Caravan Essentials: The Ultimate Caravan Packing List

27th Oct 2021

Getting ready for an upcoming road trip can be overwhelming, especially when it comes to planning and packing ahead. To get you started, we’ve pulled together our ultimate caravan packing list.

Whether you are a first-time caravanner or are an experienced traveller, these packing checklists will ensure you have the best trip possible … enjoy!

Caravan essentials for off-road adventures

Making sure you’ve packed everything you need is crucial when going off grid. There’s no worse feeling than forgetting something when the nearest town could be hours away!

Here are a few of our caravan essentials we pack before heading on an off-road adventure:

We suggest you include items such as:

Additional portable solar panels
Generator
A Webber or portable BBQ
Doorstep – when clearance is too high
Solar awning lights
A good, durable camping table
Camping chairs
Portable fridge
Spare wheel bag/large bag for rubbish
Clothesline
Portable speakers
Tarp
Camping torch
First Aid Kit
Handheld GPS system
Spare batteries (for torches etc)
Pre-charged mobile phone power packs
Additional tanks of water
Jerry cans

Caravan essentials to maintain your RV

It’s best to make sure you’ve got all the basics when heading out on your next adventure. This caravan packing list covers all the general caravan set-up and maintenance you’ll need on any camping trip:

Wheel chocks
Pads for under drop jacks
Tool kit with hammer cable ties, tape, screwdrivers, WD40 & shifting spanner
Power leads & extension cords
Straps for awning
Spare tyres for van & vehicle
Tyre pressure kit and portable 12-volt inflation unit
Coupling lock
Remember to always check your gas water and battery levels, and bring extra gas and water for longer trips

Summer caravan essentials

Whether you’re heading to your favourite beach or down the river, there’s nothing more iconic than a summer camping trip! To ensure you make the most out of the warmer months on the road, we recommend adding the below to your caravan packing list.

River chairs
Gazebo
Double insulated cups
Portable ice machine
Misting system for awning
Water floaties
Hammock
Beach ball
Shade wall
Esky
Stubby holders
Mossie coils & insect repellent
Battery lanterns
Clothesline with clips to dry out those beach towels

Winter caravan essentials

During the winter months, temperatures can drop below 0 degrees. Depending on the region you choose to explore, you will need to make sure you are prepared for the harsh weather conditions. To keep you cosy in winter, we recommend adding these to your caravan packing list:

Firepit, fire lighters & axe for chopping wood
Puffer jacket, vest, beanie, gloves & warm boots
Thermals
Potbelly stove
Raincoat & rainwear
Spare tarps for emergency weather protection
Extra rugs & blankets
Hot water bottle & heat packs
Hot chocolate & marshmallows (not an essential…but you’ll thank us later)

Family caravan essentials

Caravanning is great for family holidays, but sometimes it can be a little difficult to get everyone in the crew ready for a big adventure – especially when travelling with little ones. Not to worry – we’re here to help, we’ve put together a family caravan packing list to help make that family trips easy.