Camping in Australia can be an amazing experience, but if you don't plan ahead you may find yourself struggling to get a good night's sleep. There are a few things that you should keep in mind when sleeping outdoors, and we're here to help!
In this blog post, we will discuss the essential items that you need to bring with you on your camping trip in order to get the best sleep possible. So pack your bags and get ready for an adventure!
The Importance Of Preparing For Sleep Before You Go Camping
Putting yourself to sleep while camping is similar to how you go about it at home. The main difference is that you're essentially roughing it, so it is a lot harder. Your sleeping situation my be less than optimal. That's why it's important to plan ahead to get the best rest possible while you're away from home.
Some important variables to consider;
Camping Weather
Depending on how hot or cold it will be, you'll want to check ahead of time. If the weather is going to be hot at night, then you will need to make sure to bring a battery operated fan and a light-duty sleeping bag. And if the weather is going to be cold at night, consider a sleeping bag rated for cold weather and a battery operated heater.
Insects and animals
If you intend on sleeping under the moon without a tent, you should take into consideration the level of insects and animals that will be present during the time of year. If you are expecting a lot of mosquitos, bring a mosquito net and a tarp to lay on the ground. You should also consider sleeping in a hammock instead of directly on the ground to better avoid bug bites.
Ground Conditions While Camping
Will the ground be wet, sandy, rocky? These are all things to keep in mind before you head out on your trip. If the ground is going to be wet, bring a tarp as an extra moisture barrier, If the ground is going to be sandy, you may not need more than a sleeping bag. However if you are expecting hard or rocky ground, be sure to bring a heavily padded sleeping bag, a foam mat, or better yet an air mattress.
Your Camping Company
You might want to take into account whether you are sleeping alone in a tent or beside someone else. This is going to effect how to plan for the trip. Obviously if you are travelling alone, you will just need to take yourself into account. But if you're sleeping beside someone consider a sleeping bag for two and some extra pillows. There are camping dog beds available if you are taking your furry friend with you.
Australia Camping Sleeping Essentials To Get The Best Sleep
Despite all of the variables listed above, there are some "must bring" items to take with you. These items include;
- Sleep Mask - To help you go to sleep and stay asleep when the sun starts to rise. You won't have the benefit of curtains to keep your room dark.
- Ear Plugs - If you are sleeping with more than yourself, you may want to bring some ear plugs. While everyone else is going to be restless camping you won't be effected by any noises in or out of the tent.
- Sleep Spray - Camping comes with all types of smells good and bad. Sleep spray will help you get better sleep so you don't have to smell any funky odors throughout the night.
- Sleep Tea - Getting to sleep camping is possibly the hardest part. If you drink sleep tea a half an hour before you plan on getting to sleep, it will help you get more tired and put you to sleep. Learn more about sleep tea.
Good news for you is that we have everything you need in an all-in-one luxury sleep kit available on our website.
Additional Items To Consider Keeping In Your Tent At Night
- A sleeping app / noise maker on your phone
- Comfy pajamas
- A night light
- And bottle of water
- Portable shower
Five Tips And Tricks To Get Better Sleep Camping In Australia
- Go to the bathroom before going to sleep. The lasting thing you want to do is have to get up and get out of the tent to go to the bathroom at night.
- Stop drinking alcohol two hours before going to sleep. By doing so, you will be less restless at night.
- Don't eat a big dinner right before bed. Eating a big meal will make it harder for you to fall asleep and can sometimes cause nightmares.
- Don't drink caffeine after lunch. Caffeine can stay in your system for up to six hours, so if you want to avoid being awake all night, don't drink it after lunch time.
- Get some exercise during the day. Getting at least 30 minutes of exercise will help you sleep better at night by tiring your body out.
We hope you found these tips and tricks helpful for getting the best sleep possible while camping in Australia! Remember to pack your sleeping essentials to get the best night sleep. Until next time, sweet dreams!
