Our Travels to Tasmania
2015
It took quite a while to plan and organise.We decided to make it a camping holiday and try not to use caravan parks all the time. That meant setting ourselves up with the right vehicle and camper and camping equipment.
We decided on a Holden Colorado dual cab with a tray back and a Trayon Camper. This meant we didn't have to tow anything (The Trayon just slid on the tray back) so we weren't restricted to where we could go. We know this vehicle and equipment will get plenty of use as we have several other camping trips planned for over the next 5 years. The vehicle doubles as the family car at home and the tray is useful for picking up and carrying garden soil or anything else that needs space and to be transported. It is a handy all rounder and being able to be used for multi-purpose was essential for us. We just didn't want a mobile home sitting in the garage/driveway for most of the year not being used.
While we agreed that the Trayon camper is not for everyone it certainly met all our needs and was extremely comfortable- we love the convenience and easy set-up.
It includes an outdoor shower on the side of the camper and shower tent that folds flat.
We set ourselves up to be as self-sufficient as possible.
List of equipment
- Battery
- Solar Panel
- Gas Bottle
- Diesel Heater
- 1000 watt Inverter
- Portable toilet
- Dish and TV
- Fridge
- Coffee Maker (little comforts)
- Blender (Smoothies for breakfast)
- Gas Stove
- Fry Pan
- Saucepan
- Cooking utensils, plates, cups etc.
- Waterproof and warm clothes
- Comfortable bedding
- Walking Poles/Boots and Back-pack
