Honeymoon Bay.....

J and I have discovered a wonderful area where we have spent several days now. It is called Honeymoon Bay and can be found off the edge of Point Perpendicular. The entire Point area is owned and overseen by the military down here on the South Coast.










On the northern side of the Point the military often practice bombing and military exercises during the weekdays. There are signs posted on restricted areas warning people of unexploded bombs and to KEEP OUT! On the southern side we have found some magnificent leisure spots unaltered by humans and protected by Mother Nature in bays. These small pieces of paradise are open to the public.











Entry to the dirt road which take you to these areas, is through a gatehouse where a naval personnel officer took a few details, just in case we were to park and head off along one of the many hiking paths and not return.










The dirt road made me feel as though I were travelling along the Aussie outback again, dust everywhere, bumps and holes to the left and right. After a 15 minute journey the dust and grey gave way to the beautiful sight of the ocean appearing to our right.












We parked a short distance away from a track that led us to Honeymoon Bay, the first of the spots. The bay is breath-taking, just imagine a picture of a bay on a south Pacific island and you have a picture of Honeymoon Bay.










The sand around the water is white and shade from the national park trees hangs over the beach in most areas, making a sleep on the soft sand a very pleasant experience. The bay is protected from extremem winds wth only a gentle breeze floating about every now and then.









The trees keep the area cool and well protected from the midday and afternoon sun. To the left and right of the entryway into the bay are rock areas which is a good spot to sit and fish from. Out on the water the entry into Honeymoon Bay ajoins the entry into Jervis Bay from the Pacific Ocean.









We were entertained by a pod of dolphins who frequent the area. Just around the entry point is the Point Perpendicular Lighthouse, which is perched on the edge of a sandstone plateau some 90 meters above the sea. Again we were entertained by several sea eagles soaring on the updraft of a wind. They are such majestic bird and with a wingspan of approximately 2 meters I was left in awe of them.

The waters here at Honeymoon Bay are crystal clear to the bottom regardless of depth. I grabbed my goggles, snorkel and flippers to head out and view the sea life; I was not to be disappointed. After a good swim in some very refreshing water I soon came across several stingrays played on the bottom of the bay as well as a rainbow trout and a huge variety of fish I cannot name. You could be sure that where ever huge rocks or water plant life existed, so did the sea life.

Back on the beach J and I went for a walk and found a huge number of camping area which all blended into the forest. Apparently one can camp there on a Friday and Saturday night, providing your own water and gas cooking as no fires are permitted. I wondered what it would be like to wake up amongst such vivid beauty. Perhaps we will camp there one weekend to find out.

Shortly after, a naval helicopter flew overhead obviously on exercise.

I thought what a wonderful job that would be although I guess like most jobs, once you have performed the task so many times one would loose the wonderment and admiration for the area.

As the day wore on Jvisitors to Honeymoon Bay left to go home. J and I were reluctant to leave the tranquility of this place. Just one more sleep, snorkle, swim, walk and climb over the rocks.

During the afternoon John woke me to suggest I get my camera out.

I looked to see why he would make such a suggestion and was amazed to see a tall ship passing the opening out on Jervis Bay.

It was a square rigger with only half its sails up but a still a spectacular sight to see. Off the stern were another pod of dolphins accompanying the ship out to sea.

It is a beautiful world and country trhat we live in. J and I wondered just how many coves and small bays as lovely as Honeymoon Bay surround the country and we never get to see or hear about them.

I guess our days until we become Grey Nomads are getting closer and closer afterall, someone has to venture the countryside and find out where they all are!!!!! Hope you enjoy the photos.