Some of the top destinations along the east coast of Australia are really far from each other, so short pit stops in smaller towns are needed. Agnes Water was one of those stops.
With only a singe day available for activity, I undertook as much as possible. The town is most northern surfing point, as the Great Barrier Reef blocks the waves further north. It also has some of the most inexpensive surfing in the country; about 20 AUD (19 CAD) for 3 hours of lessons, including a surfboard and surfing shirt.
With crystal clear skies, I accompanied some friends from Fraser Island. It’s been years since I surfed in Costa Rica and was much harder than I recall, even more so because most of the time I was holding a GoPro stick. However I did manage to get enough footage to put together a little video. Sorry for the shakiness. Enjoy!
After that embarrassment, I grabbed my motorcycle gear and went on the most intense scooter tour! Yes, I said scooter. These puppies resembled Harleys, but had the firepower of a small scooter. I gladly accepted the underpowered machines, as it partially satisfied my motorcycle craving.
Joined by dozens, we were babied along several kilometers, slowing down to view wild kangaroos and wallabies scatter when approached. Then we snacked on tasty potato wedges and watched the sun set. With all the harley gear, I felt like a cool rebel. Almost.
