Easter Road Trips

The Great Ocean Road. Photo credit: Viechfisch.

North Narrabeen from above. Photo credit: Alex Proimos.

stratton's Marine and Leisure Finance team are attending caravan and camping shows all over Australia over the coming weeks. These shows are the place to get a great deal on a caravan that lets you take advantage of the great caravanning destinations Australia-wide.

Call 1300 955 600 to get a quote or pre-approved for finance, and hit the shows knowing your budget. Check out the list of upcoming shows.

4-Wheel Driving

For the thrill seeker that exists in all of us, 4-Wheel Driving is the sure-fire way to give your friends and family an experience they'll never forget.

Whether you're splashing through the muddy puddles of WA, or cruising through the red centre, Australia has some of the most versatile and extreme terrain for you to explore. We picked our favourite routes going along the west coast and straight up the guts of Australia.

Birdsville Track: Maree (SA) to Birdsville (QLD)

At over 500km in length with a two-day minimum trek time, the Birdsville Track is your choice if you are more interested in Australia's earthy centre than its more popular coastlines. With Aussie history and creeks galore, the endless plains are certainly something you don't see every day at home.

There are a number of camping sites along the track and the sole Mungerannie Hotel (don't expect too much luxury) for you to rest and recuperate each night, so plan your route and see the locations that work best for you.

There are a few rough patches along the track where it becomes a bumpy ride, but for the most part the journey is relatively easy for most 4WDers.

For all the info about sights, sites and routes – check out the Birdsville Track info page here.

Perth-Carnarvon-Ganaraloo (WA)

For a picture-perfect mix of land and sea, there is no better 4WDing experience then up the coast of Western Australia.

Whether it's fishing, beach tracks or bush walks that capture your fancy, this 450km trek can be altered to fit any range of time restraints or interests.

The trip from Perth to Peaceful Bay takes less than a day, but with all that there is to see it's best to give yourself as much time as possible.

The beach treks are recommended for those who have some experience driving along sand. Be sure to pay attention to the tides when driving along beaches, as some are completely flooded come high-tide.

Check out the different options for your trip: 4-Wheeling in Western Australia.

Peaceful Bay, WA. Photo credit: BaroBert.

Need to get your hands on a 4WD that is up for the challenge? Speak to one of our car finance consultants who can get you a great deal on a car that can handle whatever your holiday throws at it. To speak to a consultant, call 1300 STRATTON (1300 787 288), or start with an instant car finance quote.

Camping

For those on a budget or for those who need time away from the hustle and bustle of daily life, camping is the ultimate way to reconnect with the great outdoors and switch off in the most peaceful way possible. If you haven't revisited the idea of camping since your childhood, fear not, there are plenty of mod-cons available to make it a far more comfortable and luxurious way to enjoy what the Aussie environment has to offer.

Uluru, NT

With Australia's greatest natural wonder as the centrepiece, camping in the Red Centre is something postcards are made of. With 450km separating you from the nearest large town, getting there will be half the fun.

To make the most out of being a stone's throw from the traditional Australian icon, be sure to book a tour with an Indigenous Australian guide. Your guide will share Aboriginal history, cultural techniques and give you an insight into traditional Aboriginal weapons including spears and boomerangs.

Uluru, NT. Photo credit: Jeaneeeme.

Port Arthur, TAS

Fast-becoming Australia's newest holiday hot spot, Tasmania is chock-full of natural beauty for you to explore. Whether it's bushwalking, short walks or ghost tours that tickle your fancy, there is something for everyone in the family.

Must-see locations found in and around Port Arthur include Fortescue Bay, Cathedral Rock and the Port Arthur Historic Site (which is said to be one of the most haunted locations in Australia – ooo!).

Port Arthur, TAS. Photo credit: Andrew Braithwaite.

St Jerome's Glamping, VIC

Fancy something a little more luxurious? Why not treat yourself to a night of Glamping (never thought we'd actually be using that word).

If roughing it isn't your idea of a good time, or you don't have a long weekend that lets you escape the grips of your home-life, why not see your world from a different perspective?

Staying on the rooftop of St Jerome's (on the top of the Melbourne Central building in the Melbourne CBD) provides a luxe take on traditional camping. By swapping lilos for a queen-size bed, campfire stories for a movie-filled tablet and a billy full of tea for a cocktail bar – it's camping that doesn't feel like camping, at all.

For more info, visit St Jerome's Glamping.

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Need an upgrade?

Mid-sized car no longer big enough to hold the kids, the dog and the luggage? It's time to move on to a car that fits your lifestyle. Stratton can get you the best deal so you can spend your money on fun rather than finance. Get started with an online quote for car finance or call us on 1300 STRATTON (787 288).

Want to get a great deal AND check out the entire range in one place? Stratton's Marine and Leisure team will be at caravan and camping shows across Australia – ready to finance whatever you need for your Easter road trip. Take a look at our list of upcoming shows and find out when we'll be in your area.