One hump or two? Former Big Brother housemate Tahan Lew gets back to her country roots riding a camel during Northern Territory trip
She conquered the Big Brother house.
And now Tahan Lew conquering camels in Alice Springs.
The 26-year-old was in the Northern Territory earlier this month, seeing the sights and having fun in the Australian outback.
'I rode a camel!' Reality TV star Tahan Lew posted this selfie on Twitter during her trip to the Northern Territory earlier this month
The former Big Brother Australia contestant showed off her wild side down under, enjoying the company of some four legged friends.
During her trip, she took part in the camel cup, a quirky local tradition.
The fundraiser events sees participants race camels, which are typically a nightmare to ride.
Getting in on the fun, Tahan jumped on a camel for the honeymoon handicap race, a highlight in the program.
The Australian model won the race, and was impressed by the bizarre experience.
“I'd totally recommend it, but just be prepared for a bumpy ride! The event was unlike anything I’ve ever seen before,” she said.
As a stylish star, she also judged fashions on the field, sussing out the trends.
'It was great to have the excuse to dress up and wear a fascinator while checking out the local Territory flavour.'
Winning smile: The 26-year-old poses with a friend at a local racing event in Alice Springs
Meeting the locals: The former Big Brother Australia contestant showed off her sash in an Instagram photo boasting about her win in the quirky honeymoon race
Furry friends: Looking happy, the natural beauty fed some wild wallabies at Heavitree Gap
Big Brother's Tahan Lew soaking up the sun in Darwin
Hailing from Darwin, the brunette beauty is no stranger to the country lifestyle.
'For me, the NT will always be home, with my large family spread out far and wide across the region. I’m eager to see others enjoy the place where myself and my loved ones were lucky enough to grow up,' she gushed.
'I believe the NT truly is an undiscovered treasure among Australians.'
Continuing her adventures, the proud tomboy met with some wild wallabies for a feed.
Tahan also got up close and personal with a crodocile, befriending the fierce reptile.
To keep with her wild theme, she donned a white and black leopard print shirt.
Wearing a polished white watch, the stunner let her hair down, keeping her long tresses straight.
What a croc! The former Big Brother Australia contestant isn't afraid of any Australian animals, getting near a crocodile at Rex's Reptile Centre
Hidden gem: Taking in the views, Tahan enjoyed a close up look of the scenic Simpsons Gap
Enjoying a poolside mocktail, the reality TV star soaked up the sun.
A country girl at heart, Tahan dipped her feet into the luscious pool with a view.
She wore a yellow bikini and tiny white jumpsuit, accessorizing with a pair of sunglasses and red lipstick.
Poolside: The model enjoyed a Mocktail as she took in the beautiful rural landscape
What a view: Dipping her feet in the luscious pool, the stunner made the most of her country trip
The trip was part of her involvement with a celebrity driven campaign.
The stunner was named as one of Tourism NT's 'Mates' of the Territory, and has been working as an ambassador to promote the Northern Territory and share her experiences in the state.
The model told the
tourism organisation that she took on the ambassador role in order to 'share the adventurous side of the NT with other Aussies; being a real tomboy at heart,' she said.
'For me, the NT will always be home, with my large family spread out far and wide across the region. I’m eager to see others enjoy the place where myself and my loved ones were lucky enough to grow up.'
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