Tips for Staying Cool in a Campervan in Australia
Camping in the great outdoors is a dream holiday for many, but Aussie summers can be brutal. The heat can put a damper on it – if you’re not prepared. Air-conditioning and other features to keep you cool and make the most of your summer getaway. Read on to find out more, including useful tips for keeping cool on your summer adventure.
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Book a campervan with air conditioning
After a hot, humid summer’s day spent on the beach or hiking in a national park,nothing beats winding down in a cool, humidity-free campervan. Forget about tossing and turning in bed under a fan, trying to get comfortable enough to sleep.
Our air-conditioned vans Spirit and Harmony make sleeping a breeze even on the hottest nights.
If you’ve booked a powered site, our air-conditioners will run off the mains power. We have generators for hire if you’re planning on camping on an unpowered site or off grid, for example in a national park or a free camp.
Before you leave on your trip, make sure you check with the campgrounds about time restrictions for running generators. Generators can be noisy so their use is mostly limited to daytime and early evening to ensure a peaceful stay for all campers.
Plan your trip with heat in mind
Before heading off on a summer holiday, check out the spots that offer some relief from the heat. It’s great to get out in the sunshine and soak up that vitamin D. It’s a bonus to come back to a cool, shady space where you can chill and relax at the end of a fun-filled day!
- Google ‘weather statistics’ on the places you’re thinking of going to. You’ll find useful monthly minimum/maximum daily averages for the month/s you’re planning to go. You can also view rainfall stats, to help you avoid areas that attract lots of summer rain.
- Check out campground websites and book campsites with shade and/or those that capture a sea/river/mountain breeze. These websites generally have a map of the park, indicating campsites that have shade. National Park websites also indicate which shady spots are suitable for campervans (i.e. trees are not too low-hanging). If in doubt, call the campgrounds and ask for their recommendations for the coolest sites with the most shade.
- Avoid high-temperature inland areas in peak summer.
Ventilation and airflow
Portable cooling gadgets
There are many useful gadgets you can add to your camping collection to help keep you cool on a hot summer’s day. Find them at your local camping store. Here’s a few to get you started:
- battery-operated fans
- sunshades
- cooling wristbands and towels.
Additional tips for staying cool
There are plenty of other ways to stay cool, too, including:
- staying hydrated – drink plenty of water, stock up on electrolytes for post-sweaty hikes
- wearing loose cotton clothing and a sun-safe hat
- take a cold shower
- using reflective covers on the van to manage internal temperatures
- setting your camp chairs up under the campervan awning and enjoy the breeze and the shade.
Ready for the heat of summer
Now that you’ve planned your summer-cool destinations and stocked up on gadgets/supplies to keep you cool, it’s time to book the campervan with the goods to maximise your comfort on those hot summer days. Book your air-conditioned campervan now!
