Magnetic Island National Park Mount Paluma, Magnetic Island Mount Paluma rises to an elevation of 322 metres on Magnetic Island. It's only rival there is Mount Cook (493 metres), and together, these two peaks are the only official mountains on the entire island. Many did not even know this peak – Mount Paluma existed!
French Polynesia Afareaitu Waterfalls (’Āfareaitu Cascades) There are many waterfalls in the Āfareaitu local, however, the two main tourist attractions are Vaioro Falls (a.k.a. Afareaitu Cascade) and Putoa Falls (a.k.a. Atiraa Falls). Both are worth seeing, even when they are just trickles in winter.
French Polynesia Mount Atiati Mount Atiati (749 m), also written as Mont Atiati, is located close to the centre of the island of Mo'orea. The land around Mount Atiati is hilly and is mostly
French Polynesia Mount Mou'apū Mount Mou'apu, also written Moua Pū, is 762 m in elevation and can be recognised by its iconic archway on it's eastern ridge and it's pyramid-like shape. Mt Mou'apu archwayThe
French Polynesia Mount Mou'aroa (Shark's Tooth) Mo'orea has many iconic peaks and despite the relatively low altitude, the mountains are among the most vegetated and rugged in the world. Due to the loose soil, vegetated natures,
French Polynesia Mount Ruahiti Mount Ruahiti is a peak and is located in Mo'orea, French Polynesia and is 510 meters above sea level, or 76 meters above the surrounding terrain. It is about 0.
French Polynesia Mount Tamartoofa Mount , also written as Tamaru toofa, is at an elevation of 916 m and is the Tefeo Valley. It is currently unsummited. Much like the rest of Mo'orea, the mountain
French Polynesia Mount Tohiea Mount Tohive'a, also spelt Tohi'e'a, Tohiea, and Tohivea, is a volcanic peak and the highest point on the island of Mo'orea in French Polynesia at 1,207 metres and is
French Polynesia Mount Mou'aputa Mount Mou'aputa (830 m) is fourth highest peak on the island of Mo'orea and is something surreal. The peak can recognised from the iconic hole near it's summit.
French Polynesia Mount Rōtui Mount Rotui (899 m) is located on the north side of the island between Opunohu and Cook's Bays. It's a strenuous hike but efforts are well-rewarded with scenic views of the island.
French Polynesia Hikes on Mo'orea Island, French Polynesia Many of the hikes on Mo'orea start in the lush Opunohu Valley where you are surrounded with unique mahogany trees, giant bamboo, and tropical flowers. In the north, Mount Rotui
French Polynesia Mountain Biking Trails on Mo'orea Island, French Polynesia There is an extensive trail network on Moorea and modern signposts and markers have been installed in 2016. There is a good map of both cycling and hiking trails on
French Polynesia What to do on Mo'orea Island, French Polynesia Mo'orea, also spelled Moorea, is a South Pacific island that is part of French Polynesia and is often visited by sailboats. It's known for its jagged, volcanic mountains, white sandy
Orpheus Island National Park What to do on Orpheus Island Orpheus Island is located off of North Queensland's coast within the Shire of Hinchinbrook and is part of the Palm Island Group that is 110 km north of Townsville and 45 km east of Ingham. Orpheus Island is a National Park and part of the Great Barrier Reef World Heritage Area.
Greater Palm Group What to do on Great Palm Island Great Palm Island is also known as Palm Island or, by the Aboriginal name, Bwgcolman. It's a tropical island with an area of 55 km2 and has a community of about 3,000 people.
Magnetic Island National Park Mount Cook, Magnetic Island Just 8 km off the coast from Townsville lies Magnetic Island. Mount Cook is the highest point on the island. There are several routes, however, Duck Creek is the easiest route which follows the creek all the way to the summit.
Cambodia Why Koh Rong Samloem has to be on your Cambodia itinerary Koh Rong Samloem was one of our Cambodia highlights. However, it was one of these places that we did not plan on going to. We had planned to visit Koh
Townsville How to spend a perfect day on Magnetic Island Finally! Ever since I've seen the pink topless cars overtaking me effortlessly while I struggled riding my bike up the hill on Magnetic Island, I wanted to once be the
Townsville Exploring Magnetic Island by Boat On Saturday we started early (7 am) at the boat ramp in Townsville to spend a day on the water. Luen's friend, Daniel, owns a boat and invited us out.
Hinchinbrook Island National Park Thorsborne Trail - South to North - a hidden treasure So last weekend we finally packed our bags and went out to Hinchinbrook Island for four days to hike the Thorsborne Trail. I had never done a multi-day hiking before
