Brisbane to Uluru and back

Cool thanks mick, have no idea what route to take, just google mapped it and it gave me those two options. I think I'll be taking whatever route will be easiest on the car and provide the best sights which is why im open to suggestions of what to see as time isnt really of concern. Any recommendations thus far on which way is best?
Cheers

Hi Blueberry,
This recent thread here might help a bit.

Cheers,

Val

Wonderful, thank you Val, definitely some useful information on that thread.
Clare

Good to know, thanks bill. I'm also wondering if its madness to camp out in the middle of winter or if a van is the better option. Not sure how expensive and how frequent caravan parks or motels are in those parts but thought there's be plenty of campsites, and backpackers in the bigger towns. Anyone clued into that aspect? Van seems good and itll be warmer but probably the same price as a cheap room with a shower!

I prefer camping in Winter, especially if I have a spot out of the wind and a good old gidgee fire (and the missus likes to cuddle up to me more in Winter).

The thing to consider if you're camping is the stuff you have to carry - tent, bedding, cooking gear, etc. and the weight of it compared to the load your vehicle can carry.

When you consider towing, you have increased fuel consumption and what van the Cruse can legally tow.

It's quite feasible to stay in accommodation for the whole trip but it would pay to do some research. There are Motels, Pubs and caravan parks - all of varying quality and price. This can be a way to meet some interesting characters and you don't have to carry so much gear, just your bags and a bit more.

I would suggest you consider trying to fit a fridge in the back. I have found these invaluable and a second hand Engel on Ebay can be bought for about $350 (sell it when you get back).

Take some water - 20 litre minimum , a basic tool kit and a few spares, not much but ask your mechanic what he would take without being ridiculous.

I hope that helps a bit.

Steve

Thanks Steve, some great tips. If I go with the camping idea I won't be taking much, my car wouldn't last. But the fridge idea is excellent for a van. Still have some time to look into Accomodation, have to decide which route to take first. I do like the idea of winging it a bit and seeing what interesting places there are to stay along the way.
Cheers
Clare