Sooner or later, most travellers in Australia will reach the great crossroads at the head of Spencer Gulf that is Port Augusta, South Australia. It’s actually called the “crossroads of Australia” for a reason – many roadtrippers stop overnight either going to or coming from their main destination. …But not many of them consider staying…
The Nullarbor is a rite of passage for any Australian road-tripper worth their salt. Stretching 1,664 kilometres along the Eyre Highway, this iconic journey between South Australia and Western Australia is jam-packed with incredible things to see – whales, massive cliffs, caves, and quirky roadhouses! Plus, the road is fully sealed, so any car can…
Whyalla Conservation Park feels like a slice of the Outback just 10 km north of Whyalla, on South Australia’s Eyre Peninsula. You’ll be driving along a dirt track through over 2000 hectares of striking red dirt, rocks, and an arid landscape – it feels like you are on Mars! Amenities are pretty basic – just…
A road trip from Adelaide to Darwin is a bucket-list adventure for many… And it’s a big journey! It covers over 3,000 kilometres of Australia’s iconic Outback and Top End, which roughly translates to +40 hours of driving. But it’s SO worth it. You’ll drive through the rugged beauty of the Flinders Ranges to the…
Flinders Ranges is a 430 km-long region of mountain ranges in the South Australian Outback. Suffice it to say, it’s your go-to spot for an unforgettable outback adventure, just a few hours north of Adelaide. It’s nestled in the heart of the state, offering a mix of rugged landscapes, rich Aboriginal history, and unique wildlife….
There are over 50 Kangaroo Island beaches! All of them are scattered along the island’s 540-kilometre-long coastline. Some have calm and turquoise waters, with the whitest sand you’ll ever see. While others are rugged and rocky, with dramatic and spectacular scenery. This means that there’s a beach for everyone. Some are family-friendly, others with rough…
The famous “Halfway Across Australia” sign is in the small town of Kimba. It’s the halfway mark between Sydney on the East Coast and Perth on the West Coast. The 3,934 km drive from coast to coast is a LONG way, so getting halfway across Australia is an achievement! And the district council of Kimba is…
Some of the best walking trails in Flinders Ranges National Park are found in Wilpena Pound. Looking for sweeping views of the surrounding ranges? Try the Bridle Gap hike. Want to tackle the highest peak in the Flinders? St Mary Peak is the one for you. Or maybe you’re after something shorter and more relaxed,…
Magnetic Hill is one of those spots in the outback that makes you question if the laws of physics even apply anymore. The sign details a strange phenomenon where gravity reverses… or so it seems! They claim it only works with steel cars, not with plastic or aluminium cars. It clearly pushes for a place…
It’s hard to describe the feeling of seeing the “Bakery Baking Today” sign at the turn-off to the Farina Historic Township, in the middle of the South Australian Outback. How could you NOT think you’re delusional from all the driving? After all, it’s 600 kilometres north of Adelaide, A.K.A. the middle of nowhere. But as…