Camping & hiking

Camping and hiking gear in Australia: what it costs and what to check

Updated 4 November 2026

Camping and hiking gear in Australia ranges from about A$80 for a basic tent to more than A$400 for a technical pack or tent, and a pair of hiking boots costs roughly A$280 to A$320. These are approximate prices from sellers' websites, November 2026. The quickest way to current offers for your trip is a request on BlaBlaPrice.

Warranties and your rights in Australia

Under the Australian Consumer Law, goods bought from a business come with guarantees that cannot be excluded. A product must be of acceptable quality, and for a major failure you are entitled to a replacement or a refund. Manufacturers add their own cover on top: some makers of tents and packs give a lifetime warranty against defects in materials and workmanship, while others give two years, so compare the terms. If you buy a battery or power bank for a camper, ask how long the warranty runs and what capacity is guaranteed. Keep the receipt, because a claim usually needs the purchase date.

Season and when to buy

November is spring in Australia, the start of the outdoor season, and camping gear sells well before the summer school holidays. From December to February the heat is strong in Brisbane, Perth and Adelaide, and many parks restrict fires, so choose a tent with good ventilation and plan a cooking method that does not need an open fire. Winter from June to August brings cold and snow to alpine areas and rain to Melbourne and Sydney, when a warmer tent and a sleeping bag rated for low temperatures matter more. Allow extra time for delivery before a long weekend.

What to write in your request

Name the activity (day walks, overnight hikes, car camping or a multi-day trek) and the season you will use the gear in. For a tent, give the number of people, the weight in kilograms and the packed length. For a pack, give the volume in litres and your back length if you know it. Name the brand and model if you have one, say whether used gear is acceptable, and set a budget in A$. Tell the seller which city the gear should go to, because large items like tents and packs can carry higher delivery costs.

Describe what you need in one message on the BlaBlaPrice home page. Sellers registered on BlaBlaPrice receive the request and reply in the chat with their own offer, price and delivery terms. Your contacts stay hidden until you decide to exchange them. To see the steps, read how BlaBlaPrice works, or browse Sports & leisure for related gear.