From the outback to the gold coast, Australia has some of the most incredible landscapes in the world. So why see just one?
Road trips allow you to take in everything a country has to offer. And when it comes to this country, you’ll be in awe everywhere you go. But with such an array of weather and terrain, what should you bring for your road trip?
Keep reading to find out all the Australian vacation essentials you’ll need.
Vehicle Safety
When going on a road trip, you want to be prepared for any scenario. So if you break down or get stuck, you’ll have all the equipment you need.
For vehicle safety, you should bring:
- Vehicle insurance
- A spare tire and jack
- A toll tag
- A tow rope and shovel
- Jumper cables
- A jump starter battery
- Wiper fluid
- Brake fluid
- A flare
- Thermal blankets
Navigation
If you’re going to be driving in Australia, you need a few forms of navigation. And even though it may feel overly cautious to bring more than one, you don’t want to be stuck in the middle of nowhere with no service.
You will want to bring:
- A GPS
- A car phone holder
- Printed directions for each location
- A map
- A compass
- An Australian guide book
Food and Drink
Australians like to eat and drink, so there’s no doubt you’ll be going to some amazing restaurants along the way. But for the days when you have to eat in the car, you’ll need some snacks, drinks, and disposable utensils.
You should bring:
- Non-perishable food
- Reusable water bottles
- Bottled water
- A bottle opener
- Ziploc food bags
- Paper plates
- Plastic forks and spoons
- A multi-purpose knife
Basic Must-Haves
You can bring some of these items on a plane and the rest you can buy in Australia. But regardless of how you obtain them, you should have these things in your car before you start driving. They’re called “must-haves” for a reason!
You will need to bring:
- Australian money
- A first aid kit
- Sunscreen
- Hand sanitizer
- Bug spray
- Sunglasses
- A portable charger
- Regular chargers
- A window bug net
- Tissues
- Toilet paper
- Towels
- Garbage bags
- A lighter
Entertainment
While there are lots of exciting Australian vacation spots for you to visit, there will likely be some boring moments during the car ride. For these times, you’ll need something to keep you busy and awake. And if you have kids, they’ll need to stay occupied in the back of the car.
For entertainment, consider bringing:
- Audiobooks
- Podcasts
- Music playlists
- A pack of cards
- Headphones
- An iPad
- Your favorite games
Now Go Pack For Your Australian Vacation
After you’ve packed these items for your Australian vacation, you’ll be prepared for an incredible journey. And even if you get stuck in the outback, you’ve covered. Now grab your GPS (and your map) and start driving!
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