Recreational 4WD Safety Training
A recreational Awareness Course for the best Australian 4WD Adventure ever Training DatesPricesA fun-filled adventure that lets you unlock the full potential of your 4WD – your ultimate dream driving machine.
4WD Safety Awareness Training
By OTTO Tours Australia
With a 4WD car or camper, it’s natural to feel the pull of adventure. But the Australian outback is no ordinary driving environment. The dangers are often underestimated – long distances, remote landscapes, extreme heat, and dry conditions can quickly turn into challenging driving scenarios. Sudden rain and thunderstorms can further complicate off-road conditions.
Being well-informed is important – but being properly prepared is essential.
That’s where OTTO Tours Australia’s 4WD Safety Awareness Courses come in.
Our training equips you with the practical skills, techniques, and confidence to handle your 4WD vehicle or camper safely and effectively – no matter the terrain.
What You’ll Learn:
How to drive your 4WD on gravel, mud, dirt tracks, wet roads, rocky paths, sand dunes, and beaches
Safe and responsible off-road driving techniques for a range of conditions
Tips and tricks for getting the most out of your vehicle’s features
How to approach emergency situations calmly and correctly
What to do if something goes wrong while off the beaten track
Whether you’re completely new to 4WD driving or have years of experience, our course offers valuable insights and renewed confidence.
Why It’s Worth It:
This course is specially designed for holidaymakers who want to explore the outback beyond the usual tourist routes. It’s a proactive way to protect your safety and your travel investment; and to make your trip more enjoyable, more confident, and more independent.
4WD driving in the Tanami Desert, digging out a vehicle that had sunk into the match with a shovel by Otto Tours Australia
4WD driving in the Gibson Desert, trying to get a broken-down vehicle back on the road by Otto Tours Australia
4WD Driving Training
Master the art of 4WD driving and gain the confidence you need to explore the Australian bush safely and skillfully.
Learn how to read the terrain and apply the right techniques to tackle every challenge….. so you can enjoy the stunning outback with confidence and ease!
4WD Safety Training Awareness Courses
Since 1992, Otto Tours Australia has delivered private and commercial 4WD Safety Training Awareness Programs designed to:
Help you better understand your 4WD camper and its capabilities
Build confidence in using recovery gear
Improve your driving skills on various terrains
Enhance your personal safety when driving a 4WD
Allow you to enjoy the Australian bush to the fullest
Special Notes
Our courses are tailored just for you!
Scheduled on dates that fit your plans!
Enjoy one-on-one training with your instructor; no large groups, just personalized attention!
Training Dates
All training sessions are conducted personally; just for you, or you and a friend or family member. Because of this, we schedule trainings individually to suit your availability.
Please contact us to arrange a convenient appointment.
Training Venues
We offer training at selected locations, with a preference for Lancelin. However, several other venues closer to the city are also available.
When you book, we’ll discuss and choose the venue that suits you best.
Introductory Course
4 hrs- Included
- ⇒ Driving techniques for sand, mud, dirt and other road conditions.
- ⇒ Driving techniques for sand, mud, dirt and other conditions.
- ⇒ Basic 4WD Techniques.
- ⇒ Basic recovery techniques
- ⇒ Including a course documentation
- Not Included
- ⇒ Test drive with practical driving experiences under different road and track conditions planned when possible
- ⇒ Basic vehicle maintenance
- ⇒ Environmental issues
- ⇒ Camping issues
Full Day Course
8 hrs- Included
- ⇒ Camping issues
- ⇒ Driving techniques for sand, mud, dirt and other road conditions.
- ⇒ Driving techniques for sand, mud, dirt and other conditions.
- ⇒ Basic 4WD Techniques
- ⇒ Basic recovery techniques
- ⇒ Basic vehicle maintenance
- ⇒ Including a course documentation
- ⇒ Test drive with practical driving experiences under different road and track conditions planned when possible
- Not Included
- ⇒ Environmental issues
Weekend Course
12 hrs- Included
- ⇒ Driving techniques for sand, mud, dirt and other road conditions.
- ⇒ Driving techniques for sand, mud, dirt and other conditions.
- ⇒ Basic 4WD Techniques
- ⇒ Basic recovery techniques
- ⇒ Basic vehicle maintenance
- ⇒ Environmental issues
- ⇒ Camping issues
- ⇒ Including a course documentation
- ⇒ Test drive with practical driving experiences under different road and track conditions planned when possible
Event Dates for Recreational 4WD Trainings
Please note: You can book any date you want to do this training. We train you and one of your passengers in a one-to-one setup. For small group training, we offer discounts according to the size.
4WD Safety Training Course | Perth | 1 or 2 Days
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