Find a wide selection of campervans and motorhomes for hire in Geelong 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.
Geelong's waterfront stretches over 4 km along Corio Bay, making it the longest promenade of any regional city in Australia. Once a wool-trading hub, the city has reinvented itself with a thriving arts and food scene that rewards slow exploration. The Geelong Gallery houses over 6,000 works, including a celebrated collection of Australian paintings from the colonial era. Along the Eastern Beach foreshore, the Art Deco bathing pavilion and sea pool offer a distinctive backdrop for a morning swim. For families, the Geelong Carousel — a beautifully restored steam-driven ride from the early 1900s — sits right on the waterfront. The National Wool Museum, set inside a grand bluestone warehouse, tells the story of the region's pastoral heritage. Melbourne lies just 75 km to the north-east, while the surf town of Torquay is only 21 km to the south, opening the door to the Great Ocean Road. The terrain around Geelong is flat and well-suited to larger vehicles, with wide roads and generous parking bays throughout the city centre. Heading west, the Bellarine Peninsula offers gentle coastal driving with plenty of cellar doors and seaside villages. With Yescapa, you can hire a campervan or motorhome directly from a local owner, giving you the freedom to set your own pace and benefit from insider tips on the best spots to park up and explore the region.
Geelong enjoys warm, settled weather from November through March, ideal for waterfront walks and coastal drives. The Royal Geelong Show takes place each October, bringing agricultural displays and carnival rides to the showgrounds. In January, the Pako Festa transforms Pakington Street into a multicultural street party with live music and food stalls. Summer is the busiest period, so booking your campervan through Yescapa ahead of time helps you lock in competitive peer-to-peer rates. Autumn, from March to May, brings quieter campsites and golden light along the Bellarine Peninsula — a great window for a relaxed motorhome trip without the holiday crowds.
Geelong is the perfect base for exploring the region by motorhome or campervan. Here are our 6 must-see getaways
Just 21 km south of Geelong, Torquay is the gateway to the Surf Coast. Visit the Australian National Surfing Museum and stroll Fishermans Beach before parking up at one of several campervan-friendly spots near Bells Beach. The coastal roads are wide and easy to navigate.
Follow the Bellarine Peninsula 35 km south-east of Geelong to Queenscliff, stopping at wineries like Jack Rabbit Vineyard and the seaside village of Portarlington. The historic Fort Queenscliff offers guided tours. Campsites along the peninsula welcome motorhomes with powered sites.
Head 150 km south-west from Geelong along the Great Ocean Road, passing Lorne and Apollo Bay before reaching the Twelve Apostles. Stop at Kennett River for wild koala spotting. Campervan parking is available at the Twelve Apostles visitor car park, with overnight sites nearby at Port Campbell.
Travel 105 km north-west from Geelong to Ballarat, home to Sovereign Hill — a recreated 1850s gold-rush township. Explore the Art Gallery of Ballarat and Lake Wendouree's botanic gardens. Wide regional roads suit all motorhome sizes, and holiday parks in Ballarat offer full hook-ups.
Drive 240 km north-west from Geelong to the Grampians (Gariwerd), where sandstone ridges and wildflower-filled valleys await. Hike to the Pinnacle Lookout and visit Brambuk Cultural Centre. Halls Gap has several campervan-friendly parks with powered sites and dump points.
Head 280 km east from Geelong to Wilsons Promontory National Park, the southernmost point of mainland Australia. Walk to Squeaky Beach and the Tidal River area. Book Tidal River campground early — it fills quickly in summer. The approach roads are sealed and suitable for campervans.
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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!
Geelong and the surrounding Bellarine Peninsula offer a good range of campsites suited to both campervans and motorhomes. You will find parks with powered sites, dump points, laundry facilities, and hot showers close to the waterfront and along the coast. Several sites sit within easy reach of Geelong's centre, while others provide a quieter seaside setting with direct beach access.
Geelong offers several options for parking larger vehicles in and around the city centre. Most metered street parking along the waterfront has a height limit, so purpose-built car parks and designated areas are your best bet. Overnight parking in public spaces is generally not permitted without council approval, so plan to use a campsite or holiday park for stays.
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.
