Find a wide selection of campervans and motorhomes for hire in North Scotland and the surrounding area. Discover unique vehicles offered by private owners: from compact campervans for 2 people, perfect for couples, to spacious 6-berth motorhomes, ideal for families. Flexibility, competitive prices and insurance included.
North Scotland's legendary North Coast 500 route stretches across 516 miles of dramatic coastline, widely regarded as one of the finest road trips in the world. This vast region spans from Inverness in the east to the wild shores of Cape Wrath in the far north-west, covering some of the most sparsely populated landscapes in Europe. You can drive from Inverness to Thurso in around 110 miles, passing through the Flow Country — one of the largest expanses of blanket bog on the planet. Head west and you will reach Durness, home to Smoo Cave, a remarkable sea cave carved into limestone cliffs. The Cairngorms National Park sits at the southern gateway to the region, offering mountain trails, ancient Caledonian pine forests, and wildlife including red deer and golden eagles. Further north, the beaches of Sandwood Bay and Balnakeil rival any in the Mediterranean for white sand and turquoise water. Single-track roads with passing places are a defining feature of travel here, making a campervan the ideal way to explore at your own pace. Motorhome-friendly laybys and overnight spots are dotted along the coast, and many local communities welcome touring visitors. With Yescapa, you can hire directly from owners based across the Scottish Highlands, choosing from compact campervans for narrow lanes or larger vehicles for families seeking extra comfort on longer tours.
May to September is the prime window for exploring North Scotland by campervan, with long daylight hours peaking around the summer solstice in June — expect up to 19 hours of light in the far north. The Belladrum Tartan Heart Festival near Inverness each August draws music lovers from across the country, while the Caithness County Show in July celebrates Highland rural life. Spring and early autumn bring quieter roads and excellent wildlife-watching opportunities. Booking through Yescapa outside peak summer months often means better availability and more competitive hire rates from local owners across the Highlands.
To help you plan your trip, we have selected six unmissable road trips, suitable for all travelers.
The full NC500 circuit from Inverness covers around 830 km through North Scotland's finest scenery. Pass through Applecross, Durness, and John o' Groats, with campervan-friendly stops at Gairloch and Lochinver. Allow time for detours to Handa Island and Duncansby Stacks.
Travel 560 km from Inverness through Sutherland and Caithness in North Scotland. Visit the Castle of Mey, Dunrobin Castle, and the Flow Country. Motorhome services are available at Brora and Wick, with wild camping spots near Strathy Point and Bettyhill.
A 290 km route through Wester Ross in North Scotland, starting from Inverness. Drive the Bealach na Bà pass to Applecross, then continue to Torridon and Gairloch. Compact campervans handle the narrow roads well, and Poolewe offers excellent overnight pitches.
This 240 km loop from Inverness explores the Black Isle and Easter Ross in North Scotland. Spot bottlenose dolphins at Chanonry Point, visit Cromarty's historic townhouses, and stop at Tain for whisky tasting. Well-surfaced roads suit all motorhome sizes.
Cover 420 km from Lairg to Cape Wrath and back through North Scotland's most remote terrain. Explore Sandwood Bay, Smoo Cave near Durness, and the Tongue coastline. Campervan travellers will find basic facilities at Kinlochbervie and Scourie.
A 500 km north-south journey through North Scotland from Aviemore to Thurso. Take in the Cairngorms National Park, Loch Ness, and the Ord of Caithness viewpoint. Motorhome service points at Aviemore and Helmsdale keep you well supplied along the way.
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!
North Scotland offers a wide range of campsites spread from the Cairngorms to the far northern coast. You will find well-equipped sites with electric hook-ups, waste disposal, and shower blocks suitable for both campervans and motorhomes. Coastal pitches let you wake up to sea views, while inland sites sit among forests and lochs. Many sites in North Scotland operate seasonally from March to October, so check ahead for winter availability.
North Scotland's road network is largely made up of single-track roads with passing places, particularly on the A838 and A894 along the north and west coasts. There are no toll roads in Scotland. Speed limits for motorhomes under 3.05 tonnes match standard car limits, but vehicles over 3.05 tonnes are restricted to 50 mph on single carriageways and 60 mph on dual carriageways. The A9, the main artery from Inverness northward, features average speed cameras along several stretches. Fuel stations can be far apart in remote areas, so plan your stops carefully.
It's the second time I've hired from Ruben and I hope not the last. He is very honest and explains everything clearly. His RV is lovely to drive and has everything you need. If you're looking for an RV, go with Ruben!
Overall experience was great! Host was very responsive and proactive and provided support before and throughout our trip. The van has everything you need to enjoy a nice camping experience.
Martine was a wonderful host and took us through the many features and inventory with kindness and good humour. She made great efforts to help overcome our language barrier, for which we were very grateful. The motor home was in excellent condition and very well appointed. The electric self lowering bed was very comfortable and retracted to the roof freeing up valuable space for the living quarters. The Fiat vehicle controls were easy to handle and once we got used to the size was no trouble motoring around the Loire. The vehicle was very reliable and well maintained. Martine was quick to reply to a water heating issue we had and resolved our query with easy to follow instructions. Overall, we were very satisfied with our 8 day rental and would not hesitate to recommend this motor home for future rentals.
We had a great honeymoon to the Dolomites in the GreyPanther! Thomas was very thorough with his introduction to the van, communication and I would highy recommend!
Minha primeira experiência com auto caravana foi boa. tudo foi explicado e orientado pelo proprietário e correu tudo bem sem problemas, adoramos. O carro atendeu minha família de 7 pessoas com conforto.
Romeo and his 2 friends where great renters. They took good care of Dolly and returned her in good condtions. These where reasponsable young men. I can reccomend them as renters.
