car via the Hillsborough Cap Tourist Resort where the road ends. Do not forget to bring a map and gather information about the region before going on the adventure. Also make sure you bring necessary equipment with you such as a bottle of water, sunglasses and a hat to protect yourself from dehydration as well as some good hiking shoes to protect yourself from bugs and snakes bites. Animals are usually more afraid of humans that the opposite except if they sense that humans are more scared. Well-prepared, you will benefit from everything during your hiking. The Cape Hillsborough National Park offers different itineraries with excellent viewpoints such as the Andrews Point Track which allows you to admire the landscape. To end the day, several restaurants, bars and night clubs of Airlie Beach are open until late in the night. Have a great stay in Airlie Beach!
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