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πŸŒ‘ TOTAL ECLIPSE OF THE OUTBACK HEART πŸŒ‘Something pretty extraordinary is happening across Australia on 22 July 2028.A Tot...
18/08/2026

πŸŒ‘ TOTAL ECLIPSE OF THE OUTBACK HEART πŸŒ‘

Something pretty extraordinary is happening across Australia on 22 July 2028.

A Total Solar Eclipse will sweep from the Kimberley through the Northern Territory, Queensland and New South Wales, crossing some of the most remote and spectacular landscapes in the country. πŸ‡¦πŸ‡Ί

Think Mitchell Falls, the Gibb River Road, Purnululu, Karlu Karlu, the Davenport Ranges, the Simpson Desert and Bourke.

For photographers and campers, this could be an incredible opportunity to experience totality beneath huge outback skies, surrounded by landscapes you simply will not find anywhere else.

And people are already planning!

We are receiving enquiries and taking 2028 vehicle bookings now from Broome, Darwin, Alice Springs and Adelaide.

Most flights, accommodation and national park campsites cannot be booked this far ahead, but our 2028 vehicle rates are available and we can prepare a quote and secure your 4WD now.

We have put together a new guide covering the eclipse path, some of the best remote viewing and photography locations, historical July cloud cover and ideas for planning your 4WD adventure.

πŸŒ‘ 22 July 2028
πŸš™ 4WD cars and campers available to book now
πŸ“§ [email protected]

Read our full 2028 Total Solar Eclipse Australia Camping Guide found on the Adventure Rentals website under Blogs.

How do you actually plan a 4WD road trip in Australia? πŸ‡¦πŸ‡ΊNot just the dream destinations and incredible photos. The prac...
15/08/2026

How do you actually plan a 4WD road trip in Australia? πŸ‡¦πŸ‡Ί

Not just the dream destinations and incredible photos. The practical stuff that needs to happen first.

We recently worked with Mel and Marcel, who completed an epic Broome to Darwin adventure in one of our Toyota Hilux 4WD Campers.

And they know a thing or two about travelling to Australia from πŸ‡©πŸ‡ͺ. This was actually their third Hilux 4WD Camper hire with Adventure Rentals πŸ™Œ

Together, we have put together this practical field guide to help you plan your own Australian 4WD road trip.

The starting point is simple:

β˜€οΈ Season first
πŸ“ Then your route
πŸš™ Then your vehicle

Everything else follows from those three decisions.

Swipe through all 12 steps covering when to travel north versus south, three week route ideas, what your 4WD genuinely needs, fuel and water planning, dirt road driving, permits, power, booking your vehicle and plenty more.

This is the first of four guides.

Coming next:

πŸ“ Perth β†’ Adelaide
πŸ“ Perth β†’ Perth
πŸ“ Broome β†’ Darwin

Spring and summer are the perfect time to explore southern Australia from Perth or Adelaide, while autumn and winter (May - September) are ideal for travelling through Northern Australia, including Broome, Darwin and Cairns. Our Broome to Darwin guide covers around half of the iconic Savannah Way and is one to save if you are planning a northern adventure from May 2027.

If an Australian 4WD road trip is on your wish list, save this guide for your planning session and send it to the person you want to travel with. πŸ‡¦πŸ‡ΊπŸš™

πŸ“ WA β€’ NT β€’ SA β€’ QLD

πŸ‘‹ STAFF SPOTLIGHT | Meet BenOriginally from Brisbane, Ben started life as a qualified carpenter before doing a bit of ro...
13/08/2026

πŸ‘‹ STAFF SPOTLIGHT | Meet Ben

Originally from Brisbane, Ben started life as a qualified carpenter before doing a bit of roaming, working on stations around Queensland and eventually finding his way to Darwin.

When he arrived in the Top End, he was keen to try something different from carpentry. Then, in true Darwin style, an opportunity popped up. Ben spotted the Adventure Rentals yard, wandered in off the street looking for work and happened to be in the right place at exactly the right time. Very NT. No big plan, just have a crack and see what happens. 🀠

Eighteen months later, Ben has become a big part of our Darwin crew. After learning from Drew, our resident 4WD master, he now builds our vehicles, handles dispatches and returns and knows his way around an Adventure Rentals rig pretty well.

We even managed to drag him back onto the carpentry tools to help build our fantastic new Darwin office. Sorry Ben, there really was no escaping it! πŸ˜‚

Along the way, he has also caught the 4WD bug and used everything he has learnt to build his own 79 Series Land Cruiser, complete with canopy and all the bells and whistles. We reckon that rig is going to see a few adventures.

Outside work, Ben is a mad soccer fan, has played Men’s A Grade for Mindil Aces here in Darwin and, thanks to his UK roots, is a very loyal Liverpool supporter. ⚽

Now Ben is getting ready for his next adventure and we are going to miss having him around.

Quiet, kind, hardworking and trustworthy, he is one of those people who just gets on with it and gets the job done.

Thanks for everything, Ben. We wish you all the best for whatever comes next and hope that 79 Series takes you on many incredible Australian road trip adventures! 🧑

Planning a remote Aussie outback road trip? Driving off-road across Australia’s vast landscapes is one of the most incre...
11/08/2026

Planning a remote Aussie outback road trip? Driving off-road across Australia’s vast landscapes is one of the most incredible ways to experience nature, if you know how to handle the track πŸš™.

While the views are unforgettable, outback conditions demand respect. Corrugations, soft sand, remote wildlife, and hidden obstacles require a bit of local know-how before you hit the dirt.

Swipe through for 5 core rules straight from our Outback Driving Guide to keep you safe, comfortable, and confident on your journey:

1️⃣ Air Down Early
Adjusting tyre pressure on unsealed roads isn't optional, it’s vital. Lowering your PSI increases your tyre’s contact footprint, providing maximum grip on soft surfaces and dramatically smoothing out severe corrugations while protecting against stone punctures.

2️⃣ Respect Dust & Wildlife
Australia's native wildlife is most active at dawn and dusk, it’s best to be safely parked up at camp during these hours. On dirt tracks, always slow down for oncoming vehicles to reduce blind dust clouds and flying rocks.

3️⃣ Engage Low Range Before You Need It
Don’t wait until you lose momentum or get stuck. Engaging Low Range early gives you maximum torque, superior control, and prevents unnecessary strain on the vehicle when tackling steep inclines or soft sand.

4️⃣ Read the Road Ahead
Outback tracks change constantly. Keep your eyes scanning well beyond your bonnet to spot dips, washouts, and exposed gravel early. Smooth steering and steady speeds keep your ride comfortable and safe.

5️⃣ Travel Prepared
Remote travel means self-reliance. Always share your itinerary with a reliable contact, check road reports, and ensure you have proper recovery gear onboard.

At Adventure Rentals, we don’t just hire premium 4WD campers, we equip you with the knowledge to explore Australia with total peace of mind. Every rental includes full recovery equipment and our comprehensive In-Vehicle 4WD Guide.

πŸ’‘ Planning your Adventure? Read our full step-by-step Guide to Off-Road Driving in Australia via the link in our bio!

πŸ“Œ Save this post for your upcoming trip or share it with your travel partner!

πŸ‡¦πŸ‡Ί 8,500 KM, ONE PRADO AND A WHOLE LOT OF AUSTRALIA 😎Guido and Anita recently picked up one of our Toyota Prado 4WD Cars...
07/08/2026

πŸ‡¦πŸ‡Ί 8,500 KM, ONE PRADO AND A WHOLE LOT OF AUSTRALIA 😎

Guido and Anita recently picked up one of our Toyota Prado 4WD Cars in Perth and pointed it north.

Then they just kept going. πŸ˜‚

8,500 km later, they rolled into Darwin after one seriously epic Aussie road trip through some of the best bits of WA and the NT.

Their adventure included:

πŸ“ Hyden
πŸ“ Cervantes
πŸ“ Geraldton
πŸ“ Kalbarri National Park
πŸ“ Shark Bay and Monkey Mia
πŸ“ Carnarvon
πŸ“ Coral Bay
πŸ“ Exmouth and Cape Range National Park
πŸ“ Karijini National Park
πŸ“ Port Hedland
πŸ“ Broome
πŸ“ Cape Leveque and the Dampier Peninsula
πŸ“ Fitzroy Crossing
πŸ“ Purnululu National Park and the Bungle Bungle Range
πŸ“ Kununurra
πŸ“ Katherine
πŸ“ Litchfield National Park
πŸ“ Darwin

Not a bad little lap. 😏

Think turquoise water, red dirt, dusty outback roads, massive gorges, remote national parks, rugged ranges and enough spectacular scenery to completely fill the camera roll.

And after 8,500 km together, the Prado earned itself a glowing 5 star review. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

β€œHervorragendes Auto, Übergabe sehr gute EinfΓΌhrung und Abgabe hat bestens geklappt.”

Or in English:

β€œExcellent car, the handover included a very good introduction and the return went perfectly.”

That is exactly what we love to hear.

Our premium Toyota Prado 4WD Cars are made for adventures like this.

Proper 4WD capability, all terrain tyres, recovery gear, UHF radio, satellite communication, fridge, table, chairs and the equipment you need to get out and explore some of Australia’s more remote corners with confidence.

And before you head off, our team gives you a proper vehicle introduction so you know your Prado and its equipment before the red dirt begins.

Because if you are going to tackle 8,500 km across Australia, you may as well do it in a bloody good 4WD. 😎

Perth to Darwin.

Coast to coast via the outback.

Red dirt to tropical Top End.

Now THAT is a road trip. β€οΈπŸ‡¦πŸ‡Ί

Who else has this one on the bucket list?

Meet Charlotte, our Reservations Manager and the glue that holds it all together.Based at our Darwin head office, Charlo...
04/08/2026

Meet Charlotte, our Reservations Manager and the glue that holds it all together.

Based at our Darwin head office, Charlotte has been part of the Adventure Rentals Team since 2021.

While her official title is Reservations Manager, her role reaches much further. Charlotte keeps a close eye on reservations, supports each of our depots, stays across what is happening operationally and helps make sure everything runs smoothly behind the scenes.

She also works closely with our distribution partners and travel agents, assisting with bookings, answering questions and ensuring their clients receive the same high level of care and support.

Charlotte has an incredible ability to make customers feel welcome, supported and confident about their upcoming adventure. Her calm nature, attention to detail and genuine care make her an invaluable part of our team.

Originally from Victoria, Charlotte grew up with her parents and three older sisters before spending some time in the ACT and eventually making the Northern Territory home. After more than 20 years in Darwin, she has developed a strong connection to the Top End and its incredible landscapes.

Outside of work, Charlotte loves camping, road trips and exploring Australia’s great outdoors. Her perfect campsite includes a crackling bonfire, somewhere to enjoy a refreshing swim and plenty of time to relax in nature.

Quiet by nature but adventurous in spirit, Charlotte brings her love of authentic travel experiences into everything she does.

Charlotte, thank you for everything you do for our customers, our agents, our distribution partners, our depots and the entire Adventure Rentals team. We honestly do not know what we would do without you.

πŸŒ„ The Kimberley is Calling... and There Are Some Seriously Good Deals Waiting!If the Gibb River Road has been sitting on...
29/07/2026

πŸŒ„ The Kimberley is Calling... and There Are Some Seriously Good Deals Waiting!
If the Gibb River Road has been sitting on your bucket list, there has never been a better time to hit the road.

We've just published our Ultimate Gibb River Road & Kimberley 4WD Guide, packed with everything you need to plan an unforgettable adventure, including:

β€’ A practical 10 day Gibb River Road itinerary
β€’ Purnululu National Park (Bungle Bungles) extension
β€’ Darwin to Broome via Nature's Way itinerary
β€’ Savannah Way extension to Cairns
β€’ Drive distances, road conditions, fuel stops and travel tips
β€’ The best photography locations, waterfalls, hikes and hidden gems

πŸ“– Read the full guide here:
πŸ‘‰ https://adventurerentals.com.au/kimberley-gibb-river-road-4wd-guide/

50% OFF Kimberley Experiences
The Broome Visitor Centre promotion has now finished, but the Kununurra Visitor Centre is still offering 50% OFF selected Kimberley tours and experiences for travel between 13 July and 31 October 2026.

This includes unforgettable experiences such as:

β€’ Scenic flights over the spectacular Bungle Bungle Range
β€’ Horizontal Falls (Garaangaddim) scenic flights
β€’ Authentic Aboriginal cultural experiences
β€’ Lake cruises and guided Kimberley adventures

If you've been waiting for the right time to explore one of Australia's last great wilderness areas... this could be it.

πŸš™ We've Also Got 50% OFF 4WD Camper Hire Specials!
We're offering a limited number of 50% OFF relocation hires on selected vehicles and travel dates throughout August and September.

If you're flexible with your travel dates, you could combine our relocation specials with the fantastic offers still available through the Kununurra Visitor Centre and enjoy an incredible Kimberley adventure for a fraction of the usual cost.

These are genuine bargain deals and availability is limited, so once they're gone, they're gone.

πŸ“© Get in touch with our team to check available relocation dates, or browse our latest specials on our website.

The Kimberley season isn't over yet. Who's ready to drive one of Australia's greatest 4WD adventures?

🚜 Making the grade on the Gibb River RoadGrading works are now underway on the Gibb River Road, progressing from west to...
22/07/2026

🚜 Making the grade on the Gibb River Road

Grading works are now underway on the Gibb River Road, progressing from west to east across approximately 470 kilometres of remote gravel road.

Why are dirt roads graded?

Traffic, rain and heat can create corrugations, potholes, loose gravel and uneven surfaces. Grading smooths the road, redistributes gravel, improves drainage and helps make travel safer and more comfortable.

When does grading happen?

In northern Australia, major grading usually begins after the wet season, once roads are open and dry enough for heavy machinery. Extra work may also be needed after heavy rain, flooding or busy travel periods.

Where are roads graded?

Grading takes place on unsealed roads across Australia, from major outback touring routes such as the Gibb River Road to station tracks, national park roads and remote community access roads.

⚠️ Even after grading, road conditions can vary.

🐒 Slow down and drive to the conditions.

πŸ‘· Give maintenance crews and machinery plenty of room.

🚧 Reduce your speed and use extreme caution when passing a grader and crews. Watch for dust, loose gravel and changing road surfaces.

Most importantly, always slow down when passing anyone on a dirt road, not just a grader. This includes other vehicles, cyclists, pedestrians and roadside workers. Reducing your speed helps limit dust, flying stones and poor visibility.

Spare a thought for the poor crew & person in the grader, copping your dust and everyone else’s from both directions.

Slow down, give them room and let them get on with making the Gibb as smooth as a baby’s bum.... well, as smooth as the Gibb gets!

4,650 kilometres in 18 days. Not a bad little Sunday drive! πŸš™πŸŒ„David and Simon picked up a Toyota Prado 4WD Camper from o...
21/07/2026

4,650 kilometres in 18 days. Not a bad little Sunday drive! πŸš™πŸŒ„

David and Simon picked up a Toyota Prado 4WD Camper from our Cairns depot and tackled the Savannah Way through to Darwin.

Their adventure took them through Danbulla in the Atherton Tablelands, Einasleigh, Undara, Cobbold Gorge, Talaroo, Karumba, Normanton, Leichhardt Falls, Boodjamulla National Park at Lawn Hill, Seven Emu Station, Limmen National Park, Bitter Springs, Mataranka, Nitmiluk National Park, Kakadu National Park and Litchfield National Park.

That is a fair bit of red dirt, plenty of remote camping and some seriously impressive scenery packed into just 18 days.

Their verdict?

β€œThanks so much, it was amazing. We can’t wait for our next adventure with you.”

With depots in Cairns, Darwin, Broome, Perth, Adelaide and Alice Springs, the Savannah Way is just one of the epic one way adventures you can tackle with Adventure Rentals.

Where would you take a Toyota Prado 4WD Camper?

Say hello to Inga, the newest member of our Adventure Rentals team in Adelaide! πŸ‘‹Originally from a small town near Hanov...
16/07/2026

Say hello to Inga, the newest member of our Adventure Rentals team in Adelaide! πŸ‘‹

Originally from a small town near Hanover in Germany, Inga grew up road tripping around Germany and Europe in her family’s old VW Kombi. So camping, exploring and fitting far too much gear into a small space have been part of her life for as long as she can remember.

After spending three years at high school in Sweden, Inga backpacked through Asia and realised she wanted to turn her love of travel into a career. She trained and worked as a travel consultant, loving helping people plan adventures that suited them perfectly.

In 2020, she arrived in Australia for what was meant to be a two and a half year working holiday. Then an old 4WD became her home on wheels, Australia worked its magic, and the temporary adventure became something a little more permanent. Funny how that happens.

Inga returned to Australia in 2025 and now calls Adelaide home. When she is not helping our customers prepare for their own Aussie adventures, you will usually find her camping in her rooftop tent, searching for quiet beaches around South Australia or heading north to the Flinders Ranges.

With plenty of real road trip experience, a genuine love of camping and a soft spot for hidden gems, Inga is a perfect fit for Adventure Rentals.

Welcome to the team, Inga. We are very happy to have you along for the ride! πŸš™πŸ•οΈ

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