I've likewise got no idea what a clever solution would look like.
At least I worked out how to get to the dillo (without a rocket).
But it feels very clumsy so far, and I doubt I'm competitive (uh-oh - making predictions again!)
I'd consider it a light solution, although it took close to an hour to find a way to reach the portal.
Getting new ideas all the time though, so I hope to get something better before the finish.
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