The Jumping Crocs..and who's scared of a snake!!

13 July 2011

We set out for our drive into the Mary River Wetlands well prepared. Insect repellant, sunscreen, hats, and lots of discussions about all the crocodiles around. The region we are visiting apparently has the highest concentration of salt water crocodiles in the world.  The kids really enjoyed the "Spectacular Jumping Crocodile Cruise" on the Adelaide River. A some what staged cruise.

We are all shuffled onto a double decker boat while someone dangles a piece of meat from the top deck. Any crocodile in the area comes swimming along that is close by to jump into the air and grab the blood soaked meat. The crocs are literally feet away as the jump out of the water. The commentary during this process is quite over the top but the kids did get a kick out of it!!

The kids also got to have a play or handle a Water Python. Lucas was quite the snake handler and was given the task of carrying the python back to it's quarters. Allanah couldn't quite come to grips with having the python around her neck but did opt to give the python a pat and be second in charge. 

We finally made it into the Wildman Wilderness Lodge late afternoon after a very eventful day. A bit of glamping for the next two nights. A chance to see some wonderful Australian wildlife we hope..