Have you already decided on an exciting and potentially life-changing journey to the great down under?
Packing sensibly is key when traveling to Australia because of the weather extremes and the other climate-specific needs that arise for someone who is not used to that environment.
Furthermore, it is helpful to have a checklist to make sure you are fully equipped to make the most of your Australian vacation.
Don’t Forget The Hat
Australia is very sunny and a hat can be perfect if you are walking around sightseeing or going on a trek. One large protective hat will suffice and you can use the old packing hack of packing socks or other belongings in the hat once you put it in your luggage. It helps save space! Not to mention a hat can protect you from sun spots and sun damage if you forget to apply sunscreen on your face.
Always pack sunscreen and if you’re a woman you can also pack a powder sunscreen to dust and reapply on top of your makeup. Sunglasses also traditionally accompany a large hat and they help you look great in all your photographs.
Swimwear
If you are planning to have a great day on the beach or by the swimming pool, you need to pack adequate swimwear, thongs, and overalls. Pack at least 3 of everything as they don’t take up a ton of space and you will be needing a change depending on how warm the weather is at that time of the year.
Casual Wear
Most of Australia is the outback and it has a lot to offer in terms of nature so pack some good casual wear like jeans, cargo pants, shorts, light t-shirts, and other airy clothing. You need to be comfortable when you are trekking in the wild!
Having some summer outfits like a dress or two or even a skirt for dinner is great for the pictures you’ll be taking of your trip. Rental services like dress hire Perth can help you with more glamorous, formal attire so you don’t need to spend so much before your vacation.
Excellent Walking Shoes
While stylish sandals or heels look great they aren’t useful in the outback especially if you plan to make the most of what nature has to offer in Australia. Invest in some great walking shoes so you can be comfortable and won’t have to suffer from sore feet or cuts and scrapes. For hiking and trekking, you may need special shoes so keep your itinerary in mind while packing.
A Waterproof & Windproof Overall
If you are traveling all over Australia, having a waterproof and windproof jacket can come in really handy as rain is common in both summer and winter and can often show up unannounced. Also, pack a beanie and scarf as well as plenty of warm socks if you are going in winter and are going to be outside a lot in extremes of temperature.
A Reusable Water Bottle
Keeping hydrated is essential regardless of the season and especially if you will be exerting yourself through long days of sightseeing. Protect the environment and opt for a reusable bottle (they come in many stylish designs and patterns) so you are not continuously purchasing plastic disposable water bottles.
A reusable bottle saves you money but it is also environmentally friendly and prevents unnecessary plastic waste.
Camping Equipment
For enthusiasts of camping and trekking, adequate equipment is a must. You can go the solar power route by buying gadgets such as torches and chargers that charge by themselves in the sun so you can have a seamless outdoor experience.
If you want to catch the kangaroos and other wild animals in their natural habitat, gadgets like a monocular are brilliant because it offers more benefits than a pair of binoculars as it is a compact refracting telescope that can make sights far away appear clearer and crisper to the viewer.
Consider other convenient items like a waterproof phone case, an underwater camera, or a general traveling vlogging camera like the GoPro if you like to share your travels with the world.
Neck Wallet
Pickpockets are a concern for tourists in many parts of the world including in busy cities like Sydney. Invest in a stylish neck wallet where everything from plane tickets to money and credit cards can be kept safe and out of reach of passersby.
Since neck wallets are hard to spot it is difficult for pickpockets to get to them. If you are getting off a plane tired, a neck wallet can prevent someone from taking advantage of your disorientation to steal from you.
