Mon 6th - Brr it was a cold night and morning. The gas bottle ran it during the night and it was too cold to get up and change it over, so we didn't have the heater. We were woken up early by early noisy day visitors. We had an interesting experience late yesterday. We … Continue reading Alice, Reptile Centre & Desert Park
Rainbow Valley
Sunday 5th - Ahh it was such a peaceful night and we slept like logs. Got a sleep in too. We took our time getting going this morning, enjoying not having to rush off. Heading towards Rainbow Valley not far from Alice. We drove past some more camels, night time driving is not advisable In … Continue reading Rainbow Valley
NT – Rainbow Valley Conservation Reserve
Rainbow Valley Conservation Reserve – T, OR, $. Turn off 77 km from Alice Springs. 24 km corrugated dirt road into camping area. One camp spot within view of Rainbow Valley. Gas hotplates, dusty sites. There is another camp ground a very short walk away. It would be worth staying there as it would be quieter … Continue reading NT – Rainbow Valley Conservation Reserve
Uluru Base Walk
Sat 4th - It was a rough night last night with whiz bang doors slamming, people talking until late, music and then we were woken at 4.30am. So was the rest of the campground by some locals who were drunk making a lot of noise just walking around and around. Think security eventually walked them … Continue reading Uluru Base Walk
NT – Sandy Way Rest Area
Sandy Way Rest Area - B, OF, F, M, D, BR. 56 km W of Curtin Springs. 2 areas to camp, pull off close to the road with table & chairs and tank water or over the dune to a large camping area. Rating – 2
Kata Tjuta – The Olgas
Friday 3rd - We had a sleep in and a slow morning getting ready after our big walk yesterday. The muscles are a bit sore but not as sore as I expected. It's about a 40min drive to Kata Tjuta from the resort. They are like big lumps of rock coming out of the ground … Continue reading Kata Tjuta – The Olgas
Uluru
Thur 2nd - Our first stop today was straight to Uluru/Ayers Rock. We passed the Ayers Rock Resort and camping area on the left a few km's before entering the national park. At the park entrance there is a booth to pay the $25 per person 3 day pass into the park. This gives access … Continue reading Uluru
On the way to Uluru
Wed 1st August - We had a bit of a delayed start with some of the bolts on the chassis/canopy needing some adjustment. We had some Major Mitchell Cockatoos feeding on some pine cones to keep us company. We filled up at Curtain Springs Station, dearest petrol so far $2.27L. But they do offer free … Continue reading On the way to Uluru
NT – Salt Creek Rest Area
Salt Creek Rest Area – OR, F, B, D, BR. 48 km N Lasseter Hwy, on Luritja Road. 2 areas one close to the road, over the sand dune to another. Fairy quiet, good spot for one night stop. Rating – 2.5
The Almighty Kings Canyon
Tues 31st - We came, we saw, we conquered. Well maybe it conquered us. We were up early, before the sun, packed up and headed to Kings Canyon. It's very deceiving looking at the large red rocks, doesn't look like much, they do not reveal what lays ahead. What hidden secrets and jewels lie within … Continue reading The Almighty Kings Canyon