Australia might have a bit of a reputation for being a place to visit where you stay in a hotel, but if you want an authentic Australian experience, the best thing that you can do is to go backpacking there. This is thankfully an almost trivial task thanks to companies like Real Gap which offer great backpacking opportunities across Australia and he wider Australasian territories. Now, once you’ve decided that Australia is the perfect place to backpacking, the real question becomes: how do you prepare for a backpacking trip around Australia? It’s a big place full of weird and wonderful things, so we’ve started your preparation of with this short guide.
Prepare for a backpacking trip to Australia
Medical Supplies
Australia isn’t the only place in the world where some of the local wildlife like to cause you irritation if you get too close to them. With mosquitos in the air, you would be silly not to pack any insect repellant or bug spray to help keep these pests at bay. However, in the eventuality that you do get bitten, you’ll need a powerful antihistamine to keep the swelling and itchiness at a low level. Finally, you know that Australians love a good party, so be sure to pack painkillers so you can minimize hangovers when they inevitably strike.
Entertainment
It’s difficult to comprehend the true scope of Australia. Just getting there is an effort in and of itself. The same goes for getting from town to town and city to city, so it’s essential that if you’re planning a trip there you take an appropriate amount of entertainment. A smartphone is essential packing, not only so that you can ring people and keep in contact with loved ones back home, but because you can download games, podcasts, audiobooks and films straight to the device. Another good, easy-to-pack item would be an e-reader, as these can store thousands of books without taking up much room in your backpack.
Weather Protection
For Brits, the temperatures in Australia are likely to be one of the most challenging aspects of traveling there. However it’s important to remember that so as long as you follow the correct safety protocols, there’s no inherent danger to being out in sunny Australia. Just ensure you pack sunglasses, hats, sunscreen, and drink plenty of water to keep hydrated.
Ultimately, Australia is a truly spectacular place to visit, and so long as you ensure you pack all of the above items, you’re bound to have an amazing time.