WEST IS BEST | DIRK HARTOG ISLAND | STEEP POINT | ROADTRIP AUSTRALIA |

[@dazza0485]

I rarely comment on KZbin but I have to say thank you for your sick videos that you guys make. Your presentation makes your viewers feel a part of your family and your videos could cheer up anyone! Enjoy Exmouth when you get up that way, ps your kids are very well behaved on screen. Cheers to all of you! 🍻

[@TripInAVan]

thanks so much mate.

[@LivingBGLegend]

His videos have a cold or somein tss tssss #fawkya

[@alieshabrown7887]

This is for showering while camping on the beach. We did some beach camping in the Herald Bright area, other side of Denham in Sharks Bay really nice. For the showers we have a old bucket (25 lt ) we would boil up 5 lt of salt water from the ocean in an old pot and add the up with fresh ocean water, used a 12 volt salt water bilge pump you get from ebay very cheap. You can buy the shower adapter and buy some salt water soap, 25 lt of warm ocean water bloody nice, remember to clean out the pump in fresh water after your done. love the Vid by the way.

[@TripInAVan]

aliesha brown cheers for that, great idea

[@Steven_Allison]

For your shower set up I use a cheap 12v shower which pump drops straight into a 10 or 20ltr jerry and packs up in to a small size tackle box.. runs off a 12v socket 👌 keep it up guys love the videos 👍

[@TripInAVan]

thanks mate

[@MACK1BIZ]

Great video and isn't Dirk Hartog a beautiful spot. Yes it's expensive for the average person to get over there but here's a tip. About 5 years back, my wife and I volunteered with national parks to perform a clean up on the island for 7 days. There was about 20 people all up. They paid for the ferry transfers, we camped at Sandy point (no cost) and they purchased all the food for the week. In return we visited a new area each day and loaded a trailer full of rubbish which was removed from the island at the end. We had a great look all around the island, swam and fished in the arvo. They generally do this once a year so keep an eye out or contact national parks WA. We had a great time and recommend it to anyone. Around Christmas time they also run a volunteer program monitoring the turtles.

[@TripInAVan]

MACK1BIZ that’s great!!!!! What a good idea👍

[@ronaldwoodhouse7262]

I am loving watching these videos as the wife and I are looking at getting a caravan soon. We use that crumb mix with chicken breast stuffed with ham and cheese. The camp showers from supercheap auto, 10l water is great, shower unit takes stuffall room and a collapsible bucket.

[@TripInAVan]

Ronald Woodhouse perfect, thanks for the info🤙

[@barryd444]

Hi Jason & Beck, we must have been out at Withnell Point at the same time as you. We were camped along the beach, 4 vehicles. My wife and I had the small caravan and boat, the others had kayaks which were more suitable for the conditions. You can see our rig again behind the Salty’s sign near the end. Was a great trip and was good to reminisce with your film work, fantastic work, thanks.

[@TripInAVan]

barryd444 cheers guys. Awesome spot hey

[@edwardpickett574]

Fantastic...........keep the videos coming.....they are fabulous.......

[@Havanah2006]

I have thoroughly loved watching this and a few others this evening. I can’t wait to travel in a few years with the hubby. Love the ute & all its trimmings 💖 what an incredibly beautiful landscape on our back foot. It’s sad to think most of us never travel to see. It also puts some touristy places to shame. Love your home cooked meals and your families beautiful. How lucky are your kids. What an awesome adventure

[@TripInAVan]

cheers mate

[@evah787]

WOW ..... Western Australia coastal is just BEAUTIFUL! God's blessings to all Australians!!!!!! 😊

[@philiplowry5771]

You guys are an awesome family and your kids are just perfect wide eyed natural young Australians. What a wonderful family adventure you guys had and I get the privilege to sit here and jump on for the ride. And, nice bit of early explorer education slid cleverly into the video as I have read and wondered about, but have never been to where Hartog and Dampier sailed and landed in Western Australia. Well guess what, I feel like I've been there now !!! Also loved the overhead Drone shots to give the adventure some broad perspective and 'western' 'filmic' inspiration Well done and good stuff 'nature lovers' and look forward to your next outback western adventure before the kids get bigger !!

[@TripInAVan]

Thanks so much mate, cheers for watching. Glad to have your support👍

[@joannewilson6847]

Just gorgeous scenery. Thanks for the history lessons as well. Your kiddies are being taught from their adventures. It’s so inspiring. Have the best time all xxxx

[@AussieFamilyLiving]

Absolutely epic, you guys are a huge inspiration to us taking off on our big lap. Keep up the great work!

[@alistairhouston4655]

Stunning. And I just love the idea of camping where you can see the sunrise and sunset, over as beautiful sea as that.

[@johndiaz7240]

Thanks for sharing , great family , love you're camp set up especially the electric cook top .

[@michaelseal9714]

Hey guys, Defo will be going to DHI when we do WA.. Saltys will be a must, as yep that’s my nick name. Agree that 4 days was a bit short, I’m thinking at least 7 days. Anyways as usual brilliant vid Justin and Bec, keep them coming 👍

[@TripInAVan]

michael seal yeah mate if it was up to me I would of stayed at least 7. It does get hard running the whole family out of the ute though for long periods. 😂😂

[@franki6696]

That place is bloody Awesome,definitely got to get a forby now and set it up,love watching you guys and all of your Adventures.

[@TripInAVan]

frank I it’s paradise mate!!! Enjoy🤘

[@adgersparky1718]

Thank you guys for doing this vlog! Me, my mrs and little one are moving to Australia in 2 years. Hard saving and having to wait but this channel has given me all the inspiration needed to push on and set up a fantastic life for me and my family. Keep the videos coming, loving the channel.

[@TripInAVan]

Andrew Hunt thanks so much mate! Safe travels and enjoy Australia 🤙

[@fergnjude]

Thanks for sharing what a great location, we are enjoying your vacation as much as you are, we feel as though we are part of the family, bringing back lots of old memories when we were over the west, cant wait to head of in our Van again, thanks again to you and your beautiful family.

[@TripInAVan]

thanks so much!!

[@StarLight-yk6es]

I've never seen wa , but it looks Awsome ! Bro your showing them how it's done mate , nice rig , swags wifey and three great kids ! After some hard years :) you guys make me want to live life to the fullest ! :) Get myself a new wifey , a good rig , make some kids , and cruze around this butiful country we live in ! DHI IS NOW ON THE BUCKET LIST ! Thanks for sharing , INSPIRATIONAL :)

[@TripInAVan]

Thanks mate!! Glad we can inspire ya to check it out yourself. It is EPIC!!

[@aaronlane6218]

Hi guys great vid once again , we have finally done it , we have hit the road , in Kalbarri at the moment , keep a look out for a white ford ranger with orange max trax on the side towing a Jayco expanda , love to say hello , travelling with 2 kids.

[@Fitzy6722]

just jumped straight from lattest ep to dhi link, cracking ep to watch again👍🏽👍🏽

[@poppys9402]

WOW!!! Love that part of the country, will have to try and get over to DHI next time! Just hope it stays that pristine and undeveloped forever! Really liking these longer videos too, great job guys! Had to laugh when Justin kept referring to the turtle as "him" hahaha....

[@joecassar6825]

Where can i source the music you play on your videos. BTW fantastic footage, love each video, thanks for sharing.

[@kman6482]

Fantastic video guys,we live in Mandurah,it’s great to see the West coast through your eyes,fantastic,gives us the info we need to do the trip.

[@bluedog1052]

Somehow just stumbled across your channel on my feed. Loved it, down to earth family doing what you love. Guess I'm in for a loooooong night catching up. Looks epic man!! And a great family to boot! Certainly envious!

[@TripInAVan]

thanks so much mate, enjoy!

[@eversun77]

Watched quite a few of your vids now guys. You really do such a great job and love the music selection...ahhh to be a young family man again. Stay safe and stay real 👍

[@TripInAVan]

M cheers mate hey

[@georgieatkins1948]

Hey Guys! Love you travel vlogs :)) An idea for a shower... when I go camping I use the spinifex solar shower which is incredible!! All you do is fill it up and if you want a hot shower leave it in the sun all day and at the end of the day you have yourself a nice warm shower!! Keep the videos coming!!! :))

[@TripInAVan]

cheers

[@rogermace4516]

What a lovely island not to mention the awesome video you made to complement such a beautiful place ......Well Done ...... Keep Safe

[@markgardiner1613]

Living the dream! Looking forward to hitting the road next year and heading East. Got 12 months off work and can't wait 😊

[@PlanesTrainsEverything]

At the start there's a road sign mentioning Useless Loop. I was telling a mate at work recently about this place (I live in the UK) and he didn't believe it existed. I'll have to get him to watch your fine video.

[@montemurray4513]

looks like heaven to me

[@TripInAVan]

Monte Murray perfection 👌

[@GO-WITHFLO]

Thanks for sharing we are heading there next week and now we can’t wait ⭐️🥂😁

[@ellietthillery8204]

What a video! Make me envy an get keener to travel Idea for shower that has multi uses. Collapsible bucket, bilge pump and shower head ✌ can use it at fresh creeks to fill tanks, hose car or gear down etc etc. simply packs away to nothing and cheap

[@TripInAVan]

awesome idea thankyou

[@steeevo0136]

Gotta love it here in Oz - 300 gazillion flies can’t be wrong !

[@MrBumhunter]

i'm from belgium and i've only done steep point but man how beautifull it was did the big trip around oz and honest fell in love with the country keep up the nice video's it's nice to relive it again!

[@MrBumhunter]

btw that first hill i had to proper speed up or i couldn't make it in my prado :p after that smooth sailing:)

[@TripInAVan]

nikolaj djehske it is insanely beautiful out there!! Thanks for watching mate, great to hear you’ve made it out there. That sand dune can be a bugger, especially if your towing a camper

[@budz.e4730]

You guys so lucky to go steep point been wanting go here for a longtime , when I do end up going will be staying there 2-3 weeks , so good you showing everything along the way

[@TripInAVan]

thanks mate

[@joepsaila2837]

Another great video guys your footage is spectacular you guys are living the dream thanks guys cheers.

[@TripInAVan]

joe psaila thanks heaps man 💪

[@doctoredic]

Thanks , great to see the kids getting out like this. Have a look at Elim Beach north of Cooktown if you get over this side.

[@backdropdrone341]

Epic video as always, such an inspiration! We’ve sold the house, only days away from ordering the caravan and leave in Sept. We can not wait to start our amazing adventure and show it all off just like you guys. Giddy up 🤙

[@eroldyerkin3033]

I know I'm late to this, but I've just been catching up and I must say these vids are sick. So entertaining and very well edited.

[@TripInAVan]

Erold Yerkin cheers mate, thanks so much for your support and glad you like the vids🤘

[@ellienorman9051]

You should try get in touch with the bucket list Family on KZbin I think next year they’re coming to West Australia to road trip. 😄

[@TripInAVan]

Ellie & Cam tourism Australia is probably flying them over😂😂

[@ellienorman9051]

Trip In A Van - RoadTrip Australia Series oh yes! Haha 😂

[@alisonphilp7497]

That’s a made spot guus bucket list I recon for me Thanks for sharing 🙏👌🇦🇺

[@stuartevans6054]

You guys are killing it. Loved that part of the world. Stayed at Hamelin and headed to steep point. Weather was windy as. Looks like you guys were there at the perfect time. Keep up the good work with the vids.

[@TripInAVan]

Stuart Evans epic weather mate hey, loved it👌

[@thebeuks1]

Love watching your videos, giving us inspiration to do a trip on a smaller scale. Keep the videos coming and keep having fun

[@TripInAVan]

cheers

[@vanlifeoffive3105]

On the bucket list!!! How do you go planning meals when one is gluten free. I’m the same I’m gluten free and the hubby and 3 kids aren’t. At home it’s fine but away how do you manage it? Keep the videos rolling

[@TripInAVan]

Just make most things gluten free. Pretty easy these days

[@alisonshanahan9529]

I've been adding so many of your journeys to my holidays folder, you have great places to visit. New subscriber!

[@brenzventures]

Get yourselves a *kickass* portable batterie shower & collasable bucket, usb rechargeable lasts an hour at least plenty for all the fams! Love your videos especially this one going there next week woohoo you guys all rock THANKYOU for sharing your epic family and travels ❣❣✌🤙

[@colb9916]

or a 5/10 litre solar shower. fill the black bag, hang it or lay it in the sun. hr or so, hot showers :)) ., Black poly 3 inch tubeing run around the roof racks carries about 40/50 litres . always heating in the sun. hot water on gravity fed tap. :)

[@brenzventures]

@@colb9916 those are dangerously hot you cannot control the temperature ..

[@colb9916]

@@brenzventures ive fitted my solar bag with a mixing tap and a cold reseviour. :) same with rooftop. has black pipe for heat, and white pipe for cold, spare drinking water. the cold is main. feed in tap to add hot. :) I try not to rely on electrics/batteries, just in case. .

[@brenzventures]

@@colb9916 you never stated that in first instance therefore possibly someone may take your idea and get hurt! I dont live with what ifs most electrics are trustworthy if your capable of looking after them $40 gets a great safe portable shower no problems ✌

[@colb9916]

@@brenzventures )) coleman make a great camp hotwater system. has battery ignition , ,a small inline pump (drop it into a bucket or tub etc )and gas canister /flame heating system. can be used for hot washing up water etc, or add the shower attatchment, great for when set up in camp for a few days or longer. My store bought solar bag sure can get realy hot , so i dont leave it out long . as with any hot water, common sense has to come into it . Love all the new stuff that makes camping out more comfy. but im still kinda old school lol. simple things that dont use gas or power and always work :))

[@Rickoo5]

Hi guys. Loving the longer video format. I never knew about this amazing looking place. Congratulations on another entertaining video 👍

[@TripInAVan]

thanks heaps mate

[@vidaplena9758]

Es hermoso que puedan hacer lo que les encanta y disfrutarlo en familia con sus hijos. Me encantó el video. Éxitos y bendiciones. 🏊🌅🌴🌞

[@ohreverieshop6458]

omg I can feel the flies on me just watching in my lounge room argh!!

[@chrismcdonnell1695]

The best DH vid I have ever watched. A lot of camera work for you but rest assured that it was a success. Happy travels.

[@TripInAVan]

oh man, thanks heaps. Thats so cool to hear!! We loved it over there hey!!

[@streetleswa4282]

oi , you lot , stop giving away all our secrets ...haha.....great report on a sensational location , keep them coming and continue to enjoy the adventure in the Wild West...!

[@Fitzy6722]

That looked like an epic trip👍 We just got back from sharkbay yesterday after 7nights there. And just booked in dirk hartog for 3nights. Then another 7nights in denham for xmas. I think we will get wind blown again but it’s definitely worth it. The place is off tap!

[@flightofthefox-aussietrave1430]

Great video legends 👍🏼 can’t wait to get put this part of the coast again 😊 absolutely beautiful!

[@TripInAVan]

Flight of the Fox - Aussie Travel Couple thanks guys!! Loved it here

[@kytra57]

Awesome videos guys, keep up the great work. Hope to see ya on the road next year👍🎣

[@TripInAVan]

chers mate!!

[@soundzrinmygarden3833]

Great video, one of your best for sure. Those dunny budgies at the start were in plague proportions, unlucky swallowing one but we've all done that.

[@TripInAVan]

thanks mate hey

[@brettlawer4033]

Assume clip you guys Will be doing the same trip next month Can’t wait. Lucky for us it’s just down the road. Your camera work is unreal, what drone are you using if you don’t mind me asking Thanks Brett

[@TripInAVan]

cheers mate, we use a DJI mavic2pro

[@brettlawer4033]

Thought so the image is so crisp and clear.Done well. If your still in the Carnarvon region your welcome to stay any time, plenty of space for the van. Would love to share some more local secret spots, plus our kids would love to play with some other little monkey mates. If not enjoy your travels and all the best Thanks Regards Brett

[@letsgosomewheretravels9476]

Looks amazing. We say the west coast of Scotland is best. So agree west is best.

[@lukecharlton9289]

Hey guys Great vid. I think you guys may know our friends Brent and Gemma in the Isuzu truck! Anyway, off here in December/January fora week towing a 1T camper trailer. Think she’ll get to most places? Do you need to book sites or can you just rock up to one of those beautiful spots anywhere. Thanks

[@TripInAVan]

lUKE cHARLTON you have to book all sites at steep point and dirk hartog💪

[@DebacleWhimsical]

3 min into the video. Covered in flies and driving along places called useless loop...AWESOME!! camping on the beach 10/10 though.

[@jacquespotgieter2700]

Advice regarding those bugees, stop using fragrant toiletries (Under arm, shower gel etc..) Go bush to blend in...

[@hoganmyra1]

Fantastic videos, cinematography spot on 👌 falling in love with Australia 😍❤💕

[@TripInAVan]

thankyou so much

[@ramapa1]

Very fascinating and adventurous. This is something I want to do. and it's my dream to explore North part of WA.

[@garyezard7512]

Masterpiece guys loved ,looking forward to next one 👍🍺🍾

[@hopeless5025]

Lovely family and lovely country .. god bless you all

[@waltere.mellin3537]

I just recently found your channel. And I absolutely love it! Ya'll have such a wonderful family. And your videos are the best. Exploring Australia has always been something that I've wanted to do. And hopefully some day I'll make it. The best to all of you and your adventures.

[@TripInAVan]

Walter E. Mellin thanks so much for watching mate. Glad you found our channel🤘

[@waltere.mellin3537]

@@TripInAVan I'm looking forward to more of your family's adventures. Be safe and enjoy!

[@paulashby4952]

Thanks again to you guys. We love your vids and Australia. We're arriving in WA later in the year to have our own 5 week adventure but in a motorhome. From two Poms.

[@TripInAVan]

safe travels guys!! thanks for watching

[@frankborg1534]

Hi Justin and Bec great video beautiful scenes. Was just wondering where and how often you service your truck and or your Caravan ? Frank

[@TripInAVan]

Frank Borg thanks mate, do the car every 7500 and the van every 15k

[@frankborg1534]

Thanks do you go to a mechanic somewhere?

[@TripInAVan]

Frank Borg usually do it myself on the van hey

[@BunyipnAbout]

great vid great places great atmosphere & personality. new to channel & loving youre trips.

[@TripInAVan]

robert bewley thanks mate

[@TheFew777]

I was really impressed by ur equipment, especially by Ute capkit. Something fantastic. When we travel in same environment (UAE) dust is everythere in car :-)))

[@darylneit2804]

Another great video , keep going guys , thanks for gear up date on swags and all the great spots soooo jealous , but one day maybe

[@TripInAVan]

Daryl Neit thanks for watching mate, love the comments 💪

[@JenzRich]

Epic trip. Would have loved to go to DHI but it was closed when we were there. Will have to go back. Would you Please wack up some links to the gear you use. Make it so much easier for us lazy rip off campers to source the gear. @tripinavan.

[@TripInAVan]

Richard Dodd to easy mate! This should help www.tripinavan.com.au/roadtrip-australia

[@stevepetrie4672]

Great video mate. Unreal scenary and camping spots.

[@marksaxon2468]

Thanks. You are a such a fantastic family

[@MacHaggiss]

Heading up to steep point in a fortnight, great video dudes , was a bit worried about the road in but looks like a piece of cake 🧁 👍

[@Jay-hr9ci]

Very good. I will never get to do anything like this though. Thanks for sharing.

[@michaelrobertson2909]

That’s certainly livin mate. We’re hoping to head off next year on our lap/s around Oz.

[@bendagger8362]

Mate, another corker of an episode. If you get a chance can you let me know where you source the rooftop swag bags? They look like the biz for our quick dash up there shortly. Great work on the editing, you guys are guns.

[@TripInAVan]

cheers mate!! The swag bags are ARB cargo gear. You can get them from any ARB store. They have been brilliant hey.

[@billallen4039]

Great video and amazing sights and cannot wait to get back to Oz from two positive pommies who know how to swim between the flags ;)

[@TripInAVan]

Bill Allen cheers mate🤙🤙

[@chartphred1]

Great video. You have the most gorgeous family! Keep the vids comin.

[@azwildaz]

Hey Justin/Bec, What time of the year did you go. I've been to Steep Point the past 3 years and love it. But have always wanted to take the barge over and do some time on DHI.

[@TripInAVan]

Aaron Clarke it was May mate🤘

[@azwildaz]

@@TripInAVan Thanks guys. I'm doing my best to save because I want to live my best life as you guys do. You have truly opened my eyes on how to see this amazing country

[@TripInAVan]

Aaron Clarke cheers mAte, stoked we can show ya🤙

[@andrewstarling332]

Special....and what a lovely family !!

[@gellerfamily7684]

Hi Guys Love your channel and videos. What month did you head to Steep Point? and what month did you head to Ningaloo? There was no wind. Looks amazing. Thank you

[@TripInAVan]

alpha Tyler May and June. Perfect

[@greatsouthernoverland]

Oh what a place!!!! Thanks heaps for putting the work in to bring us this amazing episode:D We travel with the soda stream as well....it rocks!!!:D How were the dunny budgies.

[@TripInAVan]

cheers mate!! fly's were atrocious!!

[@Rangeroverland2022]

Another awesome video guys!! Keep them coming

[@gregtoth7534]

Just, epic vid mate. Looks like it's on our bucket list now. You guys are great together and what a fantastic education the kids are getting from your travels too. Can I ask what resolution are you pushing your videos to KZbin. I'm only getting 360k resolution on a fibre link when watching you stuff. It just dulls the fantastic scenery you guys are shooting. Totally understand if you are reducing the quality due to remoteness and poor reception. Anyway safe travels guys and keep up the great work.

[@TripInAVan]

thanks mate.,. I actually have no idea what res i am uploading at.... Haha. I will check settings before i upload the next one. I shoot all the vid in 1080 so i'll need to upload different if its getting dumbed down

[@52Tracker]

Bloody brilliant video! You guys are just too much fun, love following you❤️🇦🇺🇨🇦

[@TripInAVan]

thanks heaps mate!!

[@WesternAustraliaNowAndThen]

Good timing, we are heading up that way in less than a month. Stunning area, can't wait!

[@hanlens_on_hiatus]

Another great video guys.

[@TripInAVan]

craig hanlen thankyou

[@ne1273]

An absolute fabulous review of the Island. Great footage of the access and egress to Steep Point. Question; would you tackle that dune with your van on tow. Reason why I ask is because we are considering doing it with a camping trailer (1.8t) and a similar set up to your rig. Thank you Nige,,,

[@TripInAVan]

CHEERS MATE. I wouldn't get the van up the dune out to steep point. it's to soft and lumpy. You'd get a camper trailer up no dramas' but hey!!

[@ne1273]

Trip In A Van - RoadTrip Australia Series thanks for the reply,,

[@DAV632]

I'm not sure I could haack all those CROWDED beaches!!

[@ozzylonghorn9410]

Love the video, heading up to Tamala for a week for the 1st time in September, really excited now , thanks for the footage and tips 👍

[@TripInAVan]

CHEERS FOR WATCHING MATE

[@tommyhallberg]

Great Video, love follow you guy's from Hong Kong on your journey around Australia

[@TripInAVan]

thanks mate

[@mikeburns8959]

You guys are so good..keep up the great work and hope to see you on the road one day as we are about to retire and head off to see Australia

[@TripInAVan]

Mike Burns awesome thankyou

[@garyjones980]

Hi guys. How do you fund such a trip?

[@lorenworthington8739]

For we Yanks, this so reminds me of Baja California. Superb trip/family/video

[@TripInAVan]

thankyou

[@craigmurphy163]

Brilliant brilliant brilliant the education your giving the kids and me is priceless thank you so much for the vids I don't say this lightly but if yo go to patreon your the one I would sub to because of what your doing for the young ones and also selfishly for me me love it what a awesome country we live in from a pommie coming to oz go wa safe travels

[@TripInAVan]

CRAIG MURPHY thanks heaps mate, I need to investigate this patreon

[@philcaruana7152]

Well done guys.Another awesome video.You's are an inspirational.I am about to retire,got my off road van,and am keen as shit

[@petefrancis4403]

Nice one guys, another one for the bucket list. I thought you said the roads in weren't too bad then you were off to Carnarvon for new suspension????????

[@TripInAVan]

Pete Francis the road to Steep point was fine. The roads on Dirk Hartog were rough as guts💪

[@bnl1983]

Hi guys, great vids hope your all g back on the road. Who are you playing at 37:18, it crashes Shazam lol?

[@TripInAVan]

haha, no idea mate hey....

[@mattpowell8194]

Looks so nice over there! Following you guys and adding heaps of points to our map for when we do our big lap! Just one question, how do you go funding it all? Work hard and save? (I do understand if you don't want to answer) but I would love to travel like you guys do. Any advice would be awesome! Thanks heaps, love the videos and keep it up! #livingthedream!

[@TripInAVan]

work, save, social media, online content, tourism.....