A must on Rick's vacation "to do" list was to see crocodiles, so off we headed to "Hartley's Crocodile Adventures" to see Estuarine (or saltwater) Crocs.
The very helpful Queensland Government posted this sign. Seriously, may cause injury???
We piled into a small (and very low to the water) boat, where we received a stern lecture about staying still and under no circumstances, standing up. The guide assured us that if even one person stood, he'd turn the boat and we'd go right back. I admit, my grip on Jacob and Jane tightened considerably, then we were off. It wasn't long before we spotted a few crocs.
The guide hung chicken heads on a rope over the edge of the boat, and the crocodiles shot out of the water to get them. I was amazed at how high the could come out of the water, and how fast they moved.
The most surprising thing for me though, was the LOUD clapping sound as their jaws clamped shut. Such power. I never, ever want to be in the water with one of these guys.
4 comments:
These are great pictures. Maybe I do want to try going up north while we live here. Although I don't want to support all of the chicken carnage!
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I am not sure I would even be in the boat by these guys!
Tania, they are great photos! Move over Bindi Irwin...
North Queensland is an amazing place and extremely beautiful but crocs are one reason I was always worried about swimming up there. :)
Amazing Creatures though.
COOL PICTURES! What a great adventure to have. :-)
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