Lap of Australia EP28 - Katherine & Nitmiluk National Park, NT - Camping, Hiking & Epic Scenery

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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.

[@camo4889]

Great stuff guys, get in the water Jack! 🤙

[@kparker4894]

If @Cameron Tinkler gets 100 thumbs up, Jack has to go swimming!!

[@hugheshome]

@jmxploring I agree with @Cameron Tinkler - Jack GET IN THE WATER ✌️😁

[@itsJackandMegan]

If it gets 100 I’ll get in the water 🤙😊

[@braydenclark5828]

Why doesn't Jack like water ?

[@troopyinafrica]

Jack common only a little swim nothing uncomfortable 😂

[@CeasefireNow2024]

Its name is pronounced Nit-Ma-Look... not Nit-Ma-Luck. And the Butterfly dreaming is one of the many sacred dreaming sites of the large Jawoyn area.

[@itsJackandMegan]

Thanks for the correction. 👍

[@Terranmmhl]

Another amazing video from you guys! I absolutely lost it when you hit up Megan for an apology for the Jetboil debate. hahahahahah Also, a BIG YES for the unimog!!

[@itsJackandMegan]

Haha thanks mate! Big decision to make but don’t think we could sell the troopy will have to wait and see. We need a bigger vehicle to accommodate for our rather large dog 😂 🐶

[@andytotalcarnage8763]

Hi there Jack & Megan awesome stuff guys.. I've not long started my youtube channel and was wondering what sort of cameras are you guys using? cheers

[@itsJackandMegan]

Hey mate thanks for watching! We use the Sony a6400 but all the gear we use is listed in the description! 👍

[@andytotalcarnage8763]

@@itsJackandMegan Thankyou

[@briananderson5965]

Hey guys like your channel but a bit more info where u actually are would be good

[@itsJackandMegan]

Hey thanks we will work on that cheers.

[@marcovonpickartz8251]

Be careful which 4x4 truck you buy. Some can be expensive to own. 40L per 100 is doable. If doing a lap there are only 2 trucks. Isuzu NPS or the Mitsubishi Canter 4x4 Isuzu better with heavy loads. Canter better in rough terrain. Neither will disappoint. The Canter can get as low as 14L per hundred at 6 ton doing 90 to 100kmh with Super Single 37” wheels. That’s impressive.

[@dennisfromoz6436]

Do tell, where is that secret isolated camp spot out of Katherine....I promise I won't tell anyone...true. :Happy Days" guys.

[@itsJackandMegan]

Hey Denise get on WikiCamps and type in “Emungalan gravel pit”

[@charliebox3484]

ooft pricy petrol how many ks does that last u?

[@itsJackandMegan]

Can’t actually remember but I think it was around the 900km mark. 👍

[@louisebennett666]

HI just wondering what falls you were at? We are driving up there next year and would love an honest take on what to see and not to do. Getting a bit confused about where you are.

[@louisestone-weatherly5517]

noodles @ bunnings

[@itsJackandMegan]

Thanks Louise 😊

[@gochabak4952]

Watching this vlog makes me feel calm…thank you for the upload😀😀

[@itsJackandMegan]

That’s great to hear thank you so much for watching👍😊

[@PeterLavery-k8z]

great episode love to know the name of the camp site you stayed at

[@TheCotswold]

Spectacular photography guys - BTW do you find yourselves bumping into the same people when touring, for instance others following similar routes?

[@itsJackandMegan]

Hey Angus yes all the time we are constantly running into people! 😊👍

[@deebznxumalo7008]

Lovely content there,beautiful being with you n every journey BUT,there's a song that drops on the 3rd min of this vid,song tittle and artist please 😜

[@itsJackandMegan]

Hey mate thanks here is the name and artist😊 Those summer nights - Windshield

[@hugheshome]

Nice One as usual guys. But Jack ☝️clean the lense next time. Poor Megan must have done her nut editing with that dot in the picture 🤣

[@itsJackandMegan]

Yes was spewin about that. Shocking wasn’t it 😂

[@braydenclark5828]

What ever ya do don't sell the troopy just turbo it

[@itsJackandMegan]

Could never sell the troopy 👍

[@braydenclark5828]

Good too hear bloody well set up

[@stuartmorgan9876]

Great again.Just catching up on a few I've missed! We're you there in school holidays or was it just the usual tourists?

[@itsJackandMegan]

Thanks for watching Stuart! Yes unfortunately we were there in the middle of school holidays during peak season 😅

[@savethebeeeez]

Incredible! I hiked the Jatbula Trail over 5 days in Nitmiluk NP this time 2 years ago and it was so so magical. Megan, you would LOVE the swimming spots and waterfalls along the way. Loving your vids!!

[@itsJackandMegan]

That would have been an awesome adventure!!

[@adelarsen9776]

"All gorged out" is coming..... hehe

[@itsJackandMegan]

Haha good one!

[@anic0485]

Another great episode keep it up! Interesting to see how busy it is atm. Wanna go next year and a bit worried how busy everything seems to be atm. A tip how to get the glue off your back windows of... I just removed dodgy tinting on our back windows and was left with glue all over the window....sca heavy duty decreaser, sponge scoureer and some elbow grease and it's like new...

[@itsJackandMegan]

It is extremely busy we have really started to notice it in NT and WA. Also thanks for the tip we really need to get around to getting that glue of 😂

[@kparker4894]

Awesome episode again guys. Loving your video work and your content. Megan will only see the potential of your 4x4 Truck tourer when you've finished it!!😂 Catch you next vid. 👍👍

[@itsJackandMegan]

Thanks K 🤙

[@justindawson3428]

K town is a great place to visit. We were there not long ago and van parks were full with numbers never seen before. You are now in my backyard.

[@itsJackandMegan]

Very busy that’s for sure!

[@sapereaude616]

I wanted to ask if Australia is on strict lockdowns. I know you cannot trust the media but being in America I like to find out if the news reports are true or not. I know you posted your video today but I know it doesn't mean you took the video today. Like your channel if you can answer this I would appreciate it. Thank you

[@itsJackandMegan]

Hey mate it is pretty strict at the moment NSW and VIC are not doing to well at the moment. but it changes so quick

[@b4thefall]

I didn't see the 3 plateaus on your vid! Was there long time ago. When you're in the water looking up, the cliffs are exquisite

[@itsJackandMegan]

Such a beautiful place hey!

[@dougneville9097]

Great vid guy's,we do have some amazing country up here.Thanks.

[@itsJackandMegan]

Cheers Doug!

[@teafoodpairing2025]

Yes your on Patreon. Hope you get a lot of people helping you to keep on making great content! We are backing you up with a small contribution 😁

[@itsJackandMegan]

Hey thank you so much for that it really helps. 😊😊 you’re a legend. We are spending the day today getting our Patreon benefits sorted👍

[@crankycamperadventures9862]

You should get a Tyre tube 👍

[@itsJackandMegan]

Never thought of this thanks!

[@aidenturner2893]

Just be mindful how close you park up to dry grass, your exhaust can start a fire!

[@itsJackandMegan]

Hey mate first thing I checked was for dry grass under the car 👍 cheers for watching!

[@NickandRachel]

Awesome video guys! Thanks for sharing

[@itsJackandMegan]

No worries mate thanks for watching 😊

[@NickandRachel]

@@itsJackandMegan no problem! We really enjoy making outdoor content also.

[@jamesstevenson289]

I've only recently discovered your channel and absolutely loving your content. Your alucab tent and awning look amazing. Why don't you set up the the awning that often?

[@itsJackandMegan]

Hey mate cheers. We just don't seem to sit out side as much as we thought we would but it has definitely come in handy more since we hit the NT its getting bloody hot lately and we haven't been able to sit inside the car until the sun goes down👍

[@Neil-clare]

Great video beautiful locations 🇦🇺🙌🏻

[@itsJackandMegan]

Beautiful country up there! Can't wait to revisit 🙌🏼

[@THESITESUPERVISOR.]

Absolutely amazing footage aye guys. Keep up the great work, keen for the next video 👍🏻

[@itsJackandMegan]

Thanks Toby! 😁

[@kevinbarker359]

Jack & megan, could just see you driving that ..Jack the giant killer.. how hot is the day and how cool in the morning. Gee, the people going there is amazing ,like bourke street ..haha.. we are the same we don't like crowds..look forward for your next one ..keep safe and enjoy life. ... .kev

[@itsJackandMegan]

Thanks Kev see you on the next one! 👍 it’s about 12 degrees in the morning and 35 during the day!

[@kevinbarker359]

@@itsJackandMegan perfect weather ..

[@norafinley5216]

Very big thumbs up for this video. Btw, bunnings selling those pool noodles. Looking forward watching your next vid 🙂

[@stever285]

That'd be a 3 hour drive to get a pool noodle. When I was in Katherine there were a few shops that would have sold them.

[@itsJackandMegan]

Hey Nora never thought of Bunnings good thinking!

[@cliveirugalbandara505]

Its like I'm revisiting these places as you guys travel through! Good stuff!

[@itsJackandMegan]

Thanks for following along Clive 😊

[@cruisin_our_country]

We are loving your channels guys. Keep doing what your doing👌

[@itsJackandMegan]

Thanks mate! 😊👍

[@ouradventerousdays]

We are currently in Katherine now and enjoyed the Springs too. We did look at the walk but unfortunately we might not get to do any longer one because we have young kids and it's so hot each day. Husband is not keen, we will definitely going to Edith Falls tho.

[@itsJackandMegan]

It was definitely a long hot walk! Haha, Edith Falls is a perfect compromise though, not too far to walk at all and a beautiful place to spend the day 🙌🏼

[@ouradventerousdays]

@@itsJackandMegan yes. We will definitely going to Edith Falls and try to go to the upper pool.

[@caroldouglas912]

I life in Katherine

[@Kenlctd105]

So love the troopy

[@frightnghost3229]

Awesome videos. Your adventures are my favourite things to watch right now. There is a little black dot on the camera that may need cleaning. Enjoy your trip :)

[@itsJackandMegan]

Hey mate thanks for following along. Yes that black dot is a tiny piece of dust. When we change our lenses over the dust of the microphone can sometimes fall onto the shutter and it’s really hard to see until you get the video up on the laptop it can be bloody annoying haha.

[@frightnghost3229]

@@itsJackandMegan yeah i know how you feel hahaha. But its not bad hardly notive it only mostly on the troopy 🤣 looking faward to the next video

[@TheFreesess]

YES THE JET BOIL! How good are they! 🔥🤗

[@itsJackandMegan]

The best hey!!

[@steve-deltasdad3906]

my thoughts too...........wanna see ya get in the water before the end of the lap Jack 😎😁

[@itsJackandMegan]

I’m working on it will make sure I’m in by the end of the lap 😂😂

[@steve-deltasdad3906]

hahahahhh, rules of touring - if no pic's then it didn't happen ??? 😋😎

[@LimestoneCoastCustoms]

I always carry an inner tube for emergencies (just like that! 😉) so a 2nd one would be good, but we have used small tractor tubes too which are great for 2 people. We went in between a truck and a Tojo, our Suburban is probably the largest we'd want to go especially as some tracks are quite narrow & height is also a consideration (fuel too!), but each to their own. Thanks for another Great Video 👍

[@itsJackandMegan]

Hey good idea on the tubes! We are wanting something a little bigger to bring our large dog along with us on the 2nd lap. So many vehicles to choose from!

[@LimestoneCoastCustoms]

@@itsJackandMegan That's one of the reasons we chose what we did. We have retained 5 seats with the fronts being like lounge chairs & we have twice the room in the rear (my dual fridge slide is now finished, time for wiring) Anyway, we love taking our dog (he loves camping too) but we are limited as too where we can go & National Parks are certainly out. Our build is very budget but going any bigger comes at a cost. Parts, Fuel, Insurance etc etc. We started with a cheap vehicle & I am repairing/ replacing/checking everything as I go, so I should know it inside out by the time we venture further away from home. We travel pretty remotely so being self reliant is very important. Enjoy!

[@itsJackandMegan]

@@LimestoneCoastCustoms Yeah that’s a good idea keeping the front as a lounge chair. Good job with the fridge slide have fun wiring up 😅 It’s a good way to know ur car inside and out doing it your self you’re exactly right!

[@e210dall3]

Loving the vids. Keep up the good work. Re the jetboil, do you find the gas cannisters to be quite expensive?

[@itsJackandMegan]

Hey mate thanks for watching! $12 per canister is what we have been paying but in saying that have had it for a while now and still on the first canister. But yes a bit expensive 😊

[@e210dall3]

@@itsJackandMegan Yeah, I want one. The heart says yes the mind says no. Gotta wait to see who wins.

[@itsJackandMegan]

@@e210dall3 follow ur heart haha

[@rogermace4516]

What a ripper of a Vid, well done to you both

[@itsJackandMegan]

Thanks Roger 😊👍

[@furtherupthetrack7583]

Megan & Jack another great video

[@itsJackandMegan]

👍😊

[@hamburger2468]

If you happen to get a chance, drop into Robin Falls, not far outside Adelaide River township (off the Dorat Rd), I think you would like them. Enjoy the NT, its a great place.

[@itsJackandMegan]

Hey Neil thanks for the tip unfortunately we have already left NT but still got a few episodes to come from there👍😊

[@janethogg4098]

@@itsJackandMegan already left! No way, so much more to see….

[@itsJackandMegan]

@@janethogg4098 We will definitely be back again soon!

[@janethogg4098]

@@itsJackandMegan 👍 give me a shout if you want to know some hidden gems when you come back 😊

[@trevorsmyth1597]

Looks great guys , so after checking your vids out your 1 week behind every time you post a new vlog…eg. This was last Sunday ?

[@itsJackandMegan]

Hey mate about 2 weeks behind 👍

[@jennylloyd4125]

Envious plus here 😂

[@itsJackandMegan]

😊 thanks for watching mate!

[@warrencramer4516]

Another great episode guys! Livin the life! Those places are definitely on my bucket list!

[@itsJackandMegan]

Thanks Warren appreciate it they are some beautiful places!

[@Leons_camper]

Some nice spots

[@itsJackandMegan]

Stunning aren’t they 👍😊

[@StarrDaniel]

So beautiful

[@itsJackandMegan]

😊👍

[@chrisburr4245]

Jack stop being soft. Get in the water. It looked amazing and the perfect opportunity. We’re waiting. Love watching you both enjoy everything. Cheers

[@itsJackandMegan]

Cheers Chris have had bad experiences in the water so working the courage up slowly mate.

[@chrisburr4245]

@@itsJackandMegan yes know just what you are saying.

[@sterling_garden_services]

epic :-)

[@itsJackandMegan]

Thanks mate 👍

[@kevanharding9716]

Awesome !

[@itsJackandMegan]

Thanks Kevan! 🤙😊👍

[@martysib6547]

Loved it! Now get in the water Jack! It'll take your experience to another level and you don't want to look back on this in years to come and think - "what a softy I was". Maybe ask the viewers, if you get a 1000 likes you'll go in the next time Megahn does??? Marty from Perth

[@itsJackandMegan]

Hey Marty cheers for watching I’m working on getting in mate just had some bad experiences unfortunately but slowly getting there. Believe me I wanna get in there haha.

[@martysib6547]

@@itsJackandMegan Bad experiences can be tough. I'll go easy on you now.

[@itsJackandMegan]

@@martysib6547 but 1000 likes does sound pretty good to me haha😂

[@gail9906]

Loved it! Your swimming spots you find all look so inviting. Beautiful part of the Country.

[@itsJackandMegan]

Thanks Gail some of the places are just breath taking 👍😊

[@gail9906]

@@itsJackandMegan I guess the camera doesnt do it total justice compared to being there seeing it. ⛺♨️

[@bigbogan3482]

Love your videos. You guys are a lovely couple.

[@itsJackandMegan]

Thanks mate!

[@rodywin8954]

amazing

[@itsJackandMegan]

Thankyou 😊