Find a wide selection of campervans and motorhomes for hire in Canberra and the surrounding area. Discover unique vehicles offered by private owners — from compact campervans for 2, perfect for couples, to spacious 6-berth motorhomes, ideal for families. Flexible booking, competitive prices and insurance included.
Canberra's National Triangle alone holds over 30 national institutions, making it the most museum-dense precinct in Australia. As the country's purpose-built capital, the city sits in the Australian Capital Territory at an elevation of around 580 metres, surrounded by bushland and nature reserves that make it a rewarding base for touring by road. The Australian War Memorial, one of the most visited sites in the country, anchors the northern end of the ceremonial land axis, while the National Gallery of Australia houses more than 166,000 works of art on the southern shore of Lake Burley Griffin. A short drive south-east brings you to the National Arboretum Canberra, home to 44,000 rare and endangered trees spread across 250 hectares. The Jervis Bay coast is roughly 190 km east, and the alpine trails of Kosciuszko National Park begin about 200 km south-west — both ideal extensions for a longer campervan adventure. Canberra's wide, well-planned roads and generous roundabouts suit larger vehicles, so navigating the city in a motorhome is straightforward. With Yescapa, you can hire a campervan directly from a local owner, which means you often collect your vehicle right here in Canberra and set off with insider tips on the best routes and overnight spots in the region.
Canberra's calendar peaks during Floriade, the Southern Hemisphere's largest flower festival, which fills Commonwealth Park with colour every September and October. Autumn brings Canberra's famous golden foliage and the Enlighten Festival in March, when national buildings become canvases for light projections. Summer is ideal for lakeside stops and longer daylight hours on the road, while winter weekends suit cosy trips to nearby Tidbinbilla Nature Reserve. Hiring a campervan through Yescapa's peer-to-peer platform lets you compare prices from local owners, so you can often find competitive rates outside the busiest holiday windows. Booking a few weeks ahead for spring and summer gives you the widest choice of vehicles in Canberra.
Canberra is the perfect base for exploring the region by motorhome or campervan. Here are our 6 must-see getaways
Just 60 km south-west of Canberra, Tidbinbilla Nature Reserve offers walking trails through eucalypt forest and the chance to spot platypus at dusk. Stop at the Birrigai Rock Shelter and the Sanctuary visitor area. Campervans fit comfortably in the reserve car parks, and nearby Tharwa is a handy supply stop.
Head 85 km east through Clyde Mountain's winding descent to reach Batemans Bay on the NSW South Coast. Walk the Murramarang National Park trails and kayak the Clyde River estuary. Several caravan parks along the foreshore offer powered pitches and easy beach access for your campervan.
Drive 150 km east to Jervis Bay, famous for Hyams Beach's white sand and Booderee National Park. Explore the marine park by snorkel or join a dolphin-watching cruise from Huskisson. Green Patch campground inside Booderee accepts motorhomes and has toilet blocks, though booking ahead is recommended.
Travel 170 km south-west to Jindabyne, the gateway to Kosciuszko National Park. In warmer months, hike the Main Range walk or cycle the Thredbo Valley Track. Campervan-friendly sites at Sawpit Creek and Ngarigo campground provide a mountain base with fire pits and amenities.
Cover 280 km north through Goulburn and the Southern Highlands, stopping at Fitzroy Falls in Morton National Park and the heritage town of Berrima. Continue to the Royal National Park on Sydney's fringe for coastal walks. Motorhome parking is available at several rest areas along the Hume Highway.
Head 350 km south to the Sapphire Coast, taking in Eden's whale museum and the Merimbula boardwalk. Detour to Ben Boyd National Park for the red-and-white Boyd's Tower. Spacious campgrounds at Bournda National Park welcome campervans and offer beachside pitches with basic facilities.
Discover step by step how we work. We accompany you at every stage of the rental process, both owners and travellers.
Discover
Find for a leisure vehicle near you or a destination idea according to your planned route, then specify the pick-up and return dates. The perfect vehicle for your road trip holiday is waiting for you!
Connecting people
Make one or more booking requests for leisure vehicles that have caught your eye and wait for the owners' responses. Once your request has been accepted, all you have to do is confirm your booking.
Pick-up
On the pick-up date, collect the vehicle and listen to the valuable advice of the owner for handling it; you are ready hit the road with family, as a couple or with friends.
Return
Once again, with the owner complete the vehicle condition check and sign the Rental Agreement as well as exchange your travel stories. All you have to do is imagine your next road trip!
Canberra and its surrounding bushland offer a good mix of campsite options for both campervans and motorhomes. Within the Australian Capital Territory you will find well-maintained sites with powered pitches, dump points, and hot showers, while the nearby NSW countryside adds quieter bush camping with basic amenities. Most sites are an easy drive from the city centre, so you can explore Canberra's attractions by day and return to a comfortable pitch each evening.
Canberra's grid layout and wide avenues make parking a larger vehicle more manageable than in many Australian cities. Several car parks around the Parliamentary Triangle and lakeside precincts accept oversized vehicles during the day. Overnight parking in public streets is generally permitted unless signage states otherwise, but always check local time limits and height restrictions before settling in.
great van a few interior problems but apart from that all good
check in took 1.40 hr! legible dirty outside with tape repairs to window and mirror paid for gas but when we got there found canister was empty and we had to replace ourselves
Everything was amazing
Great experience renting the Jimny. The owners were brilliant to deal with from start to finish, and the Jeep was in excellent condition. It was perfect for exploring the Algarve. Would definitely recommend and would happily rent from them again!
Clean, well-maintained vehicle that gave us so many great memories! We traveled to many places and drove around 900 km ourselves, and it handled everything flawlessly. Thanks to its size, parking was super easy, we could fit anywhere, and we were able to sleep in spots where a different kind of campervan wouldn't have worked. It is fully equipped with everything provided, even extra games for beach days! The bed and bedding were clean, and it has a really comfortable mattress. The owners were super nice and sweet. Everything went smoothly during both pickup and drop-off, and they were always there to help whenever we needed it, even when we got a bit lost! 😅 Plus point that they were super cool and easy to talk to. P.S. The AC works like a charm!
Sergey's van is great. Really spacious, easy to drive. We had a great trip. Sergey was really nice helpful and was on hand to help with any questions during the trip. He even gave us a lift to the train station in Ljubljana! Would 100% recommend.
