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Camping Checklist

Packing for a road trip can sometimes be overwhelming. Ensuring you pack efficiently and have all of your key essentials, will help set the tone for a successful adventure. We’ve created this simple camping checklist to help you prepare and plan your next holiday.

This checklist enables the hirer to pack quickly, and easily sort list the items which need to be purchased or taken from home. 

To have a high-quality enjoyable holiday, the requirements and items required are different from family to family. Zu Motorhomes includes lots of essentials in our motorhomes to make the packing process easier for hirers. 

Following our simple Family Camping Checklist will save you the hassle of remembering halfway to your holiday that you’ve forgotten something essential.

Camping necessities checklist

Having the necessary supplies and equipment can make a difference in your overall enjoyment and experience. Your camping list will vary according to the type of camping and activities you have planned, the places you are going, the time of year and the length of your trip. Most of these are essential for a comfortable camping trip.

  • Camp Chairs/ Table
  • BBQ/Weber
  • BBQ Tools
  • Torches/Flashlight
  • Tent/Awning Pegs
  • Ground Mat
  • First Aid Kit
  • Fishing gear
  • Wet Weather Gear
  • Cable Ties
  • Shovel
  • Camera/Drone
  • Toilet chemicals

 

Cooking & cleaning checklist

A good kitchen setup is key to camping joy. Nobody can cook the family a delicious meal without kitchenware and cookware. We recommend adopting a leave-no-trace attitude to camping and keep the motorhome tidy and clean.

  • Plates/Bowls
  • Cups/Mugs
  • Billy Can
  • Cutting Board
  • Mixing Bowls
  • Egg Rings
  • Detergent
  • Matches
  • Paper Towel
  • Detergent
  • Aluminium Foil
  • Garbage Bags
  • Frypan
  • BBQ Plate
  • Saucepan
  • Toaster
  • Tea Towels
  • Flyspray

 

Luxury camping checklist

You probably won’t need any of these but a mobile broadband can allow you to surf the internet/videos on a raining day in the motorhome. Essential oils can lift your mood and make you feel good with just a whiff of their fragrance.

  • 5G mobile broadband with enough data 
  • Essential oil and diffuser

Family camping checklist

Most of these items are essential for a comfortable camping trip. Make sure everyone’s needs in the family will be taken care of.

  • Phone chargers
  • Soap/Hand Sanitiser
  • Shampoo/Conditioner
  • Face Washer/Towels
  • Cotton Wool
  • Toilet Paper
  • Tissues
  • Toothbrush/Toothpaste
  • Antiseptic Cream
  • Burn Cream
  • Stingose
  • Headache Tablets
  • GastroStop
  • Band Aids
  • Sunscreen
  • Aeroguard
  • Tweezers
  • Electrolyte
  • Baby Wipes
  • Medicines 
  • Sheets and blankets
  • Pillows

Camping grocery checklist

There are different dietary requirements and every family’s own favourite dishes. Some of these are essential, some not. Make sure you take what you need which are not in this list. 

  • Salt/Pepper
  • Cooking Oil
  • Long Life Milk
  • Bottled Water
  • Tea/Coffee
  • Sugar
  • Cordial/Juice
  • Flour
  • Bread/Wraps
  • Butter
  • Eggs
  • Bacon
  • Sausages
  • Onion
  • Potatoes
  • Steak
  • Biscuits
  • Cereal
  • Honey/Vegemite/Jam
  • Cheese
  • Deli Meat/Tuna
  • Pasta
  • Tomato/BBQ Sauce
  • Marshmallows
  • Zip Lock Bags
  • Alcohol

 

Ready to set off on your next road trip?

Now you’re packed and ready to roll, it’s time to enjoy your new adventure with your loved ones! Don’t forget most of these essentials are already stocked in all our caravans to make your packing experience a breeze!

Explore motorhomes for hire! Why not check out our luxury motorhomes we offer for hire to start your next holiday. We’ll be here to support you every step of the way, making hiring with us a breeze.