Cape York was NOT what we expected.

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About us:
We're Jack & Megan, and in late 2020 we sold our belongings and packed our lives into our 2005 Toyota Troop Carrier to travel Australia. Our original plan was to complete a full lap of Australia and return home to Perth to resume our 'normal' lives. We decided we wanted to document our lap for the future and began sharing weekly travel vlogs of our life on the road and fell in love vlogging, filmmaking and sharing our lives with you. We completed our first lap and couldn't imagine living any other way so we decided to continue travelling and calling the Troopy home. We have gone on some crazy adventures since then and it is all thanks to you tuning in to join us every week.

[@dare2adventureaus]

Most beautiful and down to earth couple on the internet

[@itsJackandMegan]

🙏🙏

[@lauraw3225]

So happy to see the light and smiles on your faces again, you both look much happier been back in Australia 😌

[@itsJackandMegan]

Hey it is good to be back that’s for sure!! We feel 100% better now 😊 thanks so much for watching 🙏😊

[@cathyholt5215]

If you hadn't told us about the 'dog bowls', I'm sure we wouldn't have known. Cute & brilliant 👏. Beautiful camping spot.❤

[@thomashorsten9115]

Love your Australian content. I love how you’re so honest to the viewers. It’s not all glamour when touring and you’re the only couple that doesn’t pretend like it’s all fun with no bad times. Keep doing what you’re doing. I love my touring and next trip in a couple of weeks is western Victoria to Nullarbor with the goal to camp on a cliff on the Bight.

[@itsJackandMegan]

Appreciate your kind words 🙏 we recently stopped at the bite! It was our 3rd time and still mind blowing!

[@TheBearDenPhotography]

Great to see you back on the trails in Australia. Looks like a great trip! Stay safe, and keep well,

[@darrenwieden7973]

How cool was that! Goes to show what can be done with the basics. So jealous 😊. Cheers and safe travels

[@lindaarmiger217]

So good to see you both happy and relaxed again. Hope the trip home goes smoothly

[@Karen_richwillo]

Great episode! We so enjoy watching you and your experiences and, being honest about feeling a bit unsure when being so remote just. Great content. Thank you for sharing your journey.

[@thosebikepackers]

So great to see you guys out and about again. Always fun to follow along. Hope to get up there one day too. Looks amazing!

[@jude3441]

Great episode as always, so good that someone’s finally shown the way to the tip the straight forward way. Really enjoyed your overseas episodes but it’s fantastic to see you both so happy & relaxed in Aus ☺️

[@BorderlandExplorers]

How good!! We didn’t quite know what to expect from the Cape before we’d been, but fell in love with it immediately…It’s such an epic adventure 😀

[@bravocharlie777]

Amazing to see you guys thriving again. You have made me feel excited again for hitting the road again in February Thanks for sharing a great episode

[@philandclarepatch6262]

Great that you two are back doing a road trip and you picked such a perfect spot- 'THE CAPE'! AWESOME AND THX

[@bilinasmini3480]

It's amazing to see you all doing so well once more. I am now even more eager to travel in February because of you. Regards for sharing this fantastic episode.

[@sam_pedro3702]

Love what you guys do. You are both down to earth keeping it simple

[@joem5082]

Soooooooo glad you guys are back in OZ. Great to see your energy back! Another fantastic video and amazing sights. You guys are truly the best by far! Safe journey and see you soon. cheers joe

[@user-rk7zc9fh1d]

Glad to see you both doing what you love,we think you are the most amazing couple, we look forward to watching your videos every week stay safe on the road and we are looking forward to see what’s coming next

[@lindsaygrams8373]

Thank you Jack and Meghan for bringing back old memories I did the top end in October 2019 is plenty of people still around on the track at that time of the year

[@ayaasmoyake]

Good to see you guys on the road. Safe trip back to Perth.

[@markeaston7353]

Great adventure - thanks for taking us along on the journey!

[@itsJackandMegan]

Thanks for joining us Mark! 😁

[@kimlock9440]

Thanks guys good to see you enjoying Australia again ❤

[@itsJackandMegan]

It’s good to be back Kim 🙏😊 thanks for watching 😊

[@amandapinker2659]

Great video guys! I feel like you are yourselves again and the video reflects that. We are converting a mini bus atm and know that wherever we can’t go with the bus we can refer to your vid’s for for our future remote 4wd adventures

[@Astroboy1239]

Great watching you guys and your adventures, Well done on you both on a very enjoyable moment 👍

[@nigelandsueadventures]

Great episode guys, and OMG you got so lucky with the road conditions. We tried to do the cape in 2021 in our Sprinter and had to turn back, the locals were saying the roads were the worst they had ever seen them. We really want to go back - but it will probably be a few years away. Take care on the road to WA.

[@paulwilliams6745]

Thanks for showing us the cape . We are looking Forward to seeing the long drive home stay safe.

[@itsJackandMegan]

Thanks for watching Paul! See you again next Sunday 🩵

[@Dharma_Bum]

Did the trip to the Tip a few years ago with my wife and kids, great times, happy memories. Like you, we had those same campsites to ourselves. No flat tyres though….. Looking forward to doing it again one day, just my wife and I.

[@thedirtyboulevard1805]

Thanks - really enjoyed your lighthearted trip up to The Tip. We were there in 2022 so it was so good to see all those familiar places. We have spent a good part of the last 2 years on the road in a Prado with a tent with a vestibule, and a 3x3 gazebo (with sides) and yes we had a folding picnic table that we used a lot! So …. question, how did the PortaLoo go inside the twin-cab? Happy travels!

[@alanjohnston243]

Welcome back guys, two things if your canopy has a vent open it up will create positive pressure and stop the dust, the other is I have the same setup I lined the tailgate with a sheet of food grade stainless easy to clean and prepare food on……cheers guys and safe travels 🍺🥂

[@SamuraiCampers]

Soo happy to see you guys camping again 🎉

[@MD-np2me]

Afternoon Guys. Wow, you too are back to yourself again that's so good. Loving Cape York series ❤️

[@leswop3626]

You two are awesome 😁. Love your content. Keep the giggles coming, it also shows you are both modern day explorer's who take the time to take us viewers on your amazing journey.

[@MrDcastleman]

Seems like a great time to visit with no crowds 🙌🏻

[@TheBear351]

Australia the best place to explore on earth. Great to see you two back travelling Australia again

[@BluesmanOverland]

Migaloo !! Great to See you guys out and about again !! Enjoy !

[@andrewmckenzie8598]

Thanks guys. Long time follower, first time commenting. I had always been daunted by other youtubers showing how rough the tracks were up to the Cape. Thanks for showing it can be done in an 'average type' vehicle. (and all the King gear. 😅) Drive safe on your long way home. And don't forget to eat! 😊

[@itsJackandMegan]

Hey Andrew, thanks for commenting mate! Yep it was easy as to get up to the tip. Was such an adventure!

[@marklaity5436]

Yeah, that red dust never really washes out.

[@itsJackandMegan]

🥲

[@kato695]

Good to see your new rig made it with no hassles, thanks for taking us along on your journey

[@itsJackandMegan]

It did such a great job hey!! Thanks for watching 👍🙏😊

[@woodrisinglass]

Great to see you well and happy 😊

[@itsJackandMegan]

Thanks so much! 🥰🙏🏼

[@heatherrowles9930]

In all honesty it hasnt changed much up there since we did our trip in our troopy 30 years ago.....the road is in better shape, but then youre right at the end of the season and its kept pretty well graded. It was beautiful to see Fruit Bat Falls again through your eyes, and dont worry, when we were there the camping areas were packed and there were hundreds of us swimming, no crocs. Still one of my favourite places, thank you for taking me there again. Im getting a little teary from the nostalgia. ETA: Having watched all the way to the end, you guys continue looking after yourselves. It is awesome seeing you look so relaxed and happy again.

[@Peter760]

You guys are so lucky to be able to travel like you do. Good for you for having a crack and putting it out for all us to see. Greta work keep it up.

[@itsJackandMegan]

Thanks for watching Peter 🙏😊

[@katojimmybling]

I can not believe it i was only up there 10 weeks ago and it was packed but still enjoyed it,and glad to have you back in Australia love watching your vids❤️

[@itsJackandMegan]

Honestly couldn’t believe how deserted it was!

[@stephanietancredi786]

A great video, amazing scenery and real good editing 😊

[@JoanWayne827]

Great to see you back!! You both seem a lot happier.. love the dog bowls 🐶😂😂

[@levt2156]

I agree! The dog bowls are cute. What a GREAT camping idea!

[@markienorvelli5004]

Really enjoy your videos guys, so good to see young real people on KZbin, Jack is not a wannabe Hardman and Megs isn't a showpony barbie, very refreshing indeed. I live in FNQ on a couple of hundred acres on the tablelands and your coverage of the region is brilliant, keep having fun and travel safe.

[@user-ek2ef1dd1p]

Impressrd with your journey in a dual cab ute and canopy fully fitted. Beats complicated camper trailers or caravans. Simple and effective. You guys seem to be best i have seen doing the cape trip. Best wishes. Peter.

[@CheekyKoala]

Thanks! Another awesome video - great start to the day to sit down & watch your video!!😘😘

[@itsJackandMegan]

🙏

[@jarahkaren8074]

Harry, Hank, Hadleigh, HUMBERTO!! Herman, Hero. And it's Bon Apetite!. Really great having a video of this run - thanks!

[@aquadmc7295]

Terrific episode guys, I love that you are both so down to earth and just explain how it is. Well done ! Thankyou !

[@raneezeller7475]

I always love watching you vlogs. The pig head was creepy

[@itsJackandMegan]

Thanks so much! So glad you enjoyed this one ☺️

[@itsJackandMegan]

How creepy was it hey! 🫣

[@jayfargo4086]

We really enjoyed your OS content but Great to see you back down under and looking so much healthier and more relaxed 😊

[@raymondwharepapa316]

Looking forward to hearing from your trips

[@sonyamoy7935]

Hi guys good to see you back travelling Australia thanks for sharing 👍

[@itsJackandMegan]

Thanks for watching Sonya! Hope you have a good day ☺️

[@ronrogers9610]

Great video guys good to see you back in the Red dust and the car going ok all the best Ron

[@AdamAbello]

You guys are real, thanks for the content

[@TropicalZooms]

Stumbled onto this video. Looks really cool. I’m like Jack & get a bit nervous when out in the middle of nowhere too. Great vid, I love the drone footage and all the commentary. Safe travels & thanks for sharing 😃👍

[@itsJackandMegan]

Thanks so much for watching mate 🙏😊

[@halclarkfire]

Very cool places to see and stay. Funny to see such young people experience simple things for the first time.

[@josieliftsthings]

Not sure what it is but you guys look so happy travelling in our home, Australia. Glowing my friends, absolutely glowing! 🥰

[@gavinday2429]

Really good video. Down to earth no frills . Well done guys. How Australia is seen.

[@itsJackandMegan]

So glad you enjoyed it! Thanks for watching 😄

[@vanessawatson1768]

Love that you are being yourselves in this vid so much more relaxed. I love the crazy cause it’s natural. And I’m going to get dog bowls like that cause it the best idea ever and they are so cute. 😂.

[@sebastianmessina31]

Bringing back memories of towing our Jayco Journey to the tip July last year - cool.

[@defjam2026]

Welcome back guys, we missed you

[@johnschlesinger2009]

Great video, beautiful landscape.

[@retnav92]

Good to see you're back in Australia 👍. Didn't tune in while y'all were "overseas". Big fan of EcoFlow products, and good to see I'm not the only one that uses folding camp chairs to support solar panels. If you find the Delta 2 is a bit lacking in power (if your useage increases), I upgraded from the D2 to the Delta 2 Max for our camping power needs. A bit heavier (50lbs), but available power is much better. Ditto on moving that shelf by your heads. Noticed that hazard right off the get go.

[@lowrider075]

Still think the troopy was a better set up, unless you're not planning on spending any time in wet areas....being stuck up in the RTT, or having to get up in there during a rainstorm

[@twocoddiwompletravellers]

So nice to see you both look so happy, enjoyed your OS videos but you both seem so much happier back home. How hot was it ? Looks like the best time to go to avoid the crowds.

[@DanielMika865]

Awesome video guys! Rad to see another side of the cape other than the usual 4WD route. Keen to give this a go myself. Can't go wrong with a Luxxy guys, fellow Perth N70 owner myself. Love them, simple 4WDing. 🤙

[@tatisifetitacooks]

Thanks for sharing this nice clip. I wish you beautiful Week

[@itsJackandMegan]

Aww thank you for watching! Hope you have a great week too 🥰

[@sioneswedding7463]

My home, my grandad when he was young fulla missed the jardine ferry back in the day and he swam it , jardine river is infested with crocs

[@chrisrensonnet6407]

That small shelf just behind your seats looks a tad dangerous to me. You wouldn’t want to hit your head on it. Just looking out for you guys. Glad to see you back on the road. 👌

[@itsJackandMegan]

Appreciate your concern Chris! Definitely agree with you there, hopefully the end of the video makes you smile 😆

[@Off.Track4x4]

Glad to see you guys back in Aus making more episodes 😁 Save travels back to WA

[@williamcopelin4513]

Awesome as always

[@zolciaki]

Awesome video my friend!

[@MelRobins77]

Awesome video absolutely loved it ❤❤watched it on the big screen so different than watching it on my phone Wow fruit bat falls absolutely stunning love the dog bowls 😅😅😅 jacks face after tyre change Definitely going to need new seals and rubbers on the cab that red dirt is a nightmare hopefully it didn't get into your kitchen stuff Thanks for sharing your adventures you 2 are the BEST🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉

[@steve-deltasdad3906]

another classic production guys and good to see your smiling happy faces, loved every minute & the Hi-Lux is doing it without any real drama's - the flat was just bad luck, the only change I would think about is swapping the wheels to steel when you get back to a major town👍👍Cheers

[@fatmanoverlanding]

Great trip. Good to see it from a different point of view. Most of the Cape York I've seen have always been through the OTT. and the hard wheeling. It's good to see it via the PDR. As mostly what I do is touring. It it weren't for the Crocs, the beaches at the Cape would be far busier. They are some of the best beaches in Australia IMO.

[@tonyb271]

It was great to see you guys make it to the Cape. It looked spectacular. I did think Jack was taking a chance by saying that the car was doing well, (jinxed it?, Tyre!) Anyway, I look forward to seeing your journey back to W.A. Cheers Tony

[@happydays241]

I love watching your vlogs and when I am feeling really depressed you both make me laugh at a very touching moment and I feel like I have left my bad place and joined you with your exciting adventure. SORRY IF YOU THINK I’M INTRUDING🤔🤔🤔. Absolutely love you two I could watch you all the time it’s good therapy. Have a fantastic time travelling can’t wait for your next vlog.😊🤗😀😃👋 I’m from Tasmania!

[@neilmitchelhill9388]

Loved this video, as always you make me smile

[@itsJackandMegan]

Thanks so much for watching Neil! 👍😊

[@sharonanderson8962]

You both look so happy 😊

[@jamest3468]

Love it as always guys

[@trevorbennion1979]

Wonderful content guys ❤❤

[@itsJackandMegan]

Thanks so much Trev 🙏😊

[@63holden]

Love your thoughts on the difference between camping in the Ute with the rooftop and the troopy.❤ It's OK Megan, I won't peek. 😉🤞

[@darrenmoerenhout2476]

Love it 🍻 Just make sure that table for the cooker is secure when cooking.

[@Daniel_owen_]

What a great adventure. It’s good to see you two enjoying yourself with just basic stuff. No need for 100k touring setups. I’m looking forward to more episodes.

[@itsJackandMegan]

Absolutely no need for the 100k setups that’s for sure. Although they would be nice 😂😂

[@DarrenFJ]

Great to see you both back in Australia.. enjoyed the video, Cape Trip is on our to do list, looks amazing. Jack, please remove that shelf behind your head next to drivers seat .. cheers guys 😎 Oh shelf went .. most excellent .. safe travels 👍

[@shaneg6245]

Loved the episode Jack & Megan thanks for showing us the cape even if it was a rushed trip. We want to do the cape yourk run one day it's one of my bucket list places to do and go to. Any great tips that you can give us?

[@Sentinel-Ai]

Great video guys, look forward to the 6000km trip :) , i used to do 1000km in one run from Mildura to Narooma.

[@edwardstephens7643]

You both seem a very happy couple enjoy life 😊

[@lauriekibblewhite]

I would think that the reason it was so quiet, so hot, good roads, is that the tourist season generally finishes around late September - early October, Before the change of season. It's a pity that you didn't get into Elliott Falls, but I agree, discretion is the better part of valour. It's a pity you didn't have time to explore the rest of the tip. Next time. Re changing wheels - if it will hold air, pump the tyre up first, then you don't have to jack the car up so much.

[@patryanlrd666]

Glad you’re back fit and healthy. Kmart have a cheap jetboil thing if you need the extra power for charging

[@Amanda-uc5jq]

I didn’t realise I could get to the cape in my Subaru XV, now I know. Awesome trip, so beautiful

[@johnburnett5624]

Hi Guys, love your vids. To significantly cut down on dust entering the back tray, it needs to be pressurised. Normally to do this a closable vent facing toward the front of the vehicie is installed on top and at the front of the canopy and left open of dusty roads thus pressurising the tray area as you move along. In your case it maybe difficult with all your stuff mounted on top. Maybe ARB may have an alternative option.

[@dannyfisher9223]

Thanks guy's for another awesome episode, love watching your adventures, Jack I absolutely love the hilux mate seems like a good car mate! Cheers and safe travels guy's

[@lorencramp]

Great to see big smiles again guys! Can't beat a luxi. I have a '97 4x4.

[@itsJackandMegan]

Loveeee the older style ones!

[@nextleveloz]

We loved Picanniny Rest Area even though it’s not really a rest area it’s a first class free camp for the way up or back. It was so underrated on Wikicamps we thought something must have been wrong with it. We had it to ourselves also. No midges when we were there though. Shame about Fruitbat and Eliot Falls. Scrubby Creek isn’t too bad and the OTT between there and the Falls is Ok - but get the judgement call for sure (we dragged our van through there a few months ago). You are right there are heaps of examples of people swimming at Fruitbat Falls but we did see a report of a croc siting which closed it for a while. Shame. But there were tons of people when we were there and not so many at Eliot Falls and the Saucepan. It was a flying trip but as you say - have to do it. Stay well.

[@jacquibowen7084]

Look very nice we where there in October 1987 bogged a lot,things have changed a bit.

[@lindsaygrams8373]

Did the Frenchmans track on the way back it was awesome 55 km in 5 hours

[@kevincashmore4655]

I have two hiluxes and absolutely love them. Great little 4wds. Glad you two are back just love your show

[@itsJackandMegan]

Very good cars!! Thanks for watching Kev.

[@ravensnax]

Can’t wait to see what you guys like and what you change with the hilux setup

[@two_in_tasmania]

This kind of travel seems to agree with you both. Noticeably happier. 👍