Backpacking in Australia

So you're about to leave you home country and head for Australia for a bit of adventure and fun in the sun burnt country?  Well, before you head off, take a look at the Traveling Essential section of the Crow's site and look at the inventory list below which should prepare you for every occurrence.

Most hostels have all the cooking facilities you need so you won't necessarily need to bring the 12 piece silver service.  If you intend on going camping though, remember your mug, plate, knife, fork, spoon and billy can.  Most of this can be bought over here.

Bring a sleeping bag.  Most inner city hostels provide linen but, contrary to popular belief, some states get quite cold in winter and the sheets you get just aren't good enough.  Although saying that, look out for the electric blankets if you are staying in the mountain regions.

Bring a tent only if you are going camping

Bring a Swiss army knife, even if you aren't going camping

Other things to think about bringing which may help you on your travels

  • Walking boots

  • Hat

  • Sunscreen

  • Water bottle

  • Camera

  • Passport

  • A sewing kit

  • Resume or CV

  • References

  • Money  HOT TIP: travelers cheques are the best bet, or a credit card from home)

  • The details of where you will stay when you first get here

Talk to the locals when you get here and try and meet up with fellow travelers to see where they have been and get tips from them.

This is a matter of personal preference but traveling alone (Ie; not with a friend or partner) gives you the most freedom and allows you to do what you want when you want.  This means you decide what you do everyday and won't need to compromise.  However, traveling with someone is also fun and does save you money, especially if you chip in together and buy a car or van.  The choice is yours but with over 300,000 backpackers traveling around Australia at anyone time, you'll be hard pushed to not meet a like minded person.

Have fun and keep checking this site for the latest information.  The best way to do this is to join our free club and receive regular emails of changes to the site and any things you should know about whilst traveling.