Family of 4 completing our lap of Aus. Going to show what this beautiful country has to offer.
Seriously, can’t believe we’ve done it!! A dream I’ve had since I was 15 is now completed. Gibb River Road and the Kimberly.
11 days on the Gibb River Road.
6 nights free camping
9 Gorge Walks
8 Ellenbrae Scones
1 broken Anderson plug
0 flat tyres
0 breakdowns
48 cans of James squire Ginger Beer (for both of us)
$470 for fuel ($240 to fill at Imintji)
Bucket list destination achieved!!!!
Our very last day on the Gibb River Road was Zebedee Springs and El Questro Gorge. This was a massive day!!! We got to Zebedee at 10am, had a float around and made our way to El Questro Gorge at 11am….we walked out of the Gorge at 4pm 😳
El Questro Gorge was far and away the most challenging gorge on the Gibb. 4.8km return, thousands of rocks to climb, waterfalls to climb and heaps of stream crossing eventually got us to the end. The reward was worth it (maybe) as the pool was an amazing temperature and beautiful to swim in
Emma Gorge has to be one the most picturesque gorge walks on the Gibb River Road. Little water holes all along the 1.5km walk surrounded by 600m high escarpments. If you take the time to look around you’ll find beautiful little waterfalls all the way.
For anyone about to do serious dirt roading and have a Ute with canopy. I had some pool noodles left over after covering the pipes under the van. I cut the two edge ones in half and stuck them behind the pin. I cut another one about a quarter thick and closed the door on it.
This pic was taken after crossing the Pentecost river (500ks of Gibb river dirt) and you can see, there’s no dirt/dust on anything. Cost $2, saves cleaning everything 👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼
Last nights free camp at Gibb River Crossing 😍😍 I’m sure you’ve realised, I love a fire and a long exposure 😉
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Just a little reminder if you’re doing a remote trip. Always remember to have some tools and spare items.
We got to our camp spot at Gibb River crossing and noticed the cable hanging down. No idea how it happened, but it did. Luckily, I packed a couple of spare Anderson just in case. 5 minutes and the new one was fitted…..it’s better to be safe than sorry 👍🏼👍🏼
We spent the last 2 nights at Manning Gorge Campground. In order to reach this gorge, you complete a short swim across the river and 2.5k walk to the Gorge. The reward at the end of the walk was well worth it.
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We left March Fly Glen and made the short drive to Imintji Camp ground. We dropped the van and explored Galvans and Adcock Gorges.
A short, flat walk into Galvins Gorge resulted in the most picturesque waterfall and swimming hole you could ever imagine. The water was an awesome temperature and we only had about half a dozen other people there which meant lots of space. The kids and I (dad) jumped from the tree, climbed the waterfall and jumped from a number of its ledges. If you’re not keen on jumping, grab a noodle or floatie and just chill!!
We headed to Adcock Gorge and the road in was terrible. Great fun to drive but not in great condition. Walking about 600m, spotting crocs on the way in, you find yourself surrounded by a vertical cliff face at least 100m high with a cascading waterfall. We swam to the other side, climbed the rocks and jumped off the cliff edges.
I think Galvins Gorge might have pushed itself to the top of the list 😉
We left Lennard River Rest area and made our way to March Fly Glen rest area. We unhitched the van and visited Lennard Gorge and Bell Gorge.
Lennard Gorge was a 3km return hike with a lookout at the end. We spoke to people who went around the fence and made their way down for a swim….that was a “hell no” from me….there’s a fence there for a reason 😳 on the way back we stopped and had a swim in a picturesque watering hole.
We jumped in the car and made the 40km drive to Bell Gorge. Oh My Lord!!!! This Gorge was SPECTACULAR!!! An easy 1km walk in to the Gorge and you’re rewarded with one of the most beautiful sights and swims you will ever do.
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3 nights at Lennard River free camp allowed us to explore Windjana Gorge where we saw our first crocodile and Tunnel Creek where we experienced our first indigenous artworks.
I took a little convincing to get the kids to swim through tunnel creek but they got there in the end. I (dad) did 5 laps to swim with everyone and be the sacrificial lamb if there happened to be a croc🤣…..there wasn’t any 😉
Both places were amazing!
Words cannot describe the feeling I have parking in front of the Gibb River Road sign!
I have had a desire to do this leg of the trip for as long as I can remember, at least 30 years.
It’s feels a little surreal to be here and really looking forward to see what the next 2 weeks has to offer!!!
First stop, Lennard River Free Camp for a couple of days while we do Windjana Gorge and Tunnel Creek.
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Did someone let Broome know it’s winter 😳😳
We spent the last couple of days exploring Broome. I tried a mango beer at Mato’s Brewery (wasn’t great). Explored the dinosaur footprints. Headed up to Willie Creek and had a look at the pearl farm and had lunch at Spinifex Brewery.
The experience at Spinifex was so unexpected. Just sitting there and the waiter says “we’re going to feed the camels now”. Feed the camels?? What??? All of a sudden, there were 15 camels lined up outside. All the kids were given a carrot and they got to feed the camels before they went to the beach 😳 we headed down to Cable Beach, drove along the beach, had a swim, a fish and watched a sunset.
Next stop…….Gibb River Road 👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼
Love a cloud free night and a free camp!! Goldwire 24 hour free stop about 80ks south of Broome.
Today’s adventures at 80 mile beach involved fishing, food, drinks and sunsets. There were a heap of people on the beach but it’s so long, we found a place where we felt like we were on a deserted island!
80 mile beach sunsets do not disappoint! Erin even designed a shell turtle 😊
Our third and final day in Karijini had us making the 115km trip from Dales to Hamerlys Gorge.
This one was by far the easiest to get to. With 5 layers of pools, I can see why it is the most popular.
This gorge also has features which date back 2.5 Billion years and the curved layers of rocks were formed millions of years ago by the techtonic plates smashing together…..unbelievable 😳😳
Karijini NP 😍
Day 2- we make the 50k trip to Weano and Hancock Gorges.
We made the trek all the way along Weano Gorge but couldn’t get to handrail pool due to the area being closed from a millipede infestation. Apparently, when it rains the water flushes them out but there hasn’t been any to get rid of them.
We got to junction lookout and headed back to the car for lunch. After being fed, we made the trip down into Hancock Gorge. We passed the Amphitheater, completed spider walk and had a swim in Kermit Pool…..and it was fresh 😳
It is such a beautiful place!!
Karijini NP 😍
Day 1- we dropped our van at Dales campground and did the Dales Gorge Trek, viewed Fortescue Falls and then had a swim in Fern Pool. You can see why this NP is so highly rated!
Tonight’s free camp!!! This is living 👍🏼👍🏼
Great spot to set up for the night and watch the State of Origin…..somewhere in WA…..no, seriously, I’m not sure where we are 🤣
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Today would have to be the best day of the trip so far! Swimming with the turtles in Osprey Bay was SPECTACULAR!!!
Woohooo!!!! We made it!!!! Can’t believe we are actually here 😳😳this is the furthest point from home we can be 😳
Monkey Mia!! What a beautifully part of the world!! The turtles are magnificent and an absolute highlight for Erin. Heaps of beach driving and lots of exploring around Francois Peron National Park.
This episode has us leaving Esperance and heading to Margaret River and Busselton. We decided to make an 8 hour detour to wave Rock….was it worth it 🤔
We left Esperance and made our way to Margaret River, Besselton and Bunbury. We took an 8 hour detour to Hyden and checked out Wave rock. We had a birthday a...
We left Geraldton and made our way to Monkey Mia. We took a detour on the way and visited Kalbarri National Park.
This place is absolutely SPECTACULAR!!! I was blown away with the sheer size of the gorges and the beauty of the landscape…..and The skywalk….. that was simply awesome!
Jurien Bay and Milligan Island Eco Camp. Jurien Bay is just over 200ks north of Perth and Milligans island 30ks north of Jurien Bay.
We spent 2 nights at both but could have spent plenty more! If it wasn’t for the car being booked in for service at Geraldton, we would definitely still be there. Beautiful little spots!
That’s the moon folks! Peeking out from behind the clouds 👍🏼
Afternoon beers at Jurien Bay 🍺🍺
We stopped of at the Pinnacles on our way to Jurien Bay. The formations are thought to be over 30,000 years old and made up of natural limestone that formed after the sea receded and left deposits of broken seashells and coral behind.
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Today would have to be the best day of the trip so far! Swimming with the turtles in Osprey Bay was SPECTACULAR!!!
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Day trip to Mildura and checked out Jaycee Park. #caravanningwithkids #caravanningaustralia #newagecaravans #water #mildura #travel #exploring #exploringaustralia #fordranger #rangersport
Car mods done for the big trip. Completed by the legends @midcoast4wdcentre @ironman4x4 foamcell pro with 2 inch lift, Ironman raid bar, Ironman 12000lb winch, safari snorkel, @rhinorackau roof platform and maxliner canopy. I also had @arb4x4 install their twin compressor in the rear panel. I love how this thing looks!! #midcoast4wdcentre #midcoast4x4 #caravanning #caravaningaustralia #caravanningwithkids #ourlap #modifiedfordrangers
Exciting day today, getting the car back. Completed a two inch lift with Ironman foam cell pro, airbags, Ironman raid bar with 12000 pound winch, safari snorkel, and maxliner Venture canopy. Earlier in the week I had the ARB twin compressor installed in the rear quarter panel. Almost ready to tackle this great land…..5 weeks to go 👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼
Crescent Head, NSW. Stayed at a little hipcamp 10 minutes out of town. Was a perfect opportunity for us to test out the off grid capabilities of the van. Inverter worked a treat so we were able to have fresh coffee every morning. @hipcampau @newagecaravans #newageroadowl #roadowladventurer #beaches #water #sunshine #midnorthcoast #crescenthead #offgrid #caravaningaustralia #vanlife #caravaning #caravaningwithkids
Following on from the inverter install. I wanted a neat way to run the extension lead without having to lift up the bed.
Little kitchen prep area added to the fridge slide.
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