Ultimate Tasmania Road Trip Packing List

Get your road trip off to the perfect start with our handy Tasmania road trip packing list. There’s also a FREE pdf version for you to download and laminate!

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Your Tasmania Road Trip Packing List

While a ‘spur of the moment’ road trip can be an unforgettable adventure, the reality is that most great road trips are a result of excellent planning.

But what if you’ve never done a road trip? Or maybe you’re wondering what to pack for Tasmania’s cool climate?

We know how confusing it can be, and to help you out we’ve created this handy Tasmanian road trip packing list.

It lists all the most important things you need to take on your road trip, making your road trip planning a breeze!

>> Click Here to Download a PDF Version of the Packing List <<

Of course, everyone likes to travel differently. So don’t worry if you want to bring something that isn’t on the list, or if you leave something at home because you know you’ll never use it.

A bottle of bubbles? Fishing gear? Or maybe a couple of dozen Krispy Kremes?

It’s YOUR road trip and this packing list is the perfect place to start.

Pro tip

We’ve created a handy PDF version of the packing list. Download it, print it and hang it on the fridge. Or laminate it and reuse it for future road trips!

Road trip travel sites and apps

We recommend saving these website links in your web browser or on your mobile phone – that way you can access them easily on your road trip.

Useful Websites

Handy Travel Apps

Multimedia

Tasmania road trip travel documents

All Travellers

Driver’s licence
National Parks Pass
Diary/journal and a pen
Money
Credit and/or debit cards
Travel and health insurance details
Copy of your travel itinerary
Photocopies of essential documents

International Travellers

Optional

Luggage and bags

Clothing

Note: Even in summer Tasmania can experience short but intense storms that sweep up from the Antarctic. We’ve listed some items of clothing as being ‘winter’, but if you can fit them in your checked baggage then we recommend bringing them with you even in summer, just in case.

Read More: What to Wear in Tasmania

If you are limited by space, and you’re worried about the cold, then we suggest packing additional base layers, as they take up little room and are superb at maintaining your core temperature.

We recommend at least 7 days to experience the Lap of Tasmania – so make sure you pack enough to last that long.

Lower

Feet

Comfortable walking shoes (waterproof is a bonus)
Waterproof hiking shoes/boots (optional)
Woollen socks (DarnTough - Men)
Woollen socks (DarnTough - Women)
Summer - Thongs / flip-flops / jandals

Upper

Wind and waterproof jacket
Short/long sleeved shirts or blouses
Medium-weight jumper, hoodie or jacket
Winter - Thermal top
Winter - Puffer jacket (ie. the Tassie tuxedo)
Winter - Snow gloves

Other

Dresses
Underwear (Men)
Underwear (Women)
Sunglasses
Hat
Winter - Woollen scarf
Winter - Woollen beanie

Health, safety and toiletries

Health and Safety

Motion sickness tablets
First-aid kit
Sunscreen SPF15+
Insect Repellent (DEET)
Prescription medicine
Diarrhoea 'Bomb' (optional - from Travel Doctor)

Toiletries

Navigation and communication

Comfort on the road

Electronic gear and other tech

Power

Spare batteries
Portable charger
Charging cables
Power board + extension cord
International - Power plug adapter
International - Voltage converter

Electronic Equipment

Road trip essentials

Road trip snacks and drinks

Tasmania campervan options

Note: Check your rental agreement, as these items may already be included with your campervan on arrival.

Keep planning your Lap of Tasmania road trip

Have you worked out how to get to Tasmania yet?

To learn about the different options available read our article on How to Get to Tasmania and our Guide to the’Spirit of Tasmania’ Ferry.

And if you’re wondering when to travel, check out our article on the Best Time to Visit Tasmania. Not only does it show you the best months to see Tassie’s iconic attractions, but it also helps you avoid school holidays and the peak tourist season.

And how about hiring a car or campervan in Tasmania – are you wondering where to start?

We’ve got two easy-to-read articles that compare the different options, recommend the best companies in Tasmania, and stop you getting caught by the pesky terms and conditions!

Click here to read our article on Tasmanian Car Hire, and here for our guide to Tasmania Campervan Hire.

Happy road tripping!

Andrew.

There are literally dozens of articles and guides here on the website to help plan your Tassie road trip – but it can take a long time to find the ones that are most relevant to you and your style of travel.

My eBooks pull everything together into one place, saving you hours of browsing and getting you on the road with my practical (and local!) tips and advice.

Tasmania’s remote location means there are internet ‘black spots’ across the island.

A paper map is the perfect backup, and I love the range from HEMA and Lonely Planet.

My HEMA maps are sourced through the wonderful team at Adventure Awaits, and they are providing Lappers with a generous 10% OFF when you use the links below, or the LAPOFTAS code on checkout!

Your Ultimate Tasmania Road Trip Packing List