If you were born and raised in Sydney, Perth or Melbourne and haven’t really spent much time in rural settings, this short article was written with you in mind. You might be a foreigner coming to the Land Down Under for an amazing holiday, or a city trader who has had enough of the trading pit and the concrete jungle that surrounds it.
Mobile camping
No one goes into the wilderness of foot anymore; there are the odd crazies on bicycles and motorcycles, yet sane folk hire a motorhome (campervan). A state-of-the-art motorhome can comfortably sleep 6 and there are no hardships when travelling in an RV. If it is just you and your partner, a small campervan would be perfect and with adequate water, fuel and provisions, you are good to go!
Marine options
Some travellers with sea legs prefer to ocean hop from town to town and with additional petrol tanks for boats, your range is greatly increased. Of course, you need to have sea experience if you are going to circumnavigate Australia, which might take a few years.
Wild animals
It is said there are creatures that will eat/kill/maim you, which is certainly true in the ocean; there are snakes that you should know about and find out about kangaroos, specifically what to do in an encounter. The majority of Aussie wildlife will hide from humans, although if you squat down in a forest and be silent for a few minutes, they will come out to play. Don’t walk lightly through grassed areas; stamp your feet hard a few times; the vibration will alert snakes to your presence and they take off.
Remote regions
If you’re planning to visit the Outback for a few days, let someone know when you will leave and when you will contact them. Failure to do so triggers emergency aid. Pack as though you need to be self-sufficient, fuel and water are obviously critical; order extra containers online. There are many camp sites all across Australia, which you can book in advance.
The Australian wilderness has a unique beauty and must be respected; always prepare for every eventuality (aside from Alien abduction) and you should have magical experiences.
