RV TRAVEL
But the Gibb is a little bit like choosing your own adventure . For us , it ’ s the allure of wide , open space , rugged beauty and camping remotely . But there are options for everyone .
A self-sufficient RV traveller such as us can pull up anywhere , from completely free camps to roadhouses and station stays . In fact , a trip consisting entirely of station stays will almost certainly add some luxury . Think outback baths with champagne at sunset ( Ellenbrae Station ) or fine dining beside a flowing river ( El Questro Station ).
Furthermore , you can even do it without taking your own rig through the corrugations ! There ’ s a plethora of tour options as well as hire setups available out of Broome and Kununurra ( check the fine print to be sure you ’ re permitted )… But I say , where ’ s the fun in that !
The iconic Gibb sign departing Derby with a very clean van .
March Fly Glen free-camp area . A safe and secure spot off the road but it can be a little shady if you ’ re looking to use your solar panels .
We travelled right in the middle of peak season . The road generally opens about May each year and , depending on when the rain arrives , closes sometime around October to December ( sometimes earlier , sometimes later ). You ’ ll also need to check the temperatures as the heat in September climbs fast and water begins to dry up in the gorges .
No trip can begin without thorough research and don ’ t take these words as gold : start your research on the Kununurra Visitor Centre website with the G . O . A . T guide . You also may want to visit an information centre in either Broome or Kununurra for up-todate road conditions .
If having a plan locked in is your style , you can absolutely have everything booked from the start but it isn ’ t generally necessary . Despite travelling in a large group , the only places we had prebooked on our stint was Broome , El Questro and Kununurra .
This was our 13-night itinerary , taking us from Broome to Kununurra :
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