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Explorer Caravan Sales is founded on the core principle of delivering quality customer service. We offer great advice, based on extensive product & industry knowledge and we offer excellent value for money.
We are a new caravan company founded by Dave Benson, wife Tania and sons Josh, Daniel and Tom.
A true Adelaide based family business, whose purpose is to help all caravanners get the best out of their caravanning experience.
Explorer Caravan Sales Adelaide are excited to welcome Mal Cameron as our General Manager. Mal has had over 16 years experience in the industry all over Australia in various roles, most notably as a sales professional and designer for New Age Caravans.
"I have fond memories of my early days with Viscount in the early 80's. The industry has been very good for my family and it's exciting to be able to share my knowledge with my boys in this new entity" - Dave Benson
Our Caravan & Camping Experience
Dave Benson has over 40 years experience in the caravan industry, having founded and run Dave Benson Caravans.
Dave has also worked for a major Australian manufacturer Concept Caravans, who manufacture Concept Caravans, Newlands Caravans and Franklin Caravans, along with their sister brand Viscount Caravans.
Josh, Daniel and Tom have been around the caravan market since they were kids and have a great deal of first hand experience in both camper trailer and caravan holidays.
Dave first started in the industry running Viscount Adelaide in the early 80's.
Dave has also sold nearly every brand of caravan on the market, including Jayco, Coromal caravans, Lotus, Leader, Supreme, Jurgens plus Cub Campers, Track Trailers and many other brands. This means that, when you come to Explorer Caravan Sales, you’ll be speaking to a team who know the market, the products and the lifestyle.
Carefully Chosen New Caravan Brands
Explorer Caravan Sales have carefully chosen Viscount Caravans and Design RV’s as their two new caravan brands.
These two make’s offer great value, choice and are high quality 100% Australian made products.
We Have The Real Life Experience
Having spent so long in the industry we’ve also developed a healthy enthusiasm for caravanning. We understand what you’re looking for is more than just a caravan but a lifestyle. Our experienced staff will make sure you’ll end up in the van that’s the right fit for you. We’re committed to helping you every step of the way.
Dave at the Dave Benson Caravans Opening, October 1994
Dave and Family at the Explorer Caravan Sales opening August 2020
Our new Caravan Brands
We offer a range of excellent caravans from the classic brand Viscount and the exciting new Design RV. Both ranges include a fantastic selection of layouts that offers something for everyone. Whether you’re after a family caravan or an offroader for two, we’ve got it at Explorer Caravan sales.
Ideal For First Time Buyers & Young Families
The Covid 19 pandemic has removed the opportunity for couples and families to travel to many popular overseas holiday destinations.
So many South Australians want to holiday in Australia for their major getaway. The best way to do this is in a caravan.
Our range is built for a younger more vibrant market, who want value, features and flare.
If you are new to the caravan market, you have to check out these amazing new brands to the Adelaide market.