We made it! Our first time travelling through Queensland and we were excited to see what Far North Queensland had to offer. Let’s just say we didn’t want to leave! Cooktown is a small coastal town, with a small population of 2500 local residence. It is also the last town before heading up to the cape peninsular.
The drive up the coast was fast. It took us three weeks and the further north we got the further we were falling in love with the tropical wonders of Queensland. We were in awe of the lush greenery, the smell of sugar cane and the abundance of swimming holes that were surrounded by rainforests. We had fallen head over heels in love with Far North Queensland!
We finally arrived in Cooktown and were taken back by how quiet this town was. We had imagined it being a larger town, bustling with tourists and boats. But that was far from the reality. The town was filled with friendly locals who were always willing to help. There was hardly a tourist or traveller in sight.
The water is a true reflection of just how beautiful FNQ is. The water is eyegasmic! It teases you and invites you in everyday but even walking too close to the shore can be dangerous. FNQ is inhabited with crocodiles and swimming in these picture perfect beaches can be dangerous. Through the months of November-March the stingers invade the waters too. The only thing to do is sit back and relax with a drink or have a fish.