Campervan Hire & Motorhome Rentals
in Australia & New Zealand

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With over 15 years of experience, we have developed a campervan intuition. We know all about campervans and our website is designed to make it easier for you to pick the right campervan that suits your needs. Our experienced service team is ready to assist when required.

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nicole quinteros
★★★★★ 3 weeks ago
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I had a great experience booking my campervan for my trip to New Zealand. Rossie was very friendly and answered all my questions clearly and quickly. I would definitely recommend this service to anyone who asks

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Matt & Lara
★★★★★ 2 months ago
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Amazing customer service and fantastic rates! It was super easy to book a camper van online, and we got very fast responses and almost instant confirmation, even when the van was ‘on request’. Then a few months later we noticed a cheaper price on a different van when searching their website again, and they were so helpful and responsive with coordinating the new booking and new rate. It saved us a lot of money compared with booking directly! Highly recommend their services.

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Katrina Whitton
★★★★★ 2 months ago
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So helpful finding the best deal suited to our needs! Booked within 30 minutes of messaging asking for help! Rose was amazing, I can’t recommend her enough!

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Ivan Da-Re
★★★★★ 3 months ago
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Great experience overall! The van was clean, comfortable, and reliable throughout the trip. Everything went smoothly, and I’d definitely recommend it. Thanks!

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Swapnil Gujare
★★★★★ 3 months ago
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Really happy with these guys. Van was clean, ran well, no dramas at pick-up or drop-off. Staff were super friendly and helpful. Good value, no hidden fees or surprises. Would rent from them again for sure!

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Cooper Patterson
★★★★★ 3 months ago
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Great experience will definitely be using again

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Ifty Syed
★★★★★ 3 months ago
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I recently hired a motorhome through Australian Backpackers and had a great experience from start to finish. The booking process was straightforward, communication was clear, and the team was helpful in answering my questions and making sure everything was organised before the trip. The motorhome was clean, comfortable and well equipped, with everything we needed for an enjoyable road trip. The collection and handover process was smooth, and it gave us confidence knowing support was available if we needed assistance while travelling. Overall, Australian Backpackers made the entire experience easy and stress-free. I would happily use them again and recommend them to anyone looking to hire a campervan or motorhome.

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moya wilsenach
★★★★★ 3 months ago
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Had the best time. Very professional service

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Zane Scott
★★★★★ 3 months ago
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Rented a mobile home from Australian Backpackers Campervan & Motorhome Rentals for a week and couldn't have asked for a better experience. The vehicle was in excellent condition — clean, well-maintained, and ready to go from the moment we picked it up. The staff genuinely went above and beyond, making the whole process smooth and stress-free from start to finish. It's clear they care about giving customers a great trip. Highly recommend to anyone looking to hire a campervan or motorhome — will definitely be using them again!

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Brodie
★★★★★ 3 months ago
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Great service and very easy to deal with. The campervan was great and the whole process was really simple. Would definitely recommend!

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Filippa Grönlund
★★★★★ 3 months ago
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I had a great experience booking my campervan through Australian Backpackers. The whole booking process was incredibly smooth and easy from start to finish. The team was very friendly, helpful, and quick to answer all my questions, making everything stress-free. I really appreciated their excellent customer service and would definitely recommend them to anyone planning a trip around Australia! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

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Megan
★★★★★ 5 months ago
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Super helpful & responsive over WhatsApp and can’t wait to collect the vehicle for our trip!! Would recommend

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Paul Brooks
★★★★★ 6 months ago
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Fast and friendly service! Thx Rose

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Ben Nutt
★★★★★ 7 months ago
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Rose was so helpful with our booking for a camper in NZ. She went over and above when we had an issue with a booking date. Highlight recommend to book through them! Thanks again Rose at Australian Backpackers.

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Jeremy Taylor
★★★★★ 7 months ago
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Best campervan booking experience ever - got the campervan we wanted that was perfect for our Australian road trip.

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Robin rinkema
★★★★★ 8 months ago
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We were helped quickly and kindly with our very last-minute booking. Very happy that we were able to rent a camper here.

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Callum Hunter
★★★★★ 8 months ago
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Customer service was incredible. I had some issues with location pickup and they offered 50 to help with Uber from airport, and resolved all issues in a friendly and productive manner. Highly recommend, will be using again for sure! 🙂

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Allan Haddad
★★★★★ 9 months ago
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We’ve used these guys more than once and we’ve never been disappointed. Will continue to use the team who helps us secure the most favourable campervan for our needs.

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Pablo Giacinti
★★★★★ a year ago
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Such a good customer service, helping us with every single tour that we had on mind, finding the best prices, and on top answering all the inquiries super quickly. Highly recommend to organise your road trip with them!

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aisha
★★★★★ a year ago
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Great customer service and smooth trip

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Valentina Jahjah
★★★★★ a year ago
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I had an amazing experience with Australian Backpackers, thanks to Arun's outstanding service! He patiently answered all my questions about the motorhome I wanted to rent and helped me with the booking process. He also offered a great price! Arun was always attentive and responded instantly to all my inquiries. Highly recommended! Five stars isn't enough, thanks Arun for making our trip planning so smooth!

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Jess
★★★★★ a year ago
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good service, especially big thumb 👍🏻 for Arun’s service. easy communication and provide personalised service and support, much recommended and appreciated. big thanks

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Isabella Bastenie
★★★★★ a year ago
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Really pleased with my experience booking through backpackers, especially Arun who helped me with all the info and what vehicles would suit our travels the best! Easy to get a hold of and quick with getting back to me! Also highly recommended through a friend of mine who also had a great experience booking through him. Thank you so much Arun!

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Gemma Delahunty
★★★★★ a year ago
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Couldn’t recommend this website enough, Arun was super helpful on Whatsapp and made the whole experience stress free! Incredible customer service, excited for our road trip!!

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joao octavio nunes
★★★★★ 2 years ago
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Perfect customer service. Very kind and easy to make reservations.

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Brendan Browning
★★★★★ 2 years ago
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Great customer service. Helped me find a van last minute before a public holiday and gave me a couple hundred dollar discounts even after I'd already paid the deposit. Seems like a solid service.

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John Cisa
★★★★★ 2 years ago
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Really good WhatsApp assistance, just booked a van for a trip from Brisbane to Sydney!

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Felix Roth
★★★★★ 2 years ago
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Just booked a caravan and I can only recommend the WhatsApp service! Extraordinary service! Super exited to pick up our caravan soon and explore Australia. Thank you for your excellent service, Arun.

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Miren Shah
★★★★★ 2 years ago
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The service from Arun to sort our campervan out was fantastic. Highly recommend using them to sort your trip out in Australia !

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Erika Ratcliffe
★★★★★ 3 years ago
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Found the Whatsapp assistance very reassuring. Arun was especially helpful and professional: went out of his way to accommodate us as best he could (short notice and restricted budget). I'll definitely consider them again for our next trip. Erika Ratcliffe

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Adrian Capilla
★★★★★ 3 years ago
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100% recommended company! They are very professional. There was a small problem with our vehicle and they were very quick to fix it. I am very grateful to them and without a doubt I will repeat with them.

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Alfonso Sanchez
★★★★★ 3 years ago
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Ive had the best experience booking with Arun, he provided me top quality service and helped me decide the route, which camper is best between multiple options, i was very worried and with so many questions, but he helped me to feel safe and sound! Give the best tips and ideas so i can have the best time roadtripping Australia! Thank you again mate, extremely satisfied customer! Now i just need to wait for the trip of my life!

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Matteo Buffa
★★★★★ 3 years ago
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I was looking to rent a van for a road trip with my mom and they help me through whatsapp. Really easy and efficient. They did a little discount as well. Highly recommended

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Beth Breakwell
★★★★★ 3 years ago
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We’ve had the most amazing experience booking with Australian Backpackers, morgane has provided us with top quality service and helped us decide what camper is best for us, giving us multiple different options which made our task of choosing so much easier, we was very stressed as we left booking this camper with only 3 weeks to go but I couldn’t recommend this company and Morgane enough, I hope she sees this as she deserves the recognition! Thank you once again, extremely happy customer!

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Samuel Watts
★★★★★ 3 years ago
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A great company to book with for renting a Campervan, Arun was especially helpful with great communication! Made everything easy and clear, would highly recommend!

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Vilde Garang
★★★★★ 3 years ago
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We wanted to rent a van, but seeing that we were late with ordering a van, this was not that easy. But they were so helpfull, answered very quick and always tried to find the best solution to our requests. After less than two days we found a van that fitted what we wanted. Great help!

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Mollie Kirkham
★★★★★ 3 years ago
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We dealt with Arun from Australian Campers and he was a life saver! ..after leaving it extremely last minute to find a camper van and calling hundreds of companies, Arun was the first person who was willing to help..and he found us a fan for 2 days time! Great service would definitely recommend! Thanks Arun!

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Violet Cordwell
★★★★★ 4 years ago
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Extremely responsive and helpful customer service, they went above and beyond to find me a car that would suit my needs and helped work with my budget. They didn't let it deter them that I was on my P's and found a company that could work with me. They explained insurance options and the fit outs.

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Trisha Filor
★★★★★ 4 years ago
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Arun was so helpful from the world go and then really went above and beyond to help when our trip had to be cancelled. We still have to take the trip but - thank you Arun!

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Meelie Barclay
★★★★★ 4 years ago
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This company has honestly been amazing! We had Arun who did everything he could to get us money off and suggested some really important steps in order for us to get the best deal through the company. Arun has been amazing making the r process as simple as possible for us and I couldn’t recommend this place enough

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Nikita Isabeth
★★★★★ 5 years ago
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So far (prior to travel) my experience with Australian Backpackers has been great. The customer service from this company is spectacular, with a special shout out to Arun. Arun has been incredibly helpful and friendly with my questions leading up to booking a caravan for Tasmania. I'm pretty stoked I chose to book through this company and highly recommend them!

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William Pitney
★★★★★ 5 years ago
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Amazing service and really well looked after. Extremely well run and easy process.

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Kate Webb
★★★★★ 5 years ago
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I highly recommend Australian Backpackers, they have been nothing short of amazing to deal with! Always prompt with responding wherever I had questions. Unfortunately we had to cancel our booking due to covid and they were so helpful, we got our full refund back with no problems at all. I am hoping we can re book in the future

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okan Aussie
★★★★★ 5 years ago
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Very nice service

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James
★★★★★ 5 years ago
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Arun has been extremely helpful and professional. Thank you so much for helping us out with our booking.

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Clémence Désilles
★★★★★ 6 years ago
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Highly recommended if you want to rent a van! Mathjis has been really helpful to organize our road trip. He listen to our need and then we looked at differents option to see which one was more suitable for us! Thank you so much again 🙏

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Paige Houden
★★★★★ 6 years ago
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Highly recommended, Mathij is a incredible credit to the company and I couldn't rate them higher. Professional, high level of care and efficiency, organised and booked in minutes.All these came in to play when I was traveling to visit my elder aunty in the country and they helped me travel safely and fast during the corona 19 outbreak and restrictions. Thanks a million !

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shantal Chambers
★★★★★ 6 years ago
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Have just booked with these guys and they have done everything possible to help us and get us what we need for the best price, if you're looking for friendly staff and great service this is the right place for you, thankyou so much for all your help guys !! Much appreciated. Now our holiday can be stress free thanks to yous .

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Jo Sie
★★★★★ 6 years ago
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Would really recommend this company. We are very thankful, Mathijs answered all our questions and got us the best deal.

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Stacey Michalios
★★★★★ 6 years ago
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The staff were really helpful and accomodating. They responded to all my questions and concerns and gave me a great deal!! I highly recommend the service. I am very pleased. Thank you!!

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Fabian Fischer
★★★★★ 6 years ago
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Very easy booking, quick answers in whatsapp. Changig the date wasnt a problem either, so far highly recommended.

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Rallie agterhof
★★★★★ 6 years ago
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What incredibly good service and extremely good and competitive prices! Thanks Mathijs for everything, and we are really going to enjoy our Jucy Champ! 5 stars!!

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Trinity Fava
★★★★★ 6 years ago
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Was a quick and easy process in choosing which van was right for me! They ensured no thinking was necessary I just told them my criteria and they gave me a list of options to choose from. Very happy with the service I received.

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Amy Green
★★★★★ 6 years ago
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Would highly recommend booking your Campervan trip through these guys. They are super attentive and helpful! Mathijs was especially helpful and managed to find us a great deal. We simply told them what we were after and he did his best to make it happen! Great service, 5 stars for sure!

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Tully Scales
★★★★★ 6 years ago
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Such a great booking experience, Mathijs was super helpful and knowledgeable on how to get us the best possible deal. Thanks for your help Mathijs!

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Jessica Amaral
★★★★★ 6 years ago
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Excellent service and super fast ! thanks for your help and so effective, mathijs was the best!

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nicole burger
★★★★★ 6 years ago
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Very good experience to book our Campervan with Australian Backpacker! Mathijs was from the beginning very helpful and sent us quickly suitable offers. He always answered our questions very quickly.

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Josie Appleby
★★★★★ 6 years ago
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Fantastic company! Mathijs was so helpful, answered all of our questions and got us the best price on our Campervan by far. Couldn’t recommend more! Thank you Mathijs! 😊

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Tamir K
★★★★★ 7 years ago
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Great assistance, awesome prices, highly recommend. Mathijs was more than helpful with everything, thanks!

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Pierre Simonet
★★★★★ 7 years ago
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Excellent service, they help to find a campervan for the next 48h with a great discount. They definitely saved my trip ! Highly recommanded.

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Camilla Bandinelli
★★★★★ 7 years ago
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Mathijs Was so helpulfull! I recommend him to everyone!

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Laura Finnegan
★★★★★ 7 years ago
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Mathijs was extremely helpful with all enquiries from the start. The whatsapp was a great quick and easy way to communicate with a fast response all the time. I would highly recommend this service to anyone looking for a friendly service with great prices.

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gigi C Castilla
★★★★★ 7 years ago
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We were able to rent a van in less than an hour. Excellent service, good prices, thanks for your help and so effective

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Hannah
★★★★★ 7 years ago
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Very pleased with the service. Mathijs was super friendly and helpful, finding me some affordable campervans even during the busy summer period. Will definitely use again!

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Jasmin Keick
★★★★★ 7 years ago
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Quick, friendly and knowledgeable!! Knew exactly what vehicle to recommend for our trip and gave us a great price! Will definitely use again!

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Danni Dispirito
★★★★★ 7 years ago
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First time booking a Campervan and could not have asked for a more helpful person than Mathijs. He understood exactly what we wanted and gave us a price so much more reasonable than any other company we approached, which has made our trip possible!! His replies via WhatsApp were so quick and he made us feel at ease immediately that he had everything in hand ☺️ Really could not have asked for a better person to deal with and cannot thank him enough!!!!

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rianne kuiper
★★★★★ 7 years ago
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Matthijs was really helpful and patient. Thank you and good luck!

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joe cooper
★★★★★ 7 years ago
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Had the pleasure of dealing with both Matthijs and Arun they were both very quick and efficient in dealing with my inquiries, nothing seemed to much effort for them and made booking my campervan a very comfortable experience... Would definitely recommend and the WhatsApp communication was very effective and efficient. Thanks for your help

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Justyna Salicio
★★★★★ 7 years ago
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We’ve booked our campervan with Mathijs. He managed to find us a great option in very short notice, was very honest and professional. Would highly recommend him, and will definitely book again in near future!

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Maud Claessens
★★★★★ 7 years ago
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Matthijs has a very friendly, quick and enthousiastic approach to start with, which makes communication easy. As a solo traveler on a budget it can be difficult to find an affordable vehicle. I found my vehicle quick but it took me a while to decide when and where to. He has been really patient with me to make my final decisions. Thanks a lot! I can't wait for my trip!

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Alienor Potel
★★★★★ 7 years ago
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I just booked a campervan through Australian backpackers, they have been awesome with me ! Their quotes’ system is really great and above all they have an amazing customer service department ! Mathijs has been able to answer all my hundred questions via whatsapp, thanks once again for his help and patience ! I definitely recommend this company !

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Aaltsje
★★★★★ 7 years ago
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Second time I’ve rented a car with the help of Mathijs. Helpful as always and really quick in his response. We couldn’t get a car sorted on our own; Mathijs gave us some options and sealed the deal for us. Defo worth checking out ;)

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Holly Thayre
★★★★★ 7 years ago
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The most helpful and friendly customer service you could find! Mathijs sorted out everything for us and answered all our questions quickly. We were really struggling to organise a camper for our trip until we came across Australian Backpackers, Thank you Mathijs for making it so easy! We’re so excited for our trip!

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Benjamin Lee
★★★★★ 7 years ago
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Australian backpackers camper has the quickest response time and service from WhatsApp is unique. I do recommend to check them out.

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Tess van den Heuvel
★★★★★ 7 years ago
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Mathijs helped us find a great deal not once, but twice! The Dutch contact in Australia was fantastic, very helpful. He responded quickly, was super friendly, and was very helpful and considerate. Thanks again, Mathijs! I've rented a campervan once through this company, and everything was taken care of, and I received a nice extra discount on another booking. Both times, we received excellent advice about our options and extras! I highly recommend booking with this company!

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Anne Ruiter
★★★★★ 7 years ago
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We wanted to hire a van and Mathijs really helped us out. He replied really fast and found us an amazing van for a good price. The service is perfect. I recommend it to everyone.

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Joy De Lange
★★★★★ 7 years ago
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Customer-friendly & good service..

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Ine van Teeffelen
★★★★★ 7 years ago
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Rented a campervan trough this company today! Awesome service! They are super fast and really helpful. I would defenitely recommend them to everyone.

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Daniel Covarrubias
★★★★★ 7 years ago
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Very friendly people to deal with. They found the right campervan for our family trip up the East Coast. Mathijs was exceptional! Thanks Australian Backpackers Rentals. :)

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Stef Oostvogels
★★★★★ 7 years ago
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I booked a motorhome and a few activities along the east coast through Australian Backpackers and it was super easy! I just told them what kind of things we wanted to do, they suggested a few options and organised everything. Even just one week before the trip! They're really friendly and helpful and have experience with this kind of travels, so if you don't like planning and comparing like me, this is perfect.

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Angus Stevens
★★★★★ 8 years ago
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Sunshine people - would recommend 🤘🏻

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Rogér Otte
★★★★★ 8 years ago
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Good & reliable staff!

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Anneloes Otte
★★★★★ 8 years ago
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Great service! Mathijs booked the perfect motorhome for us! Good price and conditions!

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Alvin Lim
★★★★★ 8 years ago
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I make some booking through internet, the manager Mathjis was really helpful even-though we never met. He make my holiday full of fun and excitement. Thank you.

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Marguerite Rose
★★★★★ 9 years ago
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We can't say enough good things about the folks at Australian Backpackers. Although we weren't typical customers, Mathijs went out of his way to help us on our recent trip to Sydney. He took time to help us decide where to visit given the limited time we had in Australia and also booked a side trip for us. When we thought we needed to find temporary luggage storage his associate suggested a reasonable option. Great service by friendly people!

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Selma van Wolveren
★★★★★ 9 years ago
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They helped me out to book a cheap campervan for my camping, surf & roadtrip at the sunshine coast. Friendly crew :-)!

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Sandra
★★★★★ 9 years ago
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Australian backpacker office with Kim was always like coming home! We started there and they prepare us for nearly everything we needed, travel for a year... When we came back to Sydney after our van broke down the first thing we did was going to the office and it felt like coming home. Great support always!

Australia

13 pick-up cities, from Cairns to Hobart

New Zealand

3 pick-up cities: Auckland, Christchurch and Queenstown

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Our specials

5%EARLY BIRD

Early Bird Discount

Cruisin Motorhomes: Book a campervan 125 days or more before your pick-up date and get 5% off the rental price. One of the most popular campervan hire deals in Australia.

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10%21+ DAYS

21+ Days Special

Travellers Autobarn: Save 10% on rentals of 21 days or more. Travel any time and book by 30 January 2027.

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20%BLACK FRIDAY

Black Friday Sale

JUCY: 20% off daily rates for Black Friday.

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10%EARLY BIRD

Super Early Bird

Spaceships: 10% off when you book ahead. It applies automatically.

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15%NO ONE-WAY FEE

Hit the Road from the Northern Territory

Britz: 15% off daily hire plus no one-way fee when you pick up in the NT.

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10%4WD

Unlock Australia's Wild Side with a 4WD

Apollo: 10% off daily vehicle hire rates on 4WD campers.

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8%FLASH SALE

Flash Sale

Travellers Autobarn: 8% off for a short window. You must pick up and return between 11 November and 19 December 2026.

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10%LONG HIRE

Long Hire Discount

Cruisin Motorhomes: 10% off when you book for 21 days or more.

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10%G'DAY PARKS

10% Off G'Day Campground Parks

Travellers Autobarn: Book your campervan with Travellers Autobarn and get 10% off at G'Day Parks.

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15%NO ONE-WAY FEE

Head Out from Cairns and Explore Australia

Britz: 15% off daily hire plus no one-way fee when you pick up in Cairns.

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15%NO ONE-WAY FEE

Pick Up the Keys, Chase the Horizon

Britz: Autumn and winter travel with 15% off and no one-way fee.

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10%4WD

Unlock Australia's Wild Side with a 4WD

Britz: 10% off the daily rental rate on 4WD campers.

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$1507+ DAYS

Travel for 7+ Days

Britz: $150 off a hire of 7 days or more, Britz Trailblazer only.

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8%LONG HIRE

Hire for 21+ Days

Britz: 8% off the daily vehicle rate on hires of 21 days or more, all locations.

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$1507+ DAYS

Travel for 7+ Days and Save $150

Apollo: Save $150 on a hire of 7 days or more.

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15%NO ONE-WAY FEE

Head Out from Cairns and Explore Australia

Apollo: 15% off daily vehicle hire rates plus no one-way fee.

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15%NO ONE-WAY FEE

Hit the Road from the Northern Territory

Apollo: 15% off daily vehicle hire rates plus no one-way fee.

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15%NO ONE-WAY FEE

Pick Up the Keys. Chase the Horizon.

Apollo: 15% off daily vehicle hire rates plus no one-way fee.

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8%LONG HIRE

Long Hire Offer

Apollo: Travelling for more than 21 days? Get 8% off daily vehicle rates when you travel before 31 March 2027. It also applies to multiple back-to-back bookings that add up to 21 days or more, so contact us to add it.

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FREECAMPSITES

Free Campsites Australia Wide

Travellers Autobarn: A complimentary booklet gives you access to free campsites all across Australia.

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FREEROAD TRIP APP

Free Road Trip App Discounts

Travellers Autobarn: Download the Campermate app and get access to hundreds of discounts and deals.

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FAQs

Frequently Asked Questions

The quick answers to what travellers ask us most before they book.

How does Australian Backpackers work?

We are a comparison and booking service. Search your dates and pick-up location, compare campervans and motorhomes from leading operators side by side, then book the one that suits your trip and budget.

What types of vehicles can I hire?

Lowtop and hightop campervans, motorhomes, and 4WDs with rooftop tents. Each type suits a different group size, budget and style of travel, so use the vehicle guides to find the right fit.

Do I need a special licence?

No special licence is needed for most campervans. A valid standard car licence is enough, and international visitors should also carry an International Driving Permit if their licence is not in English. Check the operator's terms when you book.

What is the minimum age to hire a campervan?

It depends on the operator and the vehicle. Some accept drivers from 18, while others require 21 or 25. Compare options for your age, or ask our team to check for you.

Can I pick up in one city and drop off in another?

Yes. One-way hire is popular for road trips such as Sydney to Cairns or Melbourne to Adelaide. Availability and fees vary by route and season, so compare your dates.

Is a bond or excess required?

Most hires include a refundable bond and an insurance excess. The amounts vary by operator and vehicle, and you can see them before you book.

Can I sleep anywhere in a campervan?

No. Overnight stays are only allowed in designated areas such as holiday parks, campsites and approved free camps. Rules vary by council and state, so always follow local signs.

How far ahead should I book?

As early as you can, especially for school holidays, Christmas and New Year. Last-minute deals do appear, so it is worth comparing even close to your travel date.

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