4wd and Campervan Hire Darwin, Northern Territories

Which Companies rent out Campervans, 4x4s and Motorhomes from Darwin?

All of the major campervan rental companies in Australia have a depot in Darwin in the Northern territory.

• Travellers Autobarn rent out small camping cars, hi-top and low-top campers for the budget conscious renter.
• Let's Go Motorhomes offer a full range of camper vans and Motorhomes. The fleet includes small 2-berth hiTop campers that sleep 2 to 3 people. They also have 2-berth, 3-berth, 4-berth and 6-berth motorhomes.
• Bargain Rentals do have a 2-berth 4x4 campers to rent as well as 2 berth with t/s, 6 berth motorhomes.
• Cheapa Campa offer the full range of campers and 4wds. Choose from a hiTop 2-berth with t/s, 4 and 6-berth motorhomes. The 4wd Camper sleeps two comfortably. A budget option.
• Apollo Campers a family owned well known Australian campervan rental company that offers 4x4 rentals along with 2-berth hiTops, 2-berth with s/t, 4-berth and 6-berth motorhomes of a high standard. Apollo operates a modern fleet with mid-range rates.
• Britz Campervans operate a modern fleet that includes 2-berth hiTops, 2-berth with s/t, 4-berth motorhomes and 6-berth motorhomes. Britz also rents 4wd campers. Britz is a top Australian brand.
• Maui Motorhomes offers luxury campers and motorhomes including the Ultima - a 2 berth with s/t, a 2+1 berth with t/s, two different 4-berth options and luxury 6-berth motorhomes. Maui operates a very new fleet.

Top Darwin Attractions when you choose campervan rental:

Don't miss Crocosaurus Cove, Mindll Beach, George Brown Botanic Gardens, Darwin Military Museum and Fannie Bay Gaol.

Aquascene Fish Feeding Sanctuary, Skydiving, Darwin Wave Pool, Crocodylus Park, Chinese Temple, Tiwi Islands.

Self-drive Routes out of Darwin:

Darwin is at the top of Australia. One way-rentals either starting or returning to Darwin are very popular. Choose the time of year that you rent and avoid the rainy season.

When to book a campervan hire: seasons in Darwin.

• The Dry Season - May to October. The weather is warm and dry during the day and cold at night. Temperatures range from between 21 C to 32 C during the day and can drop as low as 17C. It's a good time to drive as roads are dry.
• The Wet Season - November to April. High humidity (up to 80%)and very heavy rainfall. It is still hot with temperatures ranging from 24C to 32C.

Campervan hire Darwin, Northern Territory: Road Trips out of and back to Darwin.

On your campervan journey, you'll want to go about exploring Darwin because there is so much to see. Remember, that you may need an international driving permit before you embark on your campervan rental.

Choose campervan hire and See Litchfield national park.

A seven day trip out Darwin recommended by the Australian Tourist board takes in Litchfield national park and Kakadu National Park and Arnhem Land. Darwin 7 day itinerary - Nature's Way.

Broome to Darwin recommended by the Northern Territory's Tourist information site. Broome to Darwin Road Trip check the remote location charges and the one-way fees added to the daily rental rates for this trip.

Darwin To Alice Springs is 1500kms long. It is a good road trip to experience both the Northern Territory and the Red Centre.

Hire a Campervan, Driving through Byron Bay in a Campervan.

Definitely make Byron Bay a stop over if you are travelling along the East Coast of Australia. Campsites are close to the beautiful beaches, making your trip extra special. Check out First Sun Holiday Park, North Coast Holiday Parkes Clarkes Beach or Suffolk Beachfront Holiday Park for the perfect place to park your campervan.

Campervan hire in Darwin: What to do and see on your road trip.

When you book your car rental, you can make plans to find litchfield national park, explore Darwin city, and its electric and energetic atmosphere.

Are you excited for your Darwin adventure? Booking a campervan hire in Darwin is such a thrilling activity. Your Darwin campervan is your ultimate travel companion. For sure, hiring motorhomes should be an easy and enjoyable experience. If you're worried about booking campervan rentals, don't be. Motorhome hire is super easy.

Check out all the exciting plans you can visit when you book your Darwin campervan.

• Kakadu national park
• Nitmiluk national park
• Lively outdoor markets
• Biggest crocodiles feeding
• Several swimming holes
• Mary river national park
• Mindil beach sunset market
• See where the Florence falls located
• Capital city
• local and international cuisines
• Australia's bird species
• Swimming holes
• Attending local art
• Deep plunge pool
• Edith Falls
• Natural wonders
• Towering sandstone walls
• Cultural events
• Sunset backdrop
• Visit crocosaurus cove
• Coolalinga shopping centre
• Sunset cruise on Adelaide river
• Stunning waterfalls
• Discovery parks
• Incredible food stalls
• Rare and endemic plants
• Darwin harbour
• Helicopter ride
• Maui elite
• Camping grounds
• Darwin's cultural melting pot
• East point reserve
• National park

Campervan hire: 4wd drive advice in the northern territory.

Many of our customers will be renting a 4wd for the first time. Although driving a 4x4 is much the same as driving a car there are very important differences when driving a 4x4 vehicle. If you can book yourself onto a 4wd course before you rent you will feel more confident when tackling off-road driving in Australia.

Driving advice: Campervan hire darwin

The four-wheel drive camper is heavier and larger than your car so take it slower. You may not be used to driving a heavier vehicle. The weight makes a difference on how you take corners, so take it steady until you get used to it.

The camper is probably higher than the cars that you are used to driving. Make sure you are aware of the height when parking up and travelling. Remember to avoid low hanging branches. Check the height too when entering under cover car parks.

Use your mirrors. You have two large side mirrors that give you good visibility on each side of your camper. You won't be able to see through the rear of the camper

Allow extra distance between you and the vehicle in front of you to give you more time to slow down and stop. Don't forget you have a whole house behind the driving seat!

Avoid driving during the night, dusk and dawn. Australia has many large wandering animals that are found on roads during these times.

Hiring a 4wd allows you to visit remote locations. Make sure someone knows where you are going and when you expect to return. To be safe consider renting a satellite phone as normal mobile phone signals are poor or non existence in the Outback of Australia. Many companies equip a PLB (Personal Locator Beacon) to their 4wd vehicles to provide tracking in case of an emergency.

Make sure you have plenty of food, water and fuel for your journey. You will be far from any shops or garages. Take plenty of water for your camper too.

If you do encounter a break down or emergency in the Outback, you must stay with your vehicle. Activate your PLB.

Picking your motorhome rental up

You will be shown how to change from 2-wheel-drive to 4-wheel-drive when you collect your 4wd camper. It may mean that you have to lock the wheels manually. Make sure you know how this is done so that you can drive safely on unsealed tracks, dirt roads and off-road. Don't forget to change back to 2wd when you are back on sealed roads.

There are usually two settings for 4wd. The low-range setting is for real-off road and challenging conditions at low speeds. High range is for normal driving on tracks and dirt roads.

Your 4wd camper may be equipped with an air compressor. You may sometimes need to reduce the pressure in the tyres to ensure greater grip. You will need the compressor to re-inflate the tyres.

Even though you have rented a 4wd camper be aware that there are still roads and areas of Australia that you will not be permitted to drive to. This is for your own safety. There are also culturally sensitive areas where special permission is required to access.

While a normal driving licence is required for a 4x4 or campervan rental you may also need an international driving licence with an English translation to rent a camper in the Northern Territories.