Sometimes
you just gotta wander, and if you're after fantastic scenery and
animals you can't see in any other continent on Earth, traveling in
Australia is the place! But there are things to watch out for in
different regions – and since Australia is huge with several
climate regions, it's best to research your trip route ahead of time!
There's a
reason the bulk of the Australian population is centered around the
southeastern coastline – that's a temperate zone, with a
subtropical and tropical zone to the northeast. Toward the middle of
the continent is a large desert surrounded by grasslands! If you were
interested in seeing one of the biggest opal producing sites in the
world, Coober Pedy, virtually everything in the whole town is
underground. Why? It gets blazing hot there, and there's no tree
cover – the only escape from the sun is underground. You don't want
to wander into a situation like that thinking that you'll sleep in a
tent and be just fine – you need to know what to expect!
When you decide where to go, contact a local camping supply and ask them what they would use where you'll be staying. If you go camping near Uluru (formerly called Ayers Rock), you'll probably want to have a “swag”, or a sleeping bag with a mosquito net hood to keep the bugs off. If you camp in the south, you'll probably want something to help keep the chill off in the evening.
When you decide where to go, contact a local camping supply and ask them what they would use where you'll be staying. If you go camping near Uluru (formerly called Ayers Rock), you'll probably want to have a “swag”, or a sleeping bag with a mosquito net hood to keep the bugs off. If you camp in the south, you'll probably want something to help keep the chill off in the evening.
You'll
also want to know what animals you can expect to see in each region.
For example, you shouldn't expect to see crocodiles, kangaroos, and
koalas all in the same region! And the local wildlife will dictate
how you store your food at night, so check ahead with the locals to
see what the best practices are. Bring your camera and take lots of
photos – how often will you get to see a kangaroo bounding across
the grasslands?
Sometimes you may have difficulty finding local advice on camping, just because it can be hard to find a good local authority. In that case, always check wikibackpacker.com, and after your trip, add your experiences to the page. That way future travelers can benefit from your experience!
Whether you camp in the outback or hang out at Bondi Beach, enjoy your trip and have a great adventure!
Sometimes you may have difficulty finding local advice on camping, just because it can be hard to find a good local authority. In that case, always check wikibackpacker.com, and after your trip, add your experiences to the page. That way future travelers can benefit from your experience!
Whether you camp in the outback or hang out at Bondi Beach, enjoy your trip and have a great adventure!