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<\/p>\nPerth is a wonderful starting point for an epic road trip through Western Australia. Whether you\u2019re planning to hug the Indian Ocean coastline, head inland to the red outback, or simply explore the Margaret River region, beginning your journey from Perth gives you the freedom to travel on your own terms.<\/p>\n
But before you hit the open road, a bit of preparation goes a long way. Here\u2019s the ultimate checklist to make sure your campervan is safe, smooth and stress-free for the ultimate road trip across Perth, Australia.<\/p>\n
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While all campervans are thoroughly checked and tested by the hire depot before handing you the keys, a second pair of eyes won\u2019t hurt. Take the time to go through the vehicle and make a note of important details. If anything concerns you, ask a professional at the depot before driving off.<\/p>\n
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It\u2019s much easier to flag issues before leaving the hire depot. This also ensures that the depot knows it wasn\u2019t your fault, as the issue arose before you drove the camper. If you\u2019re unsure of what to look for when checking your vehicle, ask someone at the depot.<\/p>\n
At Travellers Autobarn, our friendly team of experts will be more than happy to give you a thorough tour of everything included with your campervan to make sure you\u2019re driving away safely, happy, and confidently.<\/p>\n
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Supplies are essential for any road trip, especially when you\u2019re travelling between Western Australian towns and cities. Make sure you pack more than just the basics, including drinking water, a few days\u2019 worth of food, gas canisters and a first aid kit. Perth has several major supermarkets, so stock up before setting off.<\/p>\n
Start with the basics:<\/p>\n
Now that you have the basic necessities ready to go, don\u2019t forget to pack the things that are going to make the journey perfect for you. Here are some little things that\u2019ll make all the difference during your trip:<\/p>\n
By making sure you\u2019re completely stocked up during your road trip, you\u2019ll save yourself some money and time on unnecessary detours. You\u2019ll also make your journey that much more comfortable by bringing some home comforts along for the ride.<\/p>\n
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Perth is the starting point for many WA road trips, including:<\/p>\n
Choose which way you want to start driving and plan ahead to keep the trip stress-free. Make sure you know where you\u2019re stopping for fuel, rests, and overnight spots beforehand. With that in mind, part of the joy of campervanning is the freedom to change your plans when spotting hidden gems along the way, so give yourself a little flexibility.<\/p>\n
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Many van-lifers make the mistake of not brushing up on their driving knowledge before hitting the open road. However, even if you\u2019re an experienced driver, it\u2019s important to make sure you\u2019re in the know to avoid unknowingly breaking the law or making the trip dangerous for other drivers.<\/p>\n
The local WA road rules include:<\/p>\n
Never underestimate the distance of your drive in WA. Even \u2018short drives\u2019 can take plenty of time along more rural roads, so make sure you\u2019re in the right headspace before beginning each drive.<\/p>\n
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Once you get out of Perth, signal can become patchy. We recommend downloading offline apps like Google Maps to make sure you can continue on your route even when going in and out of service. WikiCamps is a great app for finding campsites and dump points near you, along with Fuel Map Australia for petrol stations and services.<\/p>\n
For more remote adventures, consider hiring a satellite phone or carrying a personal locator beacon (PLB). These can be lifesavers in an emergency. And don\u2019t underestimate paper maps! They\u2019re still one of the most reliable backups when technology fails, so we highly recommend keeping one in your campervan just in case.<\/p>\n
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When planning to go campervanning, you\u2019re often told to \u2018pack light\u2019. While this is true to an extent, you also need to make sure you bring everything to keep yourself comfortable. Smart packing makes all the difference in your road trip, so consider bringing:<\/p>\n
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Perth has plenty of caravan parks if you want to do a test night before setting off on your adventure, but further afield, availability may become limited. This is especially true in peak season, so we highly recommend securing your campsite spots early to avoid disappointment.<\/p>\n
Of course, if you\u2019re planning on curbside camping, this won\u2019t apply to you – but we recommend researching where you\u2019re allowed to park overnight on your trail beforehand.<\/p>\n
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Now that you have an idea of what you need to do before setting off on your once-in-a-lifetime adventure, it\u2019s time to start planning the logistics!<\/p>\n
Hiring a campervan from Perth with Travellers Autobarn<\/a> has your accommodation needs covered, so you can focus more on packing, planning your route, and looking forward to arriving in Perth.<\/p>\n We hope this article has inspired you to go on a road trip in Perth! If you have questions or tips to share with our readers, please leave them in the comments below.<\/b><\/i><\/p>\n Want to write for We Are Travel Girls? Visit our<\/i><\/b> Contribute Page<\/i><\/b><\/a> to submit your article.<\/i><\/b><\/p>\n![\"road](\"https:\/\/wearetravelgirls.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/CAMPERVAN-ROAD-TRIP-IN-PERTH-AUSTRALIA-9-min-scaled.jpg\")
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