Orion Expedition Cruise May 2006

In May I accepted a contract to work on the Expedition Team of the Orion for two cruises in the remote Kimberley region of Northern Australia. We used inflatable Zodiacs to get to shore and explore rock art sites, isolated beaches, caves and amazing river systems. In the evening our team entertained the guests with lectures on wildlife, geology and Aboriginal culture. I will be doing another cruise in September - email if you want to find out more. It was simply SPECTACULAR and a very comfortable base to do it from.

Ship to shore excursion

 

Hiking to the top of King George Falls

I am the one behind the camera carrying the defib in my backpack! 

King George River -- at the Top!

Yes, thats a bush hibiscus in my hair! The hike to the top of the falls is well worth the effort. 

..........and from the bottom

 

Croc sunbaking in the Hunter River - Kimberley W.A

This lovely saltwater croc allowed us to get up close while we were exploring the Hunter River in Zodiacs from the Orion. 

Orion visits Kuri Bay and look what we find!

 

Paspaley Pearls - Kuri Bay

 

Strange birds in the Kimberley

 

Orion Expedition Team - May/ June 2006

I spent three weeks with these fine fellows running ship to shore excursions on Zodiacs with some remarkable guests.
We saw crocs, sharks, lots of birds, rock art and numerous wonderful things.
We bounced across the ocean, went up remote rivers, shared a red at night - and became mates. 

Loyalty to the Orion Expedition Team

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