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<fontiiiiiiii face="Arial, Verdana"><span style=": Arial, Verdana; : 12px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; line-height: normal;">Beautiful Babinda, boasting the highest rainfall in Australia, is nestled in the picturesque valley between Queensland?s two highest mountains; Mt Bartle Frere and Mt Bellenden Kerr, situated in World Heritage listed Wooroonooran National Park. Permanently flowing mountain streams provide a rare opportunity to experience the beauty of Mother Nature?s masterpiece. Hire some kayaks and embark on a one way Self Tour down these amazing waters. Babinda Creek?s pristine, crystal clear water is teeming with fish, turtles and the elusive Platypus. Don?t miss the opportunity to enjoy a fantastic experience without breaking the bank. ?Let the gentle current take you downstream, take on a couple of mini rapids (or ripples!) along the way, stop on a sandy beach for a snack and a swim, then float downstream to your pick-up point.</span><div style=": Arial, Verdana; : 12px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; line-height: normal;"><fontiiiiiiii face="Arial, Verdana"><span style=": 12px;"><br></span></fontiiiiiii></div><div style=": Arial, Verdana; : 12px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; line-height: normal;"><fontiiiiiiii face="Arial, Verdana"><span style=": 12px;">This could be just about the most relaxing kayaking trip you will ever experience!</span></fontiiiiiii></div><div style=": Arial, Verdana; : 12px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; line-height: normal;"><fontiiiiiiii face="Arial, Verdana"><span style=": 12px;"><br></span></fontiiiiiii></div><div style=": Arial, Verdana; : 12px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; line-height: normal;"><fontiiiiiiii face="Arial, Verdana"><span style=": 12px;">Frequently Asked Questions:</span></fontiiiiiii></div><div style=": Arial, Verdana; : 12px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; line-height: normal;"><fontiiiiiiii face="Arial, Verdana" style=": 12px;"><fontiiiiii face="Arial, Verdana">A map is provided of the Creek illustrating the start point and the pick-up point. The pick-up point is about three hours paddling downstream and is very easily found (it?s a free caravan/camping site just after the third and fourth overhead bridges you pass). You can?t miss it. So it?s very easy ?just phone us on your mobile when you are there and we will come and collect you ? no fuss.</fontiiiii></fontiiiiiii></div><div style=": Arial, Verdana; : 12px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; line-height: normal;"><fontiiiiiiii face="Arial, Verdana" style=": 12px;"><fontiiiiii face="Arial, Verdana"><br></fontiiiii></fontiiiiiii></div><div><fontiiiiiiii face="Arial, Verdana"><fontiiiiii face="Arial, Verdana"><div style=": Arial, Verdana; : 12px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; line-height: normal;">What's Babinda Creek like for kayaking along?</div><div style=": Arial, Verdana; : 12px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; line-height: normal;">Babinda Creek is a permanently flowing mountain stream. Water flow varies in height and current depending on recent rainfall. After good heavy rains, once the creek clears, paddling is almost discouraged! As the water flow provides the perfect pace for travelling downstream. Paddling too much may mean you get to the end faster than you would like. After long periods without rain, you may encounter occasional (but brief) shallow areas and logs etc which can be negotiated around. If you need to get out, it will only be for a few steps to lift the kayak over some shallow pebbles.</div><div style=": Arial, Verdana; : 12px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; line-height: normal;">It is otherwise a matter of paddling downstream with the creeks gentle current. If you go in, it will usually be because your kayak has snuggled up against a log sideways and the current slowly tips your kayak over, these areas are usually shallow and you will probably be ready to go in anyhow!</div><div style=": Arial, Verdana; : 12px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; line-height: normal;"><br></div><div style=": Arial, Verdana; : 12px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; line-height: normal;">The kayaks we provide are ideal for Babinda Creek?s conditions and allow easy gliding over most shallow areas even when the creek is low. They are stable and very easy to manoeuvre. You will encounter the occasional mini rapid or ?ripple? where the level of the creek drops slightly. These are easy and fun, your kayak will follow the main water flow and take you for a little ride.</div><div style=": Arial, Verdana; : 12px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; line-height: normal;"><br></div><div style=": Arial, Verdana; : 12px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; line-height: normal;">There are many deep swimming holes along the way, and plenty of spots you can stop for some lunch or a swim or even explore. Snorkeling is also popular with many fish to spot. Ask about our fantastic ?Drift Snorkel Circuit? ? the water temperature is just perfect as the cool mountain water is warmed in the sun over mostly shallow creek bed ? you wont want to get out! You will see many fish along the way, some turtles and birdlife and if you are lucky, a platypus. Babinda Creek?s waters are crystal clear and unless the water level is unusually high (after much rain) or you are passing deep holes, you will be able to see through to the bottom the entire way. The relaxing, peaceful sound of nature will follow you most of the way.</div><div style=": Arial, Verdana; : 12px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; line-height: normal;"><br></div><div style=": Arial, Verdana; : 12px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; line-height: normal;"><div><span style=": 12px;">What about kids?</span></div><div><span style=": 12px;">This is a perfect recreational activity for the whole family. We recommend that children be at least 5 years old and able to swim. Children should be old enough and adventurous enough to fall in (or be pushed in) as navigating around logs and negotiating small rapids presents a reasonable chance for falling in. Smaller kids can easily share an adults kayak for no extra charge (let us know and we?ll reserve the best suited kayak for you). Larger kids (starting at about 8 years) often prefer a kayak of their own. They love it for the adventure, fish life and swimming, adults love it for the serenity and relaxing scenic paddle.</span></div><div><span style=": 12px;">Very small rapids (better described as ?ripples?) add that element of fun and excitement along the way. There?s no paddling back home against the current either, just let the current take you through the valley to the finish point where we will come and pick you up. Our views on children?s level of participation are flexible as we trust the parents to be the best judges of their capabilities. Please note; Parents/Guardians will need to sign a liability waiver on behalf of their children in order for them to participate.</span></div></div><div style=": Arial, Verdana; : 12px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; line-height: normal;"><span style=": 12px;"><br></span></div><div><div style=": Arial, Verdana; : 12px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; line-height: normal;"><span style=": 12px;">What do I bring?</span></div><div style=": Arial, Verdana; : 12px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; line-height: normal;"><span style=": 12px;">A hat, sunscreen and protective clothing against the sun</span></div><div style=": Arial, Verdana; : 12px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; line-height: normal;"><span style=": 12px;">Shoes which can get wet. Dry bags are available for hire if you wish to take personal effects and food/drink.</span></div><div style=": Arial, Verdana; : 12px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; line-height: normal;"><span style=": 12px;">Snorkelling is also popular. If you don't have your own, we have some for hire. Ask about our ?Drift Snorkel circuit?</span></div><div><fonti face="Arial, Verdana"><span style=": 12px;">A bag to contain your&nbsp;possessions&nbsp;and to secure any loose items Sunglasses and lanyard to prevent you from losing them</span></font></div><div style=": Arial, Verdana; : 12px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; line-height: normal;"><span style=": 12px;">A mobile phone (if you have one)- that way you can phone us to come and pick you up when you reach the end (it?s easier than scheduling a pick-up time). We will supply you with a waterproof phone box</span></div><div style=": Arial, Verdana; : 12px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; line-height: normal;"><span style=": 12px;">Change of clothes ? just in case you or somebody else decides you are going for a dip!</span></div><div style=": Arial, Verdana; : 12px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; line-height: normal;"><span style=": 12px;">Something to eat for a lovely picnic on a beach along the way. Please take care not to leave anything behind on your journey. A rubbish bag will be provided if needed</span></div></div><div style=": Arial, Verdana; : 12px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; line-height: normal;"><span style=": 12px;"><br></span></div><div style=": Arial, Verdana; : 12px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; line-height: normal;"><div><span style=": 12px;">I have no car, how do I get there?</span></div><div><span style=": 12px;">Babinda Kayaks do not provide a pick-up service. Trains leave for Babinda most days. Visit their website for timetables or phone 1300 131 722 to speak to an operator. You can also call the Babinda Information centre on 4067 1008 for up to date information on bus services.</span></div></div></fontiiiii></fontiiiiiii></div></fontiiiiiii>

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