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!
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.
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
- Passport
- Visa
- International Driver's Permit (IDP)
- English translation of your IDP (if non-English)
Optional
- Inland Fishing Licence
- iVenture Tasmania Flexi Pass
Luggage and bags
- Suitcase - OR - Backpack
- 1 x day-pack per person
- Packing cubes
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
- Hiking pants
- Jeans and/or pants
- Skirts
- Tracky dacks (optional)
- Summer - Shorts
- Winter - Thermal pants
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
- Your regular toiletries
- Lip balm
- Nail clippers
- Tissues
- Hand sanitiser
- Hanging Toiletry Kit
Navigation and communication
- Mobile (cell) phone
- Paper map
- SIM card - local or global
- Dedicated GPS (if phone is insufficient)
- Emergency EPIRB beacon (optional for bushwalkers)
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
- Camera
- Memory cards
- Headphones
- Portable speaker
- Portable hairdryer
Road trip essentials
- Plastic bags
- Wet wipes
- Roll of toilet paper
- Travel-sized containers for liquids
- Umbrella (extra strong)
- Padlocks for bags and zippers
- Head lamp
Road trip snacks and drinks
- Water
- Antipasto mix
- Dried fruit and nuts
- Beef or fruit jerky
- Apples and bananas
- Muesli bars
- Chocolate bars
- Portable eski/cooler for drinks
Tasmania campervan options
Note: Check your rental agreement, as these items may already be included with your campervan on arrival.
- Our Guide to Tasmania Campervan Hire
- Bedding linen
- Towels and washers
- Tea towel
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.
Travel planning resources
Tasmania’s remote location means there are internet ‘black spots’ across the island.
A hard copy travel guide or map is the perfect backup, and we love the range from Lonely Planet.
