Cairns Motorhome Rental, Queensland

Compare RV Rentals & Campervan Hire in Cairns, QLD Australia

Cairns clings on to the east of Australian’s northernmost spike in Queensland, an area that spreads over 1,853,000 km² (715,447 mi²) with a population of just over 5 million, about the same size as Melbourne. Putting it another way, that’s a lot of space with no-one in it, which is where Cairns motorhome rentals come into the equation.

Cairns’ huge appeal lies in its perfect location, it’s renown as the gateway to The Great Barrier Reef, of course, but Cairns is also home to glorious beaches, rainforests, national parks and, possibly the most appealing aspect for those seeking adventure, its proximity to raw, unadulterated, countryside. For this reason alone, hiring a motorhome or campervan isn’t an option, it’s mandatory for those intending to leave the tourist trail and get stuck into some proper exploration, miles away from anything accept nature.

Most of us, however, will be renting a motorhome or campervan in Cairns because we want to follow one of the many Great Barrier Reef Drive itineraries, road trips that genuinely offer some of the most spectacular sites in the world.

Cairns is tropical climate city in the north of Queensland, on Australia’s Pacific East Coast. 

You can go online and book your Cairns motorhome rental or campervan hire before you travel, then pick up the keys from your Cairns motorhome rentals, campervan hire and recreational vehicle (RV) rentals point in Queensland, then enjoy the local coastal activities and set off to discover Queensland and the Great Barrier Reef.

Top Motorhome Rental Companies in Cairns, QLD

Campervan hire in Cairns airport, or nearby, is the quickest way of getting from the plane and beginning your trip: there’s no messing about with hotel bookings or finding places to eat, you can just land and set off, but you’d be wise to get familiar with your campervan or motorhome first in Cairns. This is particularly important if you’re intending to 4×4 into the countryside -as we’ve established, Queensland is enormous and sparsely populated- besides, you’d be missing out on the delights of Cairns itself, aside from the enduring wonder of the Great Barrier Reef it boasts fantastic seafood, a lively nightlife and year-round good weather.

For this reason and plenty more besides, you’re not going be able to walk a hundred yards without seeing a motorhome or campervan depot in Cairns, so check out our guide to the top rental companies in Cairns, based on best/good reviews and years of hands-on experience.

Star RV

Star RV luxury Cairns motorhome rentals are a part of the Apollo group, most of their motorhomes for hire in Cairns are VW & Mercedes derived, so you can be sure of quality and reliability. Star RV have depots in the USA, New Zealand with four in Australia (no shortage of experience, then) with the Cairns motorhome hire depot conveniently located a stone’s throw from the airport with a good range of vehicles for all of your travelling requirements.

Cairns Branch: Star RV, 432-434 Sheridan Street, Cairns, Queensland, 4870.

Located 4 km/2.5 mile from Cairns Airport and 5 km/3 mile from Cairns City.

Star RV Cairns opening hours:

• Monday to Friday 8 am to 4 pm,
• Saturday 8 am to 12 pm.
• Office closed Sundays, New Year’s Day, Australia Day, Good Friday and Christmas Day.

Included with Standard Rate:

• Unlimited kms/mileage (except 4WD & Adventure Camper: 300km/day)
• Bedding/Linen
• Kitchen/Cutlery
• 24-hour assistance
• Tourist Info/Maps
• 0-12 months old

Star RV Motorhome Rental Vehicles:

Aquila RV 2 Berth S/T

A 2-berth shower/toilet Aquila RV rental in Cairns that’s been pretty much tailor-made for a couple who want their motorhome hire in North Queensland to contain all the comforts of home, with the addition of automatic transmission to get them around as effortlessly as possible.

• Sleeps: 2 Adults
• Transmission: Auto
• Shower/Toilet
• Cooktop: Gas x 3 hobs
• Microwave
• Fridge/freezer: 80L
• TV
• Length: 7.2m/23’7”
• Width: 2m/6’7”
• Height: 3.2m/10’6”
• Interior Height: 1.9m/6’3”

Hercules 6 Berth RV

The 6-berth Hercules RV rental in Cairns is based on a motorhome staple, the Fiat Ducato. ‘Hercules’ may sound daunting to the inexperienced driver, but they’d be genuinely surprised how manageable this Cairns motorhome rental is on the road, in addition to its spacious accommodation.

• Sleeps: 6 Adults
• Transmission: Auto
• Shower/Toilet
• Cooktop: Gas x 3 hobs
• Oven
• Microwave
• Fridge/freezer: 110L
• Awning
• TV
• Length: 7.8m/25’7”
• Width: 2.3m/7’7”
• Height: 3.6m/11’10”
• Internal Height: 2m/6’7”

Maui Motorhomes

Part of Tourism Holdings Limited (THL) Maui Cairns motorhome rental use vehicles manufactured by Kea Campervans, employing Volkswagen or Mercedes Turbo Diesel motors to get them into the scenery. The Cairns motorhome hire depot is close to the airport where you can shower, relax and purchase refreshments before undertaking your adventure. Their solid fleet of vehicles provide secure, mobile accommodation for couples, friends and families alike, so for motorhome rentals in Cairn, Maui could be for you.

Cairns Address: Maui Motorhomes, 419 Sheridan Street, Cairns, Queensland, 4870

Located 4 km/2.5 mile from Cairns Airport and 3 km/2 mile from Cairns City.

Maui Cairns opening hours:

• 9 am to 3:30 pm (vehicles must be picked up and collected by 2:30 pm; except Friday late nights open to 6 pm).
• Office closed Christmas Day, New Year’s Day, Australia Day, Good Friday.

Included with Standard Rate:

• Unlimited kms/mileage
• Bedding/Linen
• Kitchen/Cutlery
• 24-hour assistance
• Tourist Info/Maps
• 0-2.5 years old

Maui Motorhome Rental Vehicles:

Maui Ultima 2 Berth Campervan

The Ultima 2 berth Maui campervan hire in Cairns is based on a Kea Ultima and is the ideal motorhome rental for North Queensland for two. It’s easy to drive (and park) and comes with all you’d expect from an upmarket apartment.

• Sleeps: 2 Adults
• Transmission: Auto
• Shower/Toilet
• Cooktop: Gas x 3 hobs
• Microwave
• Fridge/freezer: 110L
• Length: 7.2m/23’7”
• Width: 2.4m/7’10”
• Height: 2.8m/9’2”
• Interior Height: 1.9m/6’3”

Maui Cascade Elite Motorhome

The 4 berth Cascade Elite Maui motorhome rental in Cairns is based on a Kea Discovery and is liberally sprinkled with innovative design to release as much space as possible. For four, this motorhome hire in Cairns is more than up to the job.

• Sleeps: 4 Adults
• Transmission: Auto
• Shower/Toilet
• Cooktop: Gas x 4 hobs
• Microwave
• Fridge/freezer: 130L
• Length: 6.6m/21’8”
• Width: 2.8m/9’2”
• Height: 3.4m/11’2”
• Interior Height: 2.1m/6’11”

Maui Platinum River Elite Motorhome

This 6 berth Platinum River Elite Maui RV rental in Cairns is based on a Kea River motorhome is as practical as it looks. It’s been built to whisk 6 adults on their motorhome hire trip from Cairns to Brisbane (for example) with plenty of spare space.

• Sleeps: 6 Adults
• Transmission: Auto
• Shower/Toilet
• Cooktop: Gas x 4 hobs
• Microwave
• Fridge/freezer: 140L
• Length: 7.2m/23’7”
• Width: 2.5m/8’2”
• Height: 3.3m/10’10”
• Interior Height: 2.1m/6’11”

Apollo Campervans

There’s usually a deal or a special rate on Apollo Brisbane motorhome rentals, so they’re always worth your time when it comes to motorhome hire in Cairns, Queensland. Apollo’s fleet use VW, Mercedes & Fiat-derived motors, solid reliable workhorses, designed to ensure that her occupants are generously catered for, whether they’re a couple, mates or relatives. Apollo’s fleet also includes some exotic 4×4 campervans designed to get you closer to nature, too. How close is entirely up to you.

Cairns Branch: Apollo Campervans, 432-434 Sheridan Street, Cairns, Queensland, 4870.

Located 4 km/2.5 mile from Cairns Airport and 5 km/3 mile from Cairns City.

Apollo Cairns opening hours:

• Monday to Friday 8am to 4pm,
• Saturday 8 am to 12 pm.
• Office closed Sundays, New Year’s Day, Australia Day, Good Friday and Christmas Day.

Included with Standard Rate:

• Unlimited kms/mileage (except 4WD & Adventure Camper: 300km/day)
• Bedding/Linen
• Kitchen/Cutlery
• 24-hour assistance
• Tourist Info/Maps
• 0-3 years old

Apollo Motorhome Rental Vehicles:

2 Berth Euro Tourer Campervan

The Euro Tourer Apollo campervan rental in Cairns is suited to a couple who want all the thrill of travelling over Queensland, but without the hassle of having to constantly switch rooms or suffer the discomforts associated with traditional camping. A no brainer, then.

• Sleeps: 2 Adults
• Transmission: Auto
• Shower/Toilet
• Cooktop: Gas x 3 hobs
• Microwave
• Fridge/freezer: 80L
• Length: 7.2m/23’7”
• Width: 2m/6’7”
• Height: 3.2m/10’6”
• Interior Height: 1.9m/6’3”

4 Berth Euro Camper

The Apollo Euro camper rental in Cairns is where you want to be if you’re driving with three of your mates or your family. The onboard kitchen, toilet and shower ensure that you and the crew are well prepared for a good night’s rest when you stop.

• Sleeps: 4 Adults
• Transmission: Auto
• Shower/Toilet
• Cooktop: Gas x 3 hobs
• Microwave
• Fridge/cooler: 110L
• Length: 7.8m/25’7”
• Width: 2.3m/7’7”
• Height: 3.6m/11’10”
• Internal Height: 2.1m/6’11”

6 Berth Euro Deluxe Motorhome

The Apollo deluxe motorhome rental in Cairns manages to pack in three double beds, a bathroom and a kitchen, yet it still feels large enough to be able to comfortably accommodate six adults while they relax in between drives.

• Sleeps: 6 Adults
• Transmission: Auto
• Shower/Toilet
• Cooktop: Gas x 2 hobs
• Microwave
• Fridge/cooler: 110L
• Length: 7.8m/25’7”
• Width: 2.3m/7’7”
• Height: 3.6m/11’10”
• Internal Height: 2.1m/6’11”

2 Berth Adventure Camper

Apollo Adventure camper rental in Cairns starts with this flipped Toyota HiLux that has lost a bathroom in favour of a kitchen, fridge and adventure. Strictly for those who want their Cairns campervan hire to get serious off the highway and in the wild.

• Sleeps: 2 Adults
• Transmission: Manual
• Shower: Solar camp shower bag only
• Cooktop: Gas x 2 hobs
• Fridge: 30L
• Length: 5.4m/17’9”
• Width: 2m/6’7”
• Height: 2.4m/7’10”
• Interior Height: 1.9m/6’3”

2 Berth Trailfinder 4WD Camper

Apollo Trailfinder 4×4 camper rental in Cairns is epitomised by a Toyota Landcruiser 4WD, a renown tough-nut that sets the agenda for this outback hungry rental. The Trailfinder has been built for adventurers who want to cut their own road, not the faint-hearted.

• Sleeps: 2 Adults
• Transmission: Manual
• Shower: Solar camp shower bag only
• Cooktop: Gas x 2 hobs
• Fridge/freezer: 50L
• Length: 5.4m/17’9”
• Width: 1.8m/5’11”
• Height: 2.3m/7’7”
• Interior Height: 1.9m/6’3”

Cruisin’ Motorhomes Australia

The Cairns depot is conveniently located close to the airport and for first timers, those new to a motorhome vacation, Cruisin’ Motorhomes can you to help to settle into your new accommodation with a nearby resort and a simple, tried and tested itinerary. Cruisin’ motorhome rental in Cairns uses Fiat Ducato Turbo Diesel engines (or something similar) to get their fleet into North Queensland and beyond.

If you’re after a range of motorhome rentals in Cairns that garner great reviews, then Cruisin’ could be right up your street.

Cairns Address: Cruisin’ Motorhomes, 397-399 Sheridan Street, Cairns, Queensland, 4870.

Depot is located 3 kms/2 mile from Cairns Airport and 6 kms/4 mile from Cairns City.

Cruisin’ Motorhomes Cairns pick up & drop off times:

• Monday to Friday 8 am-3:30 pm,
• Saturday 8 am-12 pm,
• Closed Sundays.

Included with Standard Rate:

• Unlimited kms/mileage
• Bedding/Linen
• Kitchen/Cutlery
• 24-hour assistance
• Tourist Info/Maps
• 0-4 years old

Cruisin Motorhome Rentals include:

Cruisin 2 Berth Sandpiper Campervan

The Sandpiper 2 berth campervan rental in Cairns manages to look small from the outside yet its large enough to walk through and its open-plan layout provides much more space than it ought. Something to ponder on your campervan rental road trip from Cairns to Brisbane, say.

• Sleeps: 2 Adults
• Transmission: Auto
• Shower/Toilet
• Cooktop: Gas x 3 hobs
• Microwave
• Fridge: 90L
• Awning
• Length: 6.2m/20’4”
• Width: 2.1m/6’11”
• Height: 3.2m/10’6”
• Interior Height: 1.9m/6’3”

Cruisin 4 Berth Seeker Motorhome

The 4 berth Seeker motorhome rental in Cairns is perfect for a family of four adults and a baby/toddler, as there is the option for a booster seat. All you need is neatly tucked away inside so there is plenty of room for everyone to relax in comfort.

• Sleeps: 4 Adults
• Transmission: Auto
• Shower/Toilet
• Cooktop: Gas x 3 hobs
• Microwave
• Fridge/freezer: 190L
• Awning
• Length: 7.2m/23’7”
• Width: 2.3m/7’7”
• Height: 3.5m/11’6”
• Interior Height: 2m/6’7”

Cruisin 6 Berth Deluxe Motorhome

This 6 berth deluxe motorhome rental from Cruisin in Cairns has the same external size as the 4-berth model, yet it somehow manages to sleep six adults without feeling cramped inside. An obvious choice for the larger family or a load of pals.

• Sleeps: 6 Adults
• Transmission: Auto
• Shower/Toilet
• Cooktop: Electric x 1, Gas x 3 hobs
• Microwave
• Fridge/freezer: 190L
• Awning
• Length: 7.2m/23’7”
• Width: 2.3m/7’7”
• Height: 3.5m/11’6”
• Interior Height: 2m/6’7”

Let’s Go Motorhomes

Using Jayco recreational vehicles, a bespoke range of quality campers and motorhomes, Let’s Go Motorhomes are based on Mercedes Sprinter, Toyota HiAce, Fiat Ducato or vehicles powered by Renault Master Turbo Diesels. If that’s not enough to convince you that Let’s Go luxury motorhome rental in Cairns is a solid consideration, then check out the variations of two-to-three berth campervans or motorhomes for hire, and with a bike rack available (fee applies) for most of the fleet, you can even bring your bike.

Cairns Address: Let’s Go Motorhomes, 104 Kenny Street, Cairns, Queensland 4870

Located 8 kms/5 mile from Cairns Airport and 7 kms/4.5 mile from Cairns City.

Let’s Go Cairns pick up & drop off times:

• Monday to Friday: 8:30 am to 3 pm,
• Saturday, Sunday and Public Holidays by appointment only

Included with Standard Rate:

• Unlimited kms/mileage
• Bedding/Linen
• Kitchen/Cutlery
• 24-hour assistance
• Tourist Info/Maps
• 0-4 years old

Let’s Go Motorhome Rentals:

Voyager Deluxe 2 Berth Motorhome

Based on a Jayco Conquest motorhome chassis, The Voyager Deluxe 2 berth motorhome rental in Cairns has a big, walkthrough space for two with virtually nothing left for you to want. You can get a bike rack if you fancy a ride and there is a 24-inch TV if you don’t.

• Sleeps: 2 Adults
• Transmission: Auto/Manual
• Shower/Toilet
• Cooktop: Gas x 2 hobs
• Fridge: 80L
• Awning
• Length: 6.4m/21’
• Width: 2.3m/7’7”
• Height: 3.1m/10’2”
• Interior Height: 2m/6’7”

Conquest Tourer 6 Berth Motorhome

Ideal for all the family, the Conquest Tourer 6 berth motorhome rental in Cairns isn’t short of perks: leather upholstery, a two-door fridge-freezer, four-burner stove and grill, and it’s spacious enough to eat, drink and sleep in without getting under each other’s feet.

• Sleeps: 6 Adults
• Transmission: Auto
• Shower/Toilet
• Cooktop: Electric x 1, Gas x 3 hobs
• Fridge/freezer: 180L
• Awning
• Length: 8m/26’3”
• Width: 2.4m/7’10”
• Height: 3.2m/10’6”
• Interior Height: 2m/6’7”

Conquest Royale Luxury 4 Berth Motorhome

Note ‘luxury’. It’s the same from the outside as the already generous Conquest 6 berth, but the 4 berth Conquest Royale luxury motorhome rental in Cairns, based on a Jayco Conquest DX motorhome, provides even more space for you and your lucky team.

• Sleeps: 4 Adults
• Transmission: Auto
• Shower/Toilet
• Cooktop: Electric x 1, Gas x 3 hobs
• Oven
• Microwave
• Fridge/freezer: 180L
• Awning
• Length: 8m/26’3”
• Width: 2.4m/7’10”
• Height: 3.3m/10’10”
• Interior Height: 2.1m/6’11”

Britz Campervan Rentals

Part of Tourism Holdings Limited (thl) Britz affordable Cairns motorhome rentals have a solid fleet of rentals for every occasion. You’re free to enjoy your campervan hire from Cairns to Melbourne (for example) in 4-berth extravagance or hit North Queensland’s off-road scenery with no more than a tent, cooker and nerves of steel. Couples, friends, families are all welcome at Britz, just make sure you know what you want before you head off.

Cairns depot: Britz Campervans, 419 Sheridan Street, Cairns, Queensland, 4870.

Located 4 km/2.5 mile from Cairns Airport and 3 km/2 mile from Cairns City.

Britz Cairns opening hours:

• 9 am to 3:30 pm (vehicles must be picked up and collected by 2:30 pm; except Friday late nights open to 6 pm).
• Office closed Christmas Day, New Year’s Day, Australia Day, Good Friday.

Included with Standard Rate:

• Unlimited kms/mileage (except Outback 4WD & Safari Landcruiser 4WD: 300km/day)
• Bedding/linen
• Kitchen/cutlery
• 24-hour assistance
• Tourist info/maps
• 0-4 years old

Britz Campervan Rentals include:

2 Berth Hitop Campervan

The Britz Hitop campervan in Cairns is based on a Toyota HiAce, not an off-the-peg version, one that’s been transformed into an ideal little 2-berth sleeper for you and your partner. This canny campervan is all about fun and that’s what a vacation is about, right?

• Sleeps: 2 Adults
• Transmission: Auto
• Toilet: Porta potty only
• Cooktop: Gas x 2 hobs
• Microwave
• Fridge/freezer: 60L
• Length: 5m/16’5”
• Width: 2.1m/6’11”
• Height: 2.5m/8’2”
• Internal Height: 1.9m/6’3

Outback 4WD Camper

The Britz Outback 4×4 camper hire in Cairns is a Toyota HiLux, if that doesn’t scream ‘deluxe’ at you it’s for a good reason. This camper is about discovering the parts of North Queensland that get overlooked by all the fancy RV’s.

• Sleeps: 5 Adults
• Transmission: Auto
• Cooktop: Gas x 1 hob
• Oven
• Fridge: 40L
• Length: 5.2m/17’1”
• Width: 1.8m/5’11”
• Height: 1.8m/5’11”

Safari Landcruiser 4WD Camper

If you’re looking for ‘real’ camping then the Britz Safari Landcruiser 4×4 camper rental in Cairns can get you there. A Toyota Land Cruiser is a name more synonymous with desert survival than a scenic drive through Daintree National Park and for good reason.

• Sleeps: 5 Adults
• Transmission: Manual
• Cooktop: Gas x 2 hobs
• Fridge/freezer: 40L
• Length: 4.8m/15’9”
• Width: 2m/6’7”
• Height: 2.4m/7’10”

Mighty Campers

One of nine depots located all over Australia, Mighty Campers rental in Cairns are located close to the airport, providing a variety of travel options for one-way camper hire. Mighty Campers are a part of Tourism Holdings Limited (THL) so it’s a given there is a variety of campervans for hire in Cairns, including less available options such as the two-berth Highball that only requires the driver to be 18, or a three-berth which is ideal for a small family on a budget.

Cairns depot: Mighty Campers, 419 Sheridan Street, Cairns, Queensland, 4870.

Located 4 km/2.5 mile from Cairns Airport and 3 km/2 mile from Cairns City.

Mighty Campers Cairns opening times:

• 9 am to 3:30 pm (vehicles must be picked up and collected by 2:30 pm; except Friday late nights open to 6 pm).
• Office closed Christmas Day, New Year’s Day, Australia Day, Good Friday.

Included with Standard Rate:

• Unlimited kms/mileage
• Bedding/linen
• Kitchen/cutlery
• Pets allowed
• 24-hour assistance
• Tourist info/maps
• 3-10 years old or more

Mighty Camper Rentals include:

3 Berth Deuce Plus Campervan

Mighty camper hire in Cairns have the perfect option for parents with a child, the 3 Berth Deuce Plus has a double bed at the back and a single at the front for the little one, or not so little, it’s large enough to fit grown-ups too.

• Sleeps: 3 Adults
• Transmission: Auto
• Shower/Toilet
• Cooktop: Gas x 2 hobs
• Microwave
• Fridge/freezer
• Length: 7m/23’
• Width: 2m/6’7”
• Height: 2.8m/9’2”
• Internal Height: 1.9m/6’3”

Jucy Campervan Rentals

With a fleet of two to four berth vehicles from Jucy Cairns campervan rentals, that allow you to join in all the fun on your campervan vacation. They’ve six surprisingly varied options and are designed to appeal to holidaymakers or travellers who just want something inexpensive and cool to get them from A to B. Their vehicles perfect for those who don’t fancy having to pay for the privilege of lugging about a big rig and all the hassles that come with it.

Cairns depot: Jucy Rentals, 52 Dutton Street, Cairns, QLD 4870

Located 2 km/1.5 mile from Cairns Airport (CNS) and 8 km/5 mile from Cairns City.

Jucy Rentals Cairns pick up times:

• Monday to Friday 9 am to 4 pm,
• Saturday 9 am to 2 pm,
• Sunday 9 am to 1:30 pm.
• Closed Christmas Day.

Included with Standard Rate:

• Unlimited kms/mileage
• Free shuttle bus from Cairns Airport
• Bedding/Linen
• Kitchen/Cutlery
• 24-hour assistance
• 10 years old or more (re-furbished in last 5 years)

Jucy Campervan Rentals include:

Champ Camper Car

The Jucy champ camper car hire in Cairns is based on a Toyota Estima (or similar) and looks like a regular MPV, except it has a pop-up ‘penthouse’ tent on the roof, a double bed inside and a kitchen in the trunk. Effective, efficient and inexpensive.

• Sleeps: 4 Adults
• Transmission: Auto
• Cooktop: Gas x 2 hobs
• Fridge: 20L
• Roof Top Pop-up Tent
• Length: 4.6m/15’1”
• Width: 1.6m/5’3”
• Height: 2.3m/7’7”
• Internal Height: 1.2m/3’11”

Cheapa Campas

Part of the Apollo Group, expect special rates and hot deals on Cheapa Campas Cairns camper hire. Cheapa employ a variety of donor engines and vehicles -VW, Mercedes, Toyota & Fiat- to conjure up a decent range of budget-conscious campervans for every occasion, including those hankering for a spot of off-road adventuring. For cheap campervan rental in Cairns (where cheap doesn’t mean lousy) check out Cheapa Campas.

Cairns Address: Cheapa Campas, 432-434 Sheridan Street, Cairns, Queensland, 4870.

Located 4 km/2.5 mile from Cairns Airport and 5 km/3 mile from Cairns City.

Cheapa Campas Cairns opening hours:

• Monday to Friday 8 am to 4 pm,
• Saturday 8 am to 12 pm.
• Office closed Sundays, New Year’s Day, Australia Day, Good Friday and Christmas Day.

Included with Standard Rate:

• Unlimited kms/mileage (except 4WD & Trailfinder Camper: 300 km/day)
• Bedding/Linen
• Kitchen/Cutlery
• 24-hour assistance
• Tourist Info/Maps
• 3-6 years old

Cheapa Campas Rental Vehicles:

2 Berth Cheapa Hitop Camper

This Hitop campervan rental in Cairns is based on a Toyota HiAce and is a great option for a couple on a budget, though that shouldn’t imply that corners have been cut. It sleeps two courtesy of a large double bed and budding chefs will love the kitchenette.

• Sleeps: 2 Adults
• Transmission: Auto/Manual
• Sink
• Cooktop: Gas x 2 hobs
• Microwave
• Fridge/freezer: 60L
• Length: 5m/16’5”
• Width: 1.7m/5’7”
• Height: 2.7m/8’10”
• Interior Height: 2m/6’7”

Cheapa 4 Berth Camper

Coming in the form of a Ford or VW derived campervan with a cabover, the Cheapa 4 berth camper hire in Cairns instantly frees up plenty of space in the walkthrough living/sleeping quarters behind the cockpit, and finished with a shower, toilet, kitchen with space for hanging out.

• Sleeps: 4 Adults
• Transmission: Auto/Manual
• Shower/Toilet
• Cooktop: Gas x 3 hobs
• Microwave
• Fridge/cooler: 110L
• Length: 7.8m/25’7”
• Width: 2.3m/7’7”
• Height: 3.6m/11’10”
• Internal Height: 2m/6’7”

Cheapa 4WD Camper

Ideal for a couple who are intending to head off the highway, the Cheapa 4WD Camper rental in Cairns is based on a rugged Toyota HiLux. There’s loads of room inside and a large awning to enjoy a spot of outdoor socialising, come rain or shine.

• Sleeps: 2 Adults
• Transmission: Manual
• Shower: Solar camp shower bag only
• Cooktop: Gas x 2 hobs
• Fridge: 30L
• Length: 5.4m/17’9”
• Width: 2m/6’7”
• Height: 3m/9’10”
• Interior Height: 1.9m/6’3”

Cheapa Trailfinder 4WD Camper

Appearances alone suggest that this go-anywhere 4×4 means serious business. The Cheapa Trailfinder 4WD camper hire in Cairns is based on a Toyota Landcruiser 4WD. You’ll be sleeping in the pop-up roof tent and the huge awning provides plenty of outdoor space to enjoy the view.

• Sleeps: 2 Adults
• Transmission: Manual
• Shower: Solar camp shower bag only
• Cooktop: Gas x 2 hobs
• Fridge/freezer: 50L
• Length: 5.4m/17’9”
• Width: 1.8m/5’11”
• Height: 2.3m/7’7”
• Interior Height: 1.9m/6’3”

Hippie Campers

Ideally located close to both the airport and the city centre, Hippie Campers Cairns is one of five locations in Australia. They offer three types of campervan for smaller groups, but their California surf-vibe makes them a fun alternative to some of their peers.

Arguably their coolest camper is a re-imagined Mitsubishi Express L300, the 2-berth Hippie Drift; their Hippie Hitop, based on a Toyota HiAce, is both practical and easy to use for a couple and if you’re travelling with young kids, check out the Hippie Endeavour.

Cairns Address: Hippie Campers, 432-434 Sheridan Street, Cairns, Queensland, 4870

Located 4 km/2.5 mile from Cairns Airport (CNS) and 5 km/3 mile from Cairns City.

Hippie Campers Cairns opening hours:

• Monday to Friday 8 am to 4 pm,
• Saturday 8 am to 12 pm.
• Office closed Sundays, New Year’s Day, Australia Day, Good Friday and Christmas Day.

Included with Standard Rate:

• Unlimited kms/mileage
• Kitchen/Cutlery
• 24-hour assistance
• Tourist Info/Maps
• 3-6 years old

Camperman Australia

Camperman Cairns have the equivalent of a campervan Swiss Army knives in the form of the Paradise (the only one available with a bathroom) and the Juliette, a pair of 3 to 5-berth Toyota HiAce models that have been suitable converted to accommodate 5 people; both only sleep 4 inside, so at least one of you gets the accompanying tent. For those not interested in tent options, the Family will sleep 5, the Jade and Maxi, 3. Note the waived one-way and toll fees, it could be a budget game-changer.

Cairns Airport Office: Camperman Australia, 440 Sheridan Street, Cairns North QLD 4870, Australia.

Located 3 km/2 mile from Cairns Airport (CNS) and 5 km/3 mile from Cairns CBD.

Camperman Australia Cairns pick up/drop off hours:

• Monday to Friday 8 am to 5 pm,
• Saturday 8 am to 12 pm.
• Office closed Sundays & Public holidays unless by prior arrangement

Included with Standard Rate:

• Unlimited kms/mileage
• All-inclusive rates (full insurance with low excess)
• Bedding/Linen
• Kitchen/Cutlery
• 24-hour assistance
• One-way fee
• Automatic road toll payment
• Tourist Info/Maps
• 3-10 years old or more

Kangaroo Campervan Rentals

This family-run business has been hiring out campervans for over a quarter of a decade, so they should know a thing or two about your Cairns road trip. Kangaroo Campervan Rentals Cairns have four campervans to choose from, two models – the economy poptop and the HiTop – will accommodate 2 to 3 people but without onboard bathrooms facilities.

The 4-berth Sherwood and the 6-berth Sofala both have toilets and a shower and on account of their ages (all of Kangaroos’ fleet are between 2002-2007) are even affordable for those on a budget.

Cairns Depot: Serviced non-depot location

Included with Standard Rate:

• Unlimited kms/mileage
• Bedding/Linen
• Kitchen/Cutlery
• 24-hour assistance
• Tourist Info/Maps
• 3-10 years old or more

Calypso Campervan Rental

Calypso Campervan Rental Cairns is ideal if you’re after a smaller campervan, their largest camper, the Riverina is a 3 to 4 berth Toyota HiAce, and 3 of you have a choice of three more Calypso/HiAce rentals, the Sturt, the Princes and the FunKampa.

It’s worth noting that all are tellingly labelled ‘2/3’ berth, which means that space may be limited for 3, but don’t be deterred, it may also imply that you could save yourself some serious coin for the sake of a bit of leg-room and Calypso’s packaged deals are definitely worth further investigation.

Cairns Address: Calypso Campervan Rental, 15 Douglas Street, Manunda QLD 4870

Located 6 km/4 mile from Cairns Airport (CNS) and 5 km/3 mile from Cairns City.

Calypso Campervan Cairns pick up/drop off hours:

• Monday to Friday 9am to 3pm,
• Saturday 9 am to 12 pm,
• Office closed Sundays & Public holidays

Included with Standard Rate:

• Unlimited kms/mileage
• Bedding/Linen
• Kitchen/Cutlery
• 24-hour assistance
• Tourist Info/Maps
• 5-10 years old or more

Awesome Campers

If the prospect of manoeuvring a campervan down the highway is a little daunting, or if you just want something thing a little less campervan-like, then Awesome Campers Cairns are the specialists in providing converted MPV’s for all of your campervan-related needs, save bathroom facilities. All of them come with a double bed, portable cooker, sink and 10-litre water tank and, to make them even easier to drive, power steering. Only the colourful Classic has an Esky instead of a fridge, though we’re fairly you won’t mind, having put your aesthetic sensibilities first.

Cairns Airport Depot: Awesome Campers, 397 Sheridan Street, Cairns North QLD 4870, Australia.

Located 3 km/2 mile from Cairns Airport (CNS) and 6 km/4 mile from Cairns CBD.

Awesome Campers Cairns pick up/drop off hours:

• Monday to Friday 11 am to 4 pm,
• Saturday 9 am to 1 pm,
• Office closed Sundays, New Year’s Day, Australia Day, Good Friday and Christmas Day.

Included with Standard Rate:

• Unlimited kms/mileage
• Bedding/Linen
• Kitchen/Cutlery
• 24-hour assistance
• Tourist Info/Maps
• 7-10 years old or more

Driveabout Campers

One of Australia’s oldest campervan rental companies on the list, Drivabout Campers have six branches dotted over New South Wales and Queensland, and Drivabout Campers Cairns offer free transfers to and from the airport. In addition to waiving drivers fees and offering fully comprehensive insurance, Drivabout Campers keep rental cost super low by offering a fleet of vehicles, seven 2 to 5 berth varieties, of a certain age. Don’t let this put you off though, most of their fleet derives from the bullet-proof Toyota HiAce. You could snag a proper bargain with Drivabout.

Cairns Branch: Serviced non-depot location

Included with Standard Rate:

• Unlimited kms/mileage
• Bedding/Linen
• Kitchen/Cutlery
• 24-hour assistance
• 7-10 years old or more

Lucky Rentals

‘No’ seems to be a keyword when it comes to Lucky Rentals, Cairns, but you’ll be pleased to know that this is good news. Lucky says no to booking fees, branding stickers and, possibly the most tantalising ‘no’ for younger travellers, age restrictions. Lucky Rentals offer two options of 2-berth vehicle: The Rookie is a Toyota Estima that’s been converted into a campercar, and a good old Toyota HiAce offers the prospect of budget travel but with more space. So, why not say yes to Lucky Rentals.

Cairns Branch: Lucky Rentals, 107 Bunda Street, Portsmouth, QLD 4870, Australia.

Located in downtown Cairns and 7 km/4.5 mile from Cairns Airport (CNS).

Lucky Rentals Brisbane office hours:

• Monday to Friday 9 am to 4:30 pm,
• Saturday & Sunday 9 am to 1 pm

Included with Standard Rate:

• Unlimited kms/mileage
• Bedding/Linen
• Kitchen/Cutlery
• 24-hour assistance
• 7-10 years old or more

Travellers Autobarn

Travellers Autobarn in Cairns may be the best place to start looking for 2 to 3 berth rentals. They’ve no less than six to choose from, the majority derived from the ever-ready Toyota HiAce, and with campervans to suit virtually every budget, Autosleepers is an invaluable resource when it comes to price comparison. You may even be able to save money if there is as many as 5 of you travelling together, choose between the HI5 or the cunning Stationwagon, if three of you don’t mind sharing a tent.

Cairns Depot: Travellers Autobarn, 123 Bunda Street, Cairns, QLD 4870, Australia.

Located in downtown Cairns and 7 km/4.5 mile from Cairns Airport (CNS).

Travellers Autobarn Cairns pick up/drop off times:

• Monday to Friday 9 am to 5 pm,
• Closed Saturday, Sunday & Public Holidays

Included with Standard Rate:

• Unlimited kms/mileage
• 24-hour assistance
• Tourist Info/Maps
• Up to 10 years old or more

Autosleepers Campervan Hire

If you’re after a wide selection of 4-berth motorhomes then Autosleepers Cairns may be the best place to begin your search. With no less than four options, the Hightop, Euro, Cruiser and, for the those looking for something a little more rugged, the Adventurer, your 4-person crew will be able to select a model perfectly suited to their needs and budget. Autosleepers can also cater for six people with two options available for hire, including the top-of-the-range Deluxe, which is more like an apartment on wheels than a campervan.

Cairns Depot: Autosleepers, 15 Douglas Street, Manunda QLD 4870.

Located 6 km/4 mile from Cairns Airport (CNS) and 5 km/3 mile from Cairns City.

Autosleepers Australia Cairns pick up/drop off hours:

• Monday to Friday 9am to 3pm,
• Saturday 9 am to 12 pm.
• Closed Sunday

Included with Standard Rate:

• Unlimited kms/mileage
• Bedding/Linen
• Kitchen/Cutlery
• 24-hour assistance
• Tourist Info/Maps
• Up to 10 years old or more

Spaceships Rentals

With a fleet of Toyota (Estima) derived camping cars, Spaceships Cairns camper hire vehicles don’t look anything like normal campervans, which is ideal if you can’t be doing with all that camping rigmarole. Spaceship rentals in Cairns provide an anonymous, budget happy solution to just getting going without all the fuss.

Cairns address: Spaceships, 397 Sheridan Street, Cairns, QLD 4870

Located 4 km/2.5 mile from Cairns Airport (CNS) and 5 km/3 mile from Cairns City.

Spaceships Rentals Cairns pick up times: Monday – Friday: 11 am – 4 pm, Saturday: 9 am – 1 pm, Sunday: Closed*

*Free after hours pick up and drop off 24 hours/day, 7 days/week

Included with Standard Rate:

• Unlimited kms/mileage
• Free transfer
• Bedding/Linen
• Kitchen/Cutlery
• 24-hour assistance
• One-way fee
• 0 – 10 years old or more (re-furbished in last 5 years)

Spaceships Camper Van Rentals include:

Spaceships Beta 4 Berth

The compact Spaceships’ Beta 4 Berth rental in Cairns is a Toyota Estima that sleeps four: two inside and two in the rooftop pop-up, and even manages space for a kitchen. You won’t be charged a one-way fee either, so if you like bargains it doesn’t get better than this.

• Sleeps: 4 Adults
• Transmission: Auto
• Cooktop: Gas x 2 hobs
• Fridge: 10L
• Roof Top Pop-up Tent
• Rear Awning
• Length: 4.6m/15’1”
• Width: 1.6m/5’3”
• Height: 2.3m/7’7”
• Internal Height: 1.2m/3’11”

GoCheap Campervans Australia

Go Cheap’s 6-berth Derwent Campervan is the largest of their fleet and, indeed, one of the largest on this page. It comes complete with a kitchen, bathroom facilities and has anchorage for two young children, making it an ideal option for the larger family. For smaller families, the 4-berth Henry also has fixing points for child seats with the added convenience of bathroom facilities, indeed, apart from the budget conscience 2 to 3 berth Hi-Top, all of GoCheap Campervans in Cairns come with a toilet and a shower.

Cairns Airport Depot: GoCheap Campervans, 399 Sheridan Street, Cairns North QLD 4870, Australia.

Located 3 km/2 mile from Cairns Airport (CNS) and 6 km/4 mile from Cairns CBD.

GoCheap Cairns pick up/drop off times:

• Monday to Friday 8 am to 4:30 pm,
• Saturday 8 am to 1 pm.
• Sunday Closed

Included with Standard Rate:

• Unlimited kms/mileage
• Bedding/Linen
• Kitchen/Cutlery
• 24-hour assistance
• Tourist Info/Maps
• Up to 10 years old or more

Note: The Cairns RV rental companies mentioned below include only a small sample of motorhome rental and campervan hire vehicles available. All measurements are a guide only, and specifications are subject to change without notice.

Things to do by Cairns motorhome rental

The legendary Royal Flying Doctor Service has its largest base in Cairns; where you can learn the fascinating history of this unique and essential service that provides medical assistance to people in the vast and unforgiving outback of northeastern Australia. 

In the city area there are many adventure sport opportunities, such as skydiving and mountain biking. 

For a more relaxing time, enjoy the Esplanade Swimming Lagoon and an evening walk along the Boardwalk; sun yourself at Trinity Beach to conserve your energy for a night out at The Reef Casino.

Taking your casino winnings, you may choose to travel south in your campervan hire along the Sunshine Coast to the city of Brisbane; exploring the Great Barrier Reef on the way, or north to Port Douglas and tropical far north Queensland. 

This is a short but spectacular road trip; with some points of interest along the way, a highlight being Palm Cove. 

Continuing along the Captain Cook Highway from Port Douglas will allow you to explore the Daintree Rainforest and Cape Tribulation.

The Great Barrier Reef on your campervan rental holiday

A World Heritage Site, one of the seven wonders of the natural world and the only living thing visible from space; the Great Barrier Reef is a truly essential addition to any Cairns motorhome rental trip. 

Leaving Cairns city, you can travel up to 2000 km along the Great Tropical Drive route; if you choose to complete the entire route plan for at least two weeks. 

There are plenty of activities to enjoy along the way; from water sports and whale watching to mountain trekking and hot air ballooning providing a bird’s eye view of this diverse, wildlife-rich area.

You can choose to stick to the coast; or drive an inland route through the Daintree Rainforest, Australia’s oldest rainforest area. 

Both routes will take you through local towns with plenty of character and gold rush history.  There are holiday parks and caravan and camping sites that will accept motorhome rentals, campervans and recreational vehicles with truly amazing locations and facilities throughout Queensland. 

Most Cairns campervan rental and motorhome hire agents will allow you to return your hire RV in Brisbane city or another major city location.

Top 10 Attractions near Cairns

Arguably, Cairns has more natural attractions on its doorstep than any in Australia. The city has been built around natural treasures that extend in every direction, even the Coral sea that flanks her east coast is a haven of beauty, and the lush rainforest is an ever-present feature of day to day life for Cairns’ residents and visitors.

Exploration of the surrounding scenery is best undertaken by motorhome because it prevents the traveller from having to continually pause the experience by locating hotels or hostels along the way. Buckle up for a fantastic ride.

Great Barrier Reef

Is there a more famous reef in the world? 2,300 kilometres long containing 900 islands and almost 3000 reefs, the Great Barrier Reef is located in the aptly names Coral Sea to the east of Queensland’s coast. No Cairns motorhome vacation is complete without visiting this bucket list location.

Kuranda Scenic Railway

Pause your Cairns campervan road trip for a while, jump on the train and take an unforgettable ride on perhaps the most scenic railway journey anywhere in the world. Running over the Great Dividing Range, the Kuranda Scenic Railway is two hours of jaw-hanging rail-riding that’ll stay with you way after you’re home.

Daintree Rainforest

The Daintree Rainforest forms a part of Australia’s largest areas of continuous rainforest and should form an essential part of your self-drive campervan holiday in Cairns. Daintree Rainforest is roughly 1200 square kilometres of outstanding natural beauty, all ready and waiting for you to explore What are you waiting for?

Palm Cove

A Cairns campervan road trip isn’t complete without stopping off at Palm Cove, located at the northernmost area of Cairns famous beaches, which also include Trinity, Kewarra and Clifton. Take a scenic drive all the way up (or down) the Captain Cook highway and see them all.

Atherton Tablelands

This area in Northern Queensland is worth it just for the Waterfalls Circuit, a 17-kilometre scenic drive that takes in the stunning Millaa Millaa Falls. When done, the Atherton Tablelands region offers amazing wildlife and geology, food and drink and, for the culturally minded, is a renown hub for the arts.

Port Douglas

With easy access to both the Great Barrier Reef and Daintree Forest, this pretty seaside town is just an hours scenic drive from Cairns. Alongside stunning beaches overseen by lush rainforest, Port Douglas is a haven for restaurants and boutique shops. The best of everything all in one place.

Undara Volcanic National Park

Meaning ‘long way’ in Aboriginal, Undara Volcanic National Park was established over a decade ago to protect one of the longest lava tube cave systems anywhere in the world. This is a Cairns campervan adventure that should be on your to-do list, the splendour of the caves and the woodland is literally awesome.

Cairns Botanical Gardens

Check out 38 hectares of native Australian gardens without having to travel too far in your Cairns motorhome. You’ll discover the most beautiful tropical plants anywhere in Australia at Cairns Botanical Gardens, and don’t miss the spectacular Amorphophallus Titanum which can weigh up to 70 kg with leaves almost seven meters across.

Tjapukai Aboriginal Cultural Park

No Cairns campervan holiday is complete without visiting Tjapukai Aboriginal Cultural Park. This is an authentic peek into the lives of Australia’s cultural past over 40,000 years ago and your chance to experience the foundation of Australia. Hear stories, watch shows and eat some of the most incredible food anywhere in the country.

Barron Gorge National Park

This national park is part of the traditional lands of the Djabugandji Aboriginal people and Barron Gorge National Park only a short drive by campervan or motorhome from Cairns. The gorge itself was formed by the Barron River and features two spectacular waterfalls that pour from the stunning rocky edifice.

Top RV Campgrounds near Cairns

NRMA Cairns Holiday Park

12-30 Little Street, Cairns QLD 4870

Campervans, motorhome and RV’s have a choice of three sites: unpowered, powered and powered with an en-suite. At NRMA Cairns Holiday Park there’s a whole bunch of facilities to keep everyone entertained too, including a tropical fruit and herb garden in among the free wi-fi, swimming pool and utility blocks.

Cool Waters Holiday Park

2 Shale Street, Brinsmead, Queensland 4870

All of the sites at Cool Waters have power and water and most have sullage. Travellers have a choice of beautiful views (in or out of the shade) utility blocks, a swimming pool, even a spa, make Cool Waters Holiday Park a good choice when it comes to accommodation in Cairns.

BIG4 Ingenia Holidays Cairns Coconut Resort

23-51 Anderson Road, Cairns QLD 4870

With a list of exciting facilities as long as your arm, including a water park, mini-golf, tennis courts, playgrounds, even an outdoor movie theatre, you’ll barely have a moment to take advantage of the powered and ensuite sites provided for campervans and motorhomes of every size and shape at BIG4 Ingenia Holidays Cairns Resort.

Barrier Reef Tourist Park

69 Bruce Highway, Edmonton, Queensland 4869

All of the concrete-slab sites at Barrier Reef Tourist Park have en-suites with bathrooms, in addition to water, power and sullage. You’ll also have free access to the camp kitchen with a BBQ and TV, all situated in a tropical garden with stunning views of the Macalister range of mountains.

Lake Placid Tourist Park

82-100 Lake Placid Road, Cairns QLD 4878

Surrounded by 14 acres of lush rainforest and close to the crystal clear Lake Placid, the eponymously named Lake Placid Tourist Park boasts a variety of motorhome, campervan and RV sites set shady, botanically inspired gardens. Free WiFi, a saltwater pool and acres of forest are part of the package too.

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