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ESCAPING SYDNEY - THE BEST WINTER ROAD TRIPS
May 29, 2021
The cold weather doesn’t mean that we need to spend the whole of winter cooped up inside like it’s some kind of coronavirus apocalypse. Australia is huge, a road trip is an amazing way to travel and there are endless options for getting on the road and getting out of Sydney. The highlight is that some destinations are best visited in the winter months.
At the time of writing a cold front has just moved through Sydney and the forecast is for a two day wintery blast of gale force winds to bring in the new season. The good news is that the Bureau of Meteorology has just released a seasonal outlook where most Australians are in for a warmer than average winter. Wan’t to make the most of it?
Well a great road trip always starts with a great destination…
Port Stephens
Getting There: At just two a half hours drive north of Sydney, this Bluewater Wonderland is very easily accessible for a day trip or overnight stay.
Things To Do: Walk up the Tomaree Headland for breathtaking views of the surrounding beaches, headlands and islands. Indulge in fresh local seafood from the markets in Nelson Bay or enjoy freshly shucked oysters straight from the farm at Holbert’s in Salamander bay.
Why Go In Winter: May through September in the annual whale watching season and Port Stephens boasts many elevated vantage points that are ideal for spotting the majestic creatures as they migrate north. Several whale watching cruises operate daily out of Nelson Bay.
Snowy Mountains
Getting There: The drive from the city to the Snowy Mountains gateway town of Jindabyne takes about five hours. To continue driving up to the ski fields and through the Kosciuszko National Park, motor vehicle entrance fees must be paid and snow chains must be carried for two wheel drive vehicles.
Things To Do: Skiing and Snowboarding at the popular resorts of Selwyn, Thredbo and Perisher Valley. Tobogganing, building a snowman or just generally enjoying life above the snow-line is possible outside of the resorts. Drive the famous Alpine Way and visit the European Style Village of Thredbo. Travel to the Yarrangobilly Caves and enjoy a walk to the natural spring fed Thermal Pool.
Why Go In Winter: July and August are the coldest months of the year in Australia and they offer the best snow conditions. Temperatures at the top of the resorts generally hover at around freezing during these months.
The Top End
Getting There: A common route would be to cross NSW to Adelaide before passing up through the Red Centre and then to Australia’s only tropical city, Darwin. This ones a fair dinkum road trip with about 100 hours of driving for a round trip. A camper van is ideal for a longer trip like this and a month provides just enough time to cover the distance while enjoying the journey at the same time.
Things To Do: After crossing into South Australia, Wilpena Pound and Lake Heart are great places for stop overs. Coober Pedy is an opal mining town with many curious attractions. A stop at Uluru is an absolute must as well as a trip to Kata Tjuta and the Kings Canyon. Another must see is Kakadu National Park which is just a few hours out of Darwin. In the city itself, enjoy shopping, a harbour cruise, fishing or a movie under the stars at the waterfront Deckchair Cinema.
Why Go In Winter: May through October is the dry season in top end and June through August is widely considered as the best time to visit because of the climate. There is very little humidity with an average daily low temperature that hangs above 20°C.
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