Wet, Clean and Green!
If you live in the tropics you expect a bit of rainfall at this time of the year and can appreciate the revitalization that the seasonal cycle brings to the environment.
Forgotten flowers reappear like long lost friends, new bird calls add to the morning chorus, the insects seem louder and nature just seems to have an extra spring in it’s step.
The most noticeable aspect is the lush green vegetation sprouting all around which makes you stop and think about the massive diversity of plants living on your doorstep – easy to take for granted in the dry months.
The best way to see the weird and wonderful species surrounding us is to take a hike in the rainforest – sure you get wet but wow what an experience at this time of year, you can almost see the growth happening before your eyes and it feels like you can taste the smells - a real assault on the senses.
There’s some great walks around Cooktown including through the Botanic Gardens or head out towards Helenvale, Rossville and Bloomfield for an incredible rainforest experience. Stay at Mungumby Lodge or Lion's Den Hotel in Helenvale or further down the Bloomfield Track near Bloomfield camp at Haley's Cabins.
The waterfalls are also in majestic form at this time of year. We are spoilt for choice with stunning cascades in the vicinity, take a guided tour with the Walker family at Bloomfield Falls, hike up to the remote Home Rule Falls (but be careful when the track is slippery), discover the locals’ favorite at Trevethan Falls or head out to Endeavour Falls on the road to Hope Vale.
So don’t be blue, be green and enjoy the amazing forces of nature in our tropical wonderland.
Have a look at www.cooktownandcapeyork.com for ideas on accommodation, tours and attractions in the Cooktown region
