Our Content

This one’s a little different… We’re a week late with this episode - thanks for sticking with us. It’s been a big few weeks, and to be honest, I wasn’t even sure if I’d share this one. We’ve always known that travelling Australia long-term would come with challenges… but this is a side of it we didn’t expect. There’s plenty of good in this one too - but also a moment that caught me off guard, and something I felt was worth sharing. We kick things off leaving Cooktown, checking out our stay at Endeavour River Escape, and making our way down to Cairns with a stop at Bob’s Lookout. In Cairns, it’s a full reset after Cape York - cleaning out the van, fixing up our wheel alignment (well bit of a DIY job), and getting everything back in shape. From there, it’s time to enjoy some of the best of Far North Queensland - with a few classic moments (and a couple of cooking fails 😂), before heading out to Babinda and into the Daintree for some unforgettable experiences. We wrap things up with a moment that really put things into perspective… Appreciate you being along for the ride ❤️ 👍 Like & subscribe if you’re enjoying the series 💬 Let us know - what’s been the most unexpected part of travel for you? ⏱️ CHAPTERS 0:00 This one’s different… 1:20 Endeavour River Escape - Cooktown 3:51 Bob’s Lookout 7:17 Cairns reset & Cape York cleanup... 11:00 Around Cairns 11:35 Cooking disasters 😂 16:19 Babinda Bakery (Max’s pie review) 18:04 Babinda Boulders 21:29 Into the Daintree 22:50 Croc spotting 27:40 Cape Tribulation 30:34 The moment that hit… 32:35 What’s next 33:24 Bloopers 👉 Check out last week's episode here: https://youtu.be/cOrJuxh5xKc 👌 DISCOUNT CODES AND SPECIAL OFFERS FOR GEAR WE USE 💰 5% off Transmission Coolers and products from Wholesale Automatic Transmissions. Use code the below link to save and copy the promo code on the page: https://automatictransmission.com.au/perth4wdandcamping-discount/ 15% off Oricom gear, including the DTX4200X dual channel CB radio which we run. Free delivery Australia wide. Excludes already discounted items and can’t be used with other offers. Use code: PERTH4WD15OFF https://oricom.com.au/ 👇 THANKS TO OUR PARTNERS Wholesale Automatic Transmissions Australia’s leading automatic transmission and parts specialist for 4WDs. We run their transmission cooler in our Ford Ranger, so we know their quality firsthand. More at: https://automatictransmission.com.au/ Clearview Accessories Australia’s leading towing mirror specialist for 4WDs. We're run their compact tow mirrors on our Next Gen Ford Ranger, giving us confident rear vision and safety when towing the van. Built tough for Australian conditions. More at: https://www.clearviewaccessories.com.au/ 4x4 Extras, Wangara Operating since 2011, specialising in suspension, GVM upgrades, bull bars, roof racks, electrics, vehicle communications and more. More at: https://4x4extras.com.au/ ✨ WANT MORE PERTH 4WD AND CAMPING? Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/perth4wdandcamping/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/perth4wdandcamping/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@perth4wdandcamping Website for more offers: https://www.perth4wdandcamping.com.au/ #vanlifeaustralia #caravanningaustralia #lapofaustralia

Join us as our Cape York adventure continues! In this episode we leave our incredible camp at Roonga Point and go on a real-life treasure hunt searching for WW2 plane crash sites hidden deep in the Cape York bush. Inspired by the “Barn Finds” game from the Forza Horizon 3 (which we used to play a lot), we set out to locate several aircraft wrecks that have been resting in the jungle since World War II. It was an absolute blast exploring these historic sites and imagining the stories behind them. After an amazing sunset at camp we pack up the van and carefully navigate our way out along some tight and sketchy tracks before crossing back over the Jardine River. From there we make our way south along the PDR and stop in at the famous Nolans Brook on the Old Telegraph Track, where we watch a few vehicles tackle the deep water crossing. Back on the road we eventually make our way to Coen and stay at the legendary Exchange Hotel (better known locally as the “Sexchange” Hotel 😆). The next day we continue south, stopping to explore the incredible Black Mountain National Park before finally arriving in Cooktown. We finish the episode at Grassy Hill Lookout - the historic site where Captain James Cook sheltered the Endeavour for repairs along the Endeavour River. Stick around for a teaser of next week’s episode and of course… the bloopers! Thanks for coming along for the adventure - Mark, Kate, Izzy and Max ⏱ Chapters 00:00 Cape York continues 01:32 Hunting WW2 plane crash sites 08:57 Our camp at Roonga Point 11:33 Tight tracks with the caravan 14:42 Crossing the Jardine River 16:16 Nolans Brook on the Old Telegraph Track 19:33 Should we attempt Nolans? 23:41 Morning van pack-up routine 25:06 Why I disconnected trailer stability control 26:38 Heavy corrugations on the PDR 29:11 Arriving in Coen 29:52 The Exchange Hotel (“Sexchange”) 34:37 Black Mountain National Park 35:53 Arriving in Cooktown 36:27 Grassy Hill Lookout & Captain Cook history 38:53 Next episode teaser 39:41 Bloopers 👉 Check out last week's episode here: https://youtu.be/uDJR_lhfKMw 👌 DISCOUNT CODES AND SPECIAL OFFERS FOR GEAR WE USE 💰 5% off Transmission Coolers and products from Wholesale Automatic Transmissions. Use code the below link to save and copy the promo code on the page: https://automatictransmission.com.au/perth4wdandcamping-discount/ 15% off Oricom gear, including the DTX4200X dual channel CB radio which we run. Free delivery Australia wide. Excludes already discounted items and can’t be used with other offers. Use code: PERTH4WD15OFF https://oricom.com.au/ 👇 THANKS TO OUR PARTNERS Wholesale Automatic Transmissions Australia’s leading automatic transmission and parts specialist for 4WDs. We run their transmission cooler in our Ford Ranger, so we know their quality firsthand. More at: https://automatictransmission.com.au/ Clearview Accessories Australia’s leading towing mirror specialist for 4WDs. We're run their compact tow mirrors on our Next Gen Ford Ranger, giving us confident rear vision and safety when towing the van. Built tough for Australian conditions. More at: https://www.clearviewaccessories.com.au/ 4x4 Extras, Wangara Operating since 2011, specialising in suspension, GVM upgrades, bull bars, roof racks, electrics, vehicle communications and more. More at: https://4x4extras.com.au/ ✨ WANT MORE PERTH 4WD AND CAMPING? Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/perth4wdandcamping/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/perth4wdandcamping/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@perth4wdandcamping Website for more offers: https://www.perth4wdandcamping.com.au/ #capeyork #caravanlifeaustralia #4wdadventure

We were just 3km from the end of the track - only 3km from rejoining the main road to the Tip of mainland Australia - when we realised we might have made a mistake. What started as “we’re going the fun way” quickly turned into deep water, tight tracks, and a decision that could’ve cost us big. Part of us wanted to send it… but instead, we turned around. After backtracking and taking the long way around, we finally achieve a dream - reaching the northernmost point of mainland Australia. A milestone people plan for years. And after the day we’d had, it felt even more special. This special extended episode also includes: - Leaving Mutee Heads via a wild 4WD line with the van - Exploring Bamaga (and a Max pie review) - Visiting historic Somerset - Tackling the 5 Beaches track - Finding our new favourite remote free camp - Reflecting on the emotion of reaching the Tip - And doing our small bit to clean up rubbish along the coastline Cape York is rugged, remote, and unforgettable - and this is the episode where it all comes together. If you’ve reached the Tip before… you’ll understand the feeling. 📺 CHAPTERS: 00:00 We Might Have Made a Mistake… 01:20 Leaving Mutee Heads (Wild Exit Line) 04:02 Bamaga + Max Pie Review 07:14 Not the Easiest Route to Camp 16:42 Taking the “Fun Way” to the Tip 19:05 3km from the End… Decision Time 20:03 Backtracking & The Long Way Around 22:32 Reaching the Tip of Mainland Australia 31:10 Camp Reflections – Why It Was Worth It 34:35 Exploring Somerset 36:08 The 5 Beaches Track 38:47 Cleaning Up the Coast 48:30 Coming Up Next 👉 Check out last week's episode here: https://youtu.be/s_6c_Uh2voM 👌 DISCOUNT CODES AND SPECIAL OFFERS FOR GEAR WE USE 💰 5% off Transmission Coolers and products from Wholesale Automatic Transmissions. Use code the below link to save and copy the promo code on the page: https://automatictransmission.com.au/perth4wdandcamping-discount/ 15% off Oricom gear, including the DTX4200X dual channel CB radio which we run. Free delivery Australia wide. Excludes already discounted items and can’t be used with other offers. Use code: PERTH4WD15OFF https://oricom.com.au/ 👇 THANKS TO OUR PARTNERS Wholesale Automatic Transmissions Australia’s leading automatic transmission and parts specialist for 4WDs. We run their transmission cooler in our Ford Ranger, so we know their quality firsthand. More at: https://automatictransmission.com.au/ Clearview Accessories Australia’s leading towing mirror specialist for 4WDs. We're run their compact tow mirrors on our Next Gen Ford Ranger, giving us confident rear vision and safety when towing the van. Built tough for Australian conditions. More at: https://www.clearviewaccessories.com.au/ 4x4 Extras, Wangara Operating since 2011, specialising in suspension, GVM upgrades, bull bars, roof racks, electrics, vehicle communications and more. More at: https://4x4extras.com.au/ ✨ WANT MORE PERTH 4WD AND CAMPING? Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/perth4wdandcamping/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/perth4wdandcamping/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@perth4wdandcamping Website for more offers: https://www.perth4wdandcamping.com.au/ #capeyork #caravanlifeaustralia #4wdadventure

Cape York gets wilder from here. In Part 2 of our Cape York adventure we head deeper north - swimming at the iconic Fruit Bat Falls, tackling sections of the Old Telegraph Track, navigating water crossings with the caravan, and finally crossing the famous Jardine River on our way to the most remote parts of the Cape. After asking the question - is the Jardine River crossing worth the $250?... we experience it for ourselves before pushing on to one of the most remote and rewarding free camps we’ve ever stayed at on the coast at Mutee Heads. There are moments that leave Kate too scared to look, sketchy sections with the van, and the kind of challenges that make Cape York what it is - rugged, remote and absolutely worth it. Join us for Part 2… and the best part? It only gets wilder from here. 📺 CHAPTERS: 0:00 Intro - Cape York Gets Wilder 0:42 Fruit Bat Falls Arrival & Swim 🏊‍♂️ 4:17 Carnivorous Plant of Cape York? 🌿 4:42 OTT En Route to Eliot Falls 6:13 Eliot Falls - Just WOW 😍 9:00 More OTT & Is Our Van Still There? 😅 10:21 Camp Life South of Fruit Bat Falls 14:14 Distance Learning PE? 😂 14:37 Mark vs The Dust Continues 15:25 Jardine River Crossing - Worth $250? 🤔 16:50 Water Crossing - “Too Scared To Look” 😬 18:23 Can We Make It With The Van? 🚐 20:17 Arrival at Mutee Heads - Worth the Effort? 🌊 28:27 Camp Cook-Up - A Family Fave 🍳 33:06 In Part 3 - This IS Cape York 34:22 Bloopers 🤪 👉 Check out last week's episode here: https://youtu.be/mWf74mxwO2o 👌 DISCOUNT CODES AND SPECIAL OFFERS FOR GEAR WE USE 💰 5% off Transmission Coolers and products from Wholesale Automatic Transmissions. Use code the below link to save and copy the promo code on the page: https://automatictransmission.com.au/perth4wdandcamping-discount/ 15% off Oricom gear, including the DTX4200X dual channel CB radio which we run. Free delivery Australia wide. Excludes already discounted items and can’t be used with other offers. Use code: PERTH4WD15OFF https://oricom.com.au/ 👇 THANKS TO OUR PARTNERS Wholesale Automatic Transmissions Australia’s leading automatic transmission and parts specialist for 4WDs. We run their transmission cooler in our Ford Ranger, so we know their quality firsthand. More at: https://automatictransmission.com.au/ Clearview Accessories Australia’s leading towing mirror specialist for 4WDs. We're run their compact tow mirrors on our Next Gen Ford Ranger, giving us confident rear vision and safety when towing the van. Built tough for Australian conditions. More at: https://www.clearviewaccessories.com.au/ 4x4 Extras, Wangara Operating since 2011, specialising in suspension, GVM upgrades, bull bars, roof racks, electrics, vehicle communications and more. More at: https://4x4extras.com.au/ ✨ WANT MORE PERTH 4WD AND CAMPING? Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/perth4wdandcamping/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/perth4wdandcamping/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@perth4wdandcamping Website for more offers: https://www.perth4wdandcamping.com.au/ #capeyork #caravanlifeaustralia #4wdadventure

Cape York has officially begun - and it wasted no time testing the van and our nerves. In this episode, we leave Cairns and start the long push north along the Peninsula Development Road (PDR). From relentless corrugations and thick red dust to close calls, van damage checks and the reality of travelling in croc country, this is Cape York exactly as we expected… and exactly as we didn’t. We roll through iconic locations like Lakeland and Coen, debate whether some scenic stops are becoming too expensive for families, set up camp along the Laura River, and finally reach the gateway to the Old Telegraph Track. This is Part 1 of our Cape York adventure - and things only get more remote, rough, and wild from here. 👉 Part 2 coming soon. If you’ve travelled Cape York (or dream of doing it one day), let us know in the comments - and if you’re planning a trip, hopefully this gives you a real taste of what to expect. 📺 CHAPTERS: 0:00 Intro 0:43 Leaving Cairns 3:03 Close Calls on the Road 3:46 Lakeland – Gateway to Cape York 5:36 Split Rock: Are Some Scenic Stops Too Expensive? 6:37 Off-Grid Camp on the Laura River 11:16 A Reminder We’re in Croc Country 13:14 Ready to Hit the Red Dirt 14:29 Corrugations & Dust on the PDR 16:23 Damage Update? 17:03 Coen’s Mining History 18:02 More Dirt, Termites & Reality 18:53 Bramwell Station Junction Roadhouse 19:24 Old Telegraph Track (OTT) Entry 20:22 Camp Setup & Beers 22:42 A Follower Found Us an Incredible Camp 24:16 What Fell Out of the Van 26:09 Coming Up in Part 2 26:57 Bloopers 👉 Check out last week's episode here: https://youtu.be/Tg02bnRjVfk 👌 DISCOUNT CODES AND SPECIAL OFFERS FOR GEAR WE USE 💰 5% off Transmission Coolers and products from Wholesale Automatic Transmissions. Use code the below link to save and copy the promo code on the page: https://automatictransmission.com.au/perth4wdandcamping-discount/ 15% off Oricom gear, including the DTX4200X dual channel CB radio which we run. Free delivery Australia wide. Excludes already discounted items and can’t be used with other offers. Use code: PERTH4WD15OFF https://oricom.com.au/ 👇 THANKS TO OUR PARTNERS Wholesale Automatic Transmissions Australia’s leading automatic transmission and parts specialist for 4WDs. We run their transmission cooler in our Ford Ranger, so we know their quality firsthand. More at: https://automatictransmission.com.au/ Clearview Accessories Australia’s leading towing mirror specialist for 4WDs. We're run their compact tow mirrors on our Next Gen Ford Ranger, giving us confident rear vision and safety when towing the van. Built tough for Australian conditions. More at: https://www.clearviewaccessories.com.au/ 4x4 Extras, Wangara Operating since 2011, specialising in suspension, GVM upgrades, bull bars, roof racks, electrics, vehicle communications and more. More at: https://4x4extras.com.au/ ✨ WANT MORE PERTH 4WD AND CAMPING? Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/perth4wdandcamping/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/perth4wdandcamping/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@perth4wdandcamping Website for more offers: https://www.perth4wdandcamping.com.au/ #capeyork #caravanlifeaustralia #4wdadventure

Episode 41 picks up right where we left off - rolling out of Dingo Pocket and into some of the most beautiful northern Queensland country we’ve seen so far. We arrive in Cairns for the next leg of our lap of Australia, but not before saying a temporary goodbye to Kate as she heads back to Perth. With just Mark and the kids solo, things stay surprisingly calm… until we discover what Kate left behind in the van 😅 We settle into a premo stay at Cairns Coconut, make the most of the epic water park, then hit up the legendary Rusty’s Markets - and you won’t believe what $15 gets you. Next up, it’s mod time. Mark ducks into Autobarn to install the Clearview tow mirrors so many of you recommended. Things then take a serious turn with a nasty finger injury to Izzy, before we hitch up and test the new mirrors on the way to NRMA Cairns Holiday Park. With Cape York looming, it’s time to get under the car and van and start preparing for what’s ahead. Kate rejoins us in Cairns, along with our good mate Tim and we make the most of the region - Kuranda, Port Douglas and of course… a Max pie review 🥧 On our final day, we do something we’ve been putting off - weighing the car and van. The result? A realisation we’re right on the edge of our GCM limit. 🚨 Operation Weight Saving is officially underway - can we shed enough before heading to the top end? CHAPTERS: 00:00 Intro & Leaving Dingo Pocket 01:44 Northern QLD countryside drive 04:00 Cairns Coconut – epic caravan park 05:08 Saying goodbye to Kate (for now) 06:48 What Kate left us in the van 😅 08:45 Rusty’s Markets – $15 haul 09:52 Autobarn run & Clearview tow mirrors 13:08 Van life problems – window lock fail 14:09 Izzy’s injury 😔 17:04 Cape York prep begins 19:02 Kate’s back + Tim joins us 19:26 Kuranda & surrounds 20:44 Port Douglas visit 21:34 Max pie review 🥧 23:46 Weighing the car & van 24:28 GCM reality check 😳 25:46 Operation Weight Saving begins 28:43 Bloopers 👉 Check out last week's episode here: https://youtu.be/cXnNNRfR-OU 👌 DISCOUNT CODES AND SPECIAL OFFERS FOR GEAR WE USE 💰 5% off Transmission Coolers and products from Wholesale Automatic Transmissions. Use code the below link to save and copy the promo code on the page: https://automatictransmission.com.au/perth4wdandcamping-discount/ 15% off Oricom gear, including the DTX4200X dual channel CB radio which we run. Free delivery Australia wide. Excludes already discounted items and can’t be used with other offers. Use code: PERTH4WD15OFF https://oricom.com.au/ 👇 THANKS TO OUR PARTNERS Wholesale Automatic Transmissions Australia’s leading automatic transmission and parts specialist for 4WDs. We run their transmission cooler in our Ford Ranger, so we know their quality firsthand. More at: https://automatictransmission.com.au/ Clearview Accessories Australia’s leading towing mirror specialist for 4WDs. We're run their compact tow mirrors on our Next Gen Ford Ranger, giving us confident rear vision and safety when towing the van. Built tough for Australian conditions. More at: https://www.clearviewaccessories.com.au/ 4x4 Extras, Wangara Operating since 2011, specialising in suspension, GVM upgrades, bull bars, roof racks, electrics, vehicle communications and more. More at: https://4x4extras.com.au/ ✨ WANT MORE PERTH 4WD AND CAMPING? Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/perth4wdandcamping/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/perth4wdandcamping/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@perth4wdandcamping Website for more offers: https://www.perth4wdandcamping.com.au/ #australialap #caravanlifeaustralia #capeyorkprep

We were warned about explosions and helicopters when we arrived at this stunning camp near Tully in the QLD Tablelands 😳 Turns out, this beautiful spot sits right next to a military training area - and sure enough, choppers were flying nearby during our stay. Thankfully, it didn’t take away from what became one of our favourite camps in North Queensland. In this episode, Mark ticks off a huge first with his very first waterfall swim at Millaa Millaa Falls, we wander through magical rainforest walks in the Tablelands and explore some local icons including the Tully Sugar Mill, The Golden Gumboot, and the beautiful Cassowary Coast. Sometimes the most unexpected places deliver the most unforgettable experiences. 👇 CHAPTERS: 00:00 Intro 01:13 Arrival at Camp & the Unexpected Warning 😳 01:45 Great Water Stop In Ingham 01:56 Queensland's Wettest Town - The Golden Gumboot 📸 03:04 Camping Next to a Military Training Area 🚁 08:32 Rainforest Walks in the QLD Tablelands 🌿 15:13 Mark’s First Ever Waterfall Swim 💦 16:53 Tully Sugar Mill 18:28 Cassowary Coast - South Mission Beach 21:26 Why We Loved This Camp So Much Hope you enjoy this episode! Cheers Mark, Kate, Izzy and Max 👉 Check out last week's episode here: https://youtu.be/hEs2QAAH79U 👌 DISCOUNT CODES AND SPECIAL OFFERS FOR GEAR WE USE 💰 5% off Transmission Coolers and products from Wholesale Automatic Transmissions. Use code the below link to save and copy the promo code on the page: https://automatictransmission.com.au/perth4wdandcamping-discount/ 15% off Oricom gear, including the DTX4200X dual channel CB radio which we run. Free delivery Australia wide. Excludes already discounted items and can’t be used with other offers. Use code: PERTH4WD15OFF https://oricom.com.au/ 👇 THANKS TO OUR PARTNERS 4x4 Extras, Wangara Operating since 2011, specialising in suspension, GVM upgrades, bull bars, roof racks, electrics, vehicle communications and more. Find out more at: https://4x4extras.com.au/ Wholesale Automatic Transmissions Australia’s leading automatic transmission and parts specialist for 4WDs. We run their transmission cooler in our Ford Ranger, so we know their quality firsthand. https://automatictransmission.com.au/ ✨ WANT MORE PERTH 4WD AND CAMPING? Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/perth4wdandcamping/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/perth4wdandcamping/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@perth4wdandcamping Website for more offers: https://www.perth4wdandcamping.com.au/ #QLDTablelands#NorthQueensland#CampingAustralia

Townsville was absolutely NUTS - and not just because of the V8 Supercars! We kick things off in Bowen ticking off the Big Mango and Little Mango, plus a quirky fact about the town. Then we settle into an awesome farm stay 25 minutes from Townsville with animals, unlimited firewood and a few generators… cue our “lock the van down like doomsday” noise-blocking tip 😅 A rogue Google Maps detour sends us through the sugarcane fields, but it ends up being a stunning drive. Then it’s all things Townsville: 👉Townsville 500 – V8 Supercars 👉Castle Hill & Stuart Hill lookouts 👉A local swim spot 👉Kissing Point + a bit of history 👉And one very questionable public swing moment 😂 Back at camp we chat van maintenance, dealing with mould in humid QLD and wrap up with a review of Mountview Farm Stay. Hope you enjoy this Townsville adventure ❤️ Cheers Mark, Kate, Izzy and Max ⏱️ CHAPTERS 00:00 That Was Nuts - Intro 00:25 Leaving Airlie Beach Enroute To Bowen 02:27 Big & Little Mango04:38 Bowen Fun Fact 07:04 Sugarcane Detour08:16 Farm Stay Arrival 09:16 Camp Life 10:17 Generators At Camp… 12:46 Townsville 500 V8 Supercars 18:12 Van Maintenance In Humidity 19:30 Animals at Mountview Farm Stay 20:54 Exploring Townsville 21:20 Mount Stuart 22:15 Castle Hill Views15:40 Townsville Rockpool 17:10 Swing Fails 😂 26:36 Kissing Point 28:19 Wrap Up Mountview Farm Stay 29:01 Bloopers 👉 Check out last week's episode here: https://youtu.be/Or9XoWIdy7E 👌 DISCOUNT CODES AND SPECIAL OFFERS FOR GEAR WE USE 💰 5% off Transmission Coolers and products from Wholesale Automatic Transmissions. Use code the below link to save and copy the promo code on the page: https://automatictransmission.com.au/perth4wdandcamping-discount/ 15% off Oricom gear, including the DTX4200X dual channel CB radio which we run. Free delivery Australia wide. Excludes already discounted items and can’t be used with other offers. Use code: PERTH4WD15OFF https://oricom.com.au/ 👇 THANKS TO OUR PARTNERS 4x4 Extras, Wangara Operating since 2011, specialising in suspension, GVM upgrades, bull bars, roof racks, electrics, vehicle communications and more. Find out more at: https://4x4extras.com.au/ T.C Boxes Decking out rigs all across Australia since 2017 with lightweight trays, canopies and accessories to tackle 4WD, touring adventures and daily tradie drives. Find out more at: https://www.tcboxes.com.au/ Wholesale Automatic Transmissions Australia’s leading automatic transmission and parts specialist for 4WDs. We run their transmission cooler in our Ford Ranger, so we know their quality firsthand. https://automatictransmission.com.au/ ✨ WANT MORE PERTH 4WD AND CAMPING? Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/perth4wdandcamping/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/perth4wdandcamping/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@perth4wdandcamping Website for more offers: https://www.perth4wdandcamping.com.au/ #townsville #v8supercars #queensland

We Spent $500 for One Day on Hamilton Island… Worth It? This week we roll out of Notch Point and jump straight into another wild ride as we head for the iconic Whitsunday destination, Hamilton Island - for one of the most beautiful (and expensive) family day trips we’ve ever done. Rough seas, big laughs, an honest look at the cost of visiting Hamilton Island, snorkelling in paradise, and settling into Airlie Beach… this one had everything. Thanks for being here guys ❤️ Mark, Kate, Izzy and Max 👇 If you're enjoying the journey, don’t forget to like & subscribe - it really helps the channel grow! ⏱️ Timestamps: 00:00 - Intro: what a ride 00:41 - Leaving Notch Point after last week’s muddy adventure 02:48 - Cheeky overnighter at The Leap Hotel 06:03 - Arriving in Airlie Beach - our base for the next few days 07:45 - Exploring the waterfront of Airlie Beach 11:48 - Boarding the ferry to Hamilton Island 12:56 - Exploring Hamilton Island 14:57 - The $500 day trip breakdown 16:52 - Kids on the massive swing with that insane view 20:22 - Snorkelling on Catseye Beach 22:22 - Wrapping up - was it worth it? 23:39 - Bloopers 📍Locations: - The Leap Hotel, The Leap, QLD - Whitsunday Heritage Cane Cutters Cottage 👉 Check out last week's episode here: https://youtu.be/7ffvX2lPMzY 👌 DISCOUNT CODES AND SPECIAL OFFERS FOR GEAR WE USE 💰 5% off Transmission Coolers and products from Wholesale Automatic Transmissions. Use code the below link to save and copy the promo code on the page: https://automatictransmission.com.au/perth4wdandcamping-discount/ 15% off Oricom gear, including the DTX4200X dual channel CB radio which we run. Free delivery Australia wide. Excludes already discounted items and can’t be used with other offers. Use code: PERTH4WD15OFF https://oricom.com.au/ 👇 THANKS TO OUR PARTNERS 4x4 Extras, Wangara Operating since 2011, specialising in suspension, GVM upgrades, bull bars, roof racks, electrics, vehicle communications and more. Find out more at: https://4x4extras.com.au/ T.C Boxes Decking out rigs all across Australia since 2017 with lightweight trays, canopies and accessories to tackle 4WD, touring adventures and daily tradie drives. Find out more at: https://www.tcboxes.com.au/ Wholesale Automatic Transmissions Australia’s leading automatic transmission and parts specialist for 4WDs. We run their transmission cooler in our Ford Ranger, so we know their quality firsthand. https://automatictransmission.com.au/ ✨ WANT MORE PERTH 4WD AND CAMPING? Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/perth4wdandcamping/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/perth4wdandcamping/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@perth4wdandcamping Website for more offers: https://www.perth4wdandcamping.com.au/ #hamiltonisland #adventure #queensland

This turned into our muddiest drive yet - and we were towing the caravan through ruts, tight tracks and muddy crossings that had Kate literally covering her eyes. The journey into Notch Point was equal parts stressful and spectacular… and once we finally rolled in, it instantly became one of the best free camps of our lap. Before that, we stayed at Headlow Creek Reserve - an incredible free camp with campfire vibes and a surprise morning storm. But the reward? Stunning coastline, a cracking campfire and even an unexpected find… a giant whale bone washed up near camp. We hope you enjoy this mud-filled episode of our AUS Lap! 📍 Locations: - Headlow Creek Reserve (free camp) - Notch Point (free camp) 👇 If you're enjoying the journey, don’t forget to like & subscribe - it really helps the channel grow! ⏱️ Chapters: 00:00 - Our Muddiest Drive Yet 03:01 - Headlow Creek Reserve 05:56 - Leaving for Notch Point 07:52 - Tight Tracks With the Van 10:17 - Mud Challenge - Kate Can’t Watch 12:21 - Arriving at Notch Point 17:16 - Whale Bone Discovery 20:04 - Back Out Through The Mud 21:47 - Final Thoughts Thanks for watching and see you next weekend for more adventures on the road! Cheers Mark, Kate, Izzy and Max 👉 Check out last week's episode here: https://youtu.be/8gF2QQayFuo 👌 DISCOUNT CODES AND SPECIAL OFFERS FOR GEAR WE USE 💰 5% off Transmission Coolers and products from Wholesale Automatic Transmissions. Use code the below link to save and copy the promo code on the page: https://automatictransmission.com.au/perth4wdandcamping-discount/ 15% off Oricom gear, including the DTX4200X dual channel CB radio which we run. Free delivery Australia wide. Excludes already discounted items and can’t be used with other offers. Use code: PERTH4WD15OFF https://oricom.com.au/ 👇 THANKS TO OUR PARTNERS 4x4 Extras, Wangara Operating since 2011, specialising in suspension, GVM upgrades, bull bars, roof racks, electrics, vehicle communications and more. Find out more at: https://4x4extras.com.au/ T.C Boxes Decking out rigs all across Australia since 2017 with lightweight trays, canopies and accessories to tackle 4WD, touring adventures and daily tradie drives. Find out more at: https://www.tcboxes.com.au/ Wholesale Automatic Transmissions Australia’s leading automatic transmission and parts specialist for 4WDs. We run their transmission cooler in our Ford Ranger, so we know their quality firsthand. https://automatictransmission.com.au/ WANT MORE PERTH 4WD AND CAMPING? Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/perth4wdandcamping/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/perth4wdandcamping/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@perth4wdandcamping Website for more offers: https://www.perth4wdandcamping.com.au/ #caravanlife #offroad #queensland

We left Bundaberg and made our way north along Queensland’s stunning coastline - setting up camp at Deepwater on a moody, rainy afternoon that turned into pure magic. The Ranger gets an offroad test through the Deepwater National Park and we visit the historic first Queensland landing site at 1770, soaking up the relaxed coastal vibes of Yeppoon - this leg of the trip surprised us at every turn. But the real highlight? An underground world formed from ancient coral reef deposits - the incredible Capricorn Caves near Rockhampton. And thanks to a chat with our local tour guide, our plans changed - sending us hiking up Mount Etna for an experience we’ll never forget. Epic coastlines, a touch of rain, campfire moments and a few family food reviews (yes - Max’s pie review is back - and a first from Izzy…). This week’s adventure captures what we love most about travel - slowing down, meeting locals and discovering places you might otherwise miss. ✨ Chapters: 0:00 Intro 0:52 Leaving Bundaberg 1:32 Deepwater camp & rainy vibes 5:15 Exploring Deepwater National Park 10:06 Captain Cook’s first QLD landing at 1770 16:12 Max’s Pie Review & Doughnut Review 20:38 Take A Break Bush Camp 22:52 Yeppoon coastline 22:06 Capricorn Caves underground tour 33:14 Mount Etna sunset hike 37:12 Reflections 38:53 Bloopers ⛺ Camps: - Korners Bush Escape Deepwater: https://shorturl.at/wAqrQ - Take a Break Bush Camp, near Rockhampton: https://takeabreakbushcamp.com.au/ Thanks for watching and see you next Saturday for more adventures on the road! Cheers Mark, Kate, Izzy and Max 👉 Check out last week's episode here: https://youtu.be/iDYIMgoV7Ys 👌 DISCOUNT CODES AND SPECIAL OFFERS FOR GEAR WE USE 💰 5% off Transmission Coolers and products from Wholesale Automatic Transmissions. Use code the below link to save and copy the promo code on the page: https://automatictransmission.com.au/perth4wdandcamping-discount/ 15% off Oricom gear, including the DTX4200X dual channel CB radio which we run. Free delivery Australia wide. Excludes already discounted items and can’t be used with other offers. Use code: PERTH4WD15OFF https://oricom.com.au/ 👇 THANKS TO OUR PARTNERS 4x4 Extras, Wangara Operating since 2011, specialising in suspension, GVM upgrades, bull bars, roof racks, electrics, vehicle communications and more. Find out more at: https://4x4extras.com.au/ T.C Boxes Decking out rigs all across Australia since 2017 with lightweight trays, canopies and accessories to tackle 4WD, touring adventures and daily tradie drives. Find out more at: https://www.tcboxes.com.au/ ✨ WANT MORE PERTH 4WD AND CAMPING? Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/perth4wdandcamping/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/perth4wdandcamping/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@perth4wdandcamping Website for more offers: https://www.perth4wdandcamping.com.au/ #mountetna #1770 #queensland

Back on the mainland after Fraser and we ended up spending time around the Fraser Coast - and honestly, we didn’t expect to like it as much as we did. It’s one of those regions that a lot of people drive straight through on the way to the bigger names, but slowing down here was exactly what we needed. Small towns, easy coastline, friendly locals - just a really good pace. We also chat through some of the rust prevention things we do after beach driving. Not a full on how-to, just a few tips and products we use to keep the 4WD and caravan rust free and in decent shape after plenty of salty, sandy days. ✋ If you’ve got any Fraser Coast favourites (camps, bakeries, lookouts, whatever), we’d love to hear them - we’re definitely coming back. Thanks for watching and see you next Saturday for more adventures on the road! 📍 Chapters: 00:00 Back on the mainland 01:39 First impressions of the Fraser Coast 04:39 Wandering Maryborough 08:45 The Mary Poppins connection 11:29 What we do after beach driving 13:52 Sunset cruise at Hervey Bay 17:21 The joys of schooling in a van 18:40 Hervey Bay exploring 24:50 Tastebuds light up in Bundaberg 31:13 Final thoughts 32:20 Bloopers Cheers Mark, Kate, Izzy and Max 👉 Check out last week's episode here: https://youtu.be/1DwPD1l3ULA 👌 DISCOUNT CODES AND SPECIAL OFFERS FOR GEAR WE USE 💰 5% off Transmission Coolers and products from Wholesale Automatic Transmissions. Use code the below link to save and copy the promo code on the page: https://automatictransmission.com.au/perth4wdandcamping-discount/ 15% off Oricom gear, including the DTX4200X dual channel CB radio which we run. Free delivery Australia wide. Excludes already discounted items and can’t be used with other offers. Use code: PERTH4WD15OFF https://oricom.com.au/ 👇 THANKS TO OUR PARTNERS 4x4 Extras, Wangara Operating since 2011, specialising in suspension, GVM upgrades, bull bars, roof racks, electrics, vehicle communications and more. Find out more at: https://4x4extras.com.au/ T.C Boxes Decking out rigs all across Australia since 2017 with lightweight trays, canopies and accessories to tackle 4WD, touring adventures and daily tradie drives. Find out more at: https://www.tcboxes.com.au/ ✨ WANT MORE PERTH 4WD AND CAMPING? Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/perth4wdandcamping/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/perth4wdandcamping/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@perth4wdandcamping Website for more offers: https://www.perth4wdandcamping.com.au/ #frasercoast #rustprevention #4wd

Back for Part 2 on Fraser Island. We camp right on the beach with the van, explore more of this incredible island and chat through what we wish we knew before coming over. After last week’s “was it worth the risk” question, we definitely learnt a few things the hard way. From soft sand, rocky sections and tides to watching another van come loose on the beach, there’s plenty we’ll do differently next time. If you’re thinking about bringing your caravan to Fraser, hopefully this gives you a bit of insight into what it’s really like and a few tips to make it smoother for you. Let us know in the comments if you’ve done this trip or it’s still on your list - and what you’d do differently now you’ve seen it. See you next week for more adventures on the road! 📍 Chapters 0:00 Back on Fraser Island (Part 2) 1:15 Leaving Cathedrals for our Beach Camp 1:51 Helping out a stranded van 6:29 Exploring more of the island 8:53 Lake Mackenzie magic 10:08 We make the western side 13:31 The Famous Eli Creek 15:56 Beach camp family bliss 18:30 What we wish we knew before coming 23:35 Tackling beach washouts with a van 26:34 Post beach jobs and cleaning 27:50 Bloopers Cheers Mark, Kate, Izzy and Max Vision filmed in late June, 2025. 👉 Check out Part 1 of our Fraser Island Adventure: https://youtu.be/NihS58EoLb0 👌 DISCOUNT CODES AND SPECIAL OFFERS FOR GEAR WE USE 💰 5% off Transmission Coolers and products from Wholesale Automatic Transmissions. Use code the below link to save and copy the promo code on the page: https://automatictransmission.com.au/perth4wdandcamping-discount/ 15% off Oricom gear, including the DTX4200X dual channel CB radio which we run. Free delivery Australia wide. Excludes already discounted items and can’t be used with other offers. Use code: PERTH4WD15OFF https://oricom.com.au/ 👇 THANKS TO OUR PARTNERS 4x4 Extras, Wangara Operating since 2011, specialising in suspension, GVM upgrades, bull bars, roof racks, electrics, vehicle communications and more. Find out more at: https://4x4extras.com.au/ T.C Boxes Decking out rigs all across Australia since 2017 with lightweight trays, canopies and accessories to tackle 4WD, touring adventures and daily tradie drives. Find out more at: https://www.tcboxes.com.au/ ✨ WANT MORE PERTH 4WD AND CAMPING? Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/perth4wdandcamping/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/perth4wdandcamping/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@perth4wdandcamping Website for more offers: https://www.perth4wdandcamping.com.au/ #fraserisland #caravanlife #4wd

This week we head to the famous Fraser Island - the World's biggest sand island for our biggest challenge yet in our Gator X Caravan. We get to experience the famous soft sand of Inskip Point, before tackling the big island tides. The island has taken many vehicles over the years, which begs the question - should you take a van over? With our off-road van, we're ready and excited for the challenge. Join us as we tackle this bucket list 4WD island from Inskip Point to South Ngkala. See you next week for Part 2. And we'd love to hear from you in the comments - have you taken a van over to Fraser? What was your experience, or do you have this trip planned for the future? 📍 Chapters 0:00 Intro – Taking the Caravan to Fraser 0:42 Soft Sand at Inskip Point 2:36 Boarding the Fraser Ferry 3:04 Beach Driving and Big Tides 8:21 S.S Maheno with the van 8:46 Camp at Cathedrals on Fraser 13:09 Indian Head & Champagne Pools 16:39 Waddy Point 18:15 Max’s Pie Review 19:32 Disappointment at South Ngkala Rocks 21:42 Reflections & Why We Chose Cathedrals 23:31 What’s Coming in Part 2 Cheers Mark, Kate, Izzy and Max Vision filmed in late June, 2025. 👉 Check out last week's Episode in the Glasshouse Mountains and Inskip Point: https://youtu.be/jixHbldu31A 👌 DISCOUNT CODES AND SPECIAL OFFERS FOR GEAR WE USE 💰 5% off Transmission Coolers and products from Wholesale Automatic Transmissions. Use code the below link to save and copy the promo code on the page: https://automatictransmission.com.au/perth4wdandcamping-discount/ 15% off Oricom gear, including the DTX4200X dual channel CB radio which we run. Free delivery Australia wide. Excludes already discounted items and can’t be used with other offers. Use code: PERTH4WD15OFF https://oricom.com.au/ 👇 THANKS TO OUR PARTNERS 4x4 Extras, Wangara Operating since 2011, specialising in suspension, GVM upgrades, bull bars, roof racks, electrics, vehicle communications and more. Find out more at: https://4x4extras.com.au/ T.C Boxes Decking out rigs all across Australia since 2017 with lightweight trays, canopies and accessories to tackle 4WD, touring adventures and daily tradie drives. Find out more at: https://www.tcboxes.com.au/ Wholesale Automatic Transmissions Australia’s leading automatic transmission and parts specialist for 4WDs. We run their transmission cooler in our Ford Ranger, so we know their quality firsthand. https://automatictransmission.com.au/ ✨ WANT MORE PERTH 4WD AND CAMPING? Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/perth4wdandcamping/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/perth4wdandcamping/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@perth4wdandcamping Website for more offers: https://www.perth4wdandcamping.com.au/ #fraserisland #caravanning #4wd

Who does this? You pay for Hipcamps to have open space, privacy and we find ourselves in a situation like this... Has camp etiquette gone, or is this just a small few people? We'd love to hear from you in the comments. In this South East Queensland episode we explore the stunning Glasshouse Mountains, take a hike up Mount N and visit the impressive Australia Zoo. We also make our journey towards Fraser Island with the van, stopping for a night at Inskip Point and nerves get a little on edge as we ponder the prospect of tackling our biggest challenge yet in our Gator X. Chapters: 0:00 - Intro 0:45 - Enroute to the Glasshouse Mountains 1:43 - Camping at Block On The Hill 2:25 - Mt Ngungun Hike With New Friends 4:57 - Campfire and Damper 10:10 - Australia Zoo 13:58 - Has Camp Etiquette Gone? 17:19 - The Famous Inskip Point 22:06 - Bloopers Cheers Mark, Kate, Izzy and Max 👌 DISCOUNT CODES AND SPECIAL OFFERS FOR GEAR WE USE 💰 5% off Transmission Coolers and products from Wholesale Automatic Transmissions. Use code the below link to save and copy the promo code on the page: https://automatictransmission.com.au/perth4wdandcamping-discount/ 15% off Oricom gear, including the DTX4200X dual channel CB radio which we run. Free delivery Australia wide. Excludes already discounted items and can’t be used with other offers. Use code: PERTH4WD15OFF https://oricom.com.au/ 👇 THANKS TO OUR PARTNERS 4x4 Extras, Wangara Operating since 2011, specialising in suspension, GVM upgrades, bull bars, roof racks, electrics, vehicle communications and more. Find out more at: https://4x4extras.com.au/ T.C Boxes Decking out rigs all across Australia since 2017 with lightweight trays, canopies and accessories to tackle 4WD, touring adventures and daily tradie drives. Find out more at: https://www.tcboxes.com.au/ ✨ WANT MORE PERTH 4WD AND CAMPING? Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/perth4wdandcamping/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/perth4wdandcamping/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@perth4wdandcamping Website for more offers: https://www.perth4wdandcamping.com.au/ #glasshousemountains #queensland #campetiquette

Queensland has some stiff competition when it comes to epic beach 4WD destinations. We think Moreton Island has to be a contender as the sunshine state's best. Join us for this epic adventure and tell us your thoughts in the comments. This episode is packed full of 4WD adventure in our Next Gen Ford Ranger, we snorkel the wrecks of Tangalooma, explore the history of the island and it's our first break from living full-time in our van for the past 8 months! Stay tuned for our Fraser Island visit coming up soon - with the van too 😉 Chapters: 0:00 - Intro 1:59 - Micat Ferry to Moreton Island 2:55 - We arrive at Moreton Island 4:51 - WW2 Gun Emplacements at Cowan Cowan 6:44 - Our Family Suite at Tangalooma Island Resort 9:30 - 4WD trip to Yellow Patch 13:56 - Cape Moreton Lighthouse 17:40 - Snorkelling the wrecks at Tangalooma 19:57 - East and Southern Island 4WD Explore 24:15 - Remote Pub Reward 27:09 - Big Sandhills Fun 27:57 - More shipwrecks (Fairlight) 29:14 - Moreton Wrap Up and Costs 31:47 - Bloopers Cheers Mark, Kate, Izzy and Max 👌 DISCOUNT CODES AND SPECIAL OFFERS FOR GEAR WE USE 💰 5% off Transmission Coolers and products from Wholesale Automatic Transmissions. Use code the below link to save and copy the promo code on the page: https://automatictransmission.com.au/perth4wdandcamping-discount/ 15% off Oricom gear, including the DTX4200X dual channel CB radio which we run. Free delivery Australia wide. Excludes already discounted items and can’t be used with other offers. Use code: PERTH4WD15OFF https://oricom.com.au/ 👇 THANKS TO OUR PARTNERS 4x4 Extras, Wangara Operating since 2011, specialising in suspension, GVM upgrades, bull bars, roof racks, electrics, vehicle communications and more. Find out more at: https://4x4extras.com.au/ T.C Boxes Decking out rigs all across Australia since 2017 with lightweight trays, canopies and accessories to tackle 4WD, touring adventures and daily tradie drives. Find out more at: https://www.tcboxes.com.au/ Wholesale Automatic Transmissions Australia’s leading automatic transmission and parts specialist for 4WDs. We run their transmission cooler in our Ford Ranger, so we know their quality firsthand. https://automatictransmission.com.au/ ✨ WANT MORE PERTH 4WD AND CAMPING? Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/perth4wdandcamping/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/perth4wdandcamping/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@perth4wdandcamping Website for more offers: https://www.perth4wdandcamping.com.au/ #moretonisland #queensland #4wd

You asked for real - so here it is. Full-time YouTubing on the road isn’t always smooth sailing… and in this episode we share some of the highs and the lows of van life and creating content while travelling. It’s not all roses 🌹 but we wouldn’t trade it for anything. Along the way we hit three epic free camps (Nindigully Pub, Goondiwindi and Texas), cross the border into Queensland and pack in some big city adventures - from an adrenaline-filled Gold Coast stay (yes, including Warner Bros. Movie World 🎢) to climbing Brisbane’s iconic Story Bridge. And of course… not one, but TWO Max Pie Reviews - both absolute 10/10s 🥧👌 If you’ve ever wondered what the reality of full-time travel + creating on YouTube looks like, this one’s for you. Chapters: 0:00 - Intro 0:51 - Leaving NSW & crossing into Queensland 4:50 - Free camp at Nindigully Pub 7:13 - Goondiwindi stopover + riverside camp 10:56 - Texas camp & historic QLD bridge 15:15 - First Max Pie Review 🥧 20:05 - Gold Coast adventure - Warner Bros. Movie World 🎢 21:30 - Exploring Brisbane & climbing the Story Bridge 25:15 - Surfers Paradise QLD and beach destroyed 26:25 - Big4 Gold Coast Holiday Park Review 27:44 - Stay at Beenleigh Showgrounds 28:32 - Exploring Brissie with the Birthday girl 31:41 - Second Max Pie Review 🥧👌 33:13 - Climbing Brisbane's Story Bridge 36:10 - It’s Not All Roses (keeping it real) 43:48 - Bloopers Cheers Mark, Kate, Izzy and Max 👌 DISCOUNT CODES AND SPECIAL OFFERS FOR GEAR WE USE 💰 5% off Transmission Coolers and products from Wholesale Automatic Transmissions. Use code the below link to save and copy the promo code on the page: https://automatictransmission.com.au/perth4wdandcamping-discount/ 15% off Oricom gear, including the DTX4200X dual channel CB radio which we run. Free delivery Australia wide. Excludes already discounted items and can’t be used with other offers. Use code: PERTH4WD15OFF https://oricom.com.au/ 👇 THANKS TO OUR PARTNERS 4x4 Extras, Wangara Operating since 2011, specialising in suspension, GVM upgrades, bull bars, roof racks, electrics, vehicle communications and more. Find out more at: https://4x4extras.com.au/ T.C Boxes Decking out rigs all across Australia since 2017 with lightweight trays, canopies and accessories to tackle 4WD, touring adventures and daily tradie drives. Find out more at: https://www.tcboxes.com.au/ Wholesale Automatic Transmissions Australia’s leading automatic transmission and parts specialist for 4WDs. We run their transmission cooler in our Ford Ranger, so we know their quality firsthand. https://automatictransmission.com.au/ ✨ WANT MORE PERTH 4WD AND CAMPING? Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/perth4wdandcamping/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/perth4wdandcamping/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@perth4wdandcamping Website for more offers: https://www.perth4wdandcamping.com.au/ #youtubelife #queensland #travelaustralia

Lightning Ridge is world-famous as the home of Australia’s rare black opal — but it’s also one of the country’s strangest, quirkiest towns. In this episode of our AUS LAP Series (E40), we head underground into an opal mine, wander through a bizarre world of sculptures carved into rock over decades with a butter knife and explore the eccentric side of Lightning Ridge — from a controversial castle to a house made entirely of beer cans. We also drop into the iconic John Murray Gallery, camp locally, and cap it all off with the craziest pub crawl we’ve ever done (including the one we crown Australia’s wildest pub). Come along as we dive into the strange, creative and wonderfully eccentric side of Lightning Ridge. Subscribe and check out our full AUS LAP Playlist Here: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLI-QQAp6oWaocubXdAw8t5clGHGKqPxVO ⏱️ Chapters 00:00 – What's coming up 01:27 – Water Divining and Silo Art 02:15 – Off Grid Free Camp in Bingara 09:13 – Max's Pie Review (Watson's Kitchen) 10:09 – The Australian Telescope Compact Array 11:53 – Burren Junction Artesian Bore Baths 14:46 – Lightning Ridge Here We Come 16:03 – Going underground in a Lightning Ridge mine 20:11 – Chambers of the Black Hand Sculptures 24:22 – The Beer Can House 26:16 – Amigo’s Castle (quirky & controversial) 19:30 – The Beer Can House 29:25 – John Murray Gallery 30:22 – Lorne Station Camping 33:28 – The Wild Pub Crawl Begins 36:47 – Australia’s Wildest Pub? 38:00 – Free Camping at The Club In The Scrub 43:12 – Bloopers Cheers Mark, Kate, Izzy and Max 👇 DISCOUNT CODES AND SPECIAL OFFERS FOR GEAR WE USE 15% off Oricom gear, including the DTX4200X dual channel CB radio which we run. Free delivery Australia wide. Excludes already discounted items and can’t be used with other offers. Use code: PERTH4WD15OFF https://oricom.com.au/ 5% off Transmission Coolers and products from Wholesale Automatic Transmissions. Use code: PERTH4WD5OFF. https://automatictransmission.com.au/ 👌 DISCOUNT CODES AND SPECIAL OFFERS FOR GEAR WE USE 💰 5% off Transmission Coolers and products from Wholesale Automatic Transmissions. Use code the below link to save and copy the promo code on the page: https://automatictransmission.com.au/perth4wdandcamping-discount/ 15% off Oricom gear, including the DTX4200X dual channel CB radio which we run. Free delivery Australia wide. Excludes already discounted items and can’t be used with other offers. Use code: PERTH4WD15OFF https://oricom.com.au/ 👇 THANKS TO OUR PARTNERS 4x4 Extras, Wangara Operating since 2011, specialising in suspension, GVM upgrades, bull bars, roof racks, electrics, vehicle communications and more. Find out more at: https://4x4extras.com.au/ T.C Boxes Decking out rigs all across Australia since 2017 with lightweight trays, canopies and accessories to tackle 4WD, touring adventures and daily tradie drives. Find out more at: https://www.tcboxes.com.au/ Wholesale Automatic Transmissions Australia’s leading automatic transmission and parts specialist for 4WDs. We run their transmission cooler in our Ford Ranger, so we know their quality firsthand. https://automatictransmission.com.au/ ✨ WANT MORE PERTH 4WD AND CAMPING? Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/perth4wdandcamping/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/perth4wdandcamping/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@perth4wdandcamping Website for more offers: https://www.perth4wdandcamping.com.au/ #lightningridge #blackopal #travelaustralia

Tamworth — Australia’s Country Music Capital 🎶 In this episode, a simple water fill nearly turns into a disaster 💦… yes, things escalated fast! But the trip also gives us something unforgettable - an exclusive 1:1 interview with Lindsay Butler, Slim Dusty’s guitarist for 17 years. This episode is packed: 👉🏻 Our van life FAIL on the road (yep… water everywhere) 👉🏻 Why Tamworth is the Country Music Capital of Australia 👉🏻 Exclusive 1:1 interview with Lindsay Butler - Slim Dusty’s guitarist for 17 years! From chaos on the road to some unforgettable off-grid camping moments in Tamworth, this lap around Australia keeps surprising us. Thanks for riding along with us — don’t forget to like 👍 drop a comment 💬 and subscribe 🔔 so you don’t miss the next stop on our AUS LAP adventure. 📺 CHAPTERS: 00:00 Intro 01:01 Scone: The Busiest Dump Point Ever… 01:32 Barrington Tops Detour – Here’s Why 03:00 Off Grid Bliss at Chaffey Dam 05:20 Baja Boss Tyre Update for the Ranger 09:10 Heading to Tamworth! 09:50 Tamworth: Australian Country Music Hall of Fame 12:46 Van Life at LBS MusicLand 14:06 Tamworth Astronomy – The Hewitt Camera Story 17:35 Bug Surprise at Tamworth 18:55 Tamworth Classic Car Show 22:58 Oxley Lookout & Flagstaff Mountain Walk 27:32 Exclusive 1:1 Interview with Lindsay Butler – Slim Dusty’s Guitarist 32:31 Water Fill Goes Wrong 💦 (Van Life Fail) 36:05 Bloopers Cheers Mark, Kate, Izzy and Max 👌 DISCOUNT CODES AND SPECIAL OFFERS FOR GEAR WE USE 💰 5% off Transmission Coolers and products from Wholesale Automatic Transmissions. Use code the below link to save and copy the promo code on the page: https://automatictransmission.com.au/perth4wdandcamping-discount/ 15% off Oricom gear, including the DTX4200X dual channel CB radio which we run. Free delivery Australia wide. Excludes already discounted items and can’t be used with other offers. Use code: PERTH4WD15OFF https://oricom.com.au/ 👇 THANKS TO OUR PARTNERS 4x4 Extras, Wangara Operating since 2011, specialising in suspension, GVM upgrades, bull bars, roof racks, electrics, vehicle communications and more. Find out more at: https://4x4extras.com.au/ T.C Boxes Decking out rigs all across Australia since 2017 with lightweight trays, canopies and accessories to tackle 4WD, touring adventures and daily tradie drives. Find out more at: https://www.tcboxes.com.au/ ✨ WANT MORE PERTH 4WD AND CAMPING? Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/perth4wdandcamping/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/perth4wdandcamping/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@perth4wdandcamping Website for more offers: https://www.perth4wdandcamping.com.au/ #caravanlife #slimdusty #tamworth

We left Glenworth Valley behind, chasing a little sunshine along the NSW coast… but Newcastle had other plans 🌧😅! From soaked family chaos, van mishaps, to a storm of the century hitting the Hunter & Mid North Coast, this week’s adventure had it all. Along the way, we squeezed in a bit of history at Fort Scratchley, got up close with fighter jets at Williamtown, enjoyed a famous Max pie and even won a meat platter at a local pub — the locals made us feel incredibly welcome! Watch the full video to see if we escaped Newcastle in time and experience all the chaos, laughs and little adventures along the way. 📍 Locations featured: Glenworth Valley, Umina Beach, Munmorah State Conservation Area, Newcastle, Fort Scratchley, Fighter World Williamtown, Hinton. 👍 Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more family adventures around Australia! Video Chapters: 0:00 – Intro / Leaving Glenworth Valley 🌧 1:24 – Stop at Umina Beach & Rain Chaos 1:20 – Spring Clean and Mark the Bird Whisperer 10:58 – Munmorah State Conservation Area / off-grid break 12:07 – Clothing-optional beach cheeky moment 😅 15:11 – Max pie review – 10/10! 🥧 17:37 - Van mishap No.1 18:09 - Free pub stay in Newcastle & van fixes 20:50 – Fort Scratchley history / War on Newcastle! 24:11 – Fighter World Williamtown / F35A landing ✈️ 27:40 – Meat platter win at Hinton pub 🥩 29:48 – Adolphe Shipwreck / soaked dash back to car 31:06 – Leaving Newcastle as major weather event hits 🌧 32:04 – Bloopers Cheers Mark, Kate, Izzy and Max 👌 DISCOUNT CODES AND SPECIAL OFFERS FOR GEAR WE USE 💰 5% off Transmission Coolers and products from Wholesale Automatic Transmissions. Use code the below link to save and copy the promo code on the page: https://automatictransmission.com.au/perth4wdandcamping-discount/ 15% off Oricom gear, including the DTX4200X dual channel CB radio which we run. Free delivery Australia wide. Excludes already discounted items and can’t be used with other offers. Use code: PERTH4WD15OFF https://oricom.com.au/ 👇 THANKS TO OUR PARTNERS 4x4 Extras, Wangara Operating since 2011, specialising in suspension, GVM upgrades, bull bars, roof racks, electrics, vehicle communications and more. Find out more at: https://4x4extras.com.au/ T.C Boxes Decking out rigs all across Australia since 2017 with lightweight trays, canopies and accessories to tackle 4WD, touring adventures and daily tradie drives. Find out more at: https://www.tcboxes.com.au/ ✨ WANT MORE PERTH 4WD AND CAMPING? Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/perth4wdandcamping/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/perth4wdandcamping/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@perth4wdandcamping Website for more offers: https://www.perth4wdandcamping.com.au/ #caravanlife #newcastle #familytravel

We set up camp in Glenworth Valley, NSW — and woke up to a month’s worth of rain overnight! ⛈️ Let’s just say… things didn’t exactly go to plan. The trip takes us from Ku-Ring-Gai Chase National Park, chasing waterfalls and hikes, to a peaceful stay at Canoelands Orchard. Along the way we hit a few unexpected dramas — like finding a dump point in Sydney (not easy!) and even a quick detour to vote in the Australian national election. But the biggest stop? 🥧 Glenorie Bakery, home of Australia’s Best Pie three years running. Does it really live up to the hype… and will it stand up to Max’s pie review? Whether you’re here for camping adventures, food reviews, or tips on exploring Sydney’s backyard — this trip has a little of everything. 📺 Chapters: 0:00 - Intro 3:13 - Reviewing Australia’s “Best Pie” at Glenorie Bakery 1:02 - Detour to vote in the National Election 5:42 - Canoelands Orchard Camping Stay 7:04 - Exploring Ku-Ring-Gai Chase National Park & waterfalls 9:54 - The Basin Trail Walk & Campground 12:58 - Canoelands Orchard Camp Review 14:19 - Finding a dump point in Sydney is hard 17:25 - Glenworth Valley Camping 20:46 - A Months Rain Overnight… 23:08 - Reflections and why Sydney camping isn’t cheap Cheers Mark, Kate, Izzy and Max 👌 DISCOUNT CODES AND SPECIAL OFFERS FOR GEAR WE USE 💰 5% off Transmission Coolers and products from Wholesale Automatic Transmissions. Use code the below link to save and copy the promo code on the page: https://automatictransmission.com.au/perth4wdandcamping-discount/ 15% off Oricom gear, including the DTX4200X dual channel CB radio which we run. Free delivery Australia wide. Excludes already discounted items and can’t be used with other offers. Use code: PERTH4WD15OFF https://oricom.com.au/ 👇 THANKS TO OUR PARTNERS 4x4 Extras, Wangara Operating since 2011, specialising in suspension, GVM upgrades, bull bars, roof racks, electrics, vehicle communications and more. Find out more at: https://4x4extras.com.au/ T.C Boxes Decking out rigs all across Australia since 2017 with lightweight trays, canopies and accessories to tackle 4WD, touring adventures and daily tradie drives. Find out more at: https://www.tcboxes.com.au/ ✨ WANT MORE PERTH 4WD AND CAMPING? Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/perth4wdandcamping/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/perth4wdandcamping/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@perth4wdandcamping Website for more offers: https://www.perth4wdandcamping.com.au/ #CampingAustralia #GlenworthValley #AustraliasBestPie

Travelling NSW with kids isn’t as cheap as it looks! 💸 On this leg of our Aussie Lap, we explore Ilford Cherry Farm, Oberon and Portland (the town that built Sydney), discovering a sneaky family travel cost that catch you off guard. If you’re planning a family road trip, this video is packed with travel tips, stunning destinations and honest reflections. 👉 We love travelling with our kids - but it can be hard on the hip pocket. What's your #1 tip to keep travel costs down? 📺 Chapters: 0:00 - Intro 0:49 - Leaving Neville enroute to Oberon 1:36 - Oberon Highlights 10:13 - Ilford Cherry Farm camping 14:05 - World's Second Largest Canyon 14:47 - Portland - The Town That Built Sydney 16:46 - Walk to the Pub from Camp - Again! 17:40 - Mudgee Highlights & Winery 20:50 - Reflections on the hidden cost for family travel 26:04 - Bloopers For more on our stays: Just Up Here, Oberon: https://www.hipcamp.com/en-AU/land/new-south-wales-just-up-here-06yhd20e Ilford Valley Cherry Farm, Ilford: https://www.cherry-farm.com.au/ Cheers Mark, Kate, Izzy and Max 👌 DISCOUNT CODES AND SPECIAL OFFERS FOR GEAR WE USE 💰 5% off Transmission Coolers and products from Wholesale Automatic Transmissions. Use code the below link to save and copy the promo code on the page: https://automatictransmission.com.au/perth4wdandcamping-discount/ 15% off Oricom gear, including the DTX4200X dual channel CB radio which we run. Free delivery Australia wide. Excludes already discounted items and can’t be used with other offers. Use code: PERTH4WD15OFF https://oricom.com.au/ 👇 THANKS TO OUR PARTNERS 4x4 Extras, Wangara Operating since 2011, specialising in suspension, GVM upgrades, bull bars, roof racks, electrics, vehicle communications and more. Find out more at: https://4x4extras.com.au/ T.C Boxes Decking out rigs all across Australia since 2017 with lightweight trays, canopies and accessories to tackle 4WD, touring adventures and daily tradie drives. Find out more at: https://www.tcboxes.com.au/ ✨ WANT MORE PERTH 4WD AND CAMPING? Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/perth4wdandcamping/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/perth4wdandcamping/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@perth4wdandcamping Website for more offers: https://www.perth4wdandcamping.com.au/ #CaravanningWithKids #AussieLap #FamilyTravelAustralia

Ever camped at a pub? 🍻⛺ We rolled into the little-known town of Neville, NSW — home of the cheeky slogan “Where the **** is Neville?” — and discovered a pub where your meal comes with a camp spot out back. From there we explored bush camps, the famous Parkes Dish (yep, the one that beamed the Apollo 11 moon landing), a gold mine and even one of the best caves we’ve ever stumbled across… 📺 Chapters: 0:00 Intro 1:21 Gremlin Pops Up On The Ranger 2:35 Water Challenges in Bathurst 3:30 Lucknow and Cumnock surprise in NSW 4:29 Google Takes Us The 'Scenic Way'... 5:48 Camp Arrival at Burrill Banks, NSW 7:13 Firewood and Our Pop Up Fire Pit 10:05 Visiting The Dish – Parkes Radio Telescope 15:50 Elvis and Parkes – The Quirky Connection 17:56 Exploring Peak Hill Gold Mine 20:52 Camp Review - Burrill Banks 23:06 The Arch Cave – Hidden Gem in NSW 26:49 Camping at a Pub in Neville, NSW 30:04 Storage Hack For Hats In The Ranger 31:15 Where the F* is Neville? Why We Loved It 32:48 Bloopers For more on our stays: The Neville Hotel - https://nevillehotel.com.au/ Burrill Creek Camping, near Parkes - https://www.visitnsw.com/destinations/country-nsw/parkes-area/parkes/accommodation/burrill-creek-camping Apollo 11 footage courtesy of NASA (public domain). Cheers Mark, Kate, Izzy and Max 👌 DISCOUNT CODES AND SPECIAL OFFERS FOR GEAR WE USE 💰 5% off Transmission Coolers and products from Wholesale Automatic Transmissions. Use code the below link to save and copy the promo code on the page: https://automatictransmission.com.au/perth4wdandcamping-discount/ 15% off Oricom gear, including the DTX4200X dual channel CB radio which we run. Free delivery Australia wide. Excludes already discounted items and can’t be used with other offers. Use code: PERTH4WD15OFF https://oricom.com.au/ 👇 THANKS TO OUR PARTNERS 4x4 Extras, Wangara Operating since 2011, specialising in suspension, GVM upgrades, bull bars, roof racks, electrics, vehicle communications and more. Find out more at: https://4x4extras.com.au/ T.C Boxes Decking out rigs all across Australia since 2017 with lightweight trays, canopies and accessories to tackle 4WD, touring adventures and daily tradie drives. Find out more at: https://www.tcboxes.com.au/ ✨ WANT MORE PERTH 4WD AND CAMPING? Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/perth4wdandcamping/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/perth4wdandcamping/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@perth4wdandcamping Website for more offers: https://www.perth4wdandcamping.com.au/ ##PubCamping #apollo11 #thedish

This week, we hit the road to explore two of the most iconic drives in NSW - Mount Panorama and the Bridle Track. From the world-famous racing circuit in Bathurst to the rugged, historic mining trail that winds along the Macquarie River, this trip had it all - stunning scenery, winding roads, a good dose of adventure and relaxed family camp moments. 👀 Watch more of our Aussie Lap here: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLI-QQAp6oWaocubXdAw8t5clGHGKqPxVO 📺 Chapters: 0:00 Intro 1:11 Heading to Bathurst 4:09 Driving Mount Panorama 6:44 Camp life at Brazenhead - One Great Place 11:12 The Victoria 1876 Bathurst 13:04 Bridle Track Adventure 26:17 Camp Wrap Up Cheers Mark, Kate, Izzy and Max 👌 DISCOUNT CODES AND SPECIAL OFFERS FOR GEAR WE USE 💰 5% off Transmission Coolers and products from Wholesale Automatic Transmissions. Use code the below link to save and copy the promo code on the page: https://automatictransmission.com.au/perth4wdandcamping-discount/ 15% off Oricom gear, including the DTX4200X dual channel CB radio which we run. Free delivery Australia wide. Excludes already discounted items and can’t be used with other offers. Use code: PERTH4WD15OFF https://oricom.com.au/ 👇 THANKS TO OUR PARTNERS 4x4 Extras, Wangara Operating since 2011, specialising in suspension, GVM upgrades, bull bars, roof racks, electrics, vehicle communications and more. Find out more at: https://4x4extras.com.au/ T.C Boxes Decking out rigs all across Australia since 2017 with lightweight trays, canopies and accessories to tackle 4WD, touring adventures and daily tradie drives. Find out more at: https://www.tcboxes.com.au/ ✨ WANT MORE PERTH 4WD AND CAMPING? Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/perth4wdandcamping/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/perth4wdandcamping/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@perth4wdandcamping Website for more offers: https://www.perth4wdandcamping.com.au/ #biglap #mountpanorama #bridletrack

We planned to tackle the infamous Moon Rock near Lithgow, but it turned out to be more than expected… Instead, we set up camp by a stunning waterfront and explored Lithgow’s highlights — from the Lost City walk and rich mining history to the Maiyingu Marragu (Black Fellows Hands) Aboriginal reserve. Oh, and Max’s pie review makes a tasty comeback! 👇 Sometimes the smartest move is knowing when to walk away. When have you had to call it quits on a track — and how did you decide it was the right time? Let us know in the comments. 👀 Watch more of our Aussie Lap here: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLI-QQAp6oWaocubXdAw8t5clGHGKqPxVO - Our previous episode "💸 It's Becoming Unaffordable! Blue Mountains Rip Off + Sydney Highlights | AUS LAP E31": https://youtu.be/M2NMAYrr6jo 📺 Chapters: 0:42 Review - Blackheath Glen Tourist Park 2:12 Enroute to our camp by the water 7:05 Off to tackle Moon Rock 9:15 Why I decided to turn back 12:41 Moon Rock Heights 13:19 Lost City Walking Track 16:43 Recapping a big day 19:40 Discovering Lithgow’s mining history 21:01 Max’s Pie Review - Wollemi Bakery 22:34 Maiyingu Marragu Aboriginal site visit 25:08 Wrap up - Lake Lyell Recreation Area 26:32 Bloopers Cheers Mark, Kate, Izzy and Max 👌 DISCOUNT CODES AND SPECIAL OFFERS FOR GEAR WE USE 💰 5% off Transmission Coolers and products from Wholesale Automatic Transmissions. Use code the below link to save and copy the promo code on the page: https://automatictransmission.com.au/perth4wdandcamping-discount/ 15% off Oricom gear, including the DTX4200X dual channel CB radio which we run. Free delivery Australia wide. Excludes already discounted items and can’t be used with other offers. Use code: PERTH4WD15OFF https://oricom.com.au/ 👇 THANKS TO OUR PARTNERS 4x4 Extras, Wangara Operating since 2011, specialising in suspension, GVM upgrades, bull bars, roof racks, electrics, vehicle communications and more. Find out more at: https://4x4extras.com.au/ T.C Boxes Decking out rigs all across Australia since 2017 with lightweight trays, canopies and accessories to tackle 4WD, touring adventures and daily tradie drives. Find out more at: https://www.tcboxes.com.au/ ✨ WANT MORE PERTH 4WD AND CAMPING? Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/perth4wdandcamping/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/perth4wdandcamping/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@perth4wdandcamping Website for more offers: https://www.perth4wdandcamping.com.au/ #4wd #lithgow #biglap

Big episode as the kids explore Sydney for the first time and we take to the Blue Mountains in search of epic views - but we're taken back by the exorbitant price of parking and attractions. We've love to hear from you if you think Katoomba has taken this too far and is just pricing out visitors altogether? 👇 Have your say — Do you think parking in the Blue Mountains, NSW has got out of control? 👀 Watch more of our Aussie Lap here: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLI-QQAp6oWaocubXdAw8t5clGHGKqPxVO - Our previous episode "WHY DON’T CARAVANNERS USE UHF RADIOS? Kangaroo Valley Free Camp + Motorsport Fix | AUS LAP E30": https://youtu.be/48CmTCP9GNE 📺 Chapters: 01:09 Reuniting with an old friend in Sydney 01:54 Daytrip to Manly 03:16 Bondi Icebergs to Bronte Coastal Walk 05:16 Becoming an extra in Home and Away 08:16 Australian National Maritime Museum 16:05 Sydney Tower Eye 17:16 Camp Review and What's Next 20:46 Off to the Blue Mountains 21:20 Australia's most expensive parking? 22:29 Three Sisters Katoomba 23:15 Wentworth Falls 27:31 Outtakes Cheers Mark, Kate, Izzy and Max 👌 DISCOUNT CODES AND SPECIAL OFFERS FOR GEAR WE USE 💰 5% off Transmission Coolers and products from Wholesale Automatic Transmissions. Use code the below link to save and copy the promo code on the page: https://automatictransmission.com.au/perth4wdandcamping-discount/ 15% off Oricom gear, including the DTX4200X dual channel CB radio which we run. Free delivery Australia wide. Excludes already discounted items and can’t be used with other offers. Use code: PERTH4WD15OFF https://oricom.com.au/ 👇 THANKS TO OUR PARTNERS 4x4 Extras, Wangara Operating since 2011, specialising in suspension, GVM upgrades, bull bars, roof racks, electrics, vehicle communications and more. Find out more at: https://4x4extras.com.au/ T.C Boxes Decking out rigs all across Australia since 2017 with lightweight trays, canopies and accessories to tackle 4WD, touring adventures and daily tradie drives. Find out more at: https://www.tcboxes.com.au/ ✨ WANT MORE PERTH 4WD AND CAMPING? Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/perth4wdandcamping/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/perth4wdandcamping/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@perth4wdandcamping Website for more offers: https://www.perth4wdandcamping.com.au/ #vanlifeaustralia #bluemountains #expensive

Another day, another caravan with no UHF — and this time, we were just trying to warn them about an issue... but no reply. It’s a growing trend we’ve noticed on the east coast: why don’t more caravanners use radios? In this episode, we settle into the peaceful Bendeela Recreation Area free camp area in Kangaroo Valley, enjoy a unique local wine tasting - llamas anyone?… and track down what could be NSW’s best donut. Add in breathtaking views at Manning Lookout and a day for the rev-heads at Sydney Motorsport Park - and it’s one to remember. 👇 Have your say — are UHF radios still essential, or are most people just over it? 📍 Bendeela Recreation Area, Kangaroo Valley 🚗 Sydney Motorsport Park 👀 Watch more of our Aussie Lap here: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLI-QQAp6oWaocubXdAw8t5clGHGKqPxVO - Our previous episode at Jervis Bay: https://youtu.be/UJnf3CO141o 📺 Chapters: 01:02 Leaving Jervis Bay 02:47 Free camp at Bendeela Recreation Area 05:56 Exploring Kangaroo Valley 06:57 Wine tasting at Silos Estate 09:53 The best donut in NSW? 10:32 Manning Lookout views 11:13 Camp review and awning update 15:09 UHF chat and why don’t caravanners use? 17:30 Track day at Sydney Motorsport Park Cheers Mark, Kate, Izzy and Max 👌 DISCOUNT CODES AND SPECIAL OFFERS FOR GEAR WE USE 💰 5% off Transmission Coolers and products from Wholesale Automatic Transmissions. Use code the below link to save and copy the promo code on the page: https://automatictransmission.com.au/perth4wdandcamping-discount/ 15% off Oricom gear, including the DTX4200X dual channel CB radio which we run. Free delivery Australia wide. Excludes already discounted items and can’t be used with other offers. Use code: PERTH4WD15OFF https://oricom.com.au/ 👇 THANKS TO OUR PARTNERS 4x4 Extras, Wangara Operating since 2011, specialising in suspension, GVM upgrades, bull bars, roof racks, electrics, vehicle communications and more. Find out more at: https://4x4extras.com.au/ T.C Boxes Decking out rigs all across Australia since 2017 with lightweight trays, canopies and accessories to tackle 4WD, touring adventures and daily tradie drives. Find out more at: https://www.tcboxes.com.au/ ✨ WANT MORE PERTH 4WD AND CAMPING? Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/perth4wdandcamping/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/perth4wdandcamping/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@perth4wdandcamping Website for more offers: https://www.perth4wdandcamping.com.au/ #vanlifeaustralia #caravanlife #uhfradio

We didn’t plan for this… but yep, I damaged the van. Join us as we head into the stunning Jervis Bay region of NSW to explore the crystal blue waters and white sandy beaches of Green Patch Campsite in the Booderee National Park. We also share what went wrong with the van. 👇 Chapters: 0:00 Intro 0:27 Leaving Congo Campground 1:59 Milton Provides 3:01 The Incident... 4:40 Heading to Camp and Incident Update 5:49 Green Patch Beach 9:30 Green Patch Campsite 11:29 Exploring Jervis Bay 14:27 Shipwreck, Bowling Club Feed 17:57 Camp Review Please support our channel by commenting and subscribing if you're new to the channel to follow our family adventures around Australia. We’re here to share the real, raw and beautiful moments of life on the road. We appreciate each and every one of you who supports us! Watch next: - Our full Australia lap playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLI-QQAp6oWaocubXdAw8t5clGHGKqPxVO - Our previous episode at Congo Campground: https://youtu.be/dBK5vPvOxEs?si=kgGEv9H9amyrKpVm Cheers Mark, Kate, Izzy and Max 👌 DISCOUNT CODES AND SPECIAL OFFERS FOR GEAR WE USE 💰 5% off Transmission Coolers and products from Wholesale Automatic Transmissions. Use code the below link to save and copy the promo code on the page: https://automatictransmission.com.au/perth4wdandcamping-discount/ 15% off Oricom gear, including the DTX4200X dual channel CB radio which we run. Free delivery Australia wide. Excludes already discounted items and can’t be used with other offers. Use code: PERTH4WD15OFF https://oricom.com.au/ 👇 THANKS TO OUR PARTNERS 4x4 Extras, Wangara Operating since 2011, specialising in suspension, GVM upgrades, bull bars, roof racks, electrics, vehicle communications and more. Find out more at: https://4x4extras.com.au/ T.C Boxes Decking out rigs all across Australia since 2017 with lightweight trays, canopies and accessories to tackle 4WD, touring adventures and daily tradie drives. Find out more at: https://www.tcboxes.com.au/ ✨ WANT MORE PERTH 4WD AND CAMPING? Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/perth4wdandcamping/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/perth4wdandcamping/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@perth4wdandcamping Website for more offers: https://www.perth4wdandcamping.com.au/ #caravanfail #jervisbay #vanlifeaustralia

My first impressions of the new F150 - Lariat and XLT models in Australia. Bigger, more power and more tech. What's not to like?.. Join me as we hop in for a test drive and talk through the main features. If you liked this video, help support our channel by hitting that subscribe button and bell icon so you don't miss our next video. We also release weekly video's every Saturday covering epic destinations on our lap of Australia. 👇 DISCOUNT CODES AND SPECIAL OFFERS FOR GEAR WE USE 15% off Oricom gear, including the DTX4200X dual channel CB radio which we run. Free delivery Australia wide. Excludes already discounted items and can’t be used with other offers. Use code: PERTH4WD15OFF https://oricom.com.au/ 10% off the Renogy 200W Lightweight Portable Solar Suitcase. Use code 'G5YY3F7M408'. Valid until 1 July 2025. https://au.renogy.com/renogy-220w-lightweight-portable-solar-suitcase/ 5% off Transmission Coolers and products from Wholesale Automatic Transmissions. Use code: PERTH4WD5OFF. Valid until 31/6/25. https://automatictransmission.com.au/ 👌 DISCOUNT CODES AND SPECIAL OFFERS FOR GEAR WE USE 💰 5% off Transmission Coolers and products from Wholesale Automatic Transmissions. Use code the below link to save and copy the promo code on the page: https://automatictransmission.com.au/perth4wdandcamping-discount/ 15% off Oricom gear, including the DTX4200X dual channel CB radio which we run. Free delivery Australia wide. Excludes already discounted items and can’t be used with other offers. Use code: PERTH4WD15OFF https://oricom.com.au/ 👇 THANKS TO OUR PARTNERS 4x4 Extras, Wangara Operating since 2011, specialising in suspension, GVM upgrades, bull bars, roof racks, electrics, vehicle communications and more. Find out more at: https://4x4extras.com.au/ T.C Boxes Decking out rigs all across Australia since 2017 with lightweight trays, canopies and accessories to tackle 4WD, touring adventures and daily tradie drives. Find out more at: https://www.tcboxes.com.au/ ✨ WANT MORE PERTH 4WD AND CAMPING? Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/perth4wdandcamping/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/perth4wdandcamping/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@perth4wdandcamping Website for more offers: https://www.perth4wdandcamping.com.au/ #f150 #towing #4x4australia

After 9 months of full-time living in our JB Caravans Gator X - Family Bunk van, we’re sharing our real story — the things that didn’t go as planned and the reasons why we still think it's the best van for our current set up. We've put this van through 9 months of torture - bush tracks, corrugations, dirt, sand and beaches across 5 states and it's been our home for a family of 4, putting it through the punishment of daily wear and tare. Whether you’re thinking about buying a Gator X or just curious about life on the road, this video will give you everything you need to know — no sugar-coating, just our honest experience. We cover everything we love and what's gone wrong. 👉 Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and hit the bell to follow our journey and we'd love to hear your thoughts in the comments. You can also follow us on Instagram, Facebook and TikTok 👇 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/perth4wdandcamping/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/perth4wdandcamping/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@perth4wdandcamping 240w Renogy Solar briefcase - see link below under 'special offers' for a link to view product specs and there's also a 10% discount link. If you wish to skip to specific sections of the video, you can use the timestamps below: 0:00 - Intro 1:11 - What We Like 10:17 - What's Gone Wrong 14:18 - What We'd Change & Learnings 19:18 - Final Thoughts Love to hear your thoughts in the comments. Cheers Mark 👌 DISCOUNT CODES AND SPECIAL OFFERS FOR GEAR WE USE 💰 5% off Transmission Coolers and products from Wholesale Automatic Transmissions. Use code the below link to save and copy the promo code on the page: https://automatictransmission.com.au/perth4wdandcamping-discount/ 15% off Oricom gear, including the DTX4200X dual channel CB radio which we run. Free delivery Australia wide. Excludes already discounted items and can’t be used with other offers. Use code: PERTH4WD15OFF https://oricom.com.au/ 👇 THANKS TO OUR PARTNERS 4x4 Extras, Wangara Operating since 2011, specialising in suspension, GVM upgrades, bull bars, roof racks, electrics, vehicle communications and more. Find out more at: https://4x4extras.com.au/ T.C Boxes Decking out rigs all across Australia since 2017 with lightweight trays, canopies and accessories to tackle 4WD, touring adventures and daily tradie drives. Find out more at: https://www.tcboxes.com.au/ ✨ WANT MORE PERTH 4WD AND CAMPING? Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/perth4wdandcamping/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/perth4wdandcamping/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@perth4wdandcamping Website for more offers: https://www.perth4wdandcamping.com.au/ #GatorXCaravan #caravanaustralia #caravanreview