The travels of Amavi Transpire member Tess.
Paige: In a short sentence, tell us about you Tess?
Tess: I’m a gal from Melbourne who’s passionate about looking after the health of myself and our planet.
Paige: Tell us about your current chapter and traveling?
Tess: I’m doing a trip around Aus with my partner in our Toyota Troopy named Tofu. We‘ve travelled to Tassie, SA and have just made it to WA after a couple months magical months in NT, with a cheeky trip to Bali in between.
Paige: Your three favourite locations so far?
Tess: I have to put Uluru first. You can feel it’s power as soon as you’re there, I’ve never been so present and at peace than during my time there.
The West Macdonall Ranges is home to so many beautiful waterholes. My time there was made even more special by a few days in the Finke Gorge National Park. This is a must do by anyone with a 4 wheel drive!
Kakadu was absolutely magical. Hiking up the top of Jim Jim falls and Twin Falls, there are hidden waterholes you can swim in, similarly to Maguk waterhole. So fun.
Paige: You have been traveling a lot in a van, have you picked up any accommodation tips or spotted any gems?
Tess: Using the WikiCamps app is a must. It pinpoints free/paid camps, points of interest, showers etc. We aim to free camp as much as possible, as not only does it save money but these spots are normally much quieter and you’re often more immersed in nature.
Paige: Tell us about some of the people you have met, or a magical experience you have had?
Tess: It’s been so beautiful to connect with like-minded souls from all different walks of life. If you’d told me a year ago that I’d own binoculars and a bird book I’d probably have thought you were taking the piss haha, but a couple we met along the road introduced us to the world of bird watching and it’s been a pleasant surprise. It almost acts as a form of meditation. It’s given me an even deeper appreciation for nature and is a comforting reminder that there’s a whole other world out there.
Paige: What are the challenges you have experienced?
Paige: How do you manage budget, working, the reality of things that hold a lot of people back?
Tess: My partner and I both worked full time prior to save up for the trip. To be honest we don’t follow a budget. We tried to initially but soon realised every week is so different, so we adopted the approach of having a sum in mind that if our money drops below, we will return home or pick up work along the way if we don’t feel our travels are finished. It was scary leaving our jobs and life back home, but we decided the adventure and growth we’ll experience within ourselves is well worth the risk.
Paige: Tell us about what Amavi has brought you and if you think it had a hand in you living your most authentic/adventurous life?
Tess: Amavi has really encouraged me to have a consistent meditation practice, providing extra goodies like affirmations, full moon exercises and playlists I never knew I needed but absolutely love haha. I’m drawn to it’s beauty and the love that’s put into each meditation. Amavi provided me the comfort and routine I needed to travel away from home yet still feel grounded and safe.
Paige: Picture this, someone has never been to the NT, they want a beautiful experience but don’t know where to begin? Can you drop us an itinerary with any hot tips?
Tess: From SA towards the top of the NT, our trip looked like this:
Uluru/Kata Tjuta
Kings Canyon (do the rim walk)
Alice Springs
West Macdonnal Ranges
Finke Gorge National Park
East Macdonnal Ranges
Karlu Karlu/Devils Marbles
Daly Waters
Mataranka Springs/Bitter Springs (loooved bitter springs, bring a pool noodle of you have one)
Katherine
Nitmiluk National Park (hike/kayak Katherine Gorge, Edith Falls)
Kakadu National Park (must do the Yellow Water Cruise)
Litchfield National Park (awesome waterholes)
Berry Springs
Darwin
Would you share a playlist you are listening to as you travel? (Wow LOVE)
Paige: What is your favourite wellness practice or Amavi meditation?
Tess: I find myself always coming back to the Grounding mediation, considering every morning I wake up in a new location, this really does help me stay grounded. I also love popping on the Vibration Station when I’m doing some morning stretches.
Paige: What do you hope to see and experience on the AMAVI 2.0 portal?
Tess: Oooh yes I’m so excited. I’m looking forward to continuing with the new Prosperity meditation, this is definitely an area I’d like to experience some expansion in. I’d also love to see more breathwork!
Paige: Your wish is my command! Breath-working in-coming, and did I mention kundalini breath-work too? It packs a punch.
Paige: Northern territory accom tips?
Tess:
West Macdonnal Ranges: Big Gum camp on WikiCamps
Katherine: The Rapids on WikiCamps, an incredible spot by the river on a family’s property
Davenport Ranges National Park: Old Police Station Waterhole
Finke Gorge National Park: Running Waters on WikiCamps
Kings Canyon: Ginty’s Lookout Free Camp on WikiCamps
Paige: Northern territory any relevant tips?
Tess: We didn’t get the chance to head to Arnhem Land this trip, but it’s definitely on the list to head to in the future. It’s a bit of a process to apply for permits
Paige: What are your dreams at current and how do you channel them?
Tess: My dreams for the future involve finding a career that allows me to feel a true sense of fulfilment and passion. I would love to be able to take my work online, giving me the freedom to travel and work remotely. Travelling Aus is giving me the space and time to reflect within and envision a future that my heart truly desires, instead of the idea that I need to find a career from a place of lack and fear. As I work through this I’d love if anyone in the Amavi community has any guidance on how to find and pursue a career that aligns with your values and lifestyle!Paige : Id recommend the align and get clear planner! Its made just for this, once you dream up some directions you might like to venture, let me know and I would love to connect you with my network and circles, this is what community is for <3.
