Camper and RV rental — New South Wales

Find a wide selection of campervans and motorhomes for hire in New South Wales 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.

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Why hire a campervan or motorhome in New South Wales

New South Wales — a region worth exploring

New South Wales stretches across 801,150 square kilometres of Australia's eastern seaboard, making it the country's most populous state and home to over 200 national parks. From the sandstone cliffs of the Blue Mountains to the surf breaks at Byron Bay, the landscape shifts dramatically as you travel. Sydney to Broken Hill covers roughly 1,160 km, crossing coastal plains, fertile farmlands, and the red-earth outback, while the 290 km drive south from Sydney to Jervis Bay reveals white-sand beaches and the Shoalhaven River valley. The Snowy Mountains, home to Mount Kosciuszko at 2,228 metres, offer alpine scenery rarely associated with Australia, and the Hunter Valley — one of the country's oldest wine regions — sits just two hours north of Sydney. Coastal towns like Coffs Harbour and Port Macquarie provide excellent overnight stops with well-equipped campsite facilities, and the network of rest areas along major highways makes travelling by campervan or motorhome both comfortable and practical. Whether you want to explore rainforest trails in Dorrigo National Park or watch whales migrate past Jervis Bay, a campervan gives you the flexibility to follow your own schedule. Through Yescapa, you can hire directly from local owners across New South Wales, choosing from a wide range of motorhomes and campervans that suit your group size and travel style.

Best time to visit

New South Wales is a year-round destination for campervan travel. Spring (September to November) brings wildflower displays across the Blue Mountains and comfortable temperatures for driving. Summer is ideal for the coast, and January's Sydney Festival fills the city with music and performance. Autumn (March to May) suits the Hunter Valley, when harvest season is in full swing and the vineyards turn golden. Winter draws travellers to the Snowy Mountains for alpine adventures. Booking through Yescapa's peer-to-peer platform often means more competitive pricing outside peak summer months, and you can find campervans and motorhomes available from owners right across New South Wales.

The best road trips in New South Wales

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

The Grand Pacific Drive

280 km 3–6 days

This 280 km coastal route winds south from Sydney through the Royal National Park and across the iconic Sea Cliff Bridge near Coalcliff. Stop at Kiama's famous Blowhole and finish in Shoalhaven. Perfect for campervans, with well-placed rest stops along the way.

Vineyards and Dunes Loop

250 km 3–6 days

A 250 km loop from Newcastle through the Hunter Valley wine region and out to the towering Stockton Bight sand dunes. Sample cellar doors around Pokolbin, then camp near Port Stephens. Ideal for a relaxed motorhome getaway in New South Wales.

Blue Mountains to Mudgee Circuit

420 km 5–8 days

Cover 420 km from Katoomba's Three Sisters lookout, through Lithgow and the Capertee Valley — one of the widest canyons in the world — to the wine town of Mudgee. Campervan-friendly campsites dot the route, and the scenery shifts from eucalyptus forest to open farmland.

The Alpine Way through the Snowy Mountains

480 km 5–8 days

This 480 km route crosses New South Wales's alpine heartland, linking Jindabyne to Khancoban via Thredbo. Drive past glacial lakes and snow gum forests, with campgrounds near the base of Mount Kosciuszko. A motorhome trip best enjoyed from late spring to autumn.

The Sydney to Byron Bay Coastal Run

680 km 7–11 days

Stretch out over 680 km along the New South Wales coast, passing through Coffs Harbour and its Big Banana, the waterways of Nambucca Heads, and the hinterland behind Byron Bay. Plenty of beachside campgrounds welcome campervans and motorhomes year-round.

The Outback Explorer

900 km 10–15 days

A 900 km adventure from Dubbo's Western Plains Zoo through Bourke and on to the red-earth landscapes around Broken Hill. This New South Wales outback route suits self-sufficient travellers in well-equipped campervans. Free bush camps and basic rest areas keep costs down.

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 New South Wales

Recommended campsites

New South Wales offers a wide variety of campsites, from beachfront parks along the Pacific coast to bush retreats in the Blue Mountains and outback stops near Dubbo. Most holiday parks provide powered sites, dump points, and amenities blocks with showers and laundry facilities, catering to both campervans and motorhomes. Whether you are exploring the coast or heading inland through New South Wales, you will find well-maintained sites with easy access.

  • BIG4 Easts Beach Holiday Park KiamaPowered sites, camp kitchen, swimming pool, hot showers, laundry, direct beach access
  • Lane Cove River Tourist Park Macquarie Park, SydneyPowered and unpowered sites, BBQ areas, amenities block, bushland setting near the city
  • Reflections Holiday Parks Jimmys Beach Hawks NestWaterfront sites, dump point, playground, kayak hire, modern amenities block
  • Discovery Parks – Dubbo DubboPowered sites, swimming pool, camp kitchen, Wi-Fi, close to Taronga Western Plains Zoo
  • BIG4 Ingenia Holidays Byron Bay Byron BayEnsuite and powered sites, pool, communal kitchen, bike hire, walking distance to town
  • Kosciuszko Mountain Retreat AdaminabyPowered sites, fire pits, hot showers, pet-friendly, mountain views, dump point

What you need to know about roads and motorways in New South Wales

New South Wales has an extensive motorway network, and most major routes are toll-free outside the Sydney metropolitan area. Within Sydney, electronic tolling applies on roads like the M2, M5, and the Sydney Harbour Tunnel — you will need an e-tag or pass, which can be arranged online before your trip. The general speed limit on open highways is 110 km/h, though vehicles over 4.5 tonnes are restricted to 100 km/h. Rest areas with free overnight parking are well signposted along the Pacific Highway and the Princes Highway, making long-distance motorhome travel straightforward. Be aware that some mountain passes in the Snowy Mountains region may require snow chains in winter.

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What our users say about our campervans and motorhomes in New South Wales

Glyn
5 / 5

Evelyn and Michel are fantastic hosts. They gave us a very detailed tour of their vehicle covering every aspect. Nothing was left out. We found their house very easily and left for our trip thoroughly schooled in how to manage their beautiful campervan.

Simon
5 / 5

We had a great time in this camper van

Martino Andrea
5 / 5

Pedro and Eva are absolutely fantastic! It has been an amazing experience overall. From the moment we contacted them until we handed the van back it has been great! They’re so lovely and kind, and they made us feel like we’ve been friends for ages, even before meeting them in person! The Snoopy van has met every single expectation. We loved everything about it, and felt a bit sad on the last day as we were leaving. Thanks to Pedro’s suggestions it has been very easy to use! Watching the video beforehand has definitely been helpful, and made the entire process smoother. The van is extremely well equipped and it had everything we needed and more. The bed is super comfortable. All the features, including the bathroom were clean and easy to use! The van itself is easy to drive and comfortable. Choosing this van for our coastal road trip made the experience so much more enjoyable and we couldn’t recommend it highly enough. Thank you to Pedro and Eva, and to our best friends Snoopy and Woodstock 😊

Ignas
4 / 5

Very friendly and helpful owner. Vehicle in good condition runs well and provides everything what you need for your trip. It is simple and self made by the owner so don’t expect factory made quality - overall ten out of ten:)

David
5 / 5

An excellent vehicle. Owners super accommodating and complete set up provided for off grid camping or hookup. Will rent again from them.

Brane
5 / 5

Giancarlo's camper is exceptional. We spent six wonderful days on big italian lakes. Easy to drive, has all necessary equipment, in very good shape. Full recommendation!