RV rental in Melbourne

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

Pick up a campervan in Melbourne and you're in the ideal place to start an adventurous road trip in Victoria or further afield. Spend a few days enjoying the attractions of the city before heading off to cruise along the Great Ocean Road admiring the beautiful scenery as you go. Or, head south to explore the delights of Phillip Island. Campervans hired in Melbourne are in high demand during the peak season of November to March. As this is one of the best periods for enjoying a road trip, CamperDays suggests booking your campervan rental in Melbourne at least three months in advance. By doing so, you'll get the pick of vehicles and dates as well as the best price deals. Don't worry about committing yourself so early. Should your vacation dates change, there are no charges for altering your reservation. Your booking also comes with a fair and transparent cancellation policy and the helpful support of the CamperDays customer service team. With a vacation in a camper hired in Melbourne, your time is your own. You can set your own itinerary and enjoy the fun of waking up somewhere different every day. Camper vacations are also very budget-friendly. To check this, compare their cost with the total cost of booking car rental and hotel accommodation along with the price of regular dining out. If you save money when booking your vacation, you can afford to stay longer!

Useful Tips for Camping in Melbourne

It is recommended to visit Melbourne from March and May or September to November. During this time the weather is quite pleasant with moderate temperatures. These are the perfect weather conditions for walks and bicycle rides.

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  Outdoor Activities

  Melbourne is the place to be for enjoying great outdoor activities. You can go on lots of scenic walks in one of the nearby 9 national parks such as Organ Pipes National Park or Yarra Ranges National Park.

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  Beach Holidays

  In and around Melbourne there are lots of glorious beaches to visit. The sea during the summer is around 17°C - 18°C, which is perfect for a refreshing swim.

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  Winter Holidays

  You can enjoy lots of winter sports near Melbourne. If you like snowboarding, skiing or you would like to go for a walk in the snow make sure you visit Mount Buller or Lake Mountain. The best time of year to visit is June to September.

Best Campervan Routes

Here at CamperDays we aren’t only campervan experts, as we also like to share our knowledge on some of the best campervan routes around Melbourne. Below you will find a small list of campervan routes:

• The Great Alpine Road

This route crosses 339 km (210 miles) of mountain ranges, lush forests and fantastic waterways. Starting at Wangaratta drive through the Ovens Valley to Harrietville, over Mount Hotham and down to the Gippsland lakes. The Great Alpine Road is accessible all year round and is ideal for campervans.

• Great Ocean Road

This is one of Australia’s most picturesque routes. It is around a 3 hour drive and it is roughly 250 km (155 miles). Along this route you will see fabulous beaches, forests and breathtaking sandstone cliff formations. You will start in Torquay, then head over to Lorne and Apollo Bay, before heading inland through the Otway National Park.

• The Grampians

The perfect route for adventure seekers is just three hours away from Melbourne. On this route there are lots of places to stop off and go hiking. For spectacular views make sure you hike to the summit of Mount Rosea or Briggs Bluff. You can then continue your journey to MacKenzie Falls to visit one of the largest waterfalls in Victoria.

Things To Do and See

• Mount Baw Baw: there are 15 pistes, 7 ski lifts, two toboggan areas and lots of places to go for a walk in the snow. Over a third of the slopes are aimed at beginners, which makes Mt. Baw Baw an ideal destination for those who would like to learn how to ski and snowboard.

• Philip Island: an ideal destination for anyone who loves wildlife. Here you can see penguins and thousands of Australian fur seals up close as well as koalas and kangaroos. The island also has idyllic beaches and lots of scenic walks, which makes it the perfect destination for exploring.

• Great Otway National Park: you can truly enjoy the great outdoors in this national park. You can take in the stunning coast by going on the Great Ocean Walk. This national park is also well known for steep forested ridges, deep valleys, green forests and spectacular waterfalls and lots of great places to go walking.

• Sorrento Beach: one of the safest and most relaxing beaches in Western Australia. The beachfront is 600m, which offers plenty of space for visitors to relax. The beach has soft, white sand and the water is quite calm which is perfect for going swimming.