The life in Byron Bay

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About working and surfing in one of Australia’s cult places– Travel log no. 81

During the time of my job search in Brisbane I got into contact with a guy in Byron. He was searching for a customer service person with a commitment for more than 6 month. Since I already fixed my departure I declined his job offer. Never the less he offered me to come for a trial for one week. Help him out moving his warehouse and staying at his house for free and using his surfboard. So on the way down to Sydney I stopped back in Byron again. On arrival the city was like replaced compared to my first stay.

Market, Byron Bay
Crowds of people dancing to indigenous music on a local market.
Bay, Byron Bay
View on the bay from atop the mountains.
Lighthouse, Byron Bay
The hike up the lighthouse is gorgeous, even more when the sun is out.
Lookout, Byron Bay
Lookout on the way to the lighthouse.

I worked long hours moving the warehouse. Also I beat my personal record by working 17 hours on one single day. Fortunately I had a good way balancing my days by going surfing. I really fell in love with the sport. Besides that there were plenty of activities, like watching humpback whales from the lighthouse.

Cape, Byron Bay
A humpback with dolphins passing by close to the cape.

I really loved the cliche Australian flair in Byron. The atmosphere in Byron made me feel really comfortable. In-between the friendly and cool surfer hippies you really can be yourself.

Lighthouse, Byron Bay
The lighthouse on a sunny day.

One day I checked out Nim Bin another Hippie Community in the mountains close by.

Byron Bay
View on Byron on the way to Nim Bin.
Nim Bin, Australia
A view of the main street in Nim Bin.

Last but not least one of my favorite places was definitely the main beach of Byron.

Moon, Byron Bay
The moon over the lighthouse during sun set.
Sunset, Byron Bay
Sunset over the main Beach of Byron Bay.

After two weeks it was hard when I had to finally depart. Byron is definitely one of the only places in Australia where I could see myself staying longer. With some money in my pocket I was excited to explore Sydney before taking off to Asia.