We were now back on track time wise so we used the waterproof radio to advise the jetboat we would be ready for a pick-up in one hour. Making this call was quite amusing as here we were so far from civilization, using a radio in terrible conditions to a jet boat that was based in this area only because it provided transport for the Hollyford Track guided walk. We were exceptionally lucky to have this transport; they just happened to be on the river moving the last gear out from the huts after the summer season. They were happy to help us out as they don’t get many visitors like us in the area. The jetboat had been driven around via the coast, over the serious surf bar at Martin’s Bay and then up the river to be based in the area. All fuel and spare parts were flown in by helicopter, so yes it was a very rare means of transport.
