




Looking for the best campervan rental for a road trip? Compare multiple campervan hire suppliers in Townsville.
For a larger range of vehicles, consider picking up a motorhome rental in Cairns or in Brisbane.
Not all vehicles may be available. Use the search tool to check availability for your travel dates.
Yes, it’s standard for most companies to allow an additional driver. This driver and any others must be named on the rental agreement, and there may be a nominal fee.
Additional drivers must also hold an appropriate driver’s licence and must meet driver age requirements.
Not many companies in Australia allow customers to pick up and/or drop off a hire after hours.
Spaceships has an easy after-hours pick-up and drop-off service.
The following companies also allow after-hours pick-up or drop-off, but fees and additional terms may apply: Camperman and Awesome.
Note that this service may not be available in all cities.
Most rental companies offer roadside assistance that is available 24/7 by ringing a local or free number. Mechanical breakdowns are covered by the rental company (for example, engine and electrical faults).
With some suppliers, repairs under $100 (Australian dollars) do not require authorisation and will be reimbursed upon return of the rental (with a GST receipt). However, it’s still recommended to ring roadside assistance for any troubles.
No, most companies will only allow their vehicles to be driven on sealed bitumen roads.
An exception may apply where a supplier explicitly permits travel on unsealed (gravel) roads — check the hire agreement for your chosen supplier.
Hire companies may make an exception for well-maintained access roads to a recognised campsite. However, the distance allowed on these roads may vary (up to 12 km, depending on the supplier). Check the hire agreement for details on the exact allowed distance.
Different rules may apply to 4WD campers.
Note: policies vary from supplier to supplier. Always check the T&Cs for your rental.