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For us, there really is only one way to travel Australia – our Apollo motorhomes. Driving down the winding roads, stopping at any and every interesting spot or landmark that catches your eye. And when you park up – that’s it! You’re all set up to spend the night gazing at the starry sky. Plus, there is something magical about waking up to the sound of waves or birds singing, making a coffee and getting back into bed to watch the sunrise.


Whether you’re making memories with the littlies, spending quality time with your significant other, heading out for a solo adventure or hitting the road with your friends, there are so many routes to take.


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Hayden Quinn's Coastal Road Trip


Chef & keen adventurer Hayden Quinn, his wife Jax, and their cute pup Peanut love a relaxed road trip, and their recent roadie in the comfort of an Apollo motorhome was one worth sharing! 

Hayden, Jax & Peanut spent a few blissful days exploring the south coast of New South Wales - soaking up the sun and cooking up a storm along the way. While in the camper, Hayden whipped up an easy and delicious curry, sharing how simple it is to make great tasting food on the road - proving that cooking in a camper doesn't need to be boring or basic! 

Hayden's Campervan Curry Recipe - 

Ingredients - 
● 1 tbs neutral oil
● 1 x small brown onion, diced
● 4 x cloves garlic, crushed and chopped
● 3 x sprigs curry leaf, leaves only
● 2 tbs curry powder (I used Love my Earth Fish Masala)
● 1 tbs brown mustard seeds
● Sea salt, to taste
● 1 (400ml) can coconut milk
● 400g peel green prawns
● White rice, cooked to your liking
● Coriander, to garnish

Method
Step 1. Heat a large skillet or saucepan over medium heat. Add oil and onion, cook for 2-3mins until onion begins to soften. Next add garlic and curry leaf, stir well to
combine. Once fragrant, add curry powder and mustard seeds, and toast for a further 1-2mins.
Step 2. Add coconut milk and stir, incorporating all the curry powder and spices into the mix, the coconut milk should change colour and bring to a gentle simmer. Add
prawns and cook until done to your liking. *Note, you may need to add a little water to the mix if it becomes too thick.
Step 3. Serve curry over rice and garnish with coriander. Enjoy!

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Australian Road Trip Holiday Travel Itineraries

Check out our latest travel itineraries for inspo for your next motorhome holiday across Australia! 

Whether you're dreaming of a coastal getaway in Victoria, want to chase wateralls in tropical North Queensland or head out for an outback adventure in the Northern Territory, we've got you covered with plenty of amazing itineraries to get your holiday planning started. 

Sydney to South Coast 5 Day Campervan Road Trip
Alyssa Tresider

Sydney to South Coast 5 Day Campervan Road Trip

Day 1: Sydney to Kiama

Distance: 123 kms 
Travel time: ~2 hours 

Ease into your getaway with a picture perfect coastal drive from Sydney to Kiama. Once you have collected your Apollo campervan, head south for a day that is as much about the journey as the destination. The scenery quickly shifts from city skyline to cliff-lined ocean vistas and quiet coves, setting the tone for a relaxed, nature-filled escape. 

Where to stop between Sydney and Kiama 

Swing into the Royal National Park for a short coastal lookout before rolling over to Bald Hill at Stanwell Tops for sweeping Pacific views. Stretch your legs along the Sea Cliff Bridge walkway, an iconic horseshoe of roadway suspended between escarpment and sea. If time allows, make a quick stop at Killalea Regional Park near Shellharbour, a serene coastal park of dunes and headlands with walking trails and wide ocean panoramas. 

Things to do in Kiama 

Kiama charms with its dramatic coastline and relaxed village energy. Wander out to the famous Blowhole and Lighthouse precinct, then follow the Kiama Coast Walk for cliff-top views and photo spots. For striking geology, stroll Bombo Headland to see the towering basalt columns and wave-splashed rock platforms. Refuel with coffee and something flaky from a local bakery, browse boutique shops, and time a golden hour walk along Surf Beach or Kendalls Beach for sunset. 

Where to stay in Kiama 

Set up your camper at Surf Beach Holiday Park for beachfront access and easy walks into town, or choose BIG4 Easts Beach Holiday Park for excellent facilities, coastal views, and powered sites perfect for a comfortable first night by the sea. 

 

Day 2: Kiama to Shoalhaven Heads 

Distance: 26 kms 
Travel time: ~0.5 hours 

Today is a gentle hop south, giving you time to linger on rainforest paths and in historic villages before settling beside a legendary stretch of sand. With such a short drive, it is a day for slow coffees, scenic strolls and a long, lazy afternoon on the beach. 

Where to stop between Kiama and Shoalhaven Heads 

Begin with the Minnamurra Rainforest in Budderoo National Park, where elevated walkways wind beneath towering trees to cascades and lyrebird habitat. Afterwards, roll into Berry for a couples’ lunch and a browse of homeware stores and artisan bakeries. If you are keen on a picnic, pick up supplies in town. Back near the coast, consider a quick stop by the Shoalhaven River mouth. If you opt to visit Comerong Island, be mindful that many tracks are unsealed; stick to sealed surfaces in your 2WD camper and check local conditions before taking the short vehicle ferry. 

Things to do in Shoalhaven Heads 

Shoalhaven Heads sits at the southern end of Seven Mile Beach, a pristine 12 km sweep of sand that is perfect for hand-in-hand walks, gentle surfing and sunset watching. The adjacent forested dunes make shaded picnic spots easy to find. Between May and November, scan the horizon for migrating whales from the beach or headlands. Cyclists can follow quiet local roads and shared paths for an easy spin with sea views, and bird lovers will find rich habitat near the river mouth at first light. 

Where to stay in Shoalhaven Heads 

Holiday Haven Shoalhaven Heads offers powered sites steps from the sand, shaded by coastal trees and close to walking tracks. It is a relaxed beachfront base with easy access to Seven Mile Beach and the river, well suited to campervans. 

 

Day 3: Shoalhaven Heads to Jervis Bay (Huskisson) 

Distance: 42 kms 
Travel time: ~1 hour 

Drift further south into the turquoise waters and powdery sands of Jervis Bay. This is a compact driving day that rewards you with a full afternoon of beach time, gentle cycling and the chance to sample the region’s coastal cafes. 

Where to stop between Shoalhaven Heads and Jervis Bay 

Pause in Nowra to top up supplies, pick up picnic goodies, or enjoy a riverside coffee. As you approach the bay, pull in at the Huskisson foreshore for your first look at the emerald water. The shared path that hugs the bay between Huskisson and Vincentia is perfect for a cruiser bike ride, with picnic spots and swimming coves all along the way. 

Things to do in Jervis Bay 

Jervis Bay is made for couples who love the water. Glide across glassy mornings on a guided kayak or SUP session, with frequent dolphin sightings and sea birds overhead. When the breeze picks up, stroll the white sands at Hyams Beach or Greenfield Beach, snorkel the shallows at Blenheim Beach, and linger at Plantation Point for sunset. From May to November, join a whale watching cruise for close encounters, or scan from headlands if you prefer a land-based lookout. Between swims, enjoy lunch at a Huskisson cafe or a lazy gelato on the grass above the beach. 

Where to stay in Jervis Bay 

Holiday Haven Huskisson Beach places you right on the waterfront with powered sites, easy beach access and the cycle path at your door. Another excellent choice is Tasman Holiday Parks Jervis Bay on Currambene Creek, a tranquil base with shady sites and lovely sunset light over the water. 

 

Day 4: Jervis Bay to Booderee National Park 

Distance: 16 kms 
Travel time: ~0.5 hours 

Keep the pace blissfully slow with a short move into Booderee National Park. This Aboriginal-owned coastal sanctuary offers sheltered coves, cultural stories, botanic gardens and easy nature walks. Purchase your park pass in advance and arrive with supplies, as there are no shops inside the park. 

Where to stop between Jervis Bay and Booderee National Park 

Spend the morning exploring the Booderee Botanic Gardens, the only Aboriginal-owned botanic gardens in Australia, where walking tracks weave past native flora, bushfood plants and grassy picnic lawns. Continue to the Cape St George Lighthouse precinct for dramatic coastal views and a short clifftop stroll. Leave time for an afternoon at Green Patch or the nearby beaches, where clear, calm water beckons for snorkelling and long swims. 

Things to do in Booderee National Park 

Set out on gentle bushwalks between secluded bays, watch for birdlife in the tea-tree and coastal heath, and keep an eye offshore for dolphins year round and passing whales in winter and spring. Pack a picnic for shady lunches by the water, bring a torch for stargazing after dark, and wake early for a sunrise beach walk when the sand is empty and the water is at its most reflective. If you prefer wheels, take a leisurely cycle on quiet sealed park roads between viewpoints and camp. 

Where to stay in Booderee National Park 

Prebook a site at Green Patch, which offers drive-in sites suitable for campervans in a classic beach-and-bush setting with easy walking tracks. Note that Bristol Point and Cave Beach are walk-in, tent-only camping areas and are not suitable for campervans. Keep to sealed roads in your campervan and never drive on beaches. 

  

Day 5: Booderee National Park to Sydney via Kangaroo Valley 

Distance: 202 kms 
Travel time: ~3 hours 

Finish your road trip with a scenic loop through the green folds of the hinterland. Today pairs coastal calm with mountain lookouts and a charming historic village before your comfortable run back to the city. 

Where to stop between Booderee National Park and Sydney 

Climb inland to Kangaroo Valley, pausing at the photogenic sandstone arches of Hampden Bridge and the river flats for a picnic or short riverside stroll. Continue to Fitzroy Falls in Morton National Park for a boardwalk to the lookout and sweeping escarpment views as water plunges into the valley below. If time allows, add a brief detour to a Southern Highlands bakery for a warm pie or sweet treat, then rejoin the highway for the smooth final leg to Sydney. 

Things to do in Sydney 

Return your camper on arrival or, if you are lingering a little longer, cap the journey with a coastal walk or beach swim. Autumn and spring evenings are perfect for an outdoor dinner, toasting five days of sunrises, swims and scenic drives. 

Where to stay in Sydney   

You can return your campervan to the Apollo Sydney branch today. If you plan to stay an extra night before drop-off, consider a Sydney-area holiday park to make the most of your final evening. 

This itinerary keeps driving light and experiences rich, balancing ocean mornings with forest afternoons, leisurely lunches with gentle adventures, and campfire evenings beneath bright southern stars. From cliff-hugging bridges and rainforest walks to kayak glides and whale tails on the horizon, the South Coast is made for couples who love nature at an easy pace. When you are ready, you can easily book your Apollo camper online and pick it up from your closest Apollo branch before hitting the road. 

 

 

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Matty Wilson's 4 Day Victorian Road Trip


Keen adventurer Matty Wilson, his wife Jessica, and their two young children love a fun-filled family road trip, and their recent roadie in the comfort of an Apollo motorhome was one worth sharing! 

The family spent four fantastic days travelling from Melbourne to Marysville and back, enjoying Healesville Sanctuary, the Yarra Ranges National Park, and more. Along the way, they explored wildlife parks, took scenic drives, and enjoyed exploring beautiful walking trails.

Their four-day itinerary is perfect for families with littlies, with plenty to see and do for everyone in the family. Follow along to discover the best way to explore Melbourne’s stunning surroundings and hidden gems on an Apollo adventure.

Trip Highlights: 

  • Healesville Sanctuary
  • Black Spur Drive
  • Keppel Lookout
  • Yarra Ranges National Park
  • Lake Eildon 

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