RV rental in Australia

Why is it worth booking an RV rental in Australia early?

Open roads, landscapes of bush, desert, and forest, awesome rock formations, and buzzing city life are just part of what makes a camper hire for an Australia road trip so wonderful. Add in endless night skies and stunning coastlines and it adds up to a truly magical vacation. With a campervan in Australia, you can really enjoy this huge and varied country at your own pace. You can pick up a campervan hire in Australia at any time of the year, but the most popular season is between October and March, which is Australia's spring and summer. With demand for camper rentals in Australia high during this period, CamperDays recommends reserving your vehicle well in advance. That way, you guarantee getting the vehicle and dates of your choice. Don't worry if you have to alter your dates, your booking comes with fair cancellation conditions and no extra charge for reservation changes. Add up the cost of hotel rooms, car hire, and dining out and you'll see just how budget-friendly your vacation is when you choose a camper in Australia. Your campervan really is a comfortable mini hotel and restaurant on wheels! Still not convinced? Have a chat with the friendly and knowledgeable CamperDays customer service team.

Most booked companies for a campervan rent in Australia

With several rental depots across Australia, it's easy to find a campervan to suit your vacation needs. CamperDays rental partners are 100% professional and offer a range of safe, modern, and comfortable vehicles.

Spaceships

With stations across Australia including Sydney, Melbourne, and Brisbane renting a Spaceships campervan gets your road trip off to a great start. Bonuses include unlimited mileage and 24/7 pick-up and drop-off.

Jucy Rentals

Pick up your green Jucy Rentals vehicle from Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Adelaide, Cairns, or the Gold Coast. Jucy campervans come in two and four-berth models.

Cheapa Campa

Cheapa Campa has depots at main airports such as Sydney, Adelaide, Brisbane, Cairns, Perth, and Darwin, Melbourne. Dogs are allowed in all vehicles which sleep from two to six people.

Hippie

Pick up a hippie van from an international airport such as Sydney, Adelaide, Cairns, Brisbane, Darwin, and Perth, and hit the summer festival circuit. Hippie happily rents to younger drivers and has compact vehicles perfect for solo travelers, couples, and small families.

Apollo

Pick up your Apollo campervan in Australia from several main cities including Sydney, Melbourne, Cairns, Darwin, Perth, and Alice Springs. All vehicles are pet-friendly and sleep from two to six people.

Mighty Campers

Mighty Campers has vehicles from compact two berths to large six-berth models. Collect from depots across Australia including Sydney, Perth, Adelaide, and Melbourne.

Britz

With pick-up and drop-off points in Broome, Alice Springs, and Darwin as well as major cities such as Sydney and Melbourne, Britz gets your Australian road trip off to a flying start. Pick compact vehicles for singles and couples while six-berth campers are perfect for families.

Maui

With more than eight pick-up points including Sydney, Perth, Darwin, Cairns, Alice Springs, and Melbourne, creating the perfect road trip in a Maui campervan is easy. Maui vans can sleep from two to six people.

Star RV

You can start and finish your Australian road trip with Star RV at depots in Sydney, Brisbane, Cairns, and Melbourne. Star RV has smaller models perfect for two or large homes on wheels that can sleep a family of seven.

Travellers Autobarn

Travellers Autobarn is one of the few RV rentals in Australia with a pick-up point in Byron Bay adding extra flexibility to your road trip vacation. All of its vehicles are custom-built and designed to sleep two to four people.

Useful Tips for Camping in Australia

It is recommended to visit Australia from September to November or March to May as it is not too hot nor too cold. You can drive a campervan in Australia if you have a valid UK passport and a full driving licence and you are aged 21 or over.

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  Outdoor Activities

  Australia has an abundance of outdoor activities, which will leave you spoilt for choice. During your stay you can go surfing, snorkelling or enjoy lots of walks discovering the beautiful scenery and wildlife.

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  Beach Holidays

  Australia’s beaches are world famous and they are known for their white sands, cleanliness and crystal clear waters. The coast in the Northern Territory has the warmest water temperatures which are around 28°C to 32°C.

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  Winter Holidays

  isit New South Wales and Victoria during June to August to hit the slopes. Here you can enjoy skiing or snowboarding or enjoy lots of winter walks in the snow in the Australian Alps.

Best Campervan Routes

Here at CamperDays we aren’t only campervan experts, as we also help customers to get the most out of their holiday. Below you will find a small list of campervan routes in Australia:

• Great Green Way, Cairns – Queensland
  You can explore Queensland’s tropical north on this route. You will see endless beaches, palm trees, the Great Barrier Reef, rainforests and waterfalls. The route is 284 miles and it stretches between Cairns and Townsville.

• Great Ocean Road – Victoria
  This is one of Australia’s most scenic routes. It is around a 3 hour drive and it is roughly 155 miles. Along this route you will see fabulous beaches, forests and breathtaking sandstone cliff formations. You will start in Torquay, then head off to Lorne and Apollo Bay, before heading inland through the Otway National Park.

• South Coast – New South Wales
  On this route you will get to see lots of bays, lakes and ocean beaches. You can enjoy activities such as swimming or fishing. Just to the south of Sydney this route starts at the Royal National Park and it takes you on the 249 mile route to Eden.

Driving in Australia

• In Australia they also drive on the left just like in the UK. The vehicle in front of you has right of way when two lanes merge into one. It is illegal to use your horn unless absolutely necessary.

• In Australia toll charges may vary depending on payment method, vehicle and location.

• It is not recommended to drive around remote places at night as most of Australia’s wildlife is nocturnal and in case of any problems it can take several hours for roadside assistance to arrive.

• The following speed limits apply when driving in Australia: cities and towns 40-60 km/h (24-37 mph) motorways and country roads 80-110 km/h (49-68 mph).

Things To Do and See in Australia

• Blue Mountains: The Blue Mountains National Park is just an hour’s drive away from Sydney. For anyone that loves outdoor activities this is the destination for you, as you can enjoy hiking, mountain biking and lots of picturesque walks where you can see lots of incredible wildlife. This area is famous for its outstanding natural beauty.

• Cape Le Grand National Park: is known for its ancient, rugged coastline with large granite outcrops and its picture perfect white beaches. Inland you can discover rolling heathlands that are home to western grey kangaroos and a diversity of colourful wildflowers including banksia. This national park is perfect for swimming, surfing, fishing and going on a boat ride.

• Uluru: This world famous landmark is located in the Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park and it is also known as Ayers Rock. This is also a sacred land for the indigenous Australians. Alice Springs is the closest large town which is over 249 miles away. Don’t miss out on some amazing walks in the national park where you can take in the unique scenery of the Australian outback.

• Noosa Main Beach: This beach truly stands out as one of the best beaches to visit on the Sunshine Coast. The golden sands and pristine waters make it a fabulous swimming spot. Here you can spot humpback whales in the distance during their annual migration. Noosa is in an ideal location thanks to its warm climate, which makes it a great place that can be enjoyed all year round.

Popular events in Australia

Melbourne Cup horse race (November): The Melbourne Cup is one of the oldest and most famous horse races. Watch jockeys from all over the world race for over 8 million AUD in prize money.

Sculpture by the Sea, Bondi (October - November): The coastline is transformed into a festival of sculptures, featuring over 100 from Australian and international sculptors. Bring your camera and get some fantastic photos of this free event.

Melbourne International Comedy Festival (March to April): Melbourne is the second largest comedy festival behind Edinburgh. Choose from over 500 shows and experience the next up-and-coming comic.

Vivid Sydney (May-June): Another free event in Sydney. It is described as a festival of light, music, and ideas. Expect the whole city to be lit up and there is also fantastic music from all over the world. Additionally, there are lots of small events scattered around the city.

Campsites in Australia

FAQ

• Do I need a special driving license for a campervan rental in Australia?

  Driving license laws vary from state to state in Australia and some request an International Driving Permit (IDP) as well as your full driving license. Check your terms and conditions when booking for further details.

• Do I need to bring a credit card when I collect my camper rental in New Zealand?

  Yes. Credit card details are held as a damage and security deposit.

• What is the minimum age for driving a camper rental in Australia?

  In Australia, you can legally drive a campervan from 18 years old. In practice, most camper rental companies prefer older drivers and may add a surcharge for drivers under 21.

• Can I travel with children and pets in my camper rent in Australia?

  Most companies are happy to accommodate families although not all vehicles are suitable for child seats. Dogs are often welcome. Check when booking and read the terms and conditions.

• Can I drive anywhere with my camper rental in Australia?

  Some Australian roads are unsuitable for larger campervans. Always check with your rental company when planning your route.

• Can I enjoy wild camping with my camper in Australia?

  Wild camping is strictly forbidden in Australia. There are, however, plenty of designated campsites across the country.