Australia: the Outback and the Great Ocean Road
April to October; winter is the safe travel season
Short answer
Off-road caravans in Australia are built around a 12-pin plug, a dual-battery system and gravel-rated tyres. This is where expedition rigs come from.
| Item | Information |
|---|---|
| Best season | April to October; winter is the safe travel season |
| Vehicle access | Self-sufficient 4x4s and off-road caravans; road trains are common |
| Travel style | Off-grid · Long distance · Wild |
Highlights
- The Great Ocean Road, and the Simpson and Strzelecki deserts
- Outback towns 300 to 1,000 km apart
- National parks with bookable powered sites
What to watch out forDistances are enormous. Fuel and water must be planned between towns, and summer heat destroys batteries and tyres.