Built for Australia

Global expertise.
Australian finishing.

International manufacturing. Australian finishing, compliance and quality control. Built to applicable Australian Standards. Made for Australian conditions.

Our story

Small trailer.
Big beginning.

IWANA started with one handmade wooden trailer, two dreamers with a love for the open road, and a belief that the journey matters as much as the destination. Every trailer we build today still carries that same spirit.

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Cromer, NSWHome base

2Founder-designers

100%Australian owned

HandmadeWhere it began

How it started

Our first trailer.

Here it is — the one that started it all. Our very first trailer, handmade from pure wood and brimming with rustic charm. It was more than just a project — it was our dream taking shape, and every inch of it reflects simplicity, creativity and a deep connection to nature. It reminds us of where we began, and why we fell in love with this journey.

Hands installing a wooden drawer knob on the first IWANA trailer — Every knob, hand-fitted.

Building the first IWANA trailer in the workshop — Late nights in the workshop, one drawer pull at a time.

Installing hardware inside the first IWANA trailer — Every fitting, hand-installed and hand-checked.

Styled interior detail of the first IWANA trailer, with a cactus hook and cushions — Small details, thoughtfully placed.

The first handmade IWANA trailer parked under a tree — Fresh off the build, parked under a gum tree.

Side view of the first handmade IWANA teardrop trailer — The finished shape, ready for the road.

Rear view of the first IWANA trailer showing the rooftop solar panel — Solar on the roof, sun in the tank.

Rear view of the first IWANA trailer with Queensland number plate — QLD plates, ready to roll.

The outdoor kitchen of the first IWANA trailer, open and ready to cook — The outdoor kitchen, ready for its first meal.

Camping under the awning on the first IWANA trailer's first night out — The first night away — awning up, lanterns on.

Sharing lamingtons and treats from the first IWANA trailer tailgate — Sharing lamingtons with the neighbours.

Family relaxing inside the first IWANA trailer during a movie night — Movie night, packed in tight.

Family napping inside the first IWANA trailer — An afternoon nap, coral reef on the screen.

A child laughing inside the first IWANA trailer — What it was always for.

Travel with purpose

We're more than trailers — we're a community.

We're a lifestyle on wheels, inspiring the way people travel, connect and embrace the outdoors. Born from the passion of Marianella and Ana — two dreamers and designers with a love for the open road — IWANA is a tribute to the spirit of exploration and the beauty of simplicity.

Meaningful adventures

To inspire journeys that matter, whether near or far.

A connection to nature

To create a genuine connection between people and the outdoors.

A home on the road

To design spaces that feel like home, no matter where the road leads.

Crafted with heart

Every detail, made to matter.

Our trailers are not just vehicles — they're a canvas of innovation, tradition and timeless design. From fully customisable layouts to eco-conscious materials, every detail is designed to enrich your journey and align with our commitment to sustainability. This is more than travel. This is a movement. This is IWANA Trailer.

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The IWANA family

Thoughtful design for life outdoors

IWANA Australia is IWANA Trailer’s sister brand, bringing the same love of considered design and time outdoors to a different kind of adventure.

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IWANA knowledge

Designed in the studio. Explained in plain English.

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About IWANA | Lightweight Campers in Cromer, Sydney

Global expertise.Australian finishing.

Small trailer.Big beginning.