Campervan and Motorhome hire — Hobart Airport

Find a wide selection of campervans and motorhomes for hire in Hobart Airport 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.

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Motorhomes available for hire — Hobart Airport

From sleek A-class models to versatile coachbuilts and low-profiles, there’s a motorhome for every adventure—whether you need a compact getaway for two or a spacious multi-berth for the whole family.

Campervans available for hire — Hobart Airport

The campervan is the ultimate all-rounder. Effortlessly practical and built for freedom, it’s just as at home navigating tight city streets as it is exploring the heart of the countryside.

Why hire a campervan or motorhome in Hobart Airport

Hobart Airport — a region worth exploring

Hobart Airport sits just 17 kilometres east of Tasmania's capital, making it the perfect launchpad for exploring an island state packed with World Heritage wilderness, colonial history, and exceptional food and wine. From the airport, you can reach the iconic Salamanca Market waterfront precinct in around 20 minutes, while the dramatic dolerite columns of Cape Raoul on the Tasman Peninsula lie roughly 120 kilometres to the south-east. Head north-west and within 175 kilometres you arrive at Cradle Mountain, the starting point of the famous Overland Track. Tasmania's compact size means a campervan trip from Hobart Airport can comfortably loop the entire island, taking in Freycinet National Park's Wineglass Bay, the lavender fields at Bridestowe Estate, and the underground rivers of Hastings Caves. Roads here are generally well-maintained two-lane highways that wind through temperate rainforest, past glacial lakes, and along rugged coastlines — ideal terrain for a motorhome adventure at a relaxed pace. With Yescapa, you can hire a campervan directly from local owners based around Hobart and southern Tasmania, giving you a wide choice of vehicles suited to the region's winding roads and cooler climate. Whether you want a compact campervan for two or a fully equipped motorhome for the family, peer-to-peer hire means competitive prices and genuine local tips to start your Tasmanian road trip right from the terminal.

Best time to visit

The best time to hire a campervan near Hobart Airport is from December to March, when Tasmania enjoys long daylight hours and average temperatures between 12 °C and 22 °C — perfect for coastal walks and outdoor dining. January brings the vibrant Taste of Tasmania festival, while February hosts the Australian Wooden Boat Festival on Hobart's waterfront. Autumn (April–May) offers spectacular foliage across Mount Wellington and the Huon Valley with fewer travellers on the road. With Yescapa's peer-to-peer model, you can often find better rates outside peak summer, and booking a motorhome for a shoulder-season trip means quieter campsites and easier parking across the island.

The best road trips in Hobart Airport

To help you plan your trip, we have selected six unmissable road trips, suitable for all travelers.

East Coast Explorer

250 km 3–6 days

From Hobart Airport, head north-east along the Tasman Highway through Orford to Freycinet National Park, then continue to Bicheno and the Bay of Fires. Around 250 km of coastal scenery with well-placed campsites — ideal for a campervan at a leisurely pace.

Tasman Peninsula Circuit

200 km 3–5 days

A compact 200 km loop from Hobart Airport south-east to Port Arthur Historic Site, Cape Hauy, and the Tessellated Pavement at Eaglehawk Neck. Short distances between stops make this route perfect for a motorhome, with several campgrounds along the way.

Midlands and Cradle Mountain Loop

480 km 5–8 days

Drive north on the Heritage Highway through Ross and Campbell Town to Cradle Mountain–Lake St Clair National Park, returning via Deloraine and the Tamar Valley. At 480 km, this loop suits a campervan and covers Tasmania's alpine heart and historic towns.

Huon Valley and South-West Wilderness

400 km 5–8 days

Head south from Hobart Airport through Huonville and Geeveston to Cockle Creek, Tasmania's southernmost road point, then loop back via the Hartz Mountains. Around 400 km of lush forests and river valleys with motorhome-friendly stops throughout.

West Coast Heritage Trail

650 km 7–11 days

A 650 km route from Hobart Airport via Mount Field National Park and the Lyell Highway to Strahan, Queenstown, and Zeehan. Experience wild rivers, mining heritage, and Gordon River cruises. A campervan handles the winding roads well; plan extra time for detours.

Full Island Grand Tour

1,100 km 10–15 days

Circle all of Tasmania in roughly 1,100 km, starting from Hobart Airport and linking Bruny Island, the Huon Valley, Strahan, Cradle Mountain, Launceston, the Bay of Fires, and Freycinet. A comprehensive motorhome adventure covering every corner of the island.

Rent a campervan on Yescapa: how does it work?

Discover step by step how we work. We accompany you at every stage of the rental process, both owners and travellers.

Discover

Find the perfect vehicle

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

Confirm your booking

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

Go on an adventure

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

All good things must come to an end...

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!

Campsites and road information in Hobart Airport

Recommended campsites

Tasmania offers a wonderful range of campsites within easy reach of Hobart Airport, from sheltered coastal spots to bushland retreats near national parks. Many sites provide powered pitches, dump points, hot showers, and laundry facilities suited to both campervans and motorhomes. You will find options spread right across southern and eastern Tasmania, so you can plan overnight stops that match your route without long detours.

  • Hobart Showground Caravan Park GlenorchyPowered and unpowered sites, hot showers, laundry, dump point, close to Hobart CBD
  • Snake Bay Camp at Bruny Island South BrunyUnpowered bush sites, composting toilets, beach access, fire pits
  • White Beach Tourist Park White BeachPowered sites, modern amenities block, camp kitchen, close to Port Arthur
  • Freycinet National Park Camping Ground Coles BayUnpowered sites, toilets, water, walking track access to Wineglass Bay
  • Lake St Clair Campground Derwent BridgePowered and unpowered sites, hot showers, laundry, Overland Track trailhead
  • Huon Valley Caravan Park HuonvillePowered sites, dump point, showers, riverside location, pet-friendly

What you need to know about roads and motorways in Hobart Airport

Tasmania has no toll roads, so driving a motorhome from Hobart Airport is refreshingly straightforward. The main routes — the Midland Highway (National Highway 1) north to Launceston and the Tasman Highway east — are well-signposted, single-carriageway roads with a general speed limit of 110 km/h for cars, though campervans and motorhomes over 4.5 tonnes are limited to 90 km/h. Rest areas with basic facilities appear regularly along major highways. Be mindful of narrow, winding sections on roads like the Lyell Highway to the west coast, and watch for wildlife, especially at dawn and dusk.

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What our users say about our campervans and motorhomes in Hobart Airport

nathan
5 / 5

1st time we have hired a Motorhome, Sandrine was a joy to hire from, answered all of our questions as newbies. She couldn't make hiring their MH any easier, Their Motor home was in perfect condition we had the unlimited Km's option and the vehicle never missed a beat over the long distances we drove, Highly recommend Hiring from Sandrine 5 Star !!

Alexsander
5 / 5

Marcia foi super bacana conosco e nos deu todas as informações necessárias e tornou nossa viagem incrível. Carro super novo e confortável!

Alexander
5 / 5

great customer

Nikola
5 / 5

Excellent guests! Everything went smoothly from start to finish. They took great care of the van, communication was easy, and they returned it on time. We highly recommend them to other hosts and would be happy to welcome them again anytime!

Nikola
5 / 5

Excellent guests! Everything went smoothly from start to finish. They took great care of the van, communication was easy, and they returned it on time. We highly recommend them to other hosts and would be happy to welcome them again anytime!

Nikola
5 / 5

Excellent guests! Everything went smoothly from start to finish. They took great care of the van, communication was easy, and they returned it on time. We highly recommend them to other hosts and would be happy to welcome them again anytime!

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