The road system in Australia is very good, but as you leave the cities and head into the outback, road quality can vary greatly. Many rural roads are just dirt tracks and many washout during the wet season. Other roads turn into one lane for long distances requiring you to take your left wheels off the road to pass an oncoming vehicle.

Always carry along lots of water, sunscreen, hat, a good local map and a mobile phone if you’re driving out into the bush. Make sure you have a good spare tire, as some cheap Aussie tires don’t last long, especially on the hot roads at high speeds. It’s possible to breakdown hundreds of kilometers from the nearest town.

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Some travelers complain that while Australia is so beautiful with heaps of attractions, there’s so many things you can’t do thanks to the abundance of dangerous forms of wildlife. Yes, Australia is still a wild country in many ways. And yes, there are many things that can hurt you if you’re not careful. Here is a list of some of them. You’re unlikely to encounter any of these if you tread the well-trod tourist routes and don’t go bush walking without a guide.

Snakes
Australia is home to many of the most poisonous snakes in the world. While most won’t bother with you, some can be aggressive. A bite from one requires immediate attention and antivenin as soon as possible. Again, it’s best to go bush walking with a guide, who can alert you to dangers.

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