13/09/2024
Did you know Highway 1 is the longest national highway in the world? Stretching an epic 14,500 km (9,000 miles), it loops around the entire continent, connecting every major city & stunning coastline. 🌊
Deano our head driver trainer has travelled many miles on Highway 1 in his career before sharing his knowledge, experience & expertise here at Capital Heavy Vehicle Driver Training! 🚚🚚
Here are 50 facts & must-see spots to inspire your next adventure out on the open road:
1️⃣ It spans all 7 Australian states & territories!
2️⃣ Takes approx. 2-3 months to drive the entire loop (with sightseeing).
3️⃣ Connects over 20 major cities, from Sydney to Perth.
4️⃣ Starts & ends in Sydney, forming a massive loop!
5️⃣ Great Barrier Reef off Queensland’s coast is a must-see stop.
6️⃣ Visit Daintree Rainforest, the oldest tropical rainforest.
7️⃣ Explore the Great Ocean Road with its dramatic coastal cliffs.
8️⃣ Stop by Uluru – Australia’s iconic red rock in the heart of the country.
9️⃣ Cruise along Ninety Mile Beach in Victoria.
🔟 Cross the legendary Nullarbor Plain, the longest stretch of straight road (146km).
1️⃣1️⃣ Encounter rare wildlife on Kangaroo Island, off the South Australian coast.
1️⃣2️⃣ Discover Broome’s Cable Beach in Western Australia, famous for camel rides.
1️⃣3️⃣ Dive into adventure at Exmouth & explore the Ningaloo Reef.
1️⃣4️⃣ Journey into Tasmania via ferry to enjoy its wild landscapes.
1️⃣5️⃣ Check out Lake Macquarie, the largest coastal saltwater lake.
1️⃣6️⃣ Explore Fraser Island, the world’s largest sand island.
1️⃣7️⃣ Don’t miss Wineglass Bay in Tasmania’s Freycinet National Park.
1️⃣8️⃣ Drive past the pink lakes of Esperance.
1️⃣9️⃣ Snap the Twelve Apostles on Victoria's south coast.
2️⃣0️⃣ Marvel at the vast, sandy stretches of Coober Pedy, the opal capital of the world.
2️⃣1️⃣ Discover Darwin, the tropical capital of the Northern Territory.
2️⃣2️⃣ Visit Albany, where the ANZAC troops departed in WWI.
2️⃣3️⃣ Head into the rugged Kimberley Region for waterfalls & red cliffs.
2️⃣4️⃣ Explore the cosmopolitan vibes of Melbourne.
2️⃣5️⃣ Wind through the wine regions of Margaret River.
2️⃣6️⃣ See towering karri trees at Walpole-Nornalup National Park.
2️⃣7️⃣ Spot kangaroos on the beach at Lucky Bay.
2️⃣8️⃣ Follow the Savannah Way through Queensland’s outback.
2️⃣9️⃣ Discover hidden gems in South Australia’s Limestone Coast.
3️⃣0️⃣ Catch the world’s biggest crocs at Cahills Crossing in Kakadu.
3️⃣1️⃣ Soak up the sunny vibes at Byron Bay, Australia’s easternmost point.
3️⃣2️⃣ Take the coastal walk to Noosa National Park.
3️⃣3️⃣ Surf at Bells Beach, home of the famous surf comp!
3️⃣4️⃣ Visit Port Macquarie and its coastal rainforests.
3️⃣5️⃣ Stand in awe at Cradle Mountain in Tasmania.
3️⃣6️⃣ Wander the beaches of Airlie Beach, gateway to the Whitsundays.
3️⃣7️⃣ Explore the ancient cave art of Kakadu National Park.
3️⃣8️⃣ Visit Norfolk Island, a detour from the main loop but worth the trip.
3️⃣9️⃣ Camp under the stars in the Flinders Ranges.
4️⃣0️⃣ See the marine life of the Great Australian Bight.
4️⃣1️⃣ Visit Townsville, gateway to the Great Barrier Reef.
4️⃣2️⃣ Watch the penguins waddle in at Phillip Island.
4️⃣3️⃣ Climb the dunes at Stockton Beach, near Newcastle.
4️⃣4️⃣ Meet the dolphins at Monkey Mia in Western Australia.
4️⃣5️⃣ Trek through the stunning Blue Mountains outside Sydney.
4️⃣6️⃣ Discover the outback charm of Alice Springs.
4️⃣7️⃣ Kayak the rivers of Katherine Gorge.
4️⃣8️⃣ Explore Mataranka Hot Springs for a refreshing dip.
4️⃣9️⃣ Walk through history at Port Arthur, Tasmania.
5️⃣0️⃣ Highway 1 takes you everywhere, offering a front-row seat to Australia’s diverse landscapes!
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