Outdoor Gear – Camping, Hiking & Adventure Essentials

Whether you're heading into the Australian bush, trekking through Southeast Asia, or camping in the New Zealand wilderness, the right outdoor gear makes the difference between a great trip and a miserable one. Our outdoor travel gear range covers the essentials — from sleeping bag liners and dry sacks to hydration packs and travel towels — all from brands built for real adventure. Travel Gear is an authorised Australian stockist for Sea to Summit, Black Diamond, and Tatonka, shipping from our Charlestown NSW warehouse.

Outdoor Gear Categories

• Hydration: Hydration packs and water bladders for hiking, trail running, and cycling — hands-free drinking on the move
• Sleeping: Sleeping bag liners that add warmth, improve hygiene, and extend the life of your sleeping bag
• Waterproofing: Dry sacks to protect electronics, clothing, and documents from rain, river crossings, and wet luggage holds
• Packing: Compression sacks to reduce the bulk of sleeping bags and down gear by up to 60%
• Towels: Fast-drying microfibre travel towels that pack down to the size of a water bottle
• Bags: Hiking backpacks and packable duffle bags for every adventure style
• Safety: First aid kits for hiking, camping, and remote travel

Featured Brand: Sea to Summit

Sea to Summit is Australia's leading outdoor and adventure travel brand, founded in Perth WA in 1990. Their gear is designed and tested for the demands of Australian adventurers — from ultralight packable daypacks to waterproof dry sacks and sleeping bag liners. As an authorised stockist, Travel Gear carries the full Sea to Summit range with warranty support for Australian customers.

Frequently Asked Questions

What outdoor gear do I need for hiking in Australia?

For day hikes, the essentials are a daypack, a fast-drying towel, a hydration pack or water bladder, a first aid kit, and dry sacks for electronics and valuables. For multi-day hikes, add a sleeping bag liner and compression sacks for your sleeping bag and down gear. Always carry more water than you think you need — Australian conditions can be more demanding than they appear on a map.

What's the best brand for outdoor travel gear in Australia?

Sea to Summit is the standout choice for Australian outdoor travellers — their gear is designed in Perth, tested in real conditions, and used by serious adventurers worldwide. For hiking backpacks, Tatonka's Yukon series is the benchmark for multi-day use. For hydration systems, CamelBak is the global leader.

Can I use outdoor gear for international travel?

Absolutely — most outdoor gear doubles as excellent travel gear. Dry sacks work as packing organisers, sleeping bag liners work as hostel sheets, and packable daypacks work as city day bags. The crossover between outdoor and travel gear is significant, which is why we stock both in one place. For a full packing system, see our ultimate Australian packing checklist.