Campervan and Motorhome hire — Launceston

Find a wide selection of campervans and motorhomes for hire in Launceston 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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Why choose Launceston for your road trip

Launceston — a city worth exploring

Launceston sits at the confluence of the North Esk, South Esk and Tamar rivers, making it one of Australia's few cities where a dramatic gorge cuts right through the urban centre. Cataract Gorge Reserve, just a 15-minute walk from the CBD, features the world's longest single-span chairlift at 308 metres and a Victorian-era garden surrounded by rugged dolerite cliffs. Beyond the gorge, the Queen Victoria Museum & Art Gallery — housed across two campuses — is the largest community-owned museum in Australia. Stroll through City Park to meet the resident macaques in the John Hart Conservatory, or explore the heritage streetscapes along Cameron Street and the Old Umbrella Shop, a National Trust property dating to the 1860s. Wine lovers can follow the Tamar Valley Wine Route, stretching roughly 50 km north to the coast, through cool-climate vineyards and riverside villages. Devonport is 100 km to the west, while Hobart lies 200 km south along the Midland Highway — both are easy drives in a campervan with well-maintained roads and regular rest stops. Northern Tasmania's gentle terrain and compact distances make it ideal for exploring by motorhome, and with Yescapa you can hire directly from local owners who know the best routes, seasonal tips and overnight spots around Launceston and beyond.

Best time to visit

Launceston enjoys warm, dry summers from December to February, ideal for driving the Tamar Valley and camping beside the river. The Festivale food and wine event in February fills City Park with local producers and live music, while the Junction Arts Festival in September brings performances to unexpected corners of the city. Autumn (March to May) offers golden foliage through Cataract Gorge and quieter campsites across northern Tasmania. Book your campervan through Yescapa during shoulder months for greater choice and competitive peer-to-peer pricing, and plan ahead for the busy summer period when Launceston's best pitches are in high demand.

Top getaways from Launceston

Launceston is the perfect base for exploring the region by motorhome or campervan. Here are our 6 must-see getaways

Launceston to Tamar Valley

50km north 1–3 days

Head 50 km north from Launceston along the Tamar Valley Wine Route, stopping at Josef Chromy Wines and Tamar Ridge Cellar Door. The riverside road is wide and campervan-friendly, with pull-over bays at Brady's Lookout State Reserve. Overnight parking is available at several vineyard campsites near Beaconsfield.

Launceston to Bay of Fires

75km northeast 1–4 days

Drive 75 km north-east from Launceston to reach the Bay of Fires, famous for its orange lichen-covered granite boulders. Stop at Bridport for fish and chips, then continue to Binalong Bay. Free camping areas sit along the coast, though space is limited in peak season — arrive early to secure a spot for your campervan.

Launceston to Cradle Mountain

100km west 3–5 days

Travel 100 km west from Launceston to Cradle Mountain–Lake St Clair National Park. Break the journey at Sheffield, the Town of Murals, for a coffee and a wander. Dove Lake Circuit is a must-do 6 km walk. Discovery Parks – Cradle Mountain offers powered motorhome pitches with mountain views and hot showers.

Launceston to Freycinet Peninsula

140km southeast 3–6 days

Head 140 km south-east from Launceston to Freycinet National Park, home to the famous Wineglass Bay lookout. Pass through Campbell Town and Swansea, both with heritage buildings worth a stop. Freycinet has designated motorhome bays at Coles Bay, and the roads are sealed and well-signposted throughout.

Launceston to Hobart via Midland Highway

200km south 5–8 days

Cover 200 km south from Launceston to Hobart along the historic Midland Highway. Visit Ross with its convict-built bridge, then Oatlands and its collection of Georgian sandstone buildings. Finish at Salamanca Market in Hobart. Rest areas with dump points appear regularly, making this a comfortable campervan journey.

Launceston to Strahan and the West Coast

260km southwest 5–8 days

Drive 260 km south-west from Launceston to Strahan on Tasmania's wild west coast. Stop at the Wall in the Wilderness wood sculpture gallery near Derwent Bridge, then cruise Macquarie Harbour to see Sarah Island. Strahan has a well-equipped caravan park with powered sites and river views for your motorhome.

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 parkings for recreational vehicles in Launceston

Recommended campsites

Northern Tasmania offers a fine mix of riverside, bushland and coastal campsites within easy reach of Launceston. Many sites provide powered pitches, dump points and amenities suited to both campervans and motorhomes. Whether you prefer a quiet spot beside the Tamar River or a family-friendly park closer to town, you will find well-maintained facilities and friendly hosts around Launceston.

  • Treasure Island Caravan Park Launceston (3km north)Powered and unpowered sites, laundry, hot showers, camp kitchen, dump point
  • Hadspen Caravan Park Hadspen (8km southwest)Powered sites, amenities block, BBQ area, pet-friendly pitches
  • Brady's Lake Campground Lilydale (25km northeast)Unpowered bush sites, pit toilets, fire rings, river access
  • Bridport Seaside Caravan Park Bridport (75km northeast)Powered and unpowered sites, hot showers, laundry, playground, beach access
  • Grindelwald Holiday Park Grindelwald (15km northwest)Powered sites, modern amenities, camp kitchen, swimming pool, dump point

Where to park your motorhome

Launceston provides several options for parking larger vehicles in and around the city centre. Most on-street parking in the CBD has time limits and height restrictions, so dedicated car parks and peripheral areas are your best bet. Overnight parking in public streets is generally permitted unless signage states otherwise, but always check local council notices before settling in for the night.

  • Paterson Street Car Park, Adjacent to the city — Multi-level car park in the CBD with clearance suitable for smaller campervans. Time-limited bays available on weekdays.
  • Inveresk Railyard Precinct Parking, 2km north — Open-air car park near the Queen Victoria Museum at Inveresk. Flat surface with generous bay sizes for larger vehicles.
  • Royal Park Overflow Car Park, 1km north — Gravel lot beside the North Esk River, often used for events. Suitable for motorhomes during non-event periods.
  • Kings Meadows Shopping Centre, 4km south — Large open car park on the southern fringe of Launceston. No height barriers, convenient for restocking supplies.

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What our users say about our campervans and motorhomes in Launceston

JOSE DOMINGO
5 / 5

La mejor elección en Bretaña. Furgoneta impecable, nueva, muy cómoda, muy bien pensada y con todos los accesorios que puedes necesitar, fantástica. Nosotros viajamos desde España y solicitamos nos recogiesen en el aeropuerto. Sophie y Dominique han sido extremadamente amables, la comunicación muy fluida. Sin duda la recomiendo a todos los que piensen en viajar por Bretaña y, si vuelvo, repetiré. Gracias a Sophie y Dominique por vuestra amabilidad!

Jessica Rachael
5 / 5

I had the most wonderful trip in Eve’s van. It has everything you need, a great sized fridge, a large comfy bed, cooking equipment, electrics to be off grid, a great shower & toilet. The van ran very smoothly and was a perfect size even driving through the towns was no problem at all. They were very accommodating, helping me with local tip and recommendations. I’d 100% recommend this van to anyone thinking of taking a road trip, you won’t regret it :)

Atle
5 / 5

Inigio and his lovely girlfriend looked after Dolly for one week here in the Algarve area. They brought her back clean and in really good shape. Before and during the rental period we had a very good dialogue. I can highly reccomend them to lend your car. :-)

Charles
5 / 5

Our trip was fantastic, couldn't recommend travelling Sicily via Camper further. Angela and Luca made that super easy with clear comms and help pre booking, during holiday and after. pick up and drop off was a breeze. Clear instructions on how to use the van. All in all great trip.

Cecilia
5 / 5

Fabio made the whole process super easy and was very flexible with our plans. The van was perfect. Practically brand new and had all we needed.

Jonathan
5 / 5

Fantastic experience. Raul really went above and beyond to help us out and was always responsive with any queries we had. The van was in excellent condition, had everything we needed, and was ideal for our trip into the Pyrenees, plus heading south for the solar eclipse. Would highly recommend.