Best Experiences for 2024
BEST
of the Best
Bullara Station
Exmouth Gulf
Western Australia
More information below.
Hall of Fame
2020 - 2021 - 2022
Best Farm or Station Stay
Charlotte Plains Outback Magic
Location: 50 kilomtres east of Cunnamulla, OUTBACK QUEENSLAND
Judges tip: Stay for at least two days so you can experience the half-day historic property tour and soak in an artesian bath upon your return to the campground.
Hall of Fame
2020 - 2021 - 2022
Best Pub Stay
The Wellshot Hotel Ilfracombe
Location: Ilfracombe, just a 20-minute drive east along the Matilda Highway from Longreach in OUTBACK QUEENSLAND.
Judges tip: Get in early as spots at this boutique RV stay are snatched up super fast. Then spend a couple of hours exploring the amazing Machine Mile directly opposite the hotel before relaxing in the beergarden.
Best Freedom Stay
Best Experience in the NT
Tobermorey Station Roadhouse & Caravan Park
Location: Just one kilometre north of the Plenty Highway in the NT just a smidge west of the QLD border in CENTRAL AUSTRALIA.
Judges tip: Enjoy this stop on your 4WD soft adventure along the dusty Plenty Highway, where's there's plenty to see too. Winter is best as that's when the 1954 Austin truck flatbed BBQ is fired up to guests guests toasty warm on chilly winter desert nights.
Best Festival or Event
Outback Queensland Masters
Location: Six towns in OUTBACK QUEENSLAND. Each year those towns change.
Judges tip: Book your 2024 OQM ticket to avoid disappointment. You'll play in Quilpie, Charleville, Barcaldine, Winto, Boulia and finally Birdsville, where you could win $1 million!
Best Attraction
Outback at Isa
Location: In the heart of Mount Isa in OUTBACK QUEENSLAND.
Judges tip: Give yourself enough time to enjoy everything at this multi-experiential attraction. That includes the Riversleigh Fossil Discovery Centre, the Hard Times Mine Underground Tour and a bush-tucker tour.
Best Grey Nomad Friendly Town
Best Experience in QLD
Thallon
Location: 550 kilometres west of Brisbane in the St George Region of OUTBACK QUEENSLAND.
Judges tip: Lovely large low-cost community camp with stunning views of the painted silo, beaut pub, coffee shop, and interesting sculptures and hidden murals makes this a must-stay destination - and the famous Nindigully Pub is just 'up the road'.
Best Farm or Station Stay
Best Experience in WA
Bullara Station
Location: Less than an hour to Exmouth on AUSTRALIA'S CORAL COAST
Judges tip: While this is the perfect place from which to explore Exmouth and Ningaloo Reef, make sure to spend a day exploring the station too with its gorgeous walks and farm animals.
Best Experience in SA
Port Pirie
Location: Just 230 kilometres north of Adelaide, on the calm waters of the Spencer Gulf.
Judges tip: With museums, waterfront precincts, a mural trail, historic buildings, and the southern Flinders Ranges a short drive away, give yourself plenty of time to explore this historic port town.
Best Experience in TAS
Tasmania Wild Seafood Adventures' Deep to Dish Tour
Location: Leaves from and returns to Hobart
Judges tip: This is the real deal. Born from a love of Tasmania’s pristine waterways, this is the perfect way to experience southern Tasmania - while enjoying freshly caught and cooked seafood.
Best Experience in VIC
Valley View Caravan Park
Location: Upper King Valley
Judges tip: Book a few days to explore the local wineries and Italian fare. This grassy grove in the heart of the village of Whitfield, the birthplace of Australian Prosecco, is surrounded by the mountains of the Victorian High Country, yet it is so easy to access on a scenic, mostly flat road.