Our Jet Ski Safari

For my birthday pressie Syd booked us in an 'eco-jet ski safari' where we got to play in the waves on new fabulous jet skis and tour with them down a tidal river.

We left from a beautiful eco resort (where they served us a sweet steak sandwich for lunch) for our jet ski adventure with just us and a guide (and his mate). 

We had to wear stinger suits to protect our skin from any jellyfish, but they were lycra bodysuits (tight) that made me feel like I should be in flashdance.  Surprisingly they were quite comfortable. ;o)

I have never been on a jet ski before so I wanted to be the first to drive (below).  That is mini Ben Lomond behind us.  I made Syd sit behind me (put him in the passenger seat for once) and we jetted off through the waves. It was scary at first but I got the hang of it and was soon at top speed bouncing through the waves.  We caught some serious air on some of the big waves. woo hoo!The next part of the trip Syd drove but it was more tame. We travelled down a calm river and were on the lookout for marine life (sharks, crocs, dolphins, etc) and birdlife.  We didn't see any marine life other than a few jumping fish, but we did see some cool crabs (two types) and massive sea eagles searching for their prey.  It was a chill afternoon on the river and the Syd had the reins on the way back and we hit MORE air. 

They bought us free beer for my bday and we had a swim in the warm saltwater eternity pool before watching the sun go down at the resort.

On the drive back we saw many cane toads crossing the road, saw a roo (with a joey!) in the bush, and a dingo, and lastly these 2 wallabies right beside the road!  Sweet.

What a fun day out in the Aussie wilderness. Thanks honey!