Australia was practically made for campervanning. Abound with vast plains, expansive deserts, long roads, and warm weather, there\u2019s no bad time of year to do it. Not to mention, there\u2019s so much to see that you could quite feasibly spend an entire year on the road enjoying the nation through the eyes of a local.<\/p>\n
But even if you don\u2019t have months to travel, the wonderful thing about driving through this breathtaking landscape is you have the power to create the exact kind of holiday you\u2019re after. Whether you\u2019re up for a romantic getaway, a relaxed beach holiday, or a full-blown adventure, Australia has something for you.<\/p>\n
Whether you\u2019re into beaches or rainforests, deserts or cities, rugged coastlines or regional towns (or if you want to jam it all in one giant adventure), you\u2019ll find it in the land down under.<\/p>\n
For beach-lovers, the 2,500 miles of sparkling ocean along the East Coast of Australia is where you want to be. For travelers with a little more time, fly in to Adelaide, rent a van, and zip along the spectacular Great Ocean Road towards Melbourne, stopping at the 12 Apostles, volcanic plains, wineries, and secluded beaches and bays.<\/p>\n
Once you hit Melbourne, your trip up the coast really begins.<\/p>\n
Beach-lovers will find no shortage of coastal destinations sprawled all the way up to Cooktown near the northern-most point of the country. Stop along northern Victoria and the south coast of New South Wales (NSW) at Mystery Bay, Bells Beach, and Discovery Bay Coastal Park, then head up towards Kiama, Arlie Beach and Byron Bay to enjoy the laid-back beach lifestyle of northern NSW and Queensland.<\/p>\n
City-dwellers can venture up towards Sydney, the Gold Coast, Surfer\u2019s Paradise and Cairns, stopping along the way in towns and villages offering bespoke food, wine and crafts at Kangaroo Valley, The Hunter Valley, Berrima, Coffs Harbour, and Nambucca Heads.<\/p>\n
Once you\u2019re in Queensland, you can head straight north to see the ancient Daintree Rainforest, or head into the heart of the country to see the famous red center before heading onward to Kakadu National Park and Darwin, or you can take the epic journey through Australia\u2019s heartland to Perth in Western Australia.<\/p>\n
It\u2019s no secret that Australia is a warm country, but it may shock some to know it can get quite cold \u2013 especially in the southern states \u2013 so timing is everything.<\/p>\n
There\u2019s nothing worse than being cold in a campervan, so if you\u2019re heading to the great southern land in winter (June to August), start your journey up north in the tropics.<\/p>\n
The temperature in Darwin tends to range from 75 to 91 degrees Fahrenheit year-round, but the winter months in the Top End are the dry season and much more conducive to sight seeing.<\/p>\n
If you\u2019re heading to Victoria, South Australia, or southern NSW, try to plan your trip during the shoulder season between March and May, or September and November to avoid the crowds and enjoy moderate temperatures between 70 and 90 degrees.<\/p>\n
On the other hand, if you don\u2019t mind temperatures of 105 degrees, Australia really comes alive right in the middle of summer, from December to February.<\/p>\n
While international tourists swarm to major destinations in the capital cities, local kids are on school holidays and Australian sightseers join the crowds, adding to the atmosphere. Coastlines are a hive of activity, community and family as everyone sits back and relaxes in the afternoon heat.<\/p>\n
Campervanning around Australia is something both locals and tourists do, so there\u2019s no shortage of places to park your motorhome.<\/p>\n
While local councils have largely blocked campervanners from parking along the main strips of popular beaches, you can almost definitely find secret spots to park in more secluded beaches.<\/p>\n
But if you\u2019re after a place to park in popular destinations, there\u2019s a broad range of fully-equipped holiday parks all over the country. Some are right within national parks, some have stocked kitchens, power outlets, swimming pools, game rooms, and activities for kids, and others offer more DIY options with a beautiful spot to park and a tap with drinking water.<\/p>\n
Whether you want to campervan on a shoestring budget or in luxury, Australia has you covered. Contact your travel agent today and start planning your Australian adventure.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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