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Campervan rental in Hobart is easy with our time-saving comparison tool. Compare major brands to get better prices and peace of mind with hassle-free bookings.

Compare over a dozen campervan rental companies in Hobart. Motorhomes are available from depots a short drive from Hobart Airport (HBA).

Campervan rental rates in Hobart can range anywhere from $40 to $410 per day for the majority of vehicles. Prices depend on availability, length of booking as well as RV type. A wide range of vehicles is available from suppliers in Tasmania, from compact campers such as the Mighty Highball to larger vehicles like the Maui River Elite.

“Tassie,” as the locals call it, also has some of the best RV infrastructure in Australia. Hundreds of picture-perfect free campsites lie peppered around the island, and you’ll find dump points and water refills wherever you roam.

Immense natural beauty, compact geography, and abundant free camps make Tasmania a playground for free-spirited campervan travellers.

Popular Campervans in Hobart

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Apollo Endeavour 2-4 Berth

Endeavour 2-4 Berth

Apollo

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Apollo HiTop

HiTop

Apollo

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Britz 2-Berth Hitop

2-Berth Hitop

Britz

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Britz Action Pod 2-Berth

Action Pod 2-Berth

Britz

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Cruisin 4-Berth HiTop

4-Berth HiTop

Cruisin

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GoCheap Hi Top Campervan

Hi Top Campervan

GoCheap

Manual
GoCheap Tamar

Tamar

GoCheap

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Tasmania Campers Devil Finder

Devil Finder

Tasmania Campers

Manual
Cruisin 4-Berth Seeker

4-Berth Seeker

Cruisin

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Mighty 2-Berth Highball

2-Berth Highball

Mighty

Manual
Leisure Rent 4-Berth HiTop

4-Berth HiTop

Leisure Rent

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Bargain 2-3 Berth

2-3 Berth

Bargain

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Apollo HiTop

HiTop

Apollo

Britz 2-Berth Hitop

2-Berth Hitop

Britz

Mighty 2-Berth Highball

2-Berth Highball

Mighty

Cruisin 4-Berth Seeker

4-Berth Seeker

Cruisin

Leisure Rent 4-Berth 2019

4-Berth 2019

Leisure Rent

Britz 6-Berth Frontier

6-Berth Frontier

Britz

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Hobart Airport Campervan Hire

Can I rent a campervan at the airport in Hobart?

There are several campervan rental companies only a few miles from Hobart Airport, with Britz and Maui only a five-minute walk from the international terminal. Leisure Rent and Tassie Motor Shacks both offer a free shuttle to and from Hobart Airport.

The Self-drive Holiday in Hobart

Renting a camper in Hobart is the most cost-effective and convenient way to explore the southern sections of the state. There’s a wide range of reasons why you should rent a camper in Hobart:

  • Affordable: You’ll get a wallet-friendly vacation with your accommodation and transport expenses rolled into one. Tasmania is a paradise for free camping.

  • Convenience: No need to circle back to your hotel each afternoon—pull up at the nearest campsite to retire for the night. Plus, you’ll have all your belongings in the van with you.

  • Freedom: Explore far-flung regions and draft impromptu itineraries as you go. A motorhome lets you follow the whim of the road.

  • Get close to nature: Overnighting at a scenic campsite brings you closer to nature than a hotel ever could. Don’t forget to look up and admire the twinkling stars.

  • On-board amenities: Drive and sleep in one vehicle. From a fridge full of food to fresh water and clean clothes, everything you need is within easy reach.

When embarking on a motorhome vacation, remember these essentials when driving around Tasmania:

  1. All traffic moves on the left-hand side.
  2. Seatbelts and child restraints are compulsory.
  3. Carry a valid driver's license when traveling.
  4. Drive clockwise on a roundabout.
  5. There are no toll roads in Tasmania.
  6. Watch for wildlife, especially around dawn, dusk, and when traveling at night. Country roads and long stretches of open roads are notorious for crossing wildlife.
  7. The blood alcohol content limit is 0.05%.
  8. Unless otherwise signposted, a 31 mph (50 km/h) speed limit applies to urban roads in Tassie, with the maximum speed limit being 62 mph (100 km/h) for sealed rural roads. School zones also have speed limits reduced to 25 mph (40 km/h) during certain hours on school days. Always pay attention to posted speed limit signs and adjust your speed accordingly.

Travel Tips for Hobart

How can you save money on a camper van vacation in Hobart?

Don't waste your hard-earned cash on an expensive rental car and hotel combo. Renting a campervan in Hobart lets you explore this spectacular state for an affordable rate.

Here's how to cut down your expenses even further:

  • Look for early bird specials: Many rental companies offer rock-bottom deals for well-organized travelers who book ahead.

  • Shop around: Use a tool like Camper Champ to compare prices between Australia's leading rental brands.

  • Skip peak season: The summer school vacations see prices skyrocket and rentals rapidly book out. Travel just outside the peak to snag a better deal.

  • Size matters: Do you need a massive motorhome for a quick two-week trip? A modest, low-cost campervan entails a cheaper rental rate and uses less fuel.

  • Look for added extras: Top rental companies offer essential equipment like cooking facilities and camping chairs. These cost-saving extras mean you won't have to purchase your own.

  • Book a longer holiday: Many rental companies offer tempting discounts for long-term rentals of a month or more.

  • Reconsider one-way rentals: While dropping off your motorhome in Launceston might be convenient, you could save by driving it back to Hobart.

  • Pre-purchase insurance: It's often cheaper than adding on insurance at the pick-up desk.

  • Buy a national park pass: Single-entry park passes are pricey in Tasmania. Grab a holiday pass to save.

  • Minimize backtracking: Plan a rough route to reduce travel miles and save money at the gas pump.

  • Refill accordingly: Use an app like PetrolSpy to identify the cheapest fuel in your area.

  • Free camp: Tasmania boasts Australia's best selection of free campsites.

  • Self-cater: Prepare your own meals to avoid spending big in local restaurants. Good thing your camper comes with a handy little kitchen.

  • Hike: Tasmania is a playground for passionate hikers. If you've got room in the camper, consider bringing a bike, surfboard, or inflatable kayak for more free thrills.

When is the best time to go campervanning in Hobart?

Australia's most southerly state gets notoriously cold. With nothing separating Tassie from Antarctica, you can expect unpredictable weather and ferocious winds.

The exception is summer when balmy temperatures and abundant sunshine bless the island state. The most idyllic season runs between mid-December and mid-March, with average daily highs and lows of 72° and 55° in Hobart. Extended daylight (up to 15 hours per day) and minimal rainfall beckon lengthy outdoor exploration.

Summer, however, attracts the thickest crowds, especially during the Christmas and New Year period and January school vacations.

The spring and autumn shoulder seasons get a bit too chilly for most mainland Americans. Still, if you're accustomed to the cold and don't mind bundling up, neither season is a terrible time to travel (aim for March and November).

Spring brings blooming greenery, while autumn sees the foliage turn. Expect average highs and lows of around 63° and 46° in Hobart, or even colder as you get closer to winter (i.e., May/September).

Winter is the low season for RV travel as rainfall drenches the island and the mercury plummets. Average highs and lows hover at a teeth-chattering 54° / 41° in Hobart, with sub-zero temperatures (and heavy snowfall) typical in the highlands. To stay warm, rent a motorhome with a heater and book holiday parks to plug into their 240v power.

How long do you need in Hobart for an RV vacation?

Frequent visitors and full-time RV travelers agree it takes months to explore every nook and cranny in Tassie. Despite its tiny landmass, the petite state is jam-packed with worthwhile sites.

Nonetheless, it's possible to see the highlights in one or two weeks. A fast-paced campervan traveler could venture down to Cockle Creek and back via Bruny in under a week. The trip to Gordon Dam via Mount Field could take as little as a few days.

On the eastern side, allow at least two-to-three days each for the Tasman Peninsula, Maria Island, and Freycinet.

Wherever you go, know that the rugged mountainous terrain makes drive times longer than anticipated. Add 20% to the timeframe your GPS suggests.

Parking a Campervan in Hobart

What are some of the best places to park a campervan in Hobart?

Hobart is a small, easy-to-navigate city with minimal traffic and plenty of parking spaces.

The City of Hobart Council offers over 2,000 on-street parking bays plus several off-street car parks. Fees for inner-city spaces range from $3 to $5 per hour (many are free outside standard business hours). Pay via credit card, coins, or the EasyPark app.

Centrally located car parks at Dunn Place, the Royal Hobart Regatta, Morrison Street, and Salamanca Place are handy for short-term stays—most have a two or three-hour limit. Try the Macquarie Point Car Park ($11 per day) for low-cost all-day parking near the center. Macquarie Point and Regatta are your best bets for large, motorhome-friendly sites.

For free on-street parking, hit the residential streets in Battery Point near the CBD. Strict time limits apply.

The Parkopedia app is a handy resource for comparing available spaces in real time.

Never attempt to steer a tall motorhome into a multi-story car park—you'll end up wrecking the roof.

Where can you park a campervan overnight in Hobart?

Tasmania might be a free camping paradise, but you won't find any free spots within Hobart. Sleeping overnight on a public street could see you run afoul of council by-laws—it's best to find a designated campsite.

The closest free camp to the city is the Longley Hotel, a 22-minute drive away. Like all hotel free camps, it's kosher to purchase a pint or meal in the attached pub.

Alternatively, the Hobart Showgrounds in Glenorchy has moderately priced sites about a 15-minute drive from the city center.

A bewildering selection of free camps lies scattered around southern Tasmania, many boasting breathtaking views. Some of our favorites include:

  • Cockle Creek, Southwest National Park

  • Arve River Picnic Area, Hartz National Park

  • Bethune Camping Area, Ouse

  • Teds Beach, Lake Peddler

  • Ye Olde Buckland Inn, Orford

  • Dunally Hotel, Dunally

  • Mayfield Bay Campsite, Mayfield

  • Friendly Beaches Campsite, Coles Bay

Paid campsites tend to offer reasonable nightly rates to compete with Tassie's ubiquitous free camps.

How much does campervan entry to a national park in Tasmania cost? Are any permits required?

A valid park pass is required to visit any of the 19 National Parks in Tasmania.

The Parks & Wildlife Service Tasmania charges an exorbitant single-entry day pass fee of $41.20 per vehicle for almost all its national parks. The exception is Cradle Mountain, which costs $25.75 for the day.

But budget travelers needn’t worry. The price structure is merely a ruse to steer sales towards the national park holiday pass. For $82.40, you can get two months of vehicle entry into every Tasmanian park. Therefore, the holiday pass will pay for itself if you visit at least two protected areas.

Tasmanian park pass options are:

  • $41.20 per vehicle for a daily pass valid for up to 24 hrs (excluding Cradle Mountain)

  • 82.40 per vehicle for a holiday pass valid for up to 2 months (including Cradle Mountain)

Annual and two-year passes cost slightly more and include discounts for seniors. No discounts are available on the holiday or single-entry passes.

  • Pro tip: It’s cheaper for a pensioner to purchase a discounted annual pass than a two-month holiday pass.

Most Tasmanian national park campgrounds are free. The exceptions cost between $7 and $16 per site per night, paid in person with cash upon arrival. Honeymoon Campground in Freycinet is so popular you must enter a ballot system to snag a spot during peak season (Christmas, New Year, and Easter).

Top 10 Campervan-friendly Campgrounds near Hobart

Cockle Creek Campground, Cockle Creek

Cockle Creek is at the end of the southernmost road in Australia—and it's a spectacular spot to pull up stakes for the night. You'll find a series of scenic free campsites along the sheltered bay, including the ever-popular Cockle Creek Campground. Once you're done admiring the dreamy view, stretch your legs on the four-hour South Cape Bay trail.

Price: free

Amenities: restrooms, fire pits

Edgar Campsite, Lake Peddler

On the southern end of Lake Peddler, this beautiful secluded campsite is a great place to get away from it all. While you can't camp next to the water (a la Ted's Beach), you won't have to wander far to soak up a splendid lakefront view. Keen adventurers should tackle the strenuous ascent to the summit of Mount Anne.

Price: free

Amenities: restrooms, trash cans, fire pits

Freycinet National Park Campground, Freycinet

As the most convenient campground in one of Tasmania's most sought-after national parks, this spectacular spot is always in demand. During Easter and the peak summer season, limited sites get allocated via a lottery system held several months prior. But don't worry; there are plenty of other options nearby.

Price: from $16 per site per night

Amenities: restrooms, potable water, showers, powered sites, trash cans

Friendly Beaches, Freycinet

One of Tasmania's best beachfront campgrounds, this popular freebie fills up with sun-seekers all summer long. Friendly native animals, a salty sea breeze, and easy-going vibes make it a top spot to kick back for a few nights and unwind. Bicheno is a short drive away should you need to restock the fridge.

Price: free

Amenities: restrooms

Gordon Foreshore Recreation Reserve

A hidden gem, this little-known site boasts some of the best waterfront scenery in southern Tasmania. The gorgeous Gordon Foreshore Reserve overlooks Bruny Island from a sparsely-populated peninsula in the Huon Valley. Respectable amenities and a rock-bottom price add to the appeal.

Price: from $5 per site per night

Amenities: restrooms, trash cans, bbq, dump station

Jetty Beach Campground, South Bruny

Perhaps the best campground on Bruny, this beautiful spot sits on the southern end of the stunning Labillardiere Peninsula. Sites lie beneath a thick throng of leafy trees, from where you can spy the shimmering waters of Jetty Beach. Don’t miss the Cape Bruny Lighthouse while you’re there.

Price: from $10 per site per night

Amenities: restrooms, potable water, fire pits

Mayfield Bay Campsite, Swansea

An East Coast classic, this super scenic spot gives happy campers an epic ocean view. Park right up by the beach and soak up the spectacular scenery or venture inland to seek shelter from the wind. The popular vacation village of Swansea is just up the road.

Price: donation

Amenities: restrooms, fire pits

Mill Creek & Banksia, Tasman National Park

Overlooking Fortescue Bay, this beautiful twin campsite combines the best of both beachfront and forest camping into one. Decent amenities, including a coin-operated hot shower, ensure you won't have to rough it in this remote location. Avid hikers shouldn't miss the trails to Cape Pillar and Cape Hauy.

Price: $13 per site per night

Amenities: restrooms, showers, bbq

Mt Field National Park Campground, Mount Field

Near the visitor center, this well-designed campground straddles a babbling brook and offers plentiful amenities for a reasonable rate. It's the most convenient base for Mount Field adventures, including the Three Falls walk and high-altitude hikes among crystalline tarns. No room? Try Left of Field or the National Park Hotel.

Price: from $16 per site per night

Amenities: restrooms, showers, drinking water, powered sites, bbq, camp kitchen, laundry, trash cans

Teds Beach, Lake Peddler

Could this be the best free camp in Tasmania? Wait until you witness a sunset before you decide. Lining the tranquil shores of Lake Peddler, Ted's is all about those dreamy waterfront views. Campers can park right on the hard-packed sandy beach for the optimal vantage point of this swimmer-friendly lake.

Price: free

Amenities: restrooms, trash cans, bbq, camp kitchen

Hobart Road-trip Itineraries

If you're looking for an unforgettable Australian holiday, consider spending some time in Tasmania. This beautiful island is packed with natural attractions, from the stunning Cradle Mountain National Park to the dramatic landscapes of Freycinet National Park. Hobart, the capital city, offers a wealth of historical and cultural experiences, while the locals are renowned for their friendliness and hospitality. We will take you on a journey through some of the best campervan travel itineraries in Tasmania, highlighting the must-see attractions and lesser-known spots that will make your trip to Tasmania truly unforgettable.

7-Days on the East Coast: Hobart’s Best Hikes and Scenic Drives

7-Days on the East Coast: Hobart’s Best Hikes and Scenic Drives

Here's an easy itinerary designed for travelers who want to spend more time sightseeing and driving less. You'll start in and near Hobart, and then on day two, you'll head north in a loop, returning to Hobart at the end of a relaxing week.

MORE: East Coast 7-Day Itinerary
Two Week Return Trek From Hobart: A True Taste of Tasmania

Two Week Return Trek From Hobart: A True Taste of Tasmania

Highlights include the Port Arthur Historic Site and Coles Bay (which has over 300 days of sunshine annually - more than Gold Coast, Queensland!). You’ll also have time for a cruise on the world-famous Gordon River.

Starting from the capital city of Tasmania, Hobart, we take you north to enjoy the east coast, then west to Launceston and on to the rugged west coast. Then it’s cross-country back to Hobart.

MORE: Tasmania 14-Day Itinerary

Frequently Asked Questions

What kind of license do you need to hire a campervan in Hobart?

Australians need a full and valid (no Learner, Provisional, or Probationary) class C car license to rent a camper in Hobart.

International travellers must have an International Drivers Permit or an English translation of a comparable foreign license.

Drivers under 21 can’t rent a camper in Australia. If you’re under 25, you’ll need to pay a young driver surcharge.

Many rental agencies don’t allow driving on unsealed roads (i.e., the southern parts of Bruny or Cockle Creek). Double-check your route with the company before you go.

Are one-way rentals possible in Tasmania?

Yes, the most popular route is Hobart to [Launceston]((australia/launceston) (or in the opposite direction). Vehicles can also be picked up in Devonport, though the choices there are limited.

Most companies in Tasmania are located in Hobart, and hence the largest selection of campers is available there. As a result, many travelers decide to do a full circuit of the island, traveling one way along the east coast and the other along the west coast of the island.

This allows you to see many of Tasmania's popular tourist attractions, starting with visitor favorites Mount Wellington and Salamanca Market in Hobart City, through the Tasman Peninsula, Freycinet National Park, and Wineglass Bay on the east coast, to Cradle Mountain and the Tamar Valley up north and the Gordon River along the rugged west coast.

Is it better to rent a motorhome in Launceston or in Hobart?

The majority of motorhome rental companies in Tasmania have their branch located in Hobart, so you'll find a wider selection of rental vehicles available there.

Can the RV be fitted with a bike rack?

Not many rental RVs in Australia accommodate a bike rack. Let’s Go Motorhomes allows and hires bike racks (on motorhomes only) while Jucy allows but does not hire bike racks. There is also the option to store a bike inside a larger motorhome rental from Apollo, Cheapa Campa, and Hippie. It’s worth noting that bikes should be kept in a bag if stored inside and extra care should be taken if bringing your own bike rack, where it is allowed

Is RV rental with unlimited mileage available?

Yes, generally unlimited miles are included for standard vehicle rentals in Australia. Limits are placed on some types of vehicles e.g. 4x4 campers. The comparison tool will show you if your preferred vehicle has unlimited miles included or if the mileage is restricted.

Can additional drivers be added to the RV rental agreement?

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 license and must meet driver age requirements.

Note: policies vary from supplier to supplier. Always check the T&Cs for your rental.

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