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How many days you should allow to explore Australia
If you just want a taste of the country, 10 days is a good starting point. We recommend spending over a couple of weeks exploring a region you may particularly love.
- A 10-day taste of Australia. Perfect for first-time visitors or those short on time. Choose one region (like Queensland’s coast or the Great Ocean Road) and dive in deep.
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2 weeks to unwind and explore. Gives you enough time to explore a state or two. Like Brisbane to Melbourne.
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1 month: a mini road trip dream. Enough time to loop through a couple of states, like a Perth to Broome stretch or exploring Tasmania in full. Ideal for those who want freedom without rushing.
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3 months: a proper seasonal escape. If you’ve got a few months off or are chasing the sun, this is the perfect amount of time to drive across half the country or do a state-by-state adventure (e.g. east coast one month, NT one month, south coast one month).
How long does it take to travel around Australia?
Driving around the entire country of Australia is often called ‘The Big Lap’, and this is a bucket list drive for many. This lap is roughly around 15,000km, circumnavigating the mainland of Australia. Thinking about doing the Big Lap, but not sure what pace suits you? Here’s how long it would take to go all the way around Australia depending on your mode of transport:
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Driving (campervan or car): Most people allow around 3–4 months for a solid lap, but if you want to really soak it all in and not rush, 6–12 months gives you time for side trips, beach days, and unplanned detours.
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Walking: It has been done! Terra Roam became the first woman to complete a solo, unsupported walk around the country.
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Cycling: Ultra-endurance cyclist Lachlan Morton completed the lap in just over 30 days, riding long hours daily. For most people, though, cycling the Big Lap takes around 6–9 months, especially with some sightseeing thrown in.
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Motorbike: Most motorcyclists planning a proper road trip allow 4–8 weeks to enjoy the ride.
The Best Way to Complete the Big Lap
It’s fair to say Australia is a big country. In fact, it’s 7.692 million km², to be exact. To put that into perspective, the entire United States of America is 9.834 million km², while the UK is only 243,610 km². It’s only natural that there is plenty to see and do in Australia. Check out our blog for travel inspiration.
Travelling Australia by campervan is not only the easiest way to see and do more on your Australian adventure, but it also gives an incomparable sense of freedom and flexibility. Travel where you want and when you want. No need to book accommodation months in advance. Enjoy a town? Why not stay a little longer. Arrive, and it’s not quite what you had in mind? No worries - just carry on driving! Van travel is the ultimate freedom.
The best travel route to travel Australia
Australia is as diverse as it is large, and so the best travel route will vary depending on the parts of Australia you are hoping to visit and the climate you want to experience. If you are seeking a tropical paradise, then a Queensland coastal trip may be on the cards. Alternatively, if you are seeking an outback adventure, then a Northern Territory and Western Australia road trip may be top contenders.
The Australian weather and climate vary dramatically depending on the part of the country you are visiting. Be sure to do your research on the climate you want to experience ahead of time. Some of the top itinerary options for a campervan road trip, include:
Do you need a 4WD to travel around Australia?
Many popular routes throughout Australia can be done with a 2WD vehicle like a campervan. However, there are some road safety regulations to be aware of when renting a travel van with Britz. Some unsealed roads aren’t accessible in a 2WD and require a 4WD to access, especially in the outback. If you are craving the ultimate outback experience, then you may want to consider renting a 4WD for your Australian road trip.
At Britz, we have three main 4WD camper options to choose from.
The Britz 2 Berth Maverick 4WD
The Britz Maverick is a fully self-contained 4WD camper with a comfy permanent double bed and pop-top roof for extra headroom. It comes with an external kitchen unit (fridge, sink and cooker), awning, internal dining area and 240 V mains hook-up for year-round adventures.
The Britz 5 Berth Safari 4WD
The Britz 5-berth Safari is your ticket to a true bush getaway, sleeping five with a rooftop-tent double and three single beds in the annex. Its slide-out kitchen, complete with cooker and fridge, plus awning, camp table and chairs, make outdoor dining easy, while diesel-powered 4WD and automatic transmission ensure you can roam off-grid in comfort.
The Britz Warrior 4WD
The Britz Warrior 4WD is an all-terrain camper that sleeps four in dual rooftop tents, equipped with LED strip lighting, USB ports and storage pockets for your gear. It packs a diesel engine with auto transmission, snorkel and bullbar, plus a 40 L fresh-water tank, slide-out kitchen, 270° awning and camp chairs. Everything you need for self-contained off-grid adventures.
Top tip: The thl Roadtrip app is the ultimate companion for your Australian road trip. Use this to help find local campsites, holiday parks and top Australian attractions. Featuring offline maps, you will also be able to use this app in outback areas to avoid any unsafe or unsealed roads if you’re travelling in a 2WD vehicle.
How much money you need to travel around Australia
Choosing a campervan to explore the country is a great way to save money on your travel. But the amount of money you will need for your trip will ultimately depend on how you travel, how you choose to fill your days, and what kinds of accommodation you choose.
There are a huge number of free/donation-based campsites around the country. These can be anything from roadside stops to designated campgrounds and national parks. Travelling in a campervan, you will need to plug into a powered site at a caravan park every few nights to charge up the battery. But these can also be quite inexpensive compared to hotels, ranging between $25-$70 per night. To get the most out of your holiday, try using a budget planner to map out your expenses. That way, you can ensure you have money for your rental, food, accommodation, as well as activities. For more tips on budget-friendly travel, check out our guide to enjoying Australia on a budget.
How to easily travel around Australia with Britz
If you’re choosing to travel around Australia via campervan, Britz makes the process simple. With 10 branches throughout Australia, competitive pricing and no cancellation fees, the question isn’t ‘if’ but ‘when’. At Britz, we have a range of campervan options for travellers looking to explore this beautiful country. Some of our top campervan options for a big Australian road trip include:
Britz 2 Berth HiTop
The Britz HiTop is a compact LDV camper that turns its rear dinette into a cosy double bed for two. It includes 240V mains hookup, a handy kitchen with a gas cooker, microwave and fridge, plus fresh- and waste-water tanks. Inside you’ll also find powerpoints and USB ports.
Britz 2 + 2 Berth Voyager
The Britz Voyager sleeps two adults and two children across a fixed rear double and a second bed that’s either a bunk or a pop-top roof tent, on a Mercedes or LDV base. Its compact kitchen with gas cooker, sink, microwave and fridge make meal prep a breeze. Powered by a diesel engine with automatic transmission and equipped with 240V mains hookup, and USB ports.
Britz 2 Berth Trailblazer
The Britz Trailblazer is the only fully self-contained camper in the range with its own toilet and shower, yet it remains compact and easy to drive. Inside you’ll find a rear dinette that converts into a comfortable double bed, plus a kitchen with gas cooker, microwave and 80 L fridge/freezer. There are USB ports, 240V mains hookup and ample water tanks to stay cool, connected and self-sufficient.
For more information, including all the specs, features and more, check out our full fleet of campervans online.
Ready to book your trip around Australia?
Australia is an incredible destination perfect for road tripping. Whether you choose to explore the turquoise waters and sandy beaches of the coast, or the red dirt highways of the outback, it is bound to be an adventure to remember.
Ready to book your trip around Australia? Book your Britz campervan online today. Then, when the time comes, all you have to do is pick it up from any Britz branch before starting your journey.