This page provides general tips on travelling as a backpacker. Explore this page for general advice about planning your trip.

Understand the local laws of the country you're visiting and the Australians laws that still apply to you when overseas

Whether you're in a car, riding a motorbike or buzzing around town on a scooter, know the risks and take steps to stay safe on the roads.

Australians love sport and adventure, both locally and overseas. Make sure you’re informed and prepared before you go.

Explore these pages for general advice to help have a safe and hassle-free journey while you are getting around.

Whether you're getting around town by bus, ferry or train, it's important to be prepared. Know the risks so you can take steps to reduce them and stay safe.

Australians love to travel, and love adventure.

We work closely with a range of government and not for profit partners to prepare our advice, and to promote Smartraveller.