Hi All,



We've been exploring in and around the stunning Karijini National Park in the Pilbara region of remote Western Australia.

The distances out here are staggering, and the long range fuel tank is getting a work out.


From stunning red rocks to canyons, waterfalls, wild camps and crazy Australian warning signs we checkout the stunning landscapes in the area.



Jump aboard to see what it's all about.




-Dan

 

Hi All,


Have you ever dreamed of driving around the world without shipping or flying your vehicle?

All you have to do is drive a Jeep that is also a boat, which is exactly what Ben & Elinore Carlin did in their amphibious Jeep named "Half-Safe"



Their journey and story is utterly mind-blowing, and while reading the book I just kept thinking it couldn't possibly be real.
The adventure is off the scale, the sights, the risks, the absurdity of it all.



And now I have the proof it really did all happen!

I visited Half-Safe, laying my eyes on the actual Jeep, and I'm still grinning like mad!



I don't believe this adventure will ever be topped, and is the pinnacle of "Drive Around The World".



Come along as I walk you through the entire story, showing off Half-Safe in it's final display location in Western Australia.





-Dan

 

Hi all,



The coastline of Western Australia is utterly breathtaking and includes some world-famous sights that have been a must visit for me for a couple of decades.

Driving to the edge of the earth in such spectacular scenery is one of many highlights on this continent, and has to be seen to be believed.





-Dan

 

Hi All,

This adventure is nearing it's end, and I've listed the Gladiator for sale.
With over $24,000 USD in upgrades and gear you can take advantage of the strong US Dollar and have that Australian adventure you have always wanted. I'll pick you up at the Melbourne airport, you swing by a supermarket and your adventure begins.

For the Gladiator and all gear, I'm asking $75,000 USD.

Full details & photos in this Expo For Sale thread:
https://expeditionportal.com/forum/t...tralia.235641/

Fire away with any questions.

-Dan

 

Hi all,



I'm feeling at a bit of a loose end now that Katie has flown back to Canada, so I caught up with Josh in his big Land Cruiser 78 Troopie and went out on a boys 4x4 trip for a few days!



Josh took me to stunning coastlines, deep sand and unbelievable campsites along the South Western coast of WA.



Check it out on the latest YouTube episode:




-Dan

 

Hi All,



I've been extremely busy in the last few weeks, including driving the world's most remote road with my Dad (video on that is still in the works), driving back 6,500km, returning the Gladiator to mostly stock and now selling it!

Here's a catch up:

Part 3 of my review series where I talk about the mistakes I made on the build and the lessons I've learned:



And now my "Final Thoughts" video as I've just sold the Jeep this morning:

It's been a HUGE adventure, and I'm scrambling to get back to Canada before Christmas. There's a ton of snow on the ground, which is going to be a shock.

-Dan

 

Your wife probably could have imported a vehicle temporary if she is not an Australian citizen. And tires fail because guys run them way lower than they were designed for and that is the reason they fail most of the time - sidewall flex. You are like me I run 19PSI when wheeling. No less.
Your comment about a 2dr and trailer would still not have suited you very well as IMO you never really went out on side trips just to go wheeling very much so I don't see an advantage there. Never realised you were banned from going to 37's though which with a 2.5-3" lift makes a very capable overlander and serious 4WD.

 

Hi All,

Tons of people have been asking why I choose to live in Canada.



Why would I subject myself to these freezing temperatures and nasty weather when I could be sitting on the beach in Australia... ?



It's a good question, and the topic of today's "Christmas Story" special video.

Join me on YouTube as I cross the world in 85 hours, spend time with an old friend and explain myself.



Also driving on snow & ice is completely insane.

I'm extremely thankful to have great winter tires!






-Dan



PS There is still one more mega video of Australian adventures to come.... But in the mean time I'm going to take a few weeks off YouTube. Merry Christmas everyone!

 

Hi Everyone,

It's been a long time, but I've finally finished editing the conclusion to the Australia expedition.

Even after all of the adventures above, there was one track that haunted my dreams, and I knew I would never, ever forgive myself if I didn't squeeze it in.
It was actually closed for a couple of years for COVID, and it only opened when I was about half way round Australia.. I really didn't think I would be able to squeeze it in before the tropical rains came that close the track for many, many months during the "wet".

Dad flew in to Perth, and together we tackled The Canning Stock Route, the world's most remote 4x4 track.
We drove 1,058 miles over 10 days without seeing a single vehicle or person on the track, and it was absolutely the most epic adventure of my life. The scale of the wilderness, the remoteness, the camels, the dunes and of course the massive tropical thunderstorm that nailed us.
This was an extremely intense experience, and something I'll never forget as long as I live


Thanks for joining the Australian Expedition!

-Dan

PS I'm hard at work building my next expedition vehicle, and saving money for the next international expedition. More to come!