If you’re heading to WA, you’re considering a campervan. We booked ours through THL. This guide is about the realities, not the picture-perfect shots.
The Logistics that Defined Our First Day
If there is one thing we realised, it’s that you need to expect delays right out of the gate. Our scheduled 9:00 AM campervan pick-up was pushed back, forcing us to make a tough call at Busselton: ditch the planned sunset and Observatory tour to prioritise the essential grocery run.
Tip: If you’re late, take the Busselton Jetty train ride, but skip the longer tours. Then, go straight to Coles or Woolworths.
The Joys of Nomad Life
The real magic of the van was the campsites. Every night was a new environment, a new adventure for the kids.
| Campsite Experience | Day | Location | Highlights (from Itinerary) |
| RAC Busselton Holiday Park | 2 | Busselton | A needed dose of comfort and amenities after a tough travel day. |
| Tasman Holiday Parks | 3 | Dunsborough | Our base for exploring chocolate factories and Meelup Beach. |
| Big Valley Margaret River Campsite | 4 | Margaret River | Pure joy! The kids adored the farmstay and feeding the animals. |
| Flinders Bay Holiday Park | 5 | Augusta | Perfect for tackling the deep, mysterious worlds of Lake Cave and Jewel Cave. |
Final Drive: On Day 6, we squeezed in our Vasse Felix winery visit before starting the long drive back to Perth to return the van before the 3:00 PM deadline.
