Liza Kryshkovskaya

Behind Lisa 22 countries, she works in IT, snowboarding and hip-hop.

Why Australia?

As a child, I studied the map of the world, and the inaccessibility of Australia beckoned me. Absolute freedom, alien animals, eucalyptus jungle, the "fifth ocean" and, of course, the mecca of surfing - this is how I imagined Australia. Terra incognita - why not trip to the ends of the earth? Well, of course, I wanted to know in which direction the water swirls when it drains. So, in the company of five friends, we rushed to the cinematic road trip around Australia.

How to get a visa?

The good news is that you can get a visa online, you don’t even need to go to the embassy. Consular fee - € 92. We did not want to risk and screw up, so we turned to an intermediary travel agency for help. The service cost € 80, but everyone who applied received a visa for a month. Documents - a wagon and a small cart. In addition to a certificate from work, you need to have at least $ 3,000 on your account. A visa is made from two weeks to a month and a half. A notification arrives in the mail - and that's it, bingo! - visa on hand, no stamps are put in the passport.

How to get there?

If you want to feed the possums, go after dark to Treasury Gardens. The animals are almost tame: I even managed to put one on my knees and feed it from my hands.

Be sure to visit the big food market Queen Victoria Market. Try fresh oysters and pastries - you can't go wrong. take a walk in Fitzroy Gardens and find the real house of that same James Cook. Go up to the 88th floor at sunset Eureka Skydeck. For only € 13.5 (for students - for € 10) you will see the lights of the big city.

On the advice of my mother's friend, we went to the casino Crown Melbourne, where I lost 15 Australian bucks. True, the casino itself gave me the top ten at the start. But don't lose your mind in excitement.

great ocean road

On a rented car, we rushed along the famous path along the ocean. Lighthouses, sheer cliffs, desert wild landscapes - the serpentine is not boring. We spent the night in the small town of Port Campbell - we did not climb further west. Between the cities of Port Campbell and Princeton on the Great Ocean Road, look for the crazy beauty of the rock called "The Twelve Apostles". Now there are only eight rocks left, not twelve.

In the nature reserve Great Ocean Road Wildlife Park touch the kangaroo (well, finally!). To the touch and at first glance, they are like overgrown hares. In addition to kangaroos, you will also see wombats, alpacas, parrots, emus, dingoes, sheep, deer and ponies. Entrance to the reserve costs € 11.5 (for students - € 9.5). And next to Cape Otaway Conservation Ecology Center look for wild koalas in the eucalyptus groves: we succeeded.

Canberra

A very spacious and calm city, but we did not plan to stay in the Australian capital for a long time. In three hours we managed to walk, visit the parliament and have lunch. Then we went to spend the night in Katoomba closer to

Jungle forests of Queensland do not occupy even one percent of the entire surface of the continent. However, due to their extremely rich flora and fauna, they have become very popular.
Basic data:
Dangerous jungle dweller
One of the most formidable predators of the Australian continent is a huge marsupial marten, which belongs to the family of predatory marsupials. She is a zealous night hunter. Most of the time this predatory animal is on the ground, but during the hunt it climbs beautifully on the branches of trees. The carnivorous giant marsupial marten feeds on birds and their eggs, rodents, other small mammals such as young wallabies and rabbits, reptiles and even insects. Males of this animal are usually larger than females, and their length from the tip of the nose to the tip of the tail often reaches 130 centimeters.
Unfortunately, in many parts of Australia, this predator is no longer found - this happened due to the destruction of forests, as well as the epidemic of the disease that took place at the beginning of the 20th century. Now the huge marsupial martens are not in danger of extinction. But she got a new enemy that the man brought from South America to control weeds on sugar cane plantations, is a poisonous frog - yeah. A huge marsupial marten, willingly catches frogs, having eaten a frog - yeah, it dies from the poison secreted by the skin of such a frog.
rainforest conservation
When the settlers settled on the Australian continent, in the past, a large part of the Queensland jungle was gradually destroyed.
The cleared forests were given over to agricultural land, such as pastures for cattle grazing and sugarcane plantations. But in general, conservationists managed to save about eighty percent of the original rainforest area. In the state of Queensland there are over forty national parks, whose territories also include part of the jungle. Most of the Queensland rainforests have been declared by UNESCO to be the heritage of not only Australians, but of all mankind. However Queensland Forest Conservation and is carried out only in the territories of national parks, and outside of them, the systematic destruction of the jungle continues, and with them rare mammals, reptiles, birds and insects. Many tourists come to see the amazing Australian forests.
Rainforests of Queensland , stretching in a strip along the north - east coast Australia, are the remains of forests that once covered the territory of all of Australia and Antarctica. These are the only tropical forests on the Australian continent that play an important role in the conservation and research of rare and endemic species.
TROPICAL FORESTS OF AUSTRALIA

Tropical rain forests in the state of Queensland occupy 10,500 square kilometers. Small forests are on the Cape York Peninsula, but the real jungle lies to the south, occupying the space between the cities of Cooktown and Towns - villas. Tropical forests grow at an altitude of about 900 meters above sea level and cover the top of Bartle - Freer (its height is 1622 m).
The relief of the rainforest range very varied. There are plateaus, deep gorges and high waterfalls. Extremely rich vegetable world forests of Queensland. It is represented by mangrove forests, ebony plants, umbrella palms, various types of lianas, eucalyptus trees and ubiquitous ferns. In the southern part of the forests of Queensland grows about 90 species of orchids and 500 other endemic plants. In no other area of ​​Australia is there such a variety of species as in the jungles of Queensland.
The forests between Cooktown and Townsville are home to about 30% of all marsupials, 60% of bats and 18% of Australia's birds. This rich land of untouched nature has long attracted naturalists and many tourists.
BIRDS
The most common bird in the Australian jungle is the helmeted cassowary, which lives in the forests from Cape York to the southern part of the jungle range. This bird cannot fly and therefore is deprived of the opportunity to get food on trees - instead, the cassowary collects seeds and fruits on the ground 75

Day 1.

Arrival to Singapore Singapore Airlines. Transfer and hotel accommodation. Rest. 4* hotels to choose from in Singapore.

Day 2 Singapore and Santosa Island.

Sightseeing. The price of the tour includes a ticket to travel to tourist bus across Singapore. The bus makes 23 stops along the circular route in the most interesting places Singapore including the island of entertainment - Santosa. You can hop on and off the bus at any time during the day and explore Singapore at your own pace.

Free admission to 7 parks in Singapore: The Singapore Zoo, Jurong Bird Park, Malay Heritage Centre, National Orchid Garden, Peranakan Museum, Sentosa Island Resort, Singapore River Cruises.

Day 3 Singapore - Darwin.

Transfer to Singapore airport. Flight Singapore - . Transfer and accommodation in a hotel of the selected category.

Day 4 Safari and Lynchfield Reserve.

You are embarking on a 3-day off-road safari through the most spectacular locations in the northern tropics of Australia, the journey includes full meals. In the morning the car picks you up from the hotel. First stop at the magnificent falls of the Lynchfield Reserve, then the route leads to the Mary River, wetlands and billabongs with myriads of birds. After lunch, enjoy a boat trip on the river, home to one of the world's largest crocodiles, the Australian saltwater crocodiles. An experienced guide will show you these ancient predators in their places of natural promise. Overnight stay in cottages hidden in the jungle, on the Mary River.

Day 5 Reserve Kakadu.

From the Mary River to the Kakadu Reserve. Upon arrival you will visit Ubir rock and Nurlangie to see some of the most ancient rock paintings in the world. You can also climb the steps to the Gunwarddehwardde Viewpoint for spectacular views of the Kakadu land and Nurlenji rock. Further, the path lies in the Maguk gorge where you can refresh yourself by swimming in the pond. Overnight in deluxe tents at Kakadu camp. These are stationary tents with beds and clean linen. Spending the night in such a tent, you get a unique opportunity to spend the night in comfort and at the same time hear and feel the jungle.

Day 6 Waterfalls Jim-Jim.

In the morning you drive off-road vehicles to the waterfalls (Jim Jim Falls) - the most popular canyon of Kakadu Park. Upon arrival, you will walking tour through the jungle. Twin waterfalls will greet you crystal clear sandy beaches and dense forest surrounding the pool formed by the waterfall. A boat trip will give you the opportunity to see all the beauty of this magnificent gorge and feel the power of the waterfalls. After lunch on the way to Darwin, you will continue to enjoy the amazing landscapes of northern Australia.

It would seem that you already know everything you can about the exciting mainland country, Australia. But this homeland of kangaroos and sloths, a paradise for the most fanatical surfer and those who prefer to spend Christmas not on the snow, but on the sands, always has some tricks up their sleeves. This time, Australia is making a sharp turn from the azure shores in a radically opposite direction, and is already preparing to surprise you ... with the jungle!

Most of the inhabitants of our green planet prefer to believe that the jungle and savannas can only be found in South American and South African latitudes. Fans of extreme tourism and outdoor activities, planning to visit the jungle, usually collect backpacks in these areas. But we advise you to turn your eyes to the jungles of Australia, which will make your tour incredibly bright!

Organize yourself an off-road safari, focusing on the northern tropics of Australia. The most amazing place where all the beauties of Australia are concentrated is the Lamington Nature Reserve. This national park is under the care of UNESCO, because it is really unique in terms of the composition of flora and fauna. One of the most exciting parts of the journey through the Australian jungle can be the road along the Mary River, on the floods and billabongs of which you will be lucky enough to meet an amazing number of a wide variety of bird species. You should know that it is the waters of the Mary River that are home to the largest crocodiles in the world - the Australian saltwater crocodiles. And for the brave, there is even the opportunity to ride a boat along the habitats of these "local" residents. Walking through the Australian jungle can be especially impressive if you rent a cottage near Mary for the night.

Today for the participants of the Australian jungle tour there is an amazing opportunity to go from the Mary River to the unique and incredibly interesting Kakadu reserve. There, do not forget to take a look at Ubir and Nurlenzhi - majestic, eternal and breathtaking rocks! By the way, it is in them that there is a cave in which one of the most ancient rock paintings has been preserved. On the Ubir rock, you will also have the opportunity to appreciate all the beauties of the reserve from the Ganvardevarde site, from where the neighboring Nurlenzhi rock will also be perfectly visible. Another "attraction" in the Australian jungle for you can be swimming in the lake in the Maguk Gorge with crystal clear water like a mirror.

But Kakadu Nature Reserve does not end there. Moving further on an SUV, you will see the most popular canyon of the reserve with Jim-Jim waterfalls. These "water twins" are surrounded by impenetrable forest thickets, as well as soft sandy beaches. In order for you to get the most out of the beauties of these enchanting waters, there is an opportunity to take a boat ride along the "ocean" formed between the waterfalls. In addition to Kakadu, the Australian jungle could be made accessible to tourists and thanks to national park Katherine, who also deserves attention.

But what is Australia's jungle most famous for? That's right, woods! But not ordinary, but with unique species of trees, among which the giant, perennial eucalyptus remains the leader in originality. And how about walking along its tops? And it's possible. It is for such an occupation that the inventive Australians created a whole network of roads for funiculars, but not simple ones, but with a transparent bottom. This will allow you to fully consider every millimeter of the Australian tropics and feel how insignificant we are in front of Her Majesty Nature.

Jungle forests of Queensland do not occupy even one percent of the entire surface of the continent. However, due to their extremely rich flora and fauna, they have become very popular.
Basic data:
Dangerous jungle dweller
One of the most formidable predators of the Australian continent is a huge marsupial marten, which belongs to the family of predatory marsupials. She is a zealous night hunter. Most of the time this predatory animal is on the ground, but during the hunt it climbs beautifully on the branches of trees. The carnivorous giant marsupial marten feeds on birds and their eggs, rodents, other small mammals such as young wallabies and rabbits, reptiles and even insects. Males of this animal are usually larger than females, and their length from the tip of the nose to the tip of the tail often reaches 130 centimeters.
Unfortunately, in many parts of Australia, this predator is no longer found - this happened due to the destruction of forests, as well as the epidemic of the disease that took place at the beginning of the 20th century. Now the huge marsupial martens are not in danger of extinction. But she has a new enemy, which people brought from South America to control weeds on sugarcane plantations - this is a poisonous frog - yeah. A huge marsupial marten, willingly catches frogs, having eaten a frog - yeah, it dies from the poison secreted by the skin of such a frog.
rainforest conservation
When the settlers settled on the Australian continent, in the past, a large part of the Queensland jungle was gradually destroyed.
The cleared forests were given over to agricultural land, such as pastures for cattle grazing and sugarcane plantations. But in general, conservationists managed to save about eighty percent of the original rainforest area. There are more than forty national parks in the state of Queensland, the territories of which also include part of the jungle. Most of the Queensland rainforests have been declared by UNESCO to be the heritage of not only Australians, but of all mankind. However Queensland Forest Conservation and is carried out only in the territories of national parks, and outside of them, the systematic destruction of the jungle continues, and with them rare mammals, reptiles, birds and insects. Many tourists come to see the amazing Australian forests.
Rainforests of Queensland , stretching in a strip along the northeast coast of Australia, are the remnants of forests that once covered the territory of all of Australia and Antarctica. These are the only tropical forests on the Australian continent that play an important role in the conservation and research of rare and endemic species.
TROPICAL FORESTS OF AUSTRALIA

Tropical rain forests in the state of Queensland occupy 10,500 square kilometers. Small forests are on the Cape York Peninsula, but the real jungle lies to the south, occupying the space between the cities of Cooktown and Towns - villas. Tropical forests grow at an altitude of about 900 meters above sea level and cover the top of Bartle - Freer (its height is 1622 m).
The relief of the rainforest range very varied. There are plateaus, deep gorges and high waterfalls. The extremely rich flora of the forests of Queensland. It is represented by mangrove forests, ebony plants, umbrella palms, various types of lianas, eucalyptus trees and ubiquitous ferns. In the southern part of the forests of Queensland grows about 90 species of orchids and 500 other endemic plants. In no other area of ​​Australia is there such a variety of species as in the jungles of Queensland.
The forests between Cooktown and Townsville are home to about 30% of all marsupials, 60% of bats and 18% of Australia's birds. This rich land of untouched nature has long attracted naturalists and many tourists.
BIRDS
The most common bird in the Australian jungle is the helmeted cassowary, which lives in the forests from Cape York to the southern part of the jungle range. This bird cannot fly and therefore is deprived of the opportunity to get food on trees - instead, the cassowary collects seeds and fruits on the ground 75