Travel Outback Australia

Outdoor Travels – Outback Australia

Warning: It’s Highly Addictive

Australia’s big, really big. Renowned for “the great outdoors”, wide open spaces, fresh air and friendly people. The ultimate destination for outdoor travels. If there’s one thing we do have, it’s space.

Most of us are squashed in a thin strip down the East Coast… and most of us have no idea what’s over the other side of the mountains – otherwise known as The Great Dividing Range.

So many East Coasters have never even been over The Range. They have no idea what lies to the West. They live, work and holiday on the East Coast.

Not that there’s anything wrong with this. But there are so many magnificent places not on the East Coast – The Nullarbor, Flinders Ranges, Karijini, The Kimberleys, Lawn Hill, South-West WA to name a few.

You’ll find most – but not all – of the places on this website are West of The Great Dividing Range. There’s just so much to explore. It would take 5 lifetimes to explore Australia from top to bottom. Once you start to travel Outback Australia, it’s gets in your blood. You’ll be hooked for life.

Enjoy.

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Purnululu National Park, Bungle Bungles | Kimberleys, WA | Part 1

The Bungle Bungles from our campground, Purnululu National Park.

Purnululu National Park – Walking In An Ancient World Purnululu National Park is about 300km South of Kununurra. Follow the signs to Halls Creek via … Read more

Manyallaluk, NT – The Dreaming Place Cultural Tour

John and Desmond showing us how to paint using brushes fashioned from canegrass leaves and ochre collected from the surrounding countryside. Is harder than it looks. Was fascinating watching the quiet interaction between John and Desmond; very much the old dog and the young pup. Desmond's respect for John was very evident. Manyallaluk, Northern Territory.

Manyallaluk is an Aboriginal Community north-east of Katherine. They used to conduct Dreaming Place culture tours. A special experience.

Mataranka Thermal Springs – Crystal Clear Water In The Outback

The main pool at Mataranka Thermal Pools.

Mataranka Thermal Springs are sensational! Bask in the crystal clear waters bubbling up from deep underground – it’s so relaxing.

Mataranka To Tennant Creek, NT – Cattle And Caravans

Heading South on the Stuart Highway, Northern Territory. Mataranka To Tennant Creek.

Take the trip down the Stuart Highway from Mataranka to Tennant Creek. You’ll be surprised just how much there is to see!

Karlu Karlu/Devils Marbles Conservation Reserve, a Spiritual Place

Amazing colours of the outback. Devils Marbles.

The Devils Marbles are one of those must-see destinations… and with good reason. And don’t miss the sunrise! A mystical place with a special aura.

Blissful Bush Camping At Camooweal Caves National Park

Billabong at Nowranie Campground, Camooweal Caves National Park

Camooweal Caves National Park is a stark contrast after crossing the vast plains of the Barkly Tableland. We were fortunate to camp there.

Adels Grove To Normanton, Queensland. Classic Gulf Country.

Purple Pub, Normanton.

Roadtrains, Dust And… What, No Coffee?! Last time, we had a break at Adel’s Grove, a delightful oasis. Pipes To The Gulf Leaving Adel’s Grove … Read more

Adels Grove, Western Queensland – Boundless Water In a Parched Land

This place is truly delightful. Adels Grove.

After a dusty drive across vast savannah plains, Adels Grove is a welcome sight. Tropical palms line pristine waterways – perfect for a swim!

Part 11. Gibb River Road, Kimberleys – El Questro Station

Pentecost River, El Questro Station Kimberleys.

Riverside Camping At El Questro Station Last time, we looked around Wyndham, where the 5 rivers meet. Go here if you missed it. Back On … Read more

Wyndham, Western Australia, Where The Five Rivers Meet

Panoramic views from Five Rivers Lookout. Looking North. Wyndham, Western Australia.

Travelling from Kununurra to Wyndham, you’ll feel like you’ve journeyed to a different world. Wyndham has unique beauty of its own.