RV TRAVEL
The Gibb River Road demands a certain type
of vehicle and van. 4WDs are a must: you will
need a ride that is up to heavy and relentless
corrugations, severe dust, tyre-piercing stones,
river crossings and pot holes.
You will need to lower your tyre pressure to allow
for some give over the rough parts which, to be
honest, is the entire way. Mechanics in Kununurra,
Derby and Broome make a nice living fixing the
damage that most travellers will experience to
one degree or another.
Start with everything in good condition, especially
the tyres, including two spares for your 4WD and
at least one for your van/trailer; keep to a safe
speed and you might make it across with minimal
damage or incident.
Preparation should also include stocking up on
all essentials. Some stations might have limited
supplies, but it is best to think in terms of being self-
sufficient. Take plenty of fresh veggies and fruit,
working your way through the goods that perish
the fastest and leaving produce like potatoes
and apples for later. Start with a tank full of fuel,
gas bottles filled and at least one water tank full.
Drinking water is essential. Prescriptions should
be filled and the first aid kit stocked.
Diesel is available at all fuel stops, but not always
petrol, so you need to do some calculations to
make sure you will have enough fuel.
“ START WITH
EVERYTHING IN GOOD
CONDITION, ESPECIALLY
THE TYRES ”
El Questro river crossing
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