There are many apps that will assist both newbie and seasoned travellers alike. Some of the apps listed below are free. Others request a small fee. The apps listed below are by no means exhaustive however have come strongly recommended by seasoned travellers.
If you know of a useful app that is not listed please don’t hesitate to let us know so we can include it as a resource for people to review and make their own determinations.
The Apps below are not listed in any order of priority. Apps listed are available in the Apple Store and Google Play Store. Please click on the images below to check out the app’s website – if one is available.
Wiki Camps provides a broad range of useful information including however not limited to: Accommodation options, including caravan parks, free camping grounds. Dog friendly parks and beaches. Maps. Public Amenties. Trip Planner Functions to plan your trip and so much more!. (This is a paid app)
Oz Phone Towers is a must have app to asertain mobile phone reception at or near the location that you are staying in right across Australia. Need to make that all important call home. Then this app will show you both Telstra and Optus phone towers in the area. (Free app)
Fuel Map Australia supports travellers from all walks of life to ascertain the cheapest petrol station for the specific fuel you need to purchase. This is regardless of whether it is unleaded or diesel. Are you driving towards the nearest township? Then check out this app for the cheapest fuel available. (Free app)
Petrol Spy is another handy app to find the cheapest petrol available in the area that you are either travelling in or travelling towards. Handy to have as part of your app arsenal. (Free app)
Need to fill up your gas bottle/s or swap and go? Then this is the app for you. You will be able to ascertain relevant locations where you can purchase gas to be able to have that all important BBQ or keep your appliances working whilst camping or staying at a caravan park. (Free app)
Oz Rain will assist you to plan your trip around what the weather will be in the area you are staying in or intend to travel to. There are a number of Oz weather apps from the BOM (Bureau of Meterology) to Weather apps available. So simply check out play store or the apple store and download for free the one that best suits your needs
Willie Weather is another weather app that season travellers rave out. So check it out and have fun predicting what the weather will be in the town or city you are travelling to. (Free App).
Camper Leveler is a free app to help travellers level their motorhome or caravan when parked. Simply place the mobile with the app open in the middle of the vehicle and watch the app do its magic telling you how much to raise each wheel. You can level your vehicle in no time.
Truckwiz is a paid app that provides trucks, caravans, campervans and motorhomes with street information to drive safely on suitable Australian roads. With a GPS included you can be sure of getting to your destinated safely. Simply imput the size, height and weight of your vehicle & let Truckwiz do the rest. Cost: approximately $130.
Synic Navigation is another useful paid app which provides navigation and relevant street information for trucks, campervans, caravans and motorhomes. This app can be used world wide as well as in Australia. Cost approximately 89.99 Euros hence ensure you do a currency conversion prior to purchase so you know the cost in AUD dollars.
Polarsteps is a free app which you can plan your travel adventures, upload your photos to share with your family and friends. Not only this, you can create wonderful memories and (at a cost) even create a travel book based on your travels. It is an online diary to record your travels and adventures from day to day.
This website has a real beaut article on 75 of the best camping apps for Australia. So check it out at your leisure