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On March 9th, I hiked with Erin Matyak from Taronga Zoo to Balmoral Park.  This was about a 6 kilometer walk exploring natural bushland with spectacular views of the Mosman headlands.  The walk passes through former military bases, historic buildings …

Vicki (Hammie) says:
Sounds fascinating and very interesting. Todd would love seeing the military... more
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I usually run through the Sydney Royal Botanical Gardens 2 or 3 times a week.  Every month a different group of flowers will be blooming.  This time I also was able to get some cool shots of the flying foxes and really …

Debbie Montgomery says:
Absolutely beautiful pictures. Thanks for sharing. I love the orchids . The... more

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These are my favorite photos of the Daintree Discovery Tour. This tour company has exclusive access to Cassowary Falls.  It was a fun 4 wheel drive  trip in a vehicle that reminded me of the jeeps in M*A*S*H. In a …

Ray Delano says:
This time of years is the rainy season for Port Douglas and the Daintree area.... more
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it’s probably just the weather here today, but it looks cold. how was the... more

Daintree Ice Cream Company

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Another stop on the full day tour with Daintree Discovery Tours was the Daintree Ice Cream Company.  The ice cream is made with tropical fruit grown locally. The grounds and garden were very well maintained. Our guide pointed out the stinging …

 

Daintree Area – Weaver Ants

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As part of the tour we ate an ant or two.  Oddly, they kind of tasted like lemon/lime flavored potato chips.  Weaver ants to be specific.  

 

Daintree Area – River Cruise

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Another part of full day tour with Daintree Discovery Tours was the river cruise.  We spotted two crocodiles on this trip.  

 

Daintree Area – Mossman Gorge

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Walt and I went on a full day tour with Daintree Discovery Tours. Our guide was Neville Prentis.  He was fun and provided lots of local history.  I would recommend this tour.  It’s an easy one. The first stops included the …