Find a wide selection of campervans and motorhomes for hire in Basilicata 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.
Basilicata is home to Matera, whose Sassi cave dwellings have been continuously inhabited for over 9,000 years, making it one of the oldest settlements on Earth. This compact southern Italian region stretches from the Tyrrhenian coast at Maratea to the Ionian shoreline near Metaponto, covering roughly 150 km east to west. In between, the Pollino National Park rises to 2,267 metres at Serra Dolcedorme, offering alpine-style landscapes and winding mountain roads that reward patient drivers. The region also features the striking clay formations of the Calanchi di Aliano, the medieval hilltop town of Venosa — birthplace of the Roman poet Horace — and the serene waters of Lago di Monticchio nestled in a volcanic crater. From Potenza, the regional capital, to the Ionian coast is around 100 km, a manageable drive that passes through rolling farmland and quiet villages. Basilicata's relatively low traffic and well-maintained secondary roads make it ideal for exploring by campervan or motorhome at your own pace. Whether you want to wake up overlooking the Pollino peaks or park near a sandy Ionian beach, the freedom of a campervan lets you experience the region's contrasts in a single trip. Through Yescapa, you can hire directly from local owners across Basilicata, choosing from a range of vehicles to suit your group and your route — a peer-to-peer approach that keeps things personal and flexible.
Basilicata is wonderful to explore from late spring through to autumn. May and June bring warm, dry days perfect for driving through the Pollino mountains and along the Ionian coast. The Festa della Bruna in Matera, held every 2 July, is a spectacular celebration with processions and fireworks worth planning around. Summer is peak season, so booking your campervan early on Yescapa gives you the best choice of vehicles from local owners at competitive peer-to-peer prices. September and October offer mild temperatures and quieter roads, ideal for a motorhome trip through the Calanchi landscapes and harvest-season food festivals across the region.
To help you plan your trip, we have selected six unmissable road trips, suitable for all travelers.
A relaxed 50 km drive along Basilicata's Ionian shore, from Metaponto's Greek temple ruins to the sandy beaches of Nova Siri. Allow 3 to 5 days to enjoy seaside campsites and fresh seafood. Great for campervans of any size.
This 80 km loop through Basilicata's clay badlands connects Aliano, Craco Vecchia, and Stigliano. Spend 3 to 6 days exploring dramatic landscapes and quiet hilltop villages. The narrow roads suit smaller campervans best.
Cover 65 km from the Sassi of Matera down to the coast at Lido di Metaponto. Over 4 to 7 days, stop at Miglionico's castle and Bernalda's old town. A motorhome-friendly route with easy roads and well-equipped coastal campsites.
A 200 km circuit through the Pollino National Park in southern Basilicata, passing Rotonda, Terranova di Pollino, and San Severino Lucano. Allow 5 to 8 days for mountain walks and river gorges. Best suited to compact campervans on winding alpine roads.
This 150 km route crosses Basilicata from the regional capital Potenza to the coastal town of Maratea, via Lagonegro and the Sirino massif. Over 7 to 10 days, enjoy mountain scenery and a dramatic coastline. Suitable for both motorhomes and campervans.
A 450 km journey covering the entire region, from Matera's cave city to Maratea's Tyrrhenian cliffs, through the Pollino peaks and along the Ionian coast. Over 10 to 15 days, experience every side of Basilicata. Ideal for a well-equipped motorhome.
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!
Basilicata offers campsites spread from its Ionian beaches to its mountain parks, catering to both campervan and motorhome travellers. Coastal sites near Metaponto and Policoro typically provide full hook-ups, showers, and direct beach access, while inland options closer to the Pollino National Park sit among forests with more basic but peaceful pitches. Most sites welcome larger vehicles and offer level hardstanding or grass pitches with electrical connections.
Basilicata's main motorway is the A3 (now part of the E45), which skirts the western edge of the region near Lagonegro and connects towards both Campania and Calabria. Most of this stretch is toll-free within Basilicata. The primary routes through the region are dual carriageways and well-maintained state roads such as the SS407 Basentana, linking Potenza to the Ionian coast. Speed limits for motorhomes over 3.5 tonnes are 80 km/h on main roads and 100 km/h on motorways. Mountain passes in the Pollino area have some tight bends, so allow extra time if driving a larger vehicle.
Everything was great, guys were super helpful. There was small issue with yescapa whitch owners helpet to resolve fast enough.
Hi Sjoerd, thank you very much for booking our campervan and for taking such good care of it. It was a pleasure having you as our guests. See you next time, and enjoy the rest of your travels!
Home away from home 🫶🏽✨ The whole experience was amazing from start to finish, the van has absolutely everything you need to be off grid and free. Mariana was great to deal with, she checked in along the way to ensure everything was fine with the van. I would recommend this vehicle for a solo traveller as the bed up the top allowed so much space and freedom throughout the travels however the bed below was still comfortable to sleep on if you had 2 people. Would highly recommend renting this van! 10/10 xxx
Easy to comunicate with Luca, All was good in van. Gas stove and kitchen utensils are very good and you can cook decent meals, just have to watch out to dont run out of gas mid cooking. Just have to be careful with water.
Was an amazing experience, Antonio is a super chill guy very flexible and helpful. The car was great and had everything we needed it was an amazing holiday thank you very much!
Everything was great. The van was well equipped and had everything you need for a trip for two people. Martin was very helpful and communicative. Totally recommend!
