After an incredible day of soaking in the surf and sights of Broome, the team faced a daunting multi-day journey of over 2000km through the famous Kimberley region. This "up and over" jaunt started early with a visit to a local wildlife rehabilitator who confirmed there are indeed LIVE animals off Australia's roads! She even allowed us some personal snuggle time with our favorite critter so far - Fred the Wallaby. Not to be missed along the way were huge and...
After prying ourselves away from the grip of beach beauty at Shark Bay and Monkey Mia, the H2Go! pressed northward toward Broome passing parched landscapes, dry rivers (and gas stations), and huge cattle semis loaded beyond belief. En route to Broome, the Seachem team rolled with the hills and their sweat through some of the most remote areas to date including the iron and gas mining communities of Carnarvon and Karratha. Along the way were a few surprises including relics of...
Finally making their first "large town" stop over since leaving Perth, the Seachem duo made a beeline for the storybook village of Broome, WA. Broome's history is as colorful as their coastal waters and the lustrous pearls that continue to be farmed here after more than 100 years! Nestled quietly among the dunes another infamous Australian staple was discovered (OK smelled) - the sunset ride camels of Cable Beach! Perched high atop these proverbial "beasts of burden" riders can enjoy a...
Imagine a beach - virtually devoid of people yet teeming with plant and animal life. Well, there's no need to imagine with a picture perfect day at the National Heritage Area of Monkey Mia. The team took a few hours to visit the preserve which is world-renown for its wild dolphins who frequent the beach to feed from rangers hands. Not to be missed as well were all the incredible, relaxed, and remote scenery surrounding the peninsula. Also below are...
Trekking through Perth city traffic, the Seachem team descended upon a hidden gem in the Northern border town of Westminster -Seaview Aquariums. This small footprint store is a shining example that just because another store is big, it doesn't always mean its better. Brother/owner duo Greg and Michael make use of every inch in this 28 year old establishment giving it a welcoming, homelike feel. The shop prides itself on caring staff, creating magnificent custom aquariums, and emulating the true meaning...
After a grueling three day trek, the H2Go! cruised into the metropolitan city of Perth for a visit to two of the finest aquarium shops on the West coast. Vebas Aquariums is known about town for its large selection, colorful corals and a beautiful center reef display worthy of a major public aquarium. This popular retailer also boasts a full quarantine facility for its fish and imports a great selection of tanks and stands for its customers. Be sure to visit...
Crossing the famous Roaring Forties of the Nullarbor Plain, the Seachem team pressed forward on its 800km journey today to the town of Norseman. Several unexpected guests were spotted along the Eyre Highway including huge semi trains, a 4x4 expedition team, and some signature Aussie critters. (more…)
As we were traveling from Melbourne to Port Campbell we decided to stop and visit the Port Campbell National Park. We were fortunate enough to see plenty of beautiful sights and were able to take several wonderful pictures as seen below. The park boasts an unbelievable array of protected marine and terrestrial habitat with a landscape best described as "awe inspiring" (more…)