Opal greenhorn James "JC" Caruana and veteran miner Rod Manning embark upon a roadtrip across Australia where JC tries to learn about opal mining before becoming a father.
Where to Watch Opal Hunters: Red Dirt Roadtrip • Season 2
6 Episodes
Wild West Opal
E1
Wild West OpalThe world's toughest treasure hunters, Rod and JC, push their bodies and bank accounts to the limit on a quest to strike it rich. Let the adventure begin!
Gems of the Sea
E2
Gems of the SeaIn the world famous Margaret River wine region in Western Australia, JC sets the duo up with a job pruning vines at a winery. In the aptly named, Shark Bay, the boys do a deal with pearl farmer, Rob Morgan, to create a unique gemstone.
Kimberley Diamonds
E3
Kimberley DiamondsRod and JC prospect a long-defunct diamond mine. Plus, saving an orphaned baby wallaby leads to important volunteer work for Rod and JC. And, in Broome, their rough diamonds are transformed into $10,000 worth of cut stones.
Red Centre Rubies
E4
Red Centre RubiesRod and JC team up with Kakadu Park Rangers to catalogue the world's largest species of crocodile. Plus, Rod finds a monster ruby at the isolated gem filled Harts Range.
Queen of Gems
E5
Queen of GemsIn Australia’s last travelling boxing tent, JC’s boxing skills are put to the test. Plus, Rod and JC team up with opal mining matriarch, Sue White and her granddaughter to hunt for unique Yowah Nuts and valuable opalized fossils.
Time Means Tucker
E6
Time Means TuckerRod and JC embark on a treasure-hunting mission with a personal connection.
