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Australia is one of those countries where you can't say you have experienced it unless you have at least been camping in the outback at least once. 

It is, however, a country where you need to be prepared. You do not wing a camping trip! So there are a few things you have to bring with you before even thinking of driving your 4x4 away!

1- Pick your tent

If you are not towing a caravan, then you need a tent. They come in all size and shape and can sit on top of your 4x4 or sit on on the floor. the choice is up to you. If you want to enjoy some breeze and look at the stars from the tent, pick on with a resistant mesh but above all, make sure it is easy to mount and waterproof.

2 - Pick your sleeping bag

What comes after you’ve sorted out where you’re going to sleep? What you’re going to sleep on. As much as we’d like to think we could sleep on the ground in a tent, something about laying on the hard exposed ground doesn’t bed well.

You’re sleeping bag willbe determined by where you plan to camp and the season.

Expect to pay around $200 for a decent sleeping bag. You may also want to consider a sleeping pad, which is an air-filled pad, for a softer nights rest.

3 - How are you going to see at night?

If you’re planning on camping somewhere isolated where there less light pollution then you’ll need to consider how you’re going to light up your campsite, other than a fire, and how it’s going to be powered.

As lovely as a campfire can be, they can often be banned in certain areas, and they also aren’t very helpful the moment you leave to go to the toilet. Consider lighting options such as LED torches, battery-operated lanterns, electric gas lamps, or dual fuel.

4 - Tools

You can use it for digging a hole, stirring the campfire, smacking tent pegs, and squashing unsuspecting spiders — the shovel is an essential item you NEED to pack.

5 - First aid kit

When you’re in the wilderness anything can happen so it’s always a good idea to have a fully stocked first aid kit. This can include items such as insect repellent, bandages, snake bite kit, and disinfectant.  Find out what safety gear you should have at all times.

6 - Bring a portable fridge

If you have to bring some food, chances are you'll need something to keep it cool. a big eskies or portable fridge will do the trick. 

7 - Cooking gear

Reliable cooking gear is a must if you plan on surviving out in the middle of nowhere. Unless you’re a well-trained survivalist who knows what mushrooms and berries to eat, not that you’d want to live off these for a few days.

We recommend bringing a 2 burner gas camp stove and some cooking utensils such as a pot or a pan, some cutlery, and basic tableware.

8 - Washing tubs and storage

Have you tried washing the dishes without a sink? Bring a decent sized storage container that can be used to carry essential items and then turned into a washtub.

9 - Rain gear