#16 | THE SIMPSON DESERT - Sand, Sky & The Endless Silence

wewillroam.com | Crossing the Simpson Desert was a bucket-list achievement for both of us. Leaving the Red Centre behind, we headed into the remote reaches of the Simpson to clear skies, starry nights and not a single soul in sight. It's the loneliest, yet most at-peace we've felt in a long, long time.
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[@GR8Tmate]

My heart aches so much, I need to return to The Simpson just one more time before I shuffle of this mortal coil. I am so glad I rediscovered your channel. I’m going to watch this again now on the big screen and I can’t wait until the day comes when I return for my 5th & final crossing. Part of me will always remain out there ❤️💕💙

[@ADVANCEDTECHTIPS]

Idk how youtube doesn't recommend videos like these, should have 1M views

[@brettandamber]

If that shot of the stars over the troopy isn't the best piece of video you've seen in a while.... wow. Love the cinematography and the calm vibes of your vids guys. Awesome work.

[@emmarussell2073]

When you released this video in Feb, I'd spent the better part of a year trying to convince my partner we should do the Simpson as part of a trip we were doing around the Red Centre. We'd done tough trips before, but he was still apprehensive, and maybe slightly unconvinced that the Simpson was something we were capable of. A lot of videos of the Simpson portray it as the adventure it is, but in doing so inadvertently make it seem daunting. Your videos always strike the right balance between adventure and a sense of pervasive calm. We did the Simpson in June 2021. It was scheduled into our itinerary within about 20 minutes of watching this video. The moment we left the desert we started talking about tackling the Madigan. I just wanted to let you know that your work can, and does, create real change in the lives of other people. Thank you for creating and sharing this.

[@worstchannelever5232]

The milky way at night must be lushious highlight. I would personally like to travel with another vehicle it's so remote I'd freakout if broke down even with a satphone

[@fotonomad69]

Foot prints on claypan at sunset @ 6.40. Priceless.

[@Benjabogo]

That time-lapse of the stars was amazing! Keep them coming. You two are the best. Production is by far my favourite.

[@WeWillRoam]

Thank you! So glad you enjoy the time lapses shots, one of our favourite things to capture :)

[@davidhardenberg5382]

Adventurous Creative. Such a great cinematic film.

[@WeWillRoam]

Thank you for the kind words, so glad you enjoyed the film :)

[@Scooks]

Those night time lapse sequences are perfection “chefs kiss”

[@WeWillRoam]

Cheers Damo! 👍

[@ouradventerousdays]

Thank you ombudsman this video is longer 😁😁😁. It look beautiful and peaceful, it seems like there's nothing else but you two. and you guys reached another corner.

[@WeWillRoam]

haha glad you enjoyed the much longer video! :) Another corner, a very cool achievement! :) It really did feel like we were alone in the middle of nowhere, it was amazing.

[@ouradventerousdays]

@@WeWillRoam Yes. I would like to enjoy my cuppa and finish it before your vid ends lol. We love going to places with less people, this is the time to travel oz because of covid, less people. We cannot wait to travel n reach every corner possible. More vid pleaseeeeee ❤

[@jamesmazurstudios]

I’m just throwing this on the table...maybe it’s already on the table? You 100% need to start filming for a true documentary (ie NetFlix). This may require some camera upgrades but the quality of show you are putting out is better than most you see on Hulu, Netflix or Amazon Prime. This is far better than you think it is. Congrats.

[@WeWillRoam]

Thank you James, that is incredibly kind! It would be a dream to create something for Netflix, maybe one day :)

[@travelling_two]

Great production guys - we head to Mt Dare next week to do a similar trip W to E, your video has got me frothin' to get going :-)

[@surfing4theloveofit]

That was beautiful, love your drone work, very nice guys, could you say how many Litres of fuel you used, would be good to know, love your journey,

[@poeyd9624]

Your camera work , drone footage and editing is on point , how lucky are you guys to be living the dream 👍🍻🇦🇺

[@millardkeyes5187]

yes what used to be David Attenborough's monopoly now thanks to YT and the drones is everyone's who has cash to splash LOL

[@chrishayman1747]

The time lapse star shots are amazing

[@crossbowoverlandthewhiteox5045]

Those starscape shots are UNREAL, another incredible video guys. "Sand is sneaky" ahahahaha.

[@gerdacoonan7250]

You captured the spirit of the Simpson beautifully, Congratulations on a fantastic episode. Take care and stay safe, Cheers.

[@WeWillRoam]

Cheers Kev, appreciate the kind words. The Simpson is a very special place :)

[@MikeHerbstUSA]

Y'all just keep knocking me dead with how beautiful these videos are. Top marks.

[@WeWillRoam]

Thank you Mike :) Glad you enjoyed it!

[@shaddonaghue]

Absolutely fantastic episode, the best video I've seen on the Simpson , that star time-lapse 👌👌👌. thanks so much for the effort you guys put in to filming and editing these 👍.

[@WeWillRoam]

Thank you Shad 🙏 it does take us a lot of time to put one of these together so we really appreciate you watching ☺️

[@christiankruse5193]

Beautiful! Musik was perfect for the scenery as well! :)

[@WeWillRoam]

Thank you Christian :)

[@kevinbarker359]

In the middle of woop woop.. you guys are so amazing. Best videos on the Web. Agree with the other utuber

[@1chaingrailand418]

You made me so jealous. I only wish I had the nerve to do what you are doing ..too old now .

[@AussieArvos]

That star time lapse was incredible , awesome stuff as always.

[@jeffrodriguez2163]

This channel deserves a lot more views, production is top. Great time-lapse too.

[@WeWillRoam]

Cheers Jeff, appreciate it 👍

[@airkreftrene8299]

Outstanding production guys. Yoy are the best.!

[@WeWillRoam]

Thank you! 😃

[@snoordman4831]

What a legends you are! 🤙

[@R00RAL]

Really well done, proud of you both for both the adventure and the production quality, then thee was the dramatic music, the voice overs.. Fantastic Movie, Amazing Adventure. Bravo, Dennis.

[@small.towns.open.spaces]

Wow, Wow, Wow! From the beginning you had me hooked and left me wanting more. An absolutely brilliant score and as always the cinematography was spot on!

[@WeWillRoam]

Thank you Rick! So glad you loved it :)

[@solmedia131]

Just next level travel cinema. Truly genuinely stonkingly good.

[@WeWillRoam]

Thank you ☺️

[@fritzintroopy]

Inspiring work guys. Great to see the Troopy smashing those dunes

[@WeWillRoam]

Thanks guys! The Troopy did very well, as always :)

[@lawrencebigg2181]

That was epic. I've watched a lot of Simpson Desert content over the last few weeks, and this has inspired me more than ever to go and cross it (further inspired to get a troopy as well...)! Epic film, I can only hope that it looks as good in real life as in your film. Will definitely have to watch more of your content...

[@sebastiengombau]

A lot of sensitivity in this video, always next level. The night time lap is sick !

[@nites90]

Such a beautiful vid. It's those type of trips that you really and truely discover who you are. Just watching this video gave me piece and acceptance. Great couple beautiful video, such a beautiful country, thanks for sharing..

[@stevjosco.adventures]

Another wonderful production. Especially the drone work and the night sky timelapse... oh and the music... The whole thing really 😁

[@WeWillRoam]

Thank you for always tuning in! Glad you enjoyed this one :)

[@rhyswilliams1954]

Great video guys, love the time lapses! 👍🏻

[@WeWillRoam]

Cheers Rhys! 👍

[@paulkoehne1161]

Great photography.

[@TyFenwick]

Awesome video guys 🤙🏼🤙🏼🤙🏼

[@jotee194]

Most underrated channel ever!

[@ReflectionsofLife]

Another beautiful video - thanks you.

[@stevephillips6992]

Awesome, can you explain to a newbie like me, how you achieved those stunning time lapse of the stars, what settings and camera you used?

[@Gafalhadas]

you deserve a standing ovation... thank you!

[@jeffreyscott4564]

You two have a talent that is a true gift. Wonderful cinematography. Cherish what you have and never take it for granted.

[@WeWillRoam]

Thank you Jeffrey :)

[@jeffreyscott4564]

@@WeWillRoam Keep up the great work

[@bevorazzi751]

Wow! So stoked i have just stumbled across you guys! Looks like i have a lot of catching up to do. Yes that time lapse of the stars was epic! Fantastic video.

[@vickimathews1970]

Amazing footage, very impressive! I am looking at doing something like this as a mature solo female, did you actually get stuck at all and have to use any recovery gear on the dunes/salt lake etc.? What is the biggest key to getting through the tougher sand dunes? I too will be decking out a troopy for my overland around the world adventure, just that I'll be on my own and older...lol!

[@batlowboy9368]

So beautifully filmed, thankyou so much, just makes me wanna go back, you captured this wonderful desert perfectly.

[@WeWillRoam]

Thank you so much, really appreciate it ☺️

[@braydenclark5828]

Best video yet 11/10 bloody enjoyed it cheers for sharing

[@WeWillRoam]

Cheers, Brayden! The Simpson is definitely one of our favourite memories for far :)

[@jingbar]

Great job Guys, the the video is a beautiful package, Keep Roaming

[@stevens8744]

i just love the calm nature of these videos, so inspiring! love it.

[@purebloodnordicroamer7955]

Beautiful 🇦🇺

[@georgepotts3886]

Why am I only allowed to like this once? By far this is my favourite channel out there. There has not been a second go by on any of your videos that I have not enjoyed. Thank you so much.

[@WeWillRoam]

Thank you George, that's very kind! Glad you enjoy the videos :)

[@millardkeyes5187]

your videos mate. You're = you are. Another common Aussie mistake- could of = could've = could have

[@georgepotts3886]

@@millardkeyes5187 simple auto correct mate. Get off your high horse.

[@Susieandchris]

You are both very talented. Very therapeutic videos

[@WeWillRoam]

Thank you so much :)

[@markrabone6584]

1:50 thanks love

[@abnd448]

Editing is beautiful - great video - keep the videos coming

[@GenonUK]

Wow. Subscribed & Patreon'd So glad I found your roam.

[@WeWillRoam]

Thanks David! So great to have you a part of our community :)

[@shanimolshaju9628]

Amazing night sky view... Great effort...

[@rusty4827]

That was epic. Epic driving, epic adventure and epic cinematography. Loved the night skies. Thanks for sharing.

[@WeWillRoam]

Cheers, Russell appreciate it! Glad you enjoyed the adventure! :)

[@thekadonexperience]

Awesome! on our bucket list for sure

[@GB-cm6yy]

I was out there in 2019 when Eyre Creek flooded and impassable at at that same spot. Brought back wonderful memories thank you. Beautifully filmed....just subscribed.

[@bobw9297]

Incredible

[@mccoysmakingmemories]

I love how you guys don't talk to the camera, awesome episode, those time lapses are amazing.

[@WeWillRoam]

Cheers Alastair! :)

[@anthonyyounghusband5917]

Beautiful as always.

[@WeWillRoam]

Thank you Anthony 😊

[@TundZ131185]

piece of art !!!

[@stephenlane3078]

Love this guy's well done, you encourage me to go again, keep up the great work. so peaceful. that is the Simson desert.

[@mrabhinand.e7524]

Uff that night starts are overwhelming feeling.. Wonderful shots

[@marsileo82]

Another stunning episode. Can’t wait for the next. Amazing

[@nzmarkb8713]

Fantastic footage guys, thanks for sharing 👍👍🍻

[@WeWillRoam]

Glad you enjoyed the video! :)

[@thebeautifulist]

Thank you! What a beautifully produced video.

[@WeWillRoam]

Thank you Rebecca :)

[@conellisgreatadventure8864]

Great footage, well put together.

[@MonkeyofAwesome]

Always such a joy to watch.

[@christophersaul]

Beautifully put together. Thank you.

[@markc-aus]

Absolutely love the cinematography of this. I’ve spent this last lockdown running through my fathers old photographs and slides from when he was with French Petroleum and did the exploration in 63. He was a prolific photographer and I’m sure he would’ve been impressed.

[@albertdesalvo7273]

A thoroughly absorbing video to watch and, the haunting music is the icing on the cake! Voted & Sub'd.

[@WeWillRoam]

Thank you Albert! Glad you enjoyed the video 😄

[@leighmorris9170]

Beautiful

[@NorweldAustralia]

That was excellent. Captured everything about why we go to remote places.

[@destination4wd788]

Guys your milky way timelapse are insane. I need to learn that ASAP

[@WeWillRoam]

Thank you! They are one of our favourite things to shoot, very magical 👌

[@boydauspeditions]

Cracking episode guys..... cheers.

[@WeWillRoam]

Thanks so much for watching, glad you enjoyed it :)

[@guscunningham]

Damn you guys are great at putting these films together. Beautiful, just love them. Thank you both from the UK

[@WeWillRoam]

Thank you for watching :) Glad you enjoyed it. Hope you're keeping safe and well in the UK.

[@greatsouthernoverland]

Thank you for sharing your talents once again :D the time lapse early morning camp scenes were very good!!! Just amazing

[@WeWillRoam]

Thanks Vik, always appreciate you watching and your lovely comments :)

[@deanehill9730]

Excellent. Thanks for your video.

[@andrewteresa1962]

Love your channel and am currently preping to cross the simpson in July. If you've got the time can I ask what settings you used for this nightlapses? They were amazing!

[@r.thomas2344]

As always a beautiful piece of art! Thank you for putting so much work and perfection into your videos!

[@Tex990]

This wasn’t your first rodeo. Well shot, produced and edited and your score was exceptional

[@juddburgess7454]

Amazing videos like always, very jealous of the cinematography skills you have and hope to be that talented one day, I'd love to know how you got the time-lapse or if there are any tips and tricks you can suggest as I'm driving out to Uluru in the next month and would love to give it a go :)

[@Swissnomads]

Amazing footage of the simpson and the troopy. And that timelapse of the night sky... absolutely stunning. Wow!!!

[@donaldthompson2319]

Wonderful video and music.

[@williamdorito1360]

amazing! well done!

[@WeWillRoam]

Cheers Liam! 👍

[@05wheels]

Well done, great vid. Love the star tine lapses.

[@WeWillRoam]

Thank you Mark! :)

[@67katman]

Absolutely awesome video guys!

[@WeWillRoam]

Thank you! 😃

[@berendpilon1632]

Stunning as always! Goosebumps during some of the scenes :)

[@WeWillRoam]

Thanks Berend, glad you enjoyed it :)

[@NISMO-OFFROAD]

amazing as always..

[@WeWillRoam]

Thank you! :)

[@ROUTES_SAUVAGES]

So good guys 🤙🏼

[@hermanfs164]

Nice video, good job. Getting ready to cross it 2021.

[@deanabrozki286]

Fantastic video. Respect for anyone who explores the remote areas.

[@Boogie597]

Man, I just found you and this was an EPIC vid!! Well done guys.

[@sky_without_limits]

Loving it :)

[@Campsueno]

Totally inspiring! The mood, the landscapes, the challenges. Thanks for sharing!

[@WeWillRoam]

Thank you! Glad you enjoyed it 😊

[@miggity_mac]

Incredible video guys, just wow! Those Astro time lapses are just on point!

[@wolfweb]

It gave me a good look at the Simpson, thanks.

[@MoltenLens]

Your stories are a delight to watch. Beautiful cinematography and composition interwoven with your own intimate story. Hats off to you both.

[@peterdilkes3093]

The best touring channel on you tube love your work you derserve more subscribers they don’t know what they are missing something to look back on later in life enjoy the moment

[@WeWillRoam]

Thank you Peter, really appreciate the kind words :)

[@PhilTaylorPhotog]

Awesome guys! When did you go through? I had big plans last year thwarted by Covid, but hopefully I'll get a chance this year or next.

[@WeWillRoam]

Cheers Phil! We went through early October. Couldn’t believe how green parts of the Simpson were! Such an incredible place 👌