I was once one of the many travellers who, upon driving down the eastern shore of South Australia’s Yorke Peninsula, would pass the Port Clinton turn-off without a second thought. Big mistake. Sitting a 90-minute drive from Adelaide, this hidden gem of the Yorke Peninsula is a small town offering more than just a quiet…
Snorkelling at Busselton Jetty should be on everyone’s bucket list. We’ve snorkelled the place three times already, and each time it’s been amazing – crystal-clear visibility, calm waters, and heaps of marine life to see! Keep in mind that this is one of Australia’s largest artificial reefs, and the second-longest timber jetty in the world!…
Salt and Charcoal Travel made $17,730 between July and September 2024 – the third quarter of the year. That’s $5,910 a month made while… TRAVELLING! To say we are grateful is an understatement. And we will never not pinch ourselves. But the reason we are sharing this isn’t to brag, it’s simply to show you…
Dwellingup is where you go for some of the best forest adventures in Western Australia, at just an hour and a half drive from Perth. Due to its location, the best things to do in Dwellingup are outdoorsy. Think hiking, kayaking, mountain biking, and ziplining through the trees. You’ll spend most of your time in…
We’re from Perth and we’ve travelled all over Western Australia in our bus home since 2020, to collate you the ultimate list of the BEST things to do here. We might be biased but after travelling all of Australia, Western Australia is our personal favourite state! It’s a massive state, so we have made you…
Black Rock (Kununurra, Western Australia) is a seasonal, 30-metre-high waterfall… and one of those hidden gems you have to see to believe. It gets its name from the striking black cliffs that tower around a small but deep pool at the base of the falls. These cliffs have been stained by minerals over time, giving…
The Byron Bay tourist magnet sucks masses of backpackers, surfers, whale-watchers, plus regular local and overseas tourists into its vortex. …Which leaves the fabulous Ballina region relatively uncrowded. Excellent! Ballina is a destination in its own right. It’s perfect for either a laid-back escape or as a base to explore the always-busy Byron Bay. It’s…
Most tours in Pemberton offer a similar vibe, with the ancient karri trees as a backdrop for your adventures. Plus, they’re all top-notch, with plenty of 5-star reviews to back them up. They cover amazing spots, include similar perks, and are reasonably priced. That’s where the details come in to help you choose – like…
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Timber Creek is usually seen as a pit stop between Kununurra and Katherine, but it’s a destination in itself. Part of the Victoria River Region in the Northern Territory, Timber Creek has rugged landscapes, spectacular natural attractions, and an intriguing blend of Aboriginal, colonial and military history. The Victoria River is right there. Its waters…