Caravanning around Australia: Finding your perfect family van

Whether it’s your first trip or your next big journey, caravanning as a family offers a lifetime of opportunity. Caravanning in Australia with kids allows you to explore stunning landscapes without being tied to pre-planned touring routes. 

Creating lasting memories with your children while exploring our beautiful country comes easily with the flexibility of moving on a whim, staying a little longer or travelling off the beaten track to enjoy rural landscapes and places that remain off the tourist routes. 

Finding your perfect family caravan can allow your family to enjoy years of travelling together, either by caravanning around Australia in a series of short trips or by doing the Big Lap and travelling our vast landscape in one extended holiday. 

Choosing the right family caravan for families with small children

Selecting the right caravan is crucial for an enjoyable and comfortable trip; having the foresight to choose your family caravan with bunks to meet your requirements will greatly impact how you and your family travel for years to come. 

Choose correctly, and many memories will be created from adventurous caravanning trips.

Creating lasting memories with your children while exploring our beautiful country comes easily with the flexibility of moving on a whim, staying a little longer or travelling off the beaten track to enjoy rural landscapes and places that remain off the tourist routes. 

Finding your perfect family caravan can allow your family to enjoy years of travelling together, either by caravanning around Australia in a series of short trips or by doing the Big Lap and travelling our vast landscape in one extended holiday. 

Choosing the right family caravan for families with small children

Selecting the right caravan is crucial for an enjoyable and comfortable trip; having the foresight to choose your family caravan with bunks to meet your requirements will greatly impact how you and your family travel for years to come. 

Choose correctly, and many memories will be created from adventurous caravanning trips.

When buying your first or second caravan to accommodate the kids, there are several factors we advise you to consider:

• The internal layout and bunk space

Bunk beds are a must for travelling with kids in a caravan. They are not only essential for keeping the whole family safely tucked away inside at night, but they also provide a quiet space for each child to relax on a rainy day or enjoy their own space while on holiday.

Choosing the right internal layout for your needs now and in the future allows you to maximise space within your family caravan. It safeguards you from upgrading or switching caravans as your family grows.

• Storage solutions 

Travelling with kids means you will have much more gear to take, so great storage is essential inside and out. Choose a family caravan model with plenty of storage for clothes, extra bedding and toys. 

Tidy storage areas and a place for everything make a much smoother trip where everything has its place safely tucked away!

External storage boots and toolboxes can help keep beach gear, camping equipment, and outdoor toys easily accessible while also keeping any mess away from your beautiful interior. 

• Ease of towing

Consider the weight and dimensions of your caravan and ensure your vehicle can handle the load safely. Towing safely and comfortably is one of the most important aspects of any caravan purchase, and we are here to assist you in making sure your choice of family caravan suits your individual needs. 

Travelling Australia with kids – choosing the right family caravan for your needs.

Travel destinations are essential in your journey to purchasing the right family caravan. Considering where you want to travel to and how you want to camp is vital in ensuring your family caravan will enable you to get there safely. 

Free camping and rural camping spots can mean taking your family off-road to reach a more secluded place to enjoy your stay.  Investing in a Great Escape Caravans Off-Grid Family Caravan may be the right choice to get you where you want to be. 

The Great Escape Caravans Off-Road Maxiumus Range is purposefully designed for maximum comfort and ample amenities when camping off-grid with the family.  It is one of our most popular models for families that appreciate off-roading and free camping across our beautiful country. 

Available in single and tandem axles, considering the length and capabilities of your chosen family caravan model is crucial to ensuring it will be safely towed to your selected camping spot every time. 

Family-friendly Australian tourist parks are well-equipped for single- or tandem-axle family caravan models, and you will find that most Australian caravan parks can safely and comfortably accommodate all Great Escape Caravan models. 

If you plan to travel only to easily accessible camping spots and caravan parks, a semi-off-road family caravan may be the right choice.

By making these choices early in your caravan purchase journey, you can quickly and confidently choose the right type of caravan to examine closely and rule out those that simply will not provide the kind of travel you seek. When you are looking for a budget-friendly, ticks-all-the-boxes family caravan, our Special Edition Series may be the right fit for you.  This series is designed to meet the needs of families looking to create a customised family caravan in a budget-conscious way. 

Available in single or tandem axles and with space to include up to four bunks, the Special Edition Series and Family Escape range of inclusions and spacious layouts are highly recommended by our team and some very happy customers. 

Tips for a smooth caravanning trip with kids

Caravanning with kids can be an adventure of its own kind, with all sorts of challenges thrown into the mix. Even when choosing the perfect caravan for your family, a little chaos is almost guaranteed when travelling with children.  

When you have chosen your family caravan and are getting ready to travel for the first time as a family in your caravan, we have some tips on conquering the chaos. Read our top caravan must-haves and download our checklist for a fuss-free camping trip (almost) every time.

Adventures await…