Nomadic family says 'dream is more powerful' than surging fuel prices
The Sharavnyam family from Mongolia is traveling around the world in a camper van, having covered over 70,000 kilometers despite rising global fuel prices. They sold all their possessions in Mongolia and rely on investments and past work to fund their journey, which has taken them through multiple continents. While high fuel costs are discouraging many Australians from road trips, the family remains committed to their nomadic lifestyle for the next five years.
- ▪Tuvshinjargel Sharavnyam, his wife Amarzaya, and their three children have traveled over 70,000 kilometers since leaving Mongolia eight years ago.
- ▪The family shipped their campervan from Asia to Australia and have funded their journey by selling all their assets and working various jobs.
- ▪Fuel prices in Australia have more than doubled since their arrival, costing them $250 per fill, while they previously paid just $1 for 80 liters in Iran.
- ▪The Sharavnyams found Iran to be peaceful and affordable during their 2022 visit, contrary to media portrayals.
- ▪Data shows 41% of Australians have canceled or reduced travel plans due to high fuel prices and global instability.
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Fuel prices will not stop Mongolian family travelling across Australia and the worldBy Courtney Yeandle and Sean MurphyABC Upper HunterTopic:Road Trips31m ago31 minutes agoSun 3 May 2026 at 12:30amThe Sharavnyam family are driving across Australia as part of their trip around the world. (ABC Upper Hunter: Sean Murphy)In short:Tuvshinjargel Sharavnyam, his wife, Amarzaya, and three children are travelling across Australia and the world in their camper.They have shipped their van across oceans while travelling more than 70,000 kilometres amid surging fuel prices and global conflict.What's next?Mr Sharavnyam says the family plans to stay on the road for another five years.abc.net.au/news/fuel-prices-not-stopping-mongolian-family-travelling-the-world/106596256Link copiedShareShare articleAt a…
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