Day 7: "Bit of a Hoot"

Noel, our amazing tour guide for the day, picked the 4 of us up at our hotel at 6:30 AM. We were about to embark on an all-day tour of Fraser Island. We hopped in a pretty fancy SUV that was prepped for beach and bush driving. Right away Noel was teaching us interesting facts about Fraser Island and the places we were passing on the way.

Fast Fraser Island facts: It is the largest sand island in the world, and it is the only sand island with a rainforest growing on it.

Before our ferry arrived to take us to the actual island, we parked on the beach for morning coffee, mimosas, and treats. Not a bad start to the day! As soon as we drove off the ferry and onto the beach of Fraser Island, we saw a Dingo our scavenging for food. Noel sped along the beach, dodging the incoming waves, even getting up to 120 km/hour! He took us through rainforest, walked us along the most prestine stream, showed us plants that were 3,000 years old, and pointed out the wildlife along the way.

At lunchtime, we took a dip in Lake McKenzie. The color of the water was amazing, especially against the white sand beach. While we swam and took photos, Noel set up our catered lunch, with wine and all! By the time we were dropped off at our hotel doorstep, we were tired but more than pleased with our adventures on Fraser Island.

Dinner at a local Thai spot ensued, and Jesse challenged me to a Curry-Off, where we had to eat spoonfulls of the spiciest curry dish until the other one caved. I think a free beer was on the line - I gave in once I started to feel a little lightheaded.

*Noel liked using terms, such as "bit of a hoot!" I can't remember the others at the moment...