The ‘Everest’ of Australian Sea Kayaking

In 2018 I lead my first major expedition, an unsupported kayak crossing across from the Australian mainland to Tasmania. The crossing is widely regarded as the ‘Everest of Australian Sea Kayaking’ due to the extreme conditions and unpredictable nature of Bass Strait.

Our main objective was to establish rock climbing first ascents on the remote islands scattered along the eastern side of Bass Strait, and collect micro-plastic samples for the marine debris database.

After 27 days sharing a four person tent, a beard, and a few first ascents we landed on Tasmania’s mainland as one of the youngest teams to ever complete the crossing and first to ever climb on the island’s with a kayak approach. Team member Jamie Trapp, became the youngest female to cross Bass Strait at age 21.

This trip is what inspired me to take up photography and share stories of adventure from the remote corners of the world.