Campervan Hire in Broome

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A range of vehicles is available - from 4WD campers to spacious motorhomes with a shower and toilet.

The daily rate for hiring a motorhome in Broome is approximately $120 to $450/day for most campers. Prices are dependent on availability, length of booking and camper model, which range from smaller vehicles like the Cheapa Hitop to larger models such as the Maui River Elite.

As the only sizeable town for miles (and miles and miles) around, Broome is a logical starting point to explore Northwest WA in a campervan. Some of Australia’s most jaw-dropping coastlines and outback sites are found in this remote, far-flung region. And with excellent campervan infrastructure—dump points, camping grounds, water refills, etc.—aplenty, a motorhome is the ideal way to explore. It’s also possible to hire a motorhome in Broome and drop it off in Perth or in Darwin.

The cheapest time to hire a campervan in Broome is during the off-peak travel season, typically between January and March, due to increased rain activity during monsoon season.

Peak season, which also coincides with the dry season, will see the heftiest rental rates, especially from June to August.

While there are no campervan hire companies directly at Broome Airport, suppliers such as Britz, Maui and Apollo are based at 10 Livingstone Street, about 3 km from the airport.

Savvy travellers can reduce their daily expenses even further with the following thrifty tips:

• Book early: Broome is in hot demand during the high season (May-Sep). Book your vehicle early to snag the best possible rate.
• Avoid school holidays: WA school holidays entail massive demand for rental companies and holiday parks, which causes prices to soar.
• Compare rates: Camper Champ compares prices from multiple rental companies to help you find a great deal.
• Downsize: A petite budget-friendly campervan or basic 4WD will save you big bucks on rental fees.
• Look for extras: Ensure added extras like levelling ramps and camping chairs are included in your rental rate, so you don’t have to buy them separately.
• Plan a realistic itinerary: WA is enormous. Focusing on a smaller region and avoiding backtracking will save you stacks of fuel.
• Head back to Broome: Dropping your camper off at the pick-up point works out cheaper than travelling one way.
• Plan your refills: The PetrolSpy app gives you up-to-date information on the cost of fuel at every service station in the state.
• Self-cater: Stock up at large supermarkets in major towns and cook your own meals.
• Free camp: Find free campsites in-between destinations (there are plenty of rest areas alongside highways).
• Consider a national park pass: It might work out cheaper than paying individually at each park.
• Explore outdoors: Minimise tours and ticketed attractions. Hiking and swimming don’t cost a dime.

Broome and the Kimberley have a hot/semi-arid tropical climate with a wet and dry season.

As you’ve probably guessed, the best time to visit is the dry season, which usually runs from May to October. Warm days, balmy evenings, and minimal rain ensure a pleasant campervan experience. The rest of the Kimberley has a similar climate, although some inland regions still get stifling hot during the day.

June to August are the best months when you can expect average daily temperatures of around 29°C / 14°C.

The wet season (Nov-Apr) sees few visitors in Broome, which means lower rental rates. However, you’ll have to contend with regular rainfall, lacklustre nightlife, and heightened humidity. The heaviest downpours occur between January to March. Avoid travelling across the Kimberley during the wet season, as even the paved highways may become inaccessible.

The climate becomes less tropical as you travel down the west coast. Nonetheless, the ideal travel season remains almost the same. Aim to explore hotspots like Ningaloo, Coral Bay, and Shark Bay between March and October, which entail sunny but not-too-hot days and comfortable nights.

If you’re keen to see Western Australia’s spectacular wildflowers, the peak blooming season runs between July and October. Cape Range National Park is your best bet to spot colourful floral fields in Northwest WA.

For travellers seeking to swim with whale sharks, late March to late July is the best time to visit Exmouth—May offers the most frequent sightings.

Allow two or three days to soak up the magic of Broome and check out the top sites in town.

About a month is the ideal timeframe for a comprehensive Kimberley itinerary. However, if you focus on the highlights and stick close to the highway, you could enjoy an epic outback adventure in one or two weeks. The same timeframe also works if you’re tackling the rugged Gibb River Road in a 4WD.

Exploring the western coastal route down to Shark Bay is doable in 10 to 14 days. Whittle down your itinerary or add extra time if you want to tack on a detour via Karijini National Park.

While you could explore further south than Shark Bay, you’d have to drive all the way back or pay a hefty one-way drop-off fee. For reference, Broome to Monkey Mia (Shark Bay) is a 20-hour one-way drive.

As Broome is a small and fairly spread out town, there’s no shortage of places to park. Most parking in town is free, though time limits apply in some areas. At Broome airport, the first 30 minutes in the car park are free.

Some bays in the Chinatown district have time limits ranging from 15 minutes to 3 hours. Unrestricted parking bays are scattered around the rest of town. See the Shire of Broome parking map if you’re struggling to find a suitable spot.

The visitor centre has several large parking bays suitable for big motorhomes. Travellers are welcome to leave their rigs there all day.

Vehicle break-ins frequently occur in Broome, even during the day. Park your campervan in busier areas, and don’t leave it unattended for too long.

Some of the top-rated Broome holiday parks include Cable Beach Caravan Park, Tarangau Caravan Park, and RAC Cable Beach Holiday Park. When supply outstrips demand in peak season, the Shire may authorise temporary caravan/camping facilities—check current Shire information for locations and availability.

Expect to pay between $40 and $60 per night for a site, or more if you want a powered site or water hook-ups.

There is no free camping in the Shire of Broome, which includes sleeping in a vehicle, tent, caravan, swag etc. Camping is only permitted in designated caravan parks or camping grounds or temporary caravan park facilities when available.

The closest rest area to the city is the Roebuck Rest Stop, a 30-minute drive away. However, rest areas are intended to manage fatigue rather than for camping.

Famed for its fantastic views, this super-scenic rest area is a top spot to overnight on the way to Karijini. Plenty of space means everyone can spread out, while elevated sites give you breathtaking views straight from your campervan. Energetic campers should tackle the steep hike to the top of the hill.

Price: free

Amenities: bins, picnic table

Overlooking the crystalline waters of Shark Bay, this old-school holiday park boasts top-notch amenities and well-kept grounds. Staff are super accommodating, and some sites sit right beside the beach.

Price: from $45 per site per night

Amenities: toilets, showers, potable water, powered sites, bins, camp kitchen, ensuite sites, dump point

Grassy sites and greenery are a rarity in this part of the world—but Eighty Mile Beach Caravan Park somehow delivers. Although a little dated, the park has all the essentials for a comfy stay. Follow the crowds onto the beach for a nice cold lager at sundown.

Price: from $40 per site per night

Amenities: toilets, showers, drinking water, powered sites, BBQ, camp kitchen, laundry, WiFi

The locals fought long and hard to save this iconic spot from large-scale gas development. And upon glimpsing its ochre-red cliffs and turquoise waters, it’s not hard to see why. There are zero amenities to speak of, but James Price Point is among the prettiest campsites in WA.

Price: free

Amenities: none

On the southern end of Kununurra, this fabulous holiday park reels in the punters for its lush lagoon. Guests get the full Kimberley experience, from bulbous boab trees to croc spotting and squawking birdlife. All this comes with excellent amenities a stone’s throw from the town centre.

Price: from $48 per site per night

Amenities: toilets, showers, powered sites, BBQ, camp kitchen, laundry, gas refills, pull-through sites, dump point

Rest areas don’t get much better than this. Instead of a nondescript tarmac car park metres from a busy highway, you get to camp right alongside a lofty outback cliff. Needless to say, the views are next-level. If you’d rather chill out by a river, try nearby instead.

Price: free

Amenities: toilets, bins, picnic table, dump point

As the most spectacular campsite in Cape Range National Park, tales of Osprey Bay travel far and wide. Like most in Cape Range, this spot is so popular it books out months in advance, so get in early or hope for a cancellation. Aside from the next-level views, you can expect to spot turtles flapping about offshore.

Price: $15 per adult per night

Amenities: toilets, bins, picnic tables/benches

North of Carnarvon lies a string of stunning seaside campsites, the first—and most accessible—of which is the Quobba Blowholes. The sites sit behind dunes for shelter from the wind, and there’s excellent snorkelling just offshore. Don’t leave without stopping to watch the blowholes in action—stand well back when the swell is big.

Price: Day pass $10 per vehicle (up to 6 people); Camping $30 per site per night (up to 6 people) + bookings required.

Amenities: bins, toilets, campfires generally allowed May–Sept only if contained in a suitable fire pit (BYO); check fire restrictions/signage.

Gnarled boab trees, jagged rocky quarries, and crisp freshwater pools make this epic Kimberley free camp a destination in itself. The road heading in can get rough but is usually doable with a 2WD. Take a wander around the site to see if you can find hidden caves.

Price: free

Amenities: none

Your best bet in Broome, Tarangau Caravan Park offers spacious sites, heaps of shade, and great amenities for a reasonable price. Cable Beach is an easy two-minute drive away.

Price: from $28

Amenities: toilets, showers, drinking water, powered sites, bins, BBQ, camp kitchen, laundry, gas refills, dump point

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