Live Your Road Trip Dreams with Campervan Hire in Cairns

Prices for Campervan Rental in Cairns generally range from $42 to $359 per day *

For a more more accurate estimate, tailored to the type of vehicle you are interested in, please refer to the following table:

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A current and valid unrestricted or full car driving license in English or an accredited English translation or an International Driver Permit in addition to their license. Camperman, Jucy, Spacehips and Travellers Autobarn will allow drivers 18 with an Australian Green P Plate (P2) licence. Apollo require the license has been held for more than 2 years.

To view the list of campervan providers and their licence requirements, visit Drivers Licences

Generally 21, however some suppliers such as Camperman, Jucy, Spaceships and Travellers Autobarn have a minimum age of 18 with a full driver's license in English. Camperman, Jucy, Spacehips and Travellers Autobarn will allow drivers 18 with an Australian Green P Plate (P2) licence.

Other providers may lower the rental age to 18 for specific vehicles, Mighty Campers (Highball and Double Down) and Mighty Lite (HiLie & DeLite) drivers can be 18 years of age with a full driver licence.

For further details and information on age requirements, visit Age Restrictions

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All Australia's major camper rental companies have branches in Cairns. These include Apollo, Awesome Campers, Britz, Camperman, Campervan Village, Cruisin, Go Cheap, Jucy Rentals, Maui, Maui Elite, Mighty, Spaceships, Star and Travellers Autobarn.

2WD campervans can only be driven on sealed/bitumen roads. The exception is well maintained access roads of less than 2 kilometres to recognised commercial campgrounds and major tourist attractions, depending on your chosen campervan supplier’s conditions (up to 12kms with Apollo, Britz, Maui and Mighty).

4WD campervans can be driven on recognised tracks, depending on road conditions, weather and distance. Written permission may be required from the rental company for many areas in Australia. Therefore discuss your intended travel plans with the rental provider when picking up your vehicle. Additionally vehicle movements may be restricted in certain areas due to adverse road or weather conditions.

For additional information on road restrictions, visit Road Restrictions

The check-in process usually takes between 40 and 80 minutes depending upon the vehicle. It is strongly recommended to collect your vehicle at least 2 hours prior to the branch closing time.

The check-in process will involve reading and signing the rental agreement. You may be required to watch the campervan introductory instructional video and then a vehicle walk-around demonstration where a staff member will show you the features, appliances, power outlets and how everything works.

For all the tips on campervan hire and managing your booking, check out the DriveNow Handbook - Handbook

The most popular months to pick up a campervan in Cairns are during the dry season between May and November — the best time to travel across tropical Australia. You can expect average temperatures between highs of 26° to 31° and lows 17° to 22° during May-November.

The team at DriveNow have collated all our years of experience in travel, life on the road in a campervan and have created The DriveNow Handbook for the customer. For all the tips on campervan hire, managing your booking, pre travel, during travel and dropping off your campervan, check out The DriveNow Handbook - Handbook

Use DriveNow GRID view for the easiest comparison of Campervan hire vehicles.

Searching and finding the best campervan rental that matches your needs can take time and needs detailed research. That’s why we created the DriveNow GRID. This makes it simple to compare the different Campervan rental companies and their rental fleets, with price and availability all on one easy to view GRID search results page.

With more than 20 years experience in helping travellers find the right vehicle, we designed the GRID view with you in mind to simplify the process, saving you time, and importantly allowing you to more easily find and select the right Campervan, RV or Motorhome.

Other companies LIST vehicles by price, Cheapest to Most Expensive. While this is a great starting point, it does not make it easy to compare and select based on your requirements. Our unique GRID allows you to filter, compare, select and book by

- Vehicle SIZE – 2,4,6 Berth

- Vehicle Features – Shower & Toilet, AC,

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- Price, Discounts and Specials Highlighted.

- Booking and Cancellation Conditions

- Driver Age and Conditions

- Pets Allowed

If you are looking for help to select your Campervan, click on the Grid option when searching for your next Campervan rental.

Yes. You are welcome to travel with your furry friend or comfort pet when hiring a campervan with Apollo, Britz, Jucy, Mighty and Star RV. A pet fee will apply.

Yes. All 6 berth motorhomes come equipped with toilet and shower facilities whilst there are 2 and 4 berth campervans with and without bathroom options.

Yes. One-Way rentals are a common way of exploring Australia and travelling from Cairns down to Brisbane or Sydney is a popular route. Depending upon rental provider and drop-off location there may be a one way fee.

• Where possible it is recommended that you book in advance, especially if you are considering travel during peak periods such as long weekends, Easter, Christmas and School Holidays, or popular destinations vehicles sell out well in advance.
• Customers should consider booking 6 to 8 months in advance to secure the best rate and avoid the disappointment of missing out due to supply being exhausted.
• Here's why;
• Availability
• High demand, limited supply: Campervans are popular, especially in peak seasons (summer, holidays, long weekends, festivals, sporting events). Waiting too long could mean no availability, or being stuck with a vehicle that doesn’t suit your needs.
• Popular destinations get booked out fast.
• Better Prices
• Early bookings usually cost less. Last-minute rentals tend to be significantly more expensive due to limited availability.
• Many companies offer early bird discounts.
• More Choice
• Booking early gives you the best selection of campervan types, layouts, and sizes. Last-minute bookings often leave only the largest or smallest (less practical or more expensive) options.
• Trip Planning
• A confirmed campervan helps lock in your travel plans. It allows you to plan campsites, routes, and activities confidently.
• Some campsites require campervan size/details in advance to reserve spots.
• Peace of Mind
• Especially in high season or remote areas, not having a campervan booked can be stressful. Booking in advance means one less major thing to worry about.

Yes, many of the campervan providers will have an option for you to reduce your bond amount and your accident liability down. The bond amount and the options to choose from will depend on which vehicle you will be travelling in and your campervan provider.

For further information on bonds, accident liability and to reduce your excess, visit Insurance And Excess Reduction

There are 5 petrol stations located on Sherdian Street from the airport through to the city centre which are in close proximity to all the campervan branches.

The most popular route from Cairns to Sydney is down the Bruce Highway tracking alongside the Coral Sea. The journey covers a distance of 2500km and around 27 hours of driving time. Allow yourself 7 to 10 days at least to soak up this magnificent coastline, you could easily stretch your holiday out to 2 to 3 weeks.

The best time of year to travel is the dry season, with the optimum period being from June to early September, when there is minimal risk of rainfall. The weather is cooler during the dry season with less humidity which will make the trip much more enjoyable.

The wet season runs from November to April and you will want to avoid travelling at this time of year. With heavy rains and the possibility of cyclones, roads will flood and become impassable.