As we arrived at Currumbin on Sunday morning, we didn't really know what to expect. We meandered through the first two gift shops before getting our park maps and starting our journey on what would end up being the best zoo experience of my life.
As we first started walking, we came across a small fenced in area that had some trees. We didn't think much of it, but then we spotted what was inside. Koalas! Yes, my first Australian animal to be documented on camera. It was very exciting to see, but not very exciting to watch. Koalas are the most chill animal ever and spend a majority of their time sleeping. After snapping some pictures, and trying to talk to them, we carried on our journey to the next adventure. Oh, and I got to hold a 7 year old Koala and got my picture taken with it! She was quite the chunk, but was unbelievably soft.
After continuing our walk we saw various other animals and sights, including a children's play area where we released our inner child. We made our way to this big, open fenced in area where we found...you guessed it, we found the Kangaroo area. You walk through a gate and our free to roam about the area and pet and take pictures as you feel. Obviously, I did just that!
While at first, the ones we were near were quite old and mainly just laid there or stood while we pet them, as they just wanted food from us. Then, out of nowhere, a stampede of Kangaroos comes dashing from the trees. It was quite impressive to see, and the little Asian boy next to me was very excited!
We continued petting and visitng the Kangaroos and the occasional Emu and then decided to partake in the Green Challenge. The Green Challenge is an obstacle course that includes zip lining, climbing ladders, suspended cables, and other obstacles along the way (it was great practice for my future Survivor days!). We got to wear these sweet 80s/space jump suits and a harness, but neither were comfortable for the weather.
After the obstacle course (which was very tough in some spots, especially with sore legs) we continued onward to find Dingos, Wombats, Cockatoos and other animals. We took a train ride through the park and wrapped up our day at Currumbin. We rode the bus to Burleigh Beach, where we enjoyed a late lunch of Kebabs and Gelato. Best way to end a day with Kangaroos, I'd say.
Well that was my latest wild activity, we shall see what this weekend has in store. I apologize that this post was quite lame too, I'll do better next time.
Until Then,
Wilson
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