Launceston Motorhome Rental, Tasmania

Campervan Hire & RV Rentals, Launceston, Australia

You’d be wise to book your Launceston campervan rental in advance as a little research can go a long way in terms of saving you money and getting the right machinery you need for your trip. Aside from the National Highway that connects Hobart, Launceston and Devonport, the roads tend to be narrow and winding, which is great for a Tasmanian scenic a compact campervan, but not ideal if undertaken in big-rig RV.

Launceston is a great where you can start your journey around the beautiful Australian island state of Tasmania, which takes between ten days and two weeks. The route itself is relatively straightforward and offers the tantalising opportunity to own your Launceston road trip by tailoring the stops and visits to your exacting standards and tastes.

With plenty of campsites and grounds to on which to park-up and relax (or play, as the case may be) there’s never been a better opportunity to book a campervan, make or borrow an itinerary and discover what this beautiful island has to offer, at your own pace, in your own time.

East Coast beaches and North West landscapes make for a perfect tour around the state. Book and compare campervan hire, motorhome rental or a recreational vehicle (RV) online and get the key at the Launceston motorhome rental depot in Tasmania.  

Just fill your campervan hire or motorhome rental with all that you need and you are good to go.

Bargain Camper Rentals in Launceston

If you need to hire a campervan in Launceston for anything up to 4 of you, check out Bargain Camper rentals in Launceston. Depending on what you need for your trip and how much you want to spend, Bargain Rentals have a pick of five campervans to choose from, including a very economical 4-berth, plus a range of 2-berth options with a variety of space, features and extras. At the top of the range is the spacious 2-berth campervan which comes with a toilet and shower.

Launceston Depot: Bargain Camper, 276 Evandale Road, Launceston, Tasmania

Bargain Camper Hobart opening hours:

• Monday to Friday 8 am to 5 pm,
• Saturday & Sunday 9 am to 3 pm (subject to change).
• Drop off available 24 hrs per day/7 days per week

Included with Standard Rate:

• Unlimited kms/mileage
• Free Transfer
• Bedding/Linen
• Kitchen/Cutlery
• Tourist Info/Maps
• Up to 10 years old or more

East Coast, Tasmania by Campervan

Start your campervan adventure from Launceston to St. Helens where the beaches make up the Bay of Fires. Go scuba diving, snorkelling or laze away in its sandy white beaches.

Drive on to Bicheno where you can either swim with the fishes or catch them for a meal. Join a tour on the nearby Diamond Island where a colony of Fairy Penguins resides.

A short drive in your campervan rental brings you to Freycinet National Park where the world-famous endangered Tasmanian Devil resides at the Bonorong Wildlife Sanctuary.

Take a postcard picture of Wineglass Bay or join the Mt. Amos walk for a thrilling experience. The towns of Swansea and Coles Bay are popular holiday spots that have amazing views of the mountains and beaches.

There are campsite and RV parks along the way where you can park campervans, motorhomes and recreational vehicles (RV) to rest for the night.

Take a trip to the historic Port Arthur, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, where you can relive Tasmania’s convict past amidst prison buildings and preserved ruins.

You can end your self-drive motorhome rental tour in Hobart and explore the state capital of Tasmania in Australia, or journey on to parts unknown with your Launceston motorhome rental in Tasmania.

Motorhome Quest to the North-West

Explore the North-West as you drive your hired motorhome to Cradle Mountain. Stop by at charming rural towns of Hagley and Westbury or drive through Deloraine, a riverside town in the foothills of the Great Western Tiers mountain range.

You could taste Tasmania’s famous scallop pies; visit Liffey Falls, Trowunna Wildlife park and the Mole Creek National Park, home to the Mole Creek cave system.

Sample amazing farm cheese and bakery products in Elizabeth town in Meander Valley before driving your motorhome rental to Sheffield, where the region’s history and scenery are captured in murals throughout the town. Continue to drive along Bass Highway to Cradle Mountain.

Cradle Mountain-Lake St. Clair National Park in Tasmania has amazing landscapes, rainforest, streams, lakes and wildlife.

Explore the mountain by horse riding, biking, scenic flights and walking tours. There are also spas, massages and hot tubs for those who want to relax.

Your motorhome rental will be safe as campgrounds offer a place for rental campervans, motorhomes and recreational vehicles (RV) with great views of the nature and horizon.

Best 12 attractions near Launceston

One of the oldest cities in Australia, renown for having the largest intact collection of 19th-century architecture in the country, Launceston is located in the northern aspect of Tasmania and is a great place in which to relax, with plenty of attractions to keep the tourists entertained.

Launceston is also a superb venue from which to undertake a big circle or launch a campaign of Australian road trips or Tasmanian scenic drives. We’ve got a few ideas below, but feel free to check out a map and go elsewhere, or just head off and see where the road takes you.

Cataract Gorge

Hire a campervan in Launceston and head out to Cataract Gorge, it may not have the most attractive name but this pretty spot, located on the South Esk River, is famous for its single-span chairlift, which isn’t just the longest in the world, it also offers spectacular views.

City Park

Rated as one of Australia’s best parks, and located in the heart of Launceston, this horticultural treasure is probably best known for the twenty Japanese Macaque monkeys that inhabit the enclosure near the front gate of the park. City Park is a great place to stop, watch and unwind.

Heritage Walks

Compliment your self-drive motorhome rental holiday in Tasmania by a self-guided tour of one of Launceston’s many Heritage Walks. A short hike to a historic building or a more involved trek through the city’s history, there are walks to suit all ages and interests, so get your boots on and get out there.

Tamar Island Wetlands

A bona fide treat for twitchers, Tamar Island Wetlands has all the facilities you’d expect to spot wildfowl (without them spotting you) plus a variety of other mammals, reptiles and fish. Don’t forget a boardwalk walk through the tall Tasmanian grass, it’s more enjoyable than it sounds on paper.

Hollybank Wilderness Adventures

If you’re the type to hire a 4×4 for your Tasmanian road trip, you’ll love Hollybank Wilderness Adventures with its zip lines, tree ropes and mountain biking.

Hollybank is also a great place to tire out the kids, so they’ll sleep in your Launceston campervan rental all the way back to the campsite.

Harvest Launceston

Make sure you keep Saturday clear to visit Harvest Launceston Community Farmers’ Market. It starts at the crack of dawn, irrespective of the weather, and showcases some of the best food and drink in the region. A perfect place to stock up on comestibles for that Tasmanian scenic drive.

Royal Park

Located on the banks of the River Tamar, this former military barracks is now the ultimate public space in which to relax or exercise.

From skateparks to tennis courts, playgrounds for kids and BBQ areas for those who fancy something other than campervan beans, Royal Park’s got it all.

Freycinet National Park

From Tasmanian scenic drives to Tasmanian scenic views, the Wineglass Bay lookout in Freycinet National Park is arguably one of the best anywhere in the world.

This rugged, nature-saturated park is characterised by empty bays and pink granite peaks overlooking the Tasman Sea. This sensational stretch of land is definitely worth your time.

Tamar Valley

A self-drive Launceston road trip through the Tamar Valley is an experience that cries out for a campervan or motorhome hire.

Drift through pastureland, vineyards, orchards and an abundance of natural treats, there’s plenty of places to stop and admire views with a few handy campsites if you don’t want to leave.

Grindelwald Swiss Village

And no, this doesn’t have anything to do with Harry Potter, but Grindelwald Swiss Village is everything to do with a quirky Swiss-themed resort featuring golf courses, shops, spas and even the world’s longest bouncing pillow for the kids. If it all gets too much the surrounding landscape is picture-postcard perfection.

Liffey Falls

No motorhome rental vacation in Launceston is complete without a trip to the acclaimed Liffey Falls, an almost impossible set of naturally crafted tiers over which flow the clear waters of the Liffey River. The walk to and from this natural phenomenon is great fun too and suitable for all ages.

Deloraine

This historical part of Tasmania is a haven for artists and craftspeople all year round, but travel to Deloraine for a notable four days in November and you’ll be part of the largest craft fair in Australia: more than 200 exhibitors showcasing everything from silkscreens to woodcarvings to hand-blown glass.

Top Campgrounds and Caravan Parks near Launceston

Big4 Launceston Holiday Park

86 – 94 Glen Dhu Street, Launceston, Tasmania 7250

With four sites for campervans, motorhomes and RV’s, you have a choice between powered and unpowered, concrete or grass, and there are amenity blocks and camp kitchens if you feel like a change of scenery.

Additionally, Big4 Launceston Holiday Park is family-friendly and there are playgrounds provided for the kids too.

Launceston Holiday Park

711 West Tamar Highway, Legana TAS 7277

A great base from which to explore nearby attractions. Set in eight acres of leafy countryside, this is a campsite for those wanting to get away from it all. Powered and unpowered sites are available at the Launceston Holiday Park which is rated 3 stars by AAA.

Longford Riverside Caravan Park

2a Archer Street, Longford TAS 7301

If you’re inclined to be a little picky about your accommodation, Longford Riverside Caravan Park may be for you.

It has no less than 78 powered sites (all with sullage and water) and 50 unpowered sites to choose from, some on the riverbanks of the Macquarie River, all within an attractive, landscaped park.