Caravanning combines two of the things Australians love the most- Exploring the open road, and enjoying nature. Caravanning gives you the ability to see Australia’s glorious sights and scenery in person while still maintaining many of the comforts of home. Australia is vast and beautiful, there are thousands of miles of roads and thousands of experiences to be enjoyed by the adventurous caravanner!
Caravans have evolved over the years, and the new state of the rig is the hybrid caravan that combines the caravan’s creature comforts with the durability of an off-road camper trailer. This brilliant pairing will allow you to journey even deeper into the rugged wilderness!
If you are new to caravanning you might be wondering what you should bring along with you on your big adventure. Although some of this might change depending on what regions you plan to explore, for example the coasts or the Outback, as well as the amount of time you plan to spend there, the following is a basic list of necessities that you will find useful no matter where you venture!
Room is limited even in these spacious hybrid caravans, so you have to plan carefully and only bring what you really need. We recommend you list everything you are thinking of bringing along then ask yourself if you can find a smaller version of it! While you need to bring toothpaste with you, is a jumbo family sized tube really going to be necessary during your trip? There are “travel size” tubes, but they might be a bit too small, so opt for a tube size that would last a couple of weeks at home. Every inch counts, so keeping things small and tidy is important when you are out in the wilds!
We think the following are some very useful items you should bring along with you on a caravan trip in Australia, so please give them some thought!
Essentials – GPS, road map, compass, emergency road kit, fire extinguisher, first-aid kit, torches, drinking water, surge protector, extension cords, electrical adapters.
Personal Necessities – Wallet with ID, credit cards and cash, prescription eyewear, phone and charger, extra batteries, medications.
Toiletries – Environmentally friendly soap and shampoo, tooth and hair care items, nail clippers, makeup, sunscreen, bug spray, toilet paper.
Bedding – Sheets, blankets, pillows, alarm clock, mosquito net.
Clothing – Clothing for cool nights and warm days, underwear, socks, windbreaker jacket, rain gear, a brolly, swimsuit, sunglasses, sun hat, beach and bath towels.
Kitchen – Drinking glasses, coffee and tea mugs, water bottles, can and bottle opener, corkscrew, bowls, plates, utensils for eating and cooking, cutting board, paper towels, dish soap, dish towels, ziplock bags.
Food & Drink– Hybrid caravans have a refrigerator so you can bring along a few perishables that you plan to consume over the first week. You should stock rice, noodles, potatoes, and enough drinks to last a few days. You will have plenty of chances to shop along the way, so don’t worry!
Fun Stuff – A deck of cards, a good book, and whatever sporting gear you might want to use, this really depends on your family’s preferences.Now you are ready to hit the road, enjoy your Australian caravan adventure!