Trip Planning Articles

Access, Restrictions & Permits

ExplorOz Team — Fri, 02 Jul 2021 05:51:00 GMT

An overview to explain the various restrictions and permit requirements in place in Australia. Contains links (related pages) to separate pages per state for all permit details with links to applicable authorities.

Australia's Top Places to See

Wed, 13 Mar 2024 10:41:00 GMT

This is the Ultimate ExplorOz Bucket List, as nominated by the ExplorOz audience. Check out their top picks for Places to See in Australia below.

Embed Track Logs on Your Site

Fri, 14 Jun 2024 09:53:00 GMT

To embed track logs from ExplorOz, you need to have access to a website where you can insert the provided embed code. This typically involves having webmaster privileges or control over the website's content management system. The embedding process requires you to add specific HTML code to your web page, which will then render the interactive track logs for your site visitors to view and interact with online.

Great Australian Walks

Mon, 08 Apr 2013 22:58:00 GMT

This article features a selection of Australia’s most iconic multi-day walks. Self-guided walking and camping with a backpack is a satisfying and inexpensive way to experience some of Australia’s most pristine environments.

How to Plan a Trip

Michelle Martin — Fri, 24 Mar 2023 10:00:00 GMT

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.In this article we assume that you have already chosen the itinerary and now need to go about setting up your vehicle and planning the logistics of the trip.

Making Your Itinerary

Fri, 19 Jan 2018 02:28:00 GMT

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. Making an itinerary helps you and your passengers work out what is achievable and realistic, and therefore safe - essential ingredients for a happy holiday.

Permits for Australian Capital Territory

ExplorOz and John Greig (TLCC) — Fri, 26 Jun 2015 11:15:00 GMT

The following information is provided to assist you in gaining the right permits to lawfully travel through or access specified regional and outback areas. It is very important to gain the right permit and follow the conditions imposed on it because they are in place to help protect the Aboriginal lands, National Parks, deserts and beaches as well as private and pastoral areas.This article by John Greig discusses most of the popular areas that four wheel drive tourists tend to visit within the ACT.

Permits for New South Wales

ExplorOz and John Greig (TLCC) — Mon, 08 Apr 2013 07:37:00 GMT

Permits for Northern Territory

ExplorOz — Wed, 18 Oct 2023 08:40:00 GMT

This article highlights areas of interest to 4WDrivers and campers within the NT where a permit or pass (with or without fee) is required for access and/or camping. These areas include National Parks & Reserves, and Aboriginal Lands. Links to websites and contact details are included.

Permits for Queensland

ExplorOz — Fri, 10 Jun 2016 10:39:00 GMT

This article highlights areas of interest to 4WDrivers and campers within QLD where a permit or pass (with or without fee) is required for access and/or camping. These areas include National Parks & Reserves, and Aboriginal Lands. Links to websites and contact details are included.

Permits for South Australia

ExplorOz Team — Fri, 22 Jul 2016 08:58:00 GMT

The following information is provided to assist you in gaining the right permits to lawfully travel through or access specified regional and outback areas in SA.

Permits for Tasmania

ExplorOz and John Greig (TLCC) — Mon, 08 Apr 2013 07:37:00 GMT

Permits for Victoria

ExplorOz and John Greig (TLCC) — Mon, 08 Apr 2013 07:37:00 GMT

Permits for Western Australia

ExplorOz — Fri, 06 May 2016 05:29:00 GMT

This article highlights areas of interest to 4WDrivers and campers within the state of WA where a permit or pass (with or without fee) is required for access and/or camping. These areas include National Parks & Reserves, and Aboriginal Lands. Links to websites and contact details are included.

Routes

Tue, 27 Jan 2026 02:25:00 GMT

Routes is a free facility for finding self-drive trip plans all over Australia. All of Australia's iconic tracks and destinations for caravans as well as major remote desert tracks that are strictly for 4WDs are included. Plus you'll find some interesting multi-use trails for bikes, horses, walkers and kayakers. Every Route is a detailed planning guide with all the information you need to plan your adventure.

Tag Along Tours

ExplorOz — Sun, 10 May 2015 22:00:00 GMT

If you have ever wondered what happens on a Tag Along Tour, then this article has all the answers. There are tons of options, and surprisingly, they are not all geared towards the first time 4WD traveller.Read on and find out more about the modern day Tag Along Tour.

Track Logs

Fri, 12 Dec 2025 07:20:00 GMT

This page provides Track Logs created/recorded by other ExplorOz users. Downloading is only available to users with the ExplorOz Traveller app. To get started - locate a file, select "Add to Shared" and that file will be added to your Track Log download list. To install the file to your device you will go into the Data Manager section of the Traveller app where it will download as a "Shared Track Log". When syncing is complete, search Track Logs - Shared.

Types of Tours

Tue, 27 Apr 2010 20:37:00 GMT

This article lists the different sorts of 4WD Tours on offer by commercial operators in Australia and defines the differences between each. This article will help you understand what to expect from a Guided Tour, Safari Tour, Tag Along Tour, Escorted Tour and so on.

What to Take

Michelle Martin — Mon, 19 Mar 2018 12:10:00 GMT

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.

Working Holiday Around Australia - with Kids

Michelle Martin - ExplorOz — Fri, 15 Sep 2017 10:38:00 GMT

When Ian Hookway started planning what would became a 3 year working holiday around Australia with his family, he discovered there aren't any "how to" guides. Thanks to his experiences, we have compiled practical advice and tips covering the main issues you'll be faced with if you're contemplating this rather unconventional family adventure.