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How to make Yummy Chocolate from 4 Ingredients

Here’s how to make yummy chocolate from 4 ingredients. It is healthier and so simple to make. And all you will need is 4 ingredients….

Who doesn’t love chocolate, we sure do.

In 2016, we visited Charley’s Chocolate Factory in Mission Beach Qld and it was fascinating to learn all the intricacies about how to make chocolate including the farming of Cocoa Beans.

Charley's Chocolate Factory
Cocoa Beans growing’ at Charley’s Chocolate Factory in North Queensland

Cocoa Beans are native to Central and South America however here in Australia there is currently only 20 hectares for farming. This area is in tropical North Queensland. The cocoa tree is very sensitive to wind and requires humid, wet, tropical conditions. The right soil conditions are also paramount.

The greatest challenge to farming cocoa in tropical North Queensland of course is cyclones which can completely devastate the trees.

Only a very small area of Australia therefore is conducive to growing Cocoa trees which makes Charley’s Chocolate Factory a very unique Australian business.

Learning the art of chocolate only made our passion for this indelible delight of the taste buds even more committed.

Mastering the art of making chocolate

We have come across a few simple recipes since our visit to the chocolate factory in Mission Beach and have trialled a few versions but weren’t totally happy with the results, until now.

The ingredients we use to make our chocolate are always on hand as you never know when you are going to need more chocolate, right? With a bit of time to make some and to ensure our taste buds agreed we set about perfecting it.

With the use of just these 4 ingredients we have been able to make up this simple mouth-watering home-made dark chocolate that perfectly hits the spot.

The 4 Ingredients needed to make yummy Chocolate:

1/2 cup of Coconut Oil

1/2 cup Cocoa Powder (I used Cocao Powder which is Gluten Free)

3 tablespoons Honey (I alternate between Honey and Agave Syrup)

1/2 teaspoon Vanilla Extract

If you are like me and regularly stock these 4 ingredients in your pantry, you can easily whip up a supply of chocolate anytime, anywhere especially while traveling!

How to Make Yummy Chocolate Step by Step:

To make yummy Chocolate from 4 ingredients is super easy.

Making Yummy Chocolate from 4 ingredients
Silicon Mould used to make Yummy Chocolate

Our Method:

All you do is place coconut oil in a saucepan and gently melt it. Add cocoa powder, honey and vanilla extract and stir until all ingredients are blended.

Simply just pour the mixture into a chocolate mould or into a silicon small sized ice cube tray which is what I used. Pop the chocolate filled ice cube tray in the freezer and it will be ready in approximately 15 minutes.  As coconut oil melts in warm temperature, it is best to store chocolate in the freezer. Just take it out of the freezer a minute or two before serving to allow it to soften a little.

On occasions, I have blended all the ingredients in a bowl but had to work quickly as it starts to thicken fast. I spooned the mixture into the mould whereas by sticking with the normal method, it can easily be poured into the mould.

Chocolate chards
Chocolate chards

You can also make thin chards or bark by spreading a layer of chocolate on a piece of alfoil or alfoil lined tray and popping it in the freezer to set. Then break into chards to eat or use as decoration on a cake or dessert.

I doubled the basic recipe which made 15 x 1inch cubed size chocolates.

Calorie Count

This basic Dark Chocolate recipe is –

Gluten Free

The amount of Calories per serving is approx. 149.

It contains:

Fat: less than 15g

Carbohydrates: less than 10g

Sodium:  1mg

Protein: 1.1g

Cholestorol: Zero

Note – The number of calories per serve will be dependent on the size of the chocolate square. The calories will also vary if you are creating any new flavours with nuts or other ingredients.

Bite Size pieces of yummy chocolate

Read about: How to Make Delicious Ice cream from 4 Ingredients

Cost to Make Yummy Chocolate from 4 Ingredients

I have calculated the cost to make up this easy, healthy, delicious dark Chocolate is approx. $2.40. This costing is based on using the Only Organic Virgin Coconut Oil from Woolworths. There are a lot of expensive brands of Coconut Oil.

It doesn’t get much easier than that to make your own chocolate. Now you know how to make yummy chocolate from 4 ingredients, you’ll be able to whip up your own in a flash at home or while you’re on the road. You can also get creative and make all sorts of different flavoured chocolate!

Added Extras:

Cherry Coconut Chocolate

Try adding desiccated coconut and pieces of cherry and create your own cherry ripe! Simply add the shredded coconut and cherry pieces to the basic chocolate mix or place them in the mould and pour the chocolate mix over the top. This will add to the quantity of the chocolate mix making more serves.

Crushed Nuts

Another idea is to add in crushed macadamia nuts, slivered almonds or walnuts. For added variety, make a multi-nut batch.  Divide the nuts directly and evenly into the bottom of the mould or ice cube tray and pour the chocolate mix on top. By adding nuts, this will also make your chocolate mix go further!

White Chocolate Drops

Pop a White Chocolate Drop into the bottom of each section of the chocolate mould for a dark and white chocolate duo.

How to make yummy chocolate from 4 ingredients

Alternate Flavour Suggestions:

Get creative and make up your own new flavours of home-made chocolate!

Orange Twist

For an orange twist, add some orange rind or orange essence to the chocolate mix.

Peppermint Twist

Plus, you can add peppermint essence for your own after dinner mint. The different flavour possibilities are endless!

This recipe is perfect for making at home to enjoy on a daily basis with a lot less guilt.

For more Recipes on the Road, check out our: Flavoursome Cambodian Chicken Curry and How to Make Blueberry Banana Smoothies at home

How much do you know about Chocolate?

Here are some facts about chocolate you may not know.

  • The most popular chocolate in the world is…………. I’ll tell you at the end!!
  • Chocolate was once used as a form of currency.
  • Soldiers were sometimes paid in chocolate during the Revolutionary War.
  • Chocolate is dangerous and can kill dogs. This is due to theobromine, a toxic chemical found in chocolate.
  • The chocolate industry is worth $110 Billion dollars annually.
  • There are 4 types of chocolate, Dark, Milk, White and Blond.
  • White chocolate is technically not chocolate. It is not made from cocoa powder but from cocoa butter.
  • The Country that consumes the most chocolate per person is Switzerland
  • *Snickers is the world’s most popular chocolate.

We hope you enjoy making your own yummy chocolate, let us know how you go and what flavours you like best. 😊

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Diet Statement

We are not supporters of any specific diet including Veganism, Paleo, Keto, Atkins, Low carb or any of the other many options unless it is for medical purposes.

We do believe a good well balanced diet that ensures a healthy lifestyle and allows you to maintain good controlled health and fitness is important.

Adele and Kevin recommend a healthy overall diet with regular exercise.

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Our camera equipment we use for all our photos and videos are:

Samsung Note 10 Plus Phone – http://ebay.us/9vMXEH – Most of our photos are simply from our phones. The Samsung phone cameras are pretty insane. Our phones have 512gb storage in ours but the 256gb in this one is heaps. We have sourced this one which is approx $500 less than we paid for ours.

Canon 800d – https://ebay.to/2XQYnsk – the latest DSLR Canon 24mp camera, buy here to save.

Lenses

Canon 50mm lens – https://ebay.to/3nx5pyG  This is the lens I use the least, ideal for still, close up shots.
Canon 24-105mm lenshttps://ebay.us/br9MeO This is my all round, everyday use, zoom lens. Amazing quality, great price.
Canon 70-300mm lens – https://ebay.to/33xYeht – I use this one a lot for long range shots.
Sigma 10-20mm lenshttp://ebay.us/zWvfuI  – My wide angle lens for all my inside photos & video plus lots more, love this lens.

Our Go Pro 9 Hero Black – https://ebay.us/6CQOVC  –  is an awesome piece of equipment. I use this for all underwater, action video and some general use. Buy here brand new and great value.

Mavic Pro Platinum Drone – https://ebay.to/2ARPxTo  This is an absolute ripper of a drone. The Fly More Combo will provide you with everything you will need. I use this for all my aerial footage and this price is well below other retail stores.

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  1. Gidda gilbert

    August 12, 2020 at 9:09 pm

    In your chocolate recipe. Your photo shows coconut cream but the recipe state coconut oil??

    • Travel Aus

      August 12, 2020 at 10:23 pm

      So sorry for the confusion, the photo has been removed as it is meant to be coconut oil not coconut cream. They are the ingredients for our ice cream recipe – How to make Delicious Ice Cream from just 4 ingredients. Thank you for pointing out, I will put a new photo back up shortly.

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7 Best Things to Do in Bermagui

7 Best Things to See in Bermagui

Our 7 Best Things to Do in Bermagui highlight just why you should visit the beautiful New South Wales town of Bermagui.

Bermagui is a small seaside town set alongside glorious turquoise waters on the breathtaking Sapphire Coast of Southern New South Wales.

Nestled below Mt Dromedary, Bermagui boasts a spectacular harbour.

With the continental shelf being just 20kms off-shore and being the closest point to the Australian mainland, it provides perfect conditions off the coast of Bermagui for deep-sea and game fishing.

There is also good estuary fishing in the rivers and lakes of the region.

Bermagui
Beautiful Bermagui

About Bermagui

Bermagui is located on the south coast of New South Wales approximately 380 kms from Sydney.

It is just 180 kms from Bermagui to the Victoria border.

The population of Bermagui is 2772 however during the holiday season the area attracts many visitors who enjoy this beautiful seaside fishing mecca.

The region also offers some amazing wineries and other small towns to visit during your stay.

Blue Pool - 7 Best Things to See in Bermagui

Here are our 7 Best Things to Do in Bermagui

1.  The Blue Pool

When visiting beautiful Bermagui, one of the 7 Best Things to do is The Blue Pool, it’s a must.

It is a naturally fed ocean pool and is aptly named for the blue coloured water reflecting from the sky on a clear day.

Besides swimming you can also go snorkeling in the natural rock pool. It’s great to be able to check out the sea life in a fairly safe environment.

Waves crashing into the Blue Pool

Just beware of the waves as they crash over the rocks into the pool at high tide and at other times when the conditions are rough.

The viewing platform at the lookout above the Blue Pool is an awesome spot for whale watching during whale season.

2. Bruce Steer Ocean Swimming Pool

Another great swimming spot in Bermagui is the Bruce Steer Ocean Swimming Pool which is to the side of the Harbour just below Bermagui Point and just a short stroll from the main street of Bermagui.

The pool is fed from the ocean making it a natural saltwater pool. The pool is protected from Bermagui Point, has a sandy beach and is calm and safe for swimming.

Bruce Steer Swimming Pool - 7 Best Things to See in Bermagui
Sandy Beach entry to the Bruce Steer Swimming Pool

There is also a net at the end which opens to the ocean to prevent any sharks from entering.

The pool is named after Colonel John Mansel Bruce Steer who fought hard for the improvements to the Bermagui Harbour and for improved conditions for professional fishermen.

Bruce Steer Swimming Pool with safety net
Bruce Steering Swimming Pool netted for safer protection

3.  Fishermen’s Wharf

The Bermagui Fishermen’s Wharf is a great spot if you like fresh seafood.

There is also an awesome ice cream shop which we visited a number of times! The Bermagui Gelati Clinic is definitely one clinic we didn’t mind visiting!

Bermagui Fishermen’s Co-Operative is one of the major suppliers of seafood for the Sydney Fish Market as well as a supplier to local restaurants and cafes.

Flathead, Snapper, Tuna, Swordfish and Shark are just some of the types of fish caught in this area.

Fishermens Wharf - 7 Best Things to See in Bermagui
Fishermens Wharf - 7 Best Things to See in Bermagui

The original Bermagui Fishermen’s Co-Operative operated from 1948 until 1975.

After the old Co-Op building was demolished, the current Fishermen’s Wharf complex was established and became home to the $2billion industry in 2009.

Original Fishermens Co-OP
Plaque at Fishermen’s Wharf showing the 1st Bermagui Fishermen’s Co-Op

4.  Camel Rock

Camel Rock in Wallaga Lake just north of Bermagui is among the oldest rocks in New South Wales.

This rock formation was created by underwater avalanches around 450 million years ago and bears a strong resemblance to a camel.

Camel Rock - 7 Best Things to See in Bermagui
Camel Rock

You can view Camel Rock from the beach or the Camel Rock Viewing Platform.

Also call into the Camel Rock Brewery Bar and Grill while you are in the area.

Camel Rock with the drone
Overlooking Camel Rock

Read more about NSW: Exploring Honeymoon Bay and Discover Gosangs Tunnel

5.  Horse Head Rock

It is believed that Horse Head Rock is in the proximity of 500 million years old making it one of the oldest rocks in NSW!

This distinctive rock formation which resembles a horses head is located between the surf beach at Camel Rock and Murunna Point at Wallaga Lake.

Horse Head Rock - one of 7 Best Things to see in Bermagui
Horse Head Rock – One of our 7 Best Things to do in Bermagui

To get to Horse Head Rock from Camel Rock Surf Beach, it is only accessible at low tide and although it is roughly only 200 metres, it is difficult in parts as you make your way over rocks near Camel Rock.

Be sure to allow enough time to return on low tide as well!

There is also a bush walking track that takes you along an elevated area for the best viewing of Horse Head Rock.

6. Wallaga Lake

Another popular spot for fishing is Wallaga Lake, the largest lake in southern New South Wales.

Wallaga Lake is just 7kms north of Bermagui and opens to the sea at Murunna Point, a significant Aboriginal place.

Wallaga Lake - 7 Best Things to see in Bermagui
Wallaga Lake’s historic wooden bridge

The Lake is also a popular spot for swimming, boating, sailing and water skiing and has a number of picnic and toilet facilities around the lake.

7.  Michael Lerner Lookout

The Michael Lerner Lookout offers awesome views of the ocean and rugged coastline. Just 3kms south of Bermagui, the lookout has a fabulous elevated picnic area and day rest area.

The lookout is named after Michael Lerner who holds the record for hooking and landing two Black Marlin at the one time.

Michael Lerner Lookout views - 7 Best Things to See in Bermagui
Michael Lerner Lookout
Michael Lerner Lookout is just one of our 7 Best Things to See in Bermagui

5 Essentials – 4WD Accessories

  1. 4WD Recovery Tracks will get you out of most situations, especially in sand. We bought a pair of these generic branded tracks that have worked well whilst other brands include the Australian made TRED or the Australian Designed and made MAXTRAX 4wd Recovery Tracks.
  2. For our 4WD we went with this EDECOA 1500 3000w Pure Sine Wave Inverter which has been excellent value and works great.
  3. I’m a massive fan of my Victron IP65 15a Battery Charger. I use it often to give batteries a boost and it really is an essential part of my tool kit.
  4. When camping my Kings 200w Solar Blanket gets a lot of use and works really well. Only downside is it doesn’t work with Lithium batteries.
  5. Brass Tyre Deflators are a fast and easy way to lower your tyre pressure to your desired level. Perfect for when you are hitting the beach.

Distances from Bermagui

How far is Bermagui to Sydney

Bermagui is just under 380kms south of Sydney. Travelling directly by car on the A1, it is just over a five hours’ drive to Bermagui from Sydney.

While exploring the Sydney to Bermagui coastline we made numerous stops along the way staying at Coledale, Windang, Jervis Bay, UlladullaPretty Beach and Dalmeny just to name a few.

How far is Bermagui to Batemans Bay

It is around a 1 ½ hr drive from Bermagui to Batemans Bay. The distance between Bermagui and Batemans Bay is approx. 104kms.

How far is Bermagui to Canberra

The distance between Bermagui and Canberra by road is around 250kms and takes just under 3 ½ hrs to drive between the two.

Other great places to stay in the region:

Bermagui Fun Facts

Did you know the movie, The Man who Sued God starring Billy Connolly and Judy Davis, was filmed in Bermagui.

Also the historic wooden bridge at Wallaga Lake was featured in the movie Unbroken directed by Angelina Jolie.

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Safe travels

Kev & Adele
Indefinite Leave

We are Adele & Kevin, an Aussie couple from Brisbane in Queensland Australia who have embraced our adventurous spirit and ventured out to explore the world around us. We had spent so much time overseas we decided it was time to see our own truly amazing country and we needed to take some time to see everything it has to offer.

Our Aim is to inspire others to travel and help design the greatest adventure they can experience.

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Photography and Socials

Our camera equipment we use for all our photos and videos are:

Samsung Note 10 Plus Phone – http://ebay.us/9vMXEH – Most of our photos are simply from our phones. The Samsung phone cameras are pretty insane. Our phones have 512gb storage in ours but the 256gb in this one is heaps. We have sourced this one which is approx $500 less than we paid for ours.

Samsung s21 Phonehttps://ebay.us/QAdwva – this looks an insane camera within a phone. We have friends and our son who own one and it seems quite extraordinary with their camera quality. If you’re after a new phone this is what I’d be looking at.

Canon 800dhttps://ebay.us/Q0UV1z – the latest DSLR Canon 24mp camera, buy here to save.

Nikon Coolpix p1000https://ebay.to/37cORUV – We have the Nikon P900 and this is the new model. The zoom lens is unbelievable and so awesome when travelling and you want to capture photos from a distance.

Lenses

Canon 50mm lens – https://ebay.to/3nx5pyG  This is the lens I use the least, ideal for still, close up shots.
Canon 24-105mm lenshttps://ebay.us/br9MeO This is my all round, everyday use, zoom lens. Amazing quality, great price.
Canon 70-300mm lens – https://ebay.to/33xYeht – I use this one a lot for long range shots.
Sigma 10-20mm lenshttp://ebay.us/zWvfuI  – My wide angle lens for all my inside photos & video plus lots more, love this lens.

Our Go Pro 9 Hero Black – https://ebay.us/6CQOVC  –  is an awesome piece of equipment. I use this for all underwater, action video and some general use. Buy here brand new and great value.

Mavic Pro Platinum Drone – https://ebay.to/2ARPxTo  This is an absolute ripper of a drone. The Fly More Combo will provide you with everything you will need. I use this for all my aerial footage and this price is well below other retail stores.

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Ngarigo Campground, Mount Kosciuszko National Park

Ngarigo Campground is located just 10 kms from Thredbo in the Mount Kosciuszko National Park NSW.

This Thredbo Camping ground is in the Alpine region of the National Park and is subject to extreme weather conditions.

Always take care when visiting and be prepared for your stay according to the weather whilst you are there.

We looked at the Thredbo Diggings campground nearby before arriving at Ngarigo Campground but we preferred this one for camping at Thredbo due to easier access and the sites being more level.

About Thredbo

Thredbo is located in the Snowy Mountains region of New South Wales.

It’s a very popular location in both winter for skiing and in summer to make to walk to the peak of Australia’s highest Mountain, Mount Kosciusko.

The population of Thredbo is just 477 people however approximately 1,000,000 people visit annually.

Thredbo to the nearest town of Jindabyne is a 30 minute drive on good local bitumen roads.

How to Book for Ngarigo Campground?

To make a booking at the Ngarigo Campground Thredbo, simply book on-line or call the National Parks Contact Centre on 1300 072 757.

Ngarigo Campground
Ngarigo Campground

The scenery is spectacular with rolling mountains and the beautiful but cold Thredbo River running by the campsites.

The drive to the Ngarigo campground is on fully sealed roads before a short unsealed road into the camping area.

We did it very easily in our Winnebago/ Avida Motorhome.

Are Pets Allowed at the Ngarigo Campground?

The Ngarigo Campground is in National Park and therefore no pets are allowed.

Ngarigo Campground runs alongside Thredbo River
Our Campsite at Ngarigo Campground

Both generators and fires are permitted at the Ngarigo Campground.

There are fire rings located around the campground however be aware that NSW Rural Fire Service may declare a total fire ban during times of the year where fires may pose a danger.

Drop toilets available and wood BBQ’s are in place if you have your own firewood.

The maximum length of stay at the Ngarigo Campground is 14 days.

Wide open campsites at Ngarigo Campground
The entrance to Thredbo Alpine Village

We had Telstra coverage with our phone however there was no Vodafone coverage during our stay.

Cost to stay is Free however there is a $6 booking fee plus the cost of a National Parks Entry pass. See below for details.

Our stay was 13th to 14th March 2019.

Other great places to stay: Bega Showgrounds and Tathra Beachside

How to get to the Ngarigo Campground?

From Jindabyne head west on Kosciusko Road for about 3kms and turn left in to Alpine Way.

Follow Alpine Way for approx. 20kms until you see the sign on your right for Ngarigo Campground.

Turn in to the campground and take the track which is one way for most of the way for around 300m to the camping area.

Read more: Our 29 Best Low Cost Campgrounds in Australia

The Thredbo Snowy Mountains Sign at 560metres
Thredbo, Snowy Mountains

Are there any other costs?

Yes, you will be required to purchase a Vehicle Entry Pass. There are several options including an annual pass or day pass.

We bought an annual Multi Parks Pass for $65 however this didn’t include Mount Kosciuszko National Park. We had to purchase it separately.

Doing the walk to the Mount Kosciuszko Summit

An Annual Pass for all National Parks in NSW including Mount Kosciuszko National Park is $190.

During the winter peak season from June until October the cost for a Vehicle Entry Pass is $29 per day.

For the remainder of the year the Vehicle Entry Pass is $17 per vehicle per day.

A Short Breaks Pass is available for $68 providing 5 days entry at the price of 4 days.

This is available only at local Visitor Centres.

Campfire at Ngarigo Campground

Contact Details for Ngarigo Campground

National Parks Contact Centre open 7am to 7pm each day

Phone: 1300 072 757

Email: parks.info@environment.nsw.gov.au

5 Essentials – Camping Accessories

A good Tent or Swag is the first decision for going camping. We like the Coleman Tent from Tentworld or the Wanderer 7 Man Tent from BCF. For a Swag, we were so close to buying the Kings Double Swag from 4WD Supacentre .

We like our BCF Wanderers Camping Chair which gets a lot of use as we travel Australia.

No more lugging around a huge BBQ and gas bottle now that we have a brilliant Gasmate Dual Burner Butane Cooktop from Tentworld

A good Portable Fridge Freezer we have found to keep the beers cold and steaks frozen are the Kings 70 L Fridge Freezer in the budget range, the Waeco 75L Dual Zone Fridge Freezer or the ever popular and long lasting Engel 75L Fridge Freezer.

A good quality Hand Held UHF is ideal and I like this Uniden UH750 5 watt UHF for long range and quality. The 5 watt range will give you maximum distance, especially if you need help!

Kev & Millie on the Thredbo Bobsled
Thredbo Bobsled

Things to see and do in Thredbo

There are a definitely a number of high points when visiting Thredbo.

Skiing and Snowboarding

During winter, Thredbo is a thriving ski resort and mostly covered in snow.

Thredbo is open for skiing and snowboarding from June through to October.

Thredbo is home to the longest ski run of more than 5kms, the Crackenback Supertrail.

Mount Kosciuszko Summit Walk

In summer, Thredbo is the gateway of the walking trails to the peak of Australia’s highest mountain, Mount Kosciuszko.

Take the Kosciuszko Express Chairlift up to the start of the walk and then it is a 13km walk to the Summit.

How long does it take to climb Mount Kosciuszko

Depending on your walking pace, it is a return time of between 4 – 5 hrs. We took 2hrs 10 minutes up and 1hr 50 minutes to walk back down.

We also took some out at the Summit to celebrate our achievement of reaching the highest point of Australia and take in the magnificent scenery.

How much does it cost to climb Mount Koscuiszko

The National Park Entrance Fee is $17 per vehicle per day and the cost for a Lift Pass from Thredbo is $25.

Kosciuszko Express

Kosciuszko Express Chairlift

Even if you do not plan on taking the 13km walk to the Summit, it is definitely worthwhile riding the Kosciuszko Express Chairlift.

It is a 15 minute ride each way.

As you ascend to 560 metres, the open chairlift gives you the perfect opportunity to simply admire the mountain views on the way up and Thredbo Valley as you descend.

Time your ride on the Kosciuszko Express so you can have lunch at Eagles Nest, Australia’s Highest Restaurant!

The Chairlift runs from 9am to 4.30pm but be sure you don’t miss the last lift back down.

Lake Cootapatamba is the Australia's Highest Altitude Lake
Lake Cootapatamba Lookout

Lake Cootapatamba

While you are on your walk to the highest point in Australia you can stop and take in Australia’s Highest Altitude Lake, Lake Cootapatamba.

This hidden gem is 2024 metres above sea level and just 800 metres below the Summit of Mt. Kosciuszko.

Thredbo River

Fly fishing in the Thredbo River is a popular past time as well as fishing for trout.

Take the scenic river walk where you will see the Kosciuszko wildflowers but also keep an eye out as you might see an elusive platypus.

The Grade 4 walk is 8km return from the Thredbo Village Golf Course.

Australian Inter-School Mountain Biking
Australian Inter-School Mountain Biking Championships March 2019

Thredbo Mountain Bike Park

If you are looking for an adrenaline pumped activity in the summer months and like mountain biking, the famous downhill tracks at Thredbo are for you.

There are a number of tracks catering for all skill levels right up to the Cannonball Downhill run.

On the days that we visited, the Australian Inter-School Mountain Biking Championships was taking place so we were able to watch the action below while riding the Kosciuszko Express.

Thredbo
Looking down on Thredbo Village

Thredbo Village

There’s also lots to see and do on a walk around Thredbo Village. Go for a ride on the Bobsled track or take a walk around the shops.

Another good idea is to find a great bar and enjoy a drink in front of a fire.

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Have you camped at Ngarigo Campground in the Mount Kosciuszko National Park? Tell us about your Thredbo camping experience.

Safe travels

Kev & Adele
Indefinite Leave

We are Adele & Kevin, an Aussie couple from Brisbane in Queensland Australia who have embraced our adventurous spirit and ventured out to explore the world around us. We had spent so much time overseas we decided it was time to see our own truly amazing country and we needed to take some time to see everything it has to offer.

Our Aim is to inspire others to travel and help design the greatest adventure they can experience.

__________________________________________________________________________________________________

Photography and Socials

Our camera equipment we use for all our photos and videos are:

Samsung Note 10 Plus Phone – http://ebay.us/9vMXEH – Most of our photos are simply from our phones. The Samsung phone cameras are pretty insane. Our phones have 512gb storage in ours but the 256gb in this one is heaps.

Samsung s21 Phonehttps://ebay.us/QAdwva – this looks an insane camera within a phone. We have friends and our son who own one and it seems quite extraordinary with their camera quality. If you’re after a new phone this is what I’d be looking at.

Canon 800dhttps://ebay.us/Q0UV1z – the latest DSLR Canon 24mp camera, buy here to save.

Nikon Coolpix p1000https://ebay.to/37cORUV – We have the Nikon P900 and this is the new model. The zoom lens is unbelievable and so awesome when travelling and you want to capture photos from a distance.

Lenses

Canon 50mm lens – https://ebay.to/3nx5pyG  This is the lens I use the least, ideal for still, close up shots.
Canon 24-105mm lenshttps://ebay.us/br9MeO This is my all round, everyday use, zoom lens. Amazing quality, great price.
Canon 70-300mm lens – https://ebay.to/33xYeht – I use this one a lot for long range shots.
Sigma 10-20mm lenshttp://ebay.us/zWvfuI  – My wide angle lens for all my inside photos & video plus lots more, love this lens.

Our Go Pro 9 Hero Black – https://ebay.us/6CQOVC  –  is an awesome piece of equipment. I use this for all underwater, action video and some general use. Buy here brand new and great value.

Mavic Pro Platinum Drone – https://ebay.to/2ARPxTo  This is an absolute ripper of a drone. The Fly More Combo will provide you with everything you will need. I use this for all my aerial footage and this price is well below other retail stores.

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Inskip Point Camping, Inskip Point Qld

Inskip Point Feature

One of the best things about camping at Inskip Point is the location.

You are only a 10 minute ferry ride away from stunning Fraser Island and it is just over 8 kms to beautiful Rainbow Beach which makes Inskip Point Camping very popular.

It is an ideal stopover if you are heading over or stopping off on your way back from Fraser Island as well as a great spot to just chill out while you camp beside the beach and do some fishing.

If you want an early start on the Manta Ray Fraser Island Barge, Inskip Point is the departure point and therefore the perfect place to camp overnight.

This way you can get up bright and early in the morning to catch the first barge.

Inskip Point
Inskip Point

About Inskip Point

Inskip is the point near Rainbow Beach where the barge crosses to magnificent Fraser Island.

It’s a narrow piece of sandy strip with the Wide Bay Bar entry to the Great Sandy Straight on one side and Pelican Bay plus mouth of Tin Can Bay Inlet on the other.

Inskip Point is a 2 and a half to 3 hour drive from Brisbane and 50 minutes from Gympie.

There’s mangroves and lots of sandy flats around the camping area, perfect breeding grounds for midges so do come prepared for them.

Inskip Point West side

We recommend using The Locals for midge bites otherwise you can read all about how to avoid being bitten or what to do after being bitten here.

Inskip Point is a short 5 minute drive from the main local township of Rainbow Beach.

The water surrounding the camping area is generally calm with plenty of good areas to swim, fish, kayak and enjoy.

You can drive along the beach at Inskip Point however you will need a permit. You can source a vehicle permit here.

Driving along the beach from Inskip Point to Rainbow Beach however is not accessible.

Inskip Point is a beautiful beachside location perfect for a camping getaway.

Inskip Point

Inskip Point Camping Grounds & Facilities

There are 7 different camping grounds to choose from when camping at Inskip Point:

  • M.V. Sarawak West Camping Area
  • M.V. Sarawak Camping Area
  • M.V. Beagle Camping Area
  • M.V. Natone Camping Area
  • S.S. Dorrigo Camping Area
  • S.S. Dorrigo South Camping
  • Pelican Bay Camping Area
Inskip Point Camping - MV Sarawak West Campground
M.V. Sarawak West Camping Area

M.V. Sarawak West Camping Area

Access:   2WD Accessible only in normal conditions, 4WD is recommended

Vehicle Access to the Beach:   Via signed tracks only. No driving, parking or camping on dunes

Toilets:   Yes

Sites:  No set campsites. Limited number for caravans, campervans and camper trailers

Views: A few campsites have ocean views overlooking Fraser Island

Beach: Some sites within close proximity to the beach

M.V. Sarawak Camping Ground Inskip Point

M.V. Sarawak Camping Area

Access:   2WD Accessible only in normal conditions, 4WD is recommended

Vehicle Access to the Beach:   Via signed tracks only. No driving, parking or camping on the dunes

Toilets:   Yes

Sites:  No set campsites. Limited number for caravans, campervans and camper trailers

Views: A few campsites have ocean views overlooking Fraser Island

Beach: Beautiful beach only metres away

Inskip Point Camping - MV Beagle Campground
M.V. Beagle Camping Area

M.V. Beagle Camping Area

Access:   4WD is strongly recommended. 2WD is very limited even in good conditions

Vehicle Access to the Beach:   Via signed tracks only. No driving, parking or camping on the dunes

Toilets:   Three Hybrid Toilet Blocks. One with a ramp for Wheelchair access

Sites:  Small Camping area behind the foredunes. No defined campsites. Limited sites suitable for large caravans or buses

Views: A few campsites may have ocean views overlooking Fraser Island

Beach: Camping area is right on the beach

Inskip Point camping in the motorhome
M.V. Natone Camping ground entry
M.V. Natone Campground entry

M.V. Natone Camping Area

Access:   4WD access only. 4th Camping area from the entrance to the Inskip Peninsula Recreation Area.

Vehicle Access to the Beach:   Via signed tracks only. No driving, parking or camping on the dunes

Toilets:   Yes

Sites:  Open camping area. No defined sites. Not suitable for camper trailers, caravans or buses

Views: A few campsites may have ocean views overlooking Fraser Island

Beach: Short Walk from Camping Area

On the beach at Double Island Point
On the beach at Double Island Point
S.S. Dorrigo Camping Area
S.S. Dorrigo Camping Area

S.S. Dorrigo Camping Area

Access:   4WD access recommended, some sites close to road accessible with 2WD in normal conditions

Vehicle Access to the Beach:  Easy access at the entrance to the campground to get 4WD on and off the beach

Toilets:   Yes

Sites:  No formally defined campsites. Sites closer to the road are more sheltered from the ocean winds

Views: Amazing views from some sites

Beach: Walking distance to the beach or you can camp close to the beach but tracks are sandy

Coloured Sands from Double Island Point
Spectacular views of the coloured sands from Double Island Point
Inskip Point Camping - S.S. Dorrigo South Campground
Inskip Point Camping – S.S. Dorrigo South Camping ground

S.S. Dorrigo South Camping

Access:   4WD access recommended, some sites close to road accessible with 2WD in normal conditions

Vehicle Access to the Beach:  No vehicle access to/from the beach within the Dorrigo South Campground

Toilets:   Yes

Sites:  No formally defined campsites. Best suited to smaller vans. Restricted access for caravans, buses and camper trailers.

Views: Views of Double Island Point from some sites. Camping closer to road provides a little  more shelter from wind

Beach: A short walk to the surf beach or to Pelican Bay which is more sheltered

Inskip Point Camping

Pelican Bay Camping Area

Access:   Definitely 4WD access only

Vehicle Access to the Beach:  Right on the water’s edge and soft in parts

Toilets:   No toilets or bins. You also need to take your rubbish with you. Use toilets in the Inskip Peninsula Recreation Area approx 500 metres away on Inskip Point Road. No bush toileting – digging pit toilets is not permitted

Sites:  Only 5 campsites

Views: Pelican Bay Camping Area has estuary views

Beach: A short walk to the surf beach

M.V, Sarawak Inskip Point Camping
M.V. Sarawak Camping Ground

Inskip Point Camping – General Information

There are a number of sites suitable for caravans, campervans and camper trailers . Camping in tents is permitted in all areas.

Some camping grounds are strictly 4WD only and only minimal areas that are accessible by 2WD.

All sites are unpowered and many areas are shaded. There are plenty of bins provided, let’s all ensure we use them.

Inskip Point Camping toilet facilities at S.S. Sarawak West Camping ground
Toilet Block at the S.S. Sarawak West Camping Ground

Toilets are available in most camping areas, not all. Contents of portable toilets must not be emptied in the Camping areas.

There is a Dump Point Facility on Clarkson Drive in nearby Rainbow Beach.

Drinking Water is not available so bring plenty of water with you.

Water can obtained at Clarkson Drive within Rainbow Beach just a few metres along from the Dump Point so be sure to bring along portable refillable containers to top up your supply if needed.

Matt enjoying Happy Hour at Inskip Point
Matt enjoying Happy Hour at Inskip Point Camping Ground

The maximum stay at Inskip Point camping grounds is 30 days.

Generators up to 2.0Kva are allowed only until 9pm at which time they must be turned off. All noise must be kept to a minimum after 9pm.

Chainsaws cannot be used in the Inskip Point Camping areas.

Mobile Phone coverage is limited and unreliable. At times you may get a slightly stronger signal from the beach.

Midges and Sandflies can be bad camping at Inskip Point so ensure you take plenty of insect repellent and relief.

Contact Details for Inskip Point Camping

Phone: 13 74 68
Website
Address: Inskip Point Road, Inskip Point Queensland

Inskip Point Camping
Great to have a view of Fraser Island even if the weather wasn’t great
Inskip Point Camping Directional sign

How to get to the Inskip Point Camping Grounds

From the Bruce Highway/A1 turn right onto Brisbane Road/State Route 15 and continue for 3.4kms before turning right onto Cootharaba Road/State Route 15.

After 42kms, turn right onto Rainbow Beach Road and follow it along for 30km.

Then turn left onto Clarkson Drive. In 1.8kms, at the roundabout take the 2nd exit to stay on Inskip Avenue.

Finally, turn right into Inskip Point Road and all camping grounds are on the right hand side off Inskip Point Road with the exception of Pelican Bay.

To access Pelican Bay Camping Area, continue straight on Inskip Avenue and do not turn right into Inskip Point Road.

Check out all of the awesome spots for: Camping within 2 hours of Brisbane

Inskip Point Camping Permit is required before camping

Inskip Point Camping Permit

A camping permit is required and must be obtained before arrival at the campgrounds.

You do not require a Vehicle Access permit when camping in any of the Inskip Point Camping areas.

A Vehicle Access Permit is however required to drive on the beach both at Fraser Island and in the Cooloola Recreation Area.

There are separate permits for each or a combined one for both.

How to Book a Camping Site

Individual camping sites cannot be booked and it is on a ‘first in’ basis. There are no defined camping sites.

To book a site at any of the Inskip Point Camping grounds, you can book on-line; over the counter at a booking office; at a self-service kiosk or by calling 13 74 68.

A permit tag with your booking number must be displayed clearly at your campsite at all times.

Inskip Point Camping Site
Camped up for the night at M.V. Sarawak Camping Ground in our motorhome

Inskip Point Camping Map

Download a copy of the Inskip Point Camping Map outlining the campgrounds in the Inskip Peninsula Recreation Area – https://parks.des.qld.gov.au/__data/assets/pdf_file/0026/164285/inskip-peninsula-map.pdf

Inskip Point Camping Fees

Update 2022: As of 1 July 2022, the cost for camping fees is $7.00 per person per night and families are $28.00 per night.

A Family can consist of up to 8 people in total made up of either 1 or 2 Adults and children under the age of 18. Kids under the age of 5 are free.

Macks at Inskip Point

Is Inskip Point Camping Dog Friendly?

It is dog friendly in the Inskip Point Camping Areas however dogs must be kept under control and on a leash at all times.

Please ensure you also wrap and place dog droppings in the bins provided.

You are not permitted to have dogs in your vehicle while driving along the beach and on beach access tracks at Double Island Point, Teewah Beach and Freshwater Road.

You are allowed to travel with dogs to or from Inskip Point however this must be via the Tin Can Bay and Rainbow Beach sealed roads.

Other domestic animals including birds are prohibited while camping at Inskip Point.

Macks Inskip Point

Are Campfires permitted in the Inskip Point Camping grounds

Open campfires are permitted in the Inskip Point Camping grounds except when fire bans are in place.

Please use an existing campfire site and ensure campfires are fully extinguished with water.

Do not place sand over a campfire as the area will remain extremely hot for a long time and can cause very serious burns or injury if walked on.

All clean untreated firewood, kindling and fire lighters must be brought in.

Bush timber is not to be brought in as it may contain pests that could be carrying diseases which can kill native plants.

It is illegal to collect and burn leaves, twigs and wood from the recreational reserve and penalties do apply.

Inskip Point

Inskip Point Tides

The tides are very important when visiting Inskip Point especially if you intend to head over to Fraser Island.

Driving on any beach is best at low tide or 2 hrs either side of low tide.

Click here for details on Inskip Point Tide Times.

Inskip Point Weather

As Inskip Point is right on the peninsula, it can be quite windy.

To escape the windy Inskip Point weather you may need to camp back from the beach behind the dunes or in areas of the campgrounds closer to the road.

There are a number of weather apps to check on the upcoming weather if you are planning to camp at Inskip Point with Willy Weather and BOM just to name a couple.

Inskip Point Sinkhole Warning Sign

Inskip Point Sinkhole

In late September 2015, just a few months before our stay at Inskip Point in early February 2016, a huge 150 metre x 50 metre wide, 3 metre deep sinkhole opened up at the M.V. Beagle campground.

At around 10.30pm the sinkhole slowly began opening up. Close to midnight, approximately 140 people had to be evacuated from the campground.

It resulted in a Caravan, a car, tents and camping equipment being swallowed by the sinkhole.

In March 2016, there was a second landslip. Again 3 years later in September 2018, another large portion of the beach collapsed into the ocean.

The three sinkholes have all been in the same area.

5 Essentials – 4WD Accessories

  1. 4WD Recovery Tracks will get you out of most situations, especially in sand. We bought a pair of these generic branded tracks that have worked well whilst other brands include the Australian made TRED or the Australian Designed and made MAXTRAX 4wd Recovery Tracks.
  2. For our 4WD we went with this EDECOA 1500 3000w Pure Sine Wave Inverter which has been excellent value and works great.
  3. I’m a massive fan of my Victron IP65 15a Battery Charger. I use it often to give batteries a boost and it really is an essential part of my tool kit.
  4. When camping my Kings 200w Solar Blanket gets a lot of use and works really well. Only downside is it doesn’t work with Lithium batteries.
  5. Brass Tyre Deflators are a fast and easy way to lower your tyre pressure to your desired level. Perfect for when you are hitting the beach.
Inskip Point

What else is there to do in the area?

Inskip Point Fishing

For most people, Inskip Point Camping includes spending time fishing.

With the beach and estuary right at your doorstep, it is the ideal place to catch Bream, Flathead, Tailor and Whiting.

Plus, you have Fraser Island only a 10 minute barge ride away and the fishing on Fraser is sensational.

Lake McKenzie
Lake McKenzie

Visit Fraser Island, the largest sand island in the world

Fraser Island is one place your absolutely cannot miss visiting!!

As it is the world’s largest sand island, the only way to access this stunning piece of paradise is by 4WD.

If you don’t have a 4WD, you can hire one or take a day tour over to Fraser Island from Rainbow Beach or there are also 2 day camping or 2 day resort tours.

There is so much to see and do on the island but Lake Mackenzie, Eli Creek, the S.S. Maheno and Champagne Pools are everyone’s favourite ‘must sees’.

For more information about Fraser Island, check out these other blogs:

Double Island Point
Double Island Point Rainbow Beach

Drive along Rainbow Beach to Double Island Point

Take a drive along the Beach past the spectacular coloured sands to Double Island Point. The colours in the sandy cliffs are amazing.

You will need to purchase a permit to drive on the beach and you definitely need to check the tide times carefully as the beach is only accessible at low tide.

Purchase your Cooloola Recreation Vehicle Access Permit online.

Carlo Sand Blow

Check out Carlo Sand Blow

The magnificent Carlo Sand Blow is one of the popular attractions at Rainbow Beach.

Carlo Sand Blow has a ‘moonscape’ appearance and is massive with the sand covering 15 hectares. It is named after Carlo, one of Captain Cook’s crew.

Take a walk throught the rainforest to the top of the Sand Blow and take in the stunning views over Rainbow Beach including the coloured sands, Double Island Point, Inskip Point and Fraser Island.

Tin Can Bay

Feed the Dolphins at Tin Can Bay

For the best chance of feeding wild dolphins, go to the Barnacles Cafe and Dolphin Centre in Tin Can Bay.

Wild dolphins have been coming into this area for many, many years and it offers a great dolphin experience.

Volunteers provide information on the dolphins and arrange viewing times where small groups can each go into the water.

You have the not only the opportunity to see the dolphins up close but you can also feed a wild Australian Humpback Dolphin.

Don’t miss this one on one dolphin experience!

Read more: Feeding the Dolphins at Barnacles Café Tin Can Bay

Tin Can Bay
Tin Can Bay Dolphins

Other great places to stay in the region:

Pin – Inskip Point Camping

Rainbow Beach was our very first destination on our road trip adventure around Australia. Our second stop was Inskip Point where we camped in the M.V. Sarawak Camping Ground for one night on 4 February, 2016.

Back then, we only had our motorhome and it was the only Inskip Point Camping area we could access.

Have you camped at any of the Inskip Point Camping grounds? Tell us about your experience.

Safe travels   

Kev & Adele
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We are Adele & Kevin, an Aussie couple from Brisbane in Queensland Australia who have embraced our adventurous spirit and ventured out to explore the world around us. We had spent so much time overseas we decided it was time to see our own truly amazing country and we needed to take some time to see everything it has to offer.

Our Aim is to inspire others to travel and help design the greatest adventure they can experience.

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Samsung Note 10 Plus Phone – https://ebay.to/2XOjXhi – Most of our photos are simply from our phones. The Samsung phone cameras are pretty insane. Our phones have 512gb storage in ours but the 256gb in this one is heaps. We have sourced this one which is approx $500 less than we paid for ours.

Samsung s21 Phonehttps://ebay.us/QAdwva – this looks an insane camera within a phone. We have friends and our son who own one and it seems quite extraordinary with their camera quality. If you’re after a new phone this is what I’d be looking at.

Canon 800dhttps://ebay.us/Q0UV1z – the latest DSLR Canon 24mp camera, buy here to save.

Nikon Coolpix p1000https://ebay.to/37cORUV – We have the Nikon P900 and this is the new model. The zoom lens is unbelievable and so awesome when travelling and you want to capture photos from a distance.

Lenses

Canon 50mm lens – https://ebay.to/2yQwPed  This is the lens I use the least, ideal for still, close up shots.
Canon 24-105mm lenshttps://ebay.us/br9MeO This is my all round, everyday use, zoom lens. Amazing quality, great price.
Canon 70-300mm lens – https://ebay.to/2XlOZ0I – I use this one a lot for long range shots.
Sigma 10-20mm lenshttps://ebay.to/2TWt0vA  – My wide angle lens for all my inside photos & video plus lots more, love this lens.

Our Go Pro 9 Hero Black – https://ebay.to/38wMc7V  –  is an awesome piece of equipment. I use this for all underwater, action video and some general use. Buy here brand new and great value.

Mavic Pro Platinum Drone – https://ebay.to/2ARPxTo  This is an absolute ripper of a drone. The Fly More Combo will provide you with everything you will need. I use this for all my aerial footage and this price is well below other retail stores.

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