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Stands the Test of Time

15 years ago, someone took a chance.  That someone was drilling company, DDH1, and that chance was with Explorex. Greg and the Explorex team built DDH1 an exploration van that literally was tougher by design. Murray Pollock from DDH1 reached out to Explorex recently to request a refurb of the old van and when they…
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SHOW STOPPER!

The Perth 4WD and Adventure show was on 6-8 November at McCallum Park.  Explorex were a proud exhibitor showcasing a range of our off road vans. Demand was high, selling 5 vans directly from our stand and more orders to come. We were so grateful to be here in WA one of the few places…
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Perth 4WD Show on this weekend!

We’re Off to The Show! In this crazy world of cancelled events it is with huge enthusiasm that we announce Explorex will be at this years’ PERTH 4WD & ADVENTURE SHOW! November 6-8 at McCallum Park in Perth, The 4WD & Adventure Show is one of Australia’s only shows actually going ahead in 2020. And…
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We’re Off to The Show!

In this crazy world of cancelled events it is with huge enthusiasm that we announce Explorex will be at this years' PERTH 4WD & ADVENTURE SHOW! November 6-8 at McCallum Park in Perth, The 4WD & Adventure Show is one of Australia's only shows actually going ahead in 2020. And the best part?  Explorex will…
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What kind of van do those in the know buy?

So what caravan do the Editors of Western 4W Driver Magazine buy to be their home and office when out off the beaten track?  ...an Explorex Caravan! Chris and Karen picked up their Kimberly 540XOR Extreme Off-road caravan after much research on what they required. Being highly respected in their industry and with plenty of…
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Weekend Escapes…

If you’re looking to escape for a weekend, Western Australia is home to some of the world’s best beaches, national parks and caravan and camping getaways. In less than five hours drive, travellers can explore destinations to suit a variety of budgets and holiday styles. And if you’re taking along your caravan or camper, there’s…
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Hawlin’ with the Hawleys!

"Having a Crack in the Outback" has never been a more fitting term than when referring to Helen and Alan Hawley.  Their recent adventures around Leonora, Agnew, Running Waters, Roy Hill & Newman are just a taste of where these lovers of regional WA have taken their Explorex Caravan.  Key contributors to the Explorex Club,…
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10 handy tips for your first caravanning adventure!

You’re going on your first caravanning trip? Excellent! It’s an exciting time of freedom, fun, and the thrill of a new experience. It’s also a big step... Towing a caravan adds a whole new dimension to any holiday. Factors such as what to bring, time spent on the road, and where to park suddenly have…
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Explorex Delivers It’s First Built Numbat EXP1840

Explorex recently delivered EXP1840, the first Numbat caravan, to its new owners. This van has been tried and tested across the state by Explorex since 2018, completing two return trips to Karratha and a trip to Shark Bay. It has visited the wheatbelt towns of Bodallin, Merredin and York, before returning to York for product…
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HEADING NORTH ? OUR TOP 10 TIPS FOR REMOTE TRAVEL.

With lots of people heading North to remote locations, it is a good time to remind our customers of some tips for a safe and enjoyable journey. Remember, your RIG is your responsibility, and how you treat it will determine your experience...   LOADING - Make sure you are balanced, and not over loaded. You…
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Explorex Club Wheatbelt Tour May 2019

In May 2019 the Explorex owners club the 'Explorex Explorers Club' headed on a one week tour of the wheatbelt starting in York and ending in New Norcia. It involved a mix of free camping and caravan parks with some very impressive camp fires and even a bake off. The tour visited the towns of…
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Get set for the Goldfields Caravan and Camping Show

EXPLOREX UPCOMING EVENT - The Goldfields Caravan & Camping Show 1st & 2nd September 2018 There is just under 2 days until the Explorex team head to Kalgoorlie for the 2018 Goldfields Caravan and Camping Show. Explorex has been proudly building caravans for the Goldfields for 15 years and has become the trusted name in reliability and…
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New Explorex ‘Extreme Adventure Series’

Latest News - Welcome to the new "Adventure Series" Explorex is proud to announce the release of four new models in our new "Adventure series". This range are our smaller, "go anywhere" vans, with two sizes, and the option of either single or tandem suspension.. The models are ; The Bush Rat 490 - A single or…
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Follow the adventures of “Horsie Trails”

Customer Stories "Horsie Trails" Hits the road North!! Many of our followers may remember Finn Allen, a boy from our local footy team who has fought off two rounds of Leukemia. Thanks to everyone for your generous support for Finn and his family. Well Finn is now fit and well, and he and his family…
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Welcome to 2017 and the New Explorex Website

Welcome everybody to the new Explorex Website for 2017! We hope you find this site easier to navigate, with our growing list of domestic models. Lots has happened at Explorex in 2016. During 2016 we launched our Platinum Series, with the new silver cladding and a new list of standard features. This Series has been…
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Explorex “Family” product testing on Gibb River Road

During the recent school holidays the owners of Explorex caravans took the opportunity to head off for two weeks along the Gibb River Road. With our new single axle 5.4m Kimberley model just released, it was time for us to "walk the talk" with this new model. Traveling with family friends and their camper, the…
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Explorex Club Meet at Cliff Head

The Explorex Explorers Club arranged a quick trip through the Murchison last month, starting with a couple of nights at John and Lea's favorite camp on the Indian Ocean Drive, at Cliff Head. Thanks John for getting the group together!   A total of 5 vans turned up for the camp, with a few notable…
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Hawley’s Put Ningaloo Through it’s Paces

When Alan and Helen Hawley of Albany were looking for a new van in 2012, they were looking for a van that needed to be; Not too heavy (under 3000kgs) for their D Max Not too long (no more that 19 foot) Off road capable Toilet and Shower Strong Good Loading capacity (800kgs) to prevent…
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Explorex on the Mitchell Plateau

Explorex Customers Steve and Sandy Elliot, of Esperance WA, are just returning from their maiden voyage with their new Explorex Ningaloo 590 DR. They have certainly put their new van to the test, travelling the Gibb River Road, then up the Kalumburu Road onto the Mitchell Plateau. They said it couldn't be done in a…
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“Steel Wheels” Bullo @ Shark Bay

Just received an email from John "Steel Wheels" and Lea Bullock, customers who are currently on a trip North, now in Shark Bay. John claimed the name "Steel Wheels" while helping out recently on the Explorex stand at the caravan show. John and Lea own our domestic caravan # 4, built in 2009. While looking…
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Prospecting with Explorex Caravans

Explorex received some great feedback from a happy customer, prospecting for gold recently at an UNNAMED location!! The trip was apparently a success, well done Graeme. Please see Graeme's comments below. Graeme's Review: We chose Explorex to supply us with our 'van after much looking around and checking out the other makes and models. Quality of…
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Why go east

“Why Go East” is the catch cry at Explorex Caravans, who specialise in building customised Off-Road Caravans, right here in Western Australia. With over 10 Years’ manufacturing Experience, Explorex has now increased their domestic range of vans, out of their state of the art Wangara factory. With all new lightweight plywood materials, computer cut cabinets,…
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