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Backpacker Campervan Rentals in Cairns

Backpacker Campervan Rental offer cheap and affordable 2-3 berth Campervan Rentals in Cairns, Far North Queensland and right across Australia with pick up available in 8 locations in New South Wales, Victoria, Queensland, South Australia, Western Australia and the Northern Territory.

As part of Australia's largest rental operator Backpacker are able to provide additional benefits such as 24-hour nationwide breakdown assistance, unlimited kilometres, no extra driver fees, and discounts on multiple bookings made in Australia and New Zealand. All campervans come fully equipped with living and sleeping equipment.

Backpacker Campervan Rentals is an ideal travel partner for those travelling through far North Queensland on a budget and looking for the freedom and flexibility that a road holiday offers to explorer and experience the land, people and extraordinary diversity of Australia. Other Backpacker branches can be found in Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Cairns, Darwin, Perth and Alice Springs.

The Backpacker Campervan Rental depot in Cairns is located between the airport and city centre on Sheridan Street. The depot supports the complete range of the Backpacker Campervan Rentals fleet including the Wanderer, Nomad, Breezer and Off-Roader for great Queensland road holidays.

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The links below provide more detailed information on each vehicle. To review and compare the Backpacker Rental Fleet visit our comparison guide for Backpacker Vehicles.

With sleeping for 2 in the flip double bed the Wanderer comes equipped with Fridge, Microwave, shower and toilet ....more

Perfect for 2 adults and a child the Nomad has an overhead single bed with double below and comes with Gas Stove and Grill.... more

Designed on Toyota's Hiace Van the Breezer comes with roof racks, power steering and sleeps 2 comfortably....more

Take the road less travelled with Backpacker's Off-Roader 4 Wheel Drive accommodating 2 adults and a child ....more

Cairns Local Services

Accommodation

If you require accommodation in Cairns before or after picking up your Campervan, our sister website, roomsnow.com.au, has a wide range of discounted hotel, self-catering apartment and motel accommodation covering Cairns and far north Queensland.

Local Holiday Parks

  • BIG 4 - Coconut Caravan Resort cnr Bruce Highway and Anderson Rd Woree, Queensland (ph: 07 4054 6644) 8.5km
  • BIG 4 - Crystal Cascades Holiday Park Intake Road, Redlynch, Cairns, Queensland 4870 (ph: 07 4039 1036) enquiries@crystalcascades.com.au 14km

Supermarkets

Need to stock up before your trip? Both of these supermarkets are less than a kilometre, conveniently close to the Cairns depot and accept all major credit cards. If your trip encompasses travel in the Outback or Country Australia it is strongly recommended to be fully provisioned before you leave. The cost of some every day items does rise when shopping in the more remote parts of Australia.

  • Coles - McLeod and Spencer Streets, Cairns, Queensland (0.45km)
  • Safeway - 103 Abbott Street, Cairns, Queensland (0.45km)

Banks

  • National Australia Bank - McLeod and Spencer Streets, Cairns, QLD (0.45km)
  • Westpac - 63-65 Lake Street, Cairns, Queensland (0.4km)

Petrol Stations

Fuel prices in Australia do fluctuate depending up location, especially in the country. You will notice that prices change during the week and around popular holiday time such as Christmas and the Easter break.

Expect to pay more for fuel in remote locations. If you plan to travel in remote areas it is advisable to keep you fuel tanks topped up as frequently as is possible (the same principle applies to water supplies as well especially in remote areas).

  • BP - L K Motors, Spence & Buchan Streets, Cairns Queensland (0.2km)

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Address Details

  • Address: 411 Sheridan Street, Cairns, Queensland 4870
  • Airport Distance: 4.0km
  • City Distance: 4.0km
  • Taxi Airport Fare: $12
  • Taxi City Fare: $12
  • Business Hours: 8:00am - 4:30pm Daily (closed Christmas Day)
  • Pick up/Drop off: Must be made by 4.00pm
Directions from Cairns Airport
  • Exit Cairns International Airport via Airport Drive and turn left onto Captain Cook Highway
  • Continue along Captain Cook Highway for 3km where it becomes Sheridan Street
  • Total travel time is less than 7 minutes and a distance of 4 kms
  • Depot is shared with Britz and Maui Motorhomes
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On the Road - What's Included

All Backpacker vehicles come well equipped with the essentials. There are some variations depending upon the features of the rental vehicle. In essence you can expect the following:

  • Kitchen: Plates & Bowls, Cups & glasses, Cutlery, Bottle/Can opener, cooking utensils, pans & Frying pan, Kettle and tea towels
  • Living: Dustpan & brush, Bucket & plastic containers, clothes line and pegs, matches, vehicle guides and road maps.
  • Bedding: Pillows, sheets, Sleeping bags or Doona (duvets), bathroom towels. You are welcome to bring your own or use those provided.
On the Road - What's Not

There are optional extras available from Backpacker Rentals including the following, generally charged on a per rental basis these include:

  • Outdoor Table ($22)
  • Outdoor Chair ($12)
  • Awnings ($5 per day with a cap)
  • Fist Aid Kit ($30)
  • baby/Booster Seats ($25)
  • Outback Safety Kit ($95)
  • Satellite Phone ($17 per day + call costs)