After 15 months on the road and 37,000km of travel, we’ve explored the eastern half of mainland Australia and Tasmania, and collected countless unforgettable moments. From tropical rainforests and rugged outback landscapes to turquoise beaches and dramatic waterfalls, these are our favourite natural landmarks, wildlife encounters and scenic spots from our journey.
Top 10 Natural Landmarks
1. Dove Lake & Cradle Mountain, Tasmania
A crystal-clear lake framed by Cradle Mountain, with a beautiful 6km loop walk offering stunning views from every angle.
Featured in our post of 8 June 2024.
2. Uluru, Northern Territory
The colours, size and isolation of Uluru make the 12km base walk an incredible experience.
Featured in our post of 8 November 2024.
3. The Twelve Apostles, Victoria
A must-see on the Great Ocean Road. These limestone pillars are far more impressive in person.
Featured in our post of 8 March 2024.
4. Devils Gullet, Tasmania
A short walk opens up dramatic views over the Central Plateau.
Featured in our post of 8 June 2024.
5. The Olgas (Kata Tjuta), Northern Territory
Massive rock domes with walking tracks weaving through the valleys.
Featured in our post of 8 November 2024.
6. Daintree Rainforest, Queensland
The world’s oldest rainforest, where the jungle meets the sea.
Featured in our post of 8 January 2025.
7. Devils Marbles, Northern Territory
Granite boulders best explored at sunrise or sunset.
Featured in our post of 8 November 2024.
8. The Pinnacle, Grampians, Victoria
A steep hike rewarded with sweeping views over Halls Gap.
Featured in our post of 8 July 2024.
9. Hastings Cave, Tasmania
Australia’s largest dolomite cave — a magical underground experience.
Featured in our post of 8 April 2024.
10. Lake Tyrrell, Victoria
A massive salt lake famous for sunrise reflections and night sky photography.
Featured in our post of 8 July 2024.
Top 10 Waterfalls
1. Wallaman Falls, Queensland
Australia’s tallest single-drop waterfall at 268m.
Featured in our post of 8 February 2025.
2. Millaa Millaa Falls, Queensland
A perfect rainforest waterfall flowing into a calm swimming hole.
Featured in our post of 8 December 2024.
3. Fruitbat Falls, Cape York in Queensland
Clear turquoise water and a wide, gentle drop — a Cape York favourite.
Featured in our post of 8 January 2025.
4. Little Millstream Falls, Queensland
Multiple falls and a loud, immersive atmosphere at the base.
Featured in our post of 8 December 2024.
5. Ponytail Falls, Tully Gorge in Queensland
A peaceful fall surrounded by lush forest and a relaxing swimming area.
Featured in our post of 8 February 2025.
6. Twin Falls, Cape York in Queensland
A multi-tiered waterfall with an excellent swimming hole.
Featured in our post of 8 January 2025.
7. Wollomombi Falls, New South Wales
A Waterfall Way highlight with dramatic views.
Featured in our post of 8 November 2023.
8. Elliot Falls, Cape York in Queensland
A popular spot for swimming and floating down fast-flowing channels.
Featured in our post of 8 January 2025.
9. Zillie Falls, Atherton Tablelands in Queensland
Part of the Waterfalls Circuit and surrounded by rainforest.
Featured in our post of 8 December 2024.
10. Mackenzie Falls, Grampians in Victoria
A powerful waterfall reached by a rewarding hike.
Featured in our post of 8 July 2024.
Top 10 Beaches
1. Hyams Beach, Jervis Bay, New South Wales
Home to the world’s whitest sand — beautiful even under cloud.
Featured in our post of 8 February 2024.
2. Palm Cove Beach, Queensland
Palm-lined, relaxing, and right across from great restaurants and a beachfront caravan park.
Featured in our post of 8 February 2024.
3. Surfers Paradise Beach, Queensland
A huge beach with plenty of space despite its city surroundings.
Featured in our post of 8 May 2025.
4. Bay of Fires, Tasmania
Turquoise water and orange lichen-covered rocks — we often had entire beaches to ourselves.
Featured in our post of 8 May 2024.
5. Congo Beach, New South Wales
A tranquil beach just behind the dune from our campsite.
Featured in our post of 8 February 2024.
6. Manly Beach, Sydney in New South Wales
A classic beach with great surf, grassy picnic areas and lively dining options.
Featured in our post of 8 February 2024.
7. South West Rocks, New South Wales
Beautiful waves funnelling through a narrow channel — perfect from the caravan park viewpoint.
Featured in our post of 8 November 2023.
8. Fraser Island (K’gari), Queensland
Endless beaches and the freedom to drive, fish and swim anywhere.
Featured in our post of 8 April 2025.
9. Nambucca Heads, New South Wales
Clear river mouths and scenic headlands — a peaceful coastal escape.
Featured in our post of 8 December 2023.
10. Salmon Rocks Beach, Victoria
An open surf beach framed by salmon-coloured rocks.
Featured in our post of 8 March 2024.
Top 10 Animals
1. Wombat, Cradle Mountain in Tasmania
Our first wombat sighting — surprisingly fast and very cute.
Featured in our post of 8 June 2024.
2. Platypus, Geeveston in Tasmania
Hard to photograph but unforgettable to watch.
Featured in our post of 8 April 2024.
3. Australian Sea Lions, South Australia
A rare chance to see them in their natural mainland habitat.
Featured in our post of 8 October 2024.
4. Howard the Saltwater Crocodile in North Queensland
A well-known croc with an interesting rescue story.
Featured in our post of 8 February 2025.
5. Echidna, Nelson Bay in New South Wales
This one didn’t mind posing for us.
Featured in our post of 8 December 2023.
6. Koalas, Eyre Peninsula in South Australia
One of a colony of five resting low in the trees — a rare sight.
Featured in our post of 8 October 2024.
7. Camel, Ti Tree in the Northern Territory
A lone old camel wandering near the highway.
Featured in our post of 8 November 2024.
8. Dolphins, Whyalla Harbour in South Australia
A playful pod that stayed close to the jetty.
Featured in our post of 8 October 2024.
9. Saw-Shelled Snapping Turtle in Queensland
Climbed out of the water at Paronella Park to be fed.
Featured in our post of 8 February 2025.
10. Kangaroos, Congo Campground in New South Wales
They stayed around our campsite for our entire visit.
Featured in our post of 8 February 2024.
Top 10 Birds
1. Cassowary, Tully Gorge in Queensland
A bucket-list sighting after a week of searching.
Featured in our post of 8 February 2025.
2. Macaw, Noosa in Queensland
Completely unexpected — definitely not from around here!
Featured in our post of 8 April 2025.
3. Emu, Hidden Valley in Queensland
A friendly character who happily posed for photos.
Featured in our post of 8 April 2025.
4. Kite, Georgina River in Queensland
We often saw up to 15 raptors circling at once.
Featured in our post of 8 December 2024.
5. Brolgas, Normanton in Queensland
Large flocks spotted along the Savannah Way.
Featured in our post of 8 December 2024.
6. Australian King Parrot, Bunya Mountains in Queensland
Bright, friendly and always a favourite.
Featured in our post of 8 May 2025.
7. Black Swan, St Lawrence in Queensland
A striking sight against the wetland backdrop.
Featured in our post of 8 March 2025.
8. Kookaburra, Bunya Mountains in Queensland
Famous for stealing BBQ sausages — this one watched us closely.
Featured in our post of 8 May 2025.
9. Sulphur-Crested Cockatoo in Queensland
Masters of flaunting the plumage — always fun to watch.
Featured in our post of 8 May 2025.
10. Australian Ringneck, Cloncurry in Queensland
One of five parrot species nesting above our campsite.
Featured in our post of 8 December 2024.
Our next post details a few of our man-made favourites, including towns, attractions, scenic roads and murals.