Camping is one of the best ways to slow down, get outside and spend time together. Whether you are pitching your first tent or planning a glamping weekend, this guide brings together our camping tips: how to plan the trip, what to pack, how to stay safe, and some of the best places in the world to camp.
Plan your camping trip
- Plan every step of your camping trip
- Things you shouldn’t do when you go camping
- Important ways to stay safe while camping: pack only what you need, take precautions and learn your equipment
What to pack
- Essentials to bring camping in the mountains: pots and pans, a water filter, cooler and cooking utensils
Glamping, campervans and outdoor activities
- Fun activities for a glamping vacation
- How to prepare for campervan travel in Australia
- How to photograph wildlife safely while camping: keep your distance, skip the flash and protect your gear
- How to conquer your fear of heights while hiking: exposure, breathing exercises and trusting your equipment
Where to go camping
- Places to go camping before you die: Arches National Park, Miyajima, Sahale Glacier Camp and Joshua Tree
- Reasons to camp in Australia: fresh air, new skills and affordable trips
- Fly camping destinations in Africa
Frequently asked questions
What should a beginner bring camping?
The basics are a tent, sleeping bag and pad, a headlamp, a stove with fuel and cookware, water and a way to purify it, a first aid kit, layers for cold nights and rain gear.
Prefer a beach holiday? See our summer vacation ideas.