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Buying a 4WD
This article focuses on the major considerations when choosing a 4WD vehicle for the purpose of travelling and camping. [Feature Story]

Hiring a 4WD or Campervan
This article is intended to help the international visitor to Australia who is trying to work out the best way to choose a vehicle for a self-drive trip.

Trek Search
ExplorOz Trek Notes are detailed, factual reviews of destinations in Australia to which you can plan a self-drive camping trip.

Holiday Dates
You may want to plan your holiday to avoid school holidays or to coincide with the school break.

How to Plan a Trip
Getting ready for the road, be it a three week trip or a three year trip might seem something of a daunting task, whether you are a 4WDriver, tow a camper trailer or caravan or drive a luxurious motorhome.

Australia
Select a State to access a list of Regions or go direct to a Region to access detailed destination information consisting of Trek Notes, up-to-date road condition reports, fuel prices, downloadable digital iMap

Outback Phenomena
In this article, we talk about two natural wonders that you may encounter on your travels. Willy Willies, also known as dust devils can spring up from nowhere and are an amazing sight to witness.

What to Take
In this article, we discuss how to work out what you need to take on your trip. Includes a checklist of items for bush camping in remote areas and also a check list of personal items to suit any trip.

Permits
This page gives you access to all the relevant site pages regarding permits, access and restrictions and includes some important information a traveller should know before embarking through Australian lands and

Directory - Accommodation
This is an advertiser’s directory containing contact details and links for station stays, caravan parks, and other regional accommodation options Australia-wide.

Directory - Attractions
This is an advertiser’s directory containing contact details and links for theme parks, galleries, museums, and commercial tourist attractions Australia-wide.

Directory - Tours
This is an advertiser’s directory containing contact details and links for tour operators - including private charter by 4WD, Tag Alongs, Safaris and Bus Tours.

Directory - Vehicles
This is an advertiser’s directory containing contact details and links for vehicle manufacturers, vehicle dealerships, and car-finding services Australia-wide.

Making Your Itinerary
Before you embark upon the logistics of planning for your trip (vehicle setup, camping gear) it is essential that you have made some sort of an itinerary.