| Choosing the right campervan or motorhome to hire | | | | maintained, so a great option when travelling on a |
| when exploring Australia is a big decision. Below are | | | | budget. |
| five things to consider before making your decision: | | | | 4. Length of hire and distances to be travelled |
| 1. Time of year | | | | If hiring a campervan or motorhome for a month |
| November to March is hot in Australia. Hiring a | | | | or more it is important to get the vehicle choice right. |
| campervan with air conditioning and an awning would | | | | A slightly larger vehicle provides more space and |
| make the trip more comfortable. This period is also | | | | storage, however this is a trade off with drivability |
| the wet season for the northern half of the country | | | | and rental rates. |
| which may cause disruption to travel plans. | | | | Getting a good night's sleep when driving long |
| Travelling June to August in southern Australia | | | | distances is crucial, therefore bed size is important. |
| can be cool, so heating in your campervan hire is | | | | Will the fuel, water and waste tanks be |
| important. | | | | adequate for your planned route? |
| Rental rates vary considerably and are more | | | | 5. Toilet/Shower |
| expensive in peak travel times. If you are flexible | | | | If you are planning on freedom camping, then |
| with holiday dates, consider travelling outside of peak. | | | | toilet and shower facilities are important. This can be |
| 2. Location | | | | built into the motorhome, or it is possible to hire a |
| It is important to consider whether a 4WD hire | | | | portable shower/toilet. Potable dry toilets are a great |
| is necessary. Many rental companies only allow 2WD | | | | option when travelling in the outback as there is no |
| campervans and motorhomes to be driven on sealed | | | | need for water and disposal of waste is easier. |
| roads. If you plan on exploring 'off the beaten track', | | | | If you are planning on staying in full facility |
| a 4wd campervan rental may be your only option. | | | | campgrounds every night, paying extra for an |
| 3. Budget | | | | onboard shower and toilet may not be necessary. |
| For those on a tight budget, consider an 'older' | | | | There can be some distance between dump |
| campervan or motorhome to hire. When the premium | | | | station points, so make the most of these points as |
| rental companies replace their fleet, the older vans | | | | you come across them. |
| are 'rebadged' under a different campervan hire | | | | Taking these 5 most important factors into |
| company with reduced rental rates. They still tend to | | | | consideration when planning your campervan holiday |
| have 24 hour road side assist and are well | | | | will ensure you have the right van for your needs. |