A quick stop in Coober Pedy revealed a town unlike anywhere else. Homes carved from rock, sunsets over the Breakaways, and a lesson in how far people will go to outsmart the desert.

What started as a pebble-eating mishap near Uluru turned into a race across the outback to save our girl, Zoe. With expert care and plenty of love, she’s now on the mend in Adelaide.

At Lake Bonney in Barmera, we slowed down beside the water, swam, explored the ruins, and watched the sky melt into colour. A perfect Riverland stop where nothing much happens.. in the best way possible.

Farrell Flat might be small, but it packs in plenty. A friendly country pub, striking silo art, and that easy South Australian charm that makes every stop feel like it’s exactly where you should be.

We stopped by Chateau Yaldara for a tasting and quickly realised this wasn’t just another Barossa winery—it’s an experience.

Driving into Wirrabura, we immediately spotted the towering artwork, a stunning addition to South Australia’s Silo Art Trail.

Parachilna is remote, with sweeping views of the desert plains and the Flinders Ranges in the distance. There’s not much in town beyond the hotel and the old railway siding, but that’s part of the appeal. It’s a place that feels untouched, steeped in history, and well worth a visit.

For us, Leigh Creek was a fascinating and slightly eerie stop. It’s a town that tells a story of industry, change, and resilience—worth visiting for anyone wanting to see a different side of the outback.

Carrieton and nearby Johnburg are quiet country towns in South Australia with a strong sense of history. There’s not much happening, but that’s what makes them worth the stop.

Just outside Port Augusta, we pulled into Nutbush Retreat, a working sheep station offering a unique outback stay.

Climbing Mt Wudinna gave us sweeping views and sore calves, while nearby Polda Rock offered a quiet slice of history. We wrapped the day with stargazing, new mates, and moonlight — outback travel at its best.

We stopped in tiny Wirrulla to check out the world’s only inland jetty — a dry-land surprise with a great sense of humour. It’s quirky, quick, and worth the detour. The tide? Never coming in.

From bubblegum-pink waters to spinning giants of steel, Lake MacDonnell and Penong’s Windmill Museum gave us one of our most colourful days yet. A little off the main road — and totally worth it.

Swimming with a sea lion pup and a pod of dolphins in Baird Bay kicked off a magical stretch of coast. Fresh crabs, epic sunsets, and time to unwind made this leg one to remember.

We camped alone beside Murphy’s Haystacks, exploring the surreal boulders at both sunset and sunrise. With local honey for breakfast and sea-carved caves nearby, this quiet corner of the Eyre Peninsula left a lasting impression.

Stormy skies couldn’t dull the charm of Elliston. From windswept jetty walks to the quirky sculptures along the Great Ocean Drive, this coastal town served up wild weather, dramatic views, and creative surprises.

Port Lincoln dished up an unforgettable day as Cameron took on a shark diving dare. No sharks, but the real thrill was facing the deep blue and walking away braver, and wetter than before.

Tumby Bay set the tone for this stretch of coastline, with striking street art, peaceful scenes at Yeldulknie Weir, and moody photos at the closed jetty. A gentle, creative break before Port Lincoln.

From touring steelworks to strolling a circular jetty, Whyalla surprised us at every turn. We soaked in coastal charm, maritime history, and small-town warmth — with a quick stop in Cowell for art and oysters.

We sweated through 42-degree days at Spear Creek Station but were rewarded with golden Flinders sunsets, quiet hikes past ancient stromatolites, and stony creek beds. Rugged, remote, and unexpectedly beautiful, heat and all.