Find a wide selection of campervans and motorhomes for hire in Queensland 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.
Queensland's Great Barrier Reef stretches over 2,300 kilometres along the coast, making it the largest coral reef system on Earth and a defining feature of any road trip through this vast Australian state. From the golden beaches of the Gold Coast to the ancient Daintree Rainforest near Cape Tribulation, Queensland offers an extraordinary range of landscapes to explore at your own pace. The drive from Brisbane to Cairns covers roughly 1,700 kilometres of coastal highway, passing through charming towns like Bundaberg, Airlie Beach and Townsville along the way. Inland, the Atherton Tablelands rise to over 1,000 metres, offering cooler temperatures, crater lakes and rolling farmland — a welcome contrast to the tropical coastline. Fraser Island, the world's largest sand island, sits just off the coast near Hervey Bay, around 290 kilometres north of Brisbane, and is a must-visit for nature lovers. Queensland's well-maintained roads and generous network of rest stops make it ideal for campervan and motorhome travel, whether you are hugging the coast or heading west into the outback. With Yescapa, you can hire a campervan or motorhome directly from local owners across Queensland, giving you access to a wide variety of vehicles suited to everything from weekend escapes to extended touring adventures. The peer-to-peer model means more choice, more flexibility and a more personal way to hit the road.
Queensland enjoys a tropical to subtropical climate, making it a year-round destination for campervan travel. The dry season from May to October is especially popular in the north, with warm days and clear skies ideal for exploring Cairns and the Whitsundays. In August, the Ekka — Brisbane's Royal Queensland Show — draws visitors from across the state. Winter months (June to August) are peak season, so booking your motorhome on Yescapa early gives you the best pick of vehicles at competitive peer-to-peer prices. The wet season from November to April brings lush green landscapes and fewer crowds in Queensland, perfect for travellers who prefer quieter roads and lower hire costs.
To help you plan your trip, we have selected six unmissable road trips, suitable for all travellers.
This 250 km route heads north from Brisbane through the Glass House Mountains and into the Sunshine Coast hinterland. Stop at Mooloolaba for fresh seafood before reaching Noosa Heads. Allow 3 to 6 days — campervan-friendly parks dot the entire stretch.
A 280 km loop through Queensland's tropical north, crossing the Daintree River by ferry and winding through ancient rainforest to Cape Tribulation. Over 3 to 6 days, explore Port Douglas and Mossman Gorge. A compact campervan handles the narrow roads well.
Follow 450 km of Queensland coastline from Brisbane north to Hervey Bay, gateway to Fraser Island. Spend 5 to 8 days stopping at Noosa, Rainbow Beach and Maryborough. Motorhomes and campervans both find excellent facilities along this well-serviced corridor.
This 380 km inland circuit from Cairns climbs into the Atherton Tablelands, passing Curtain Fig Tree, Lake Barrine and Millaa Millaa Falls. Allow 5 to 8 days to enjoy the cooler highland air. Campsites with powered sites for motorhomes are plentiful throughout Queensland's highlands.
Cover 620 km along Queensland's central coast from Mackay to Airlie Beach and Bowen over 7 to 11 days. Launch a boat trip to the Whitsunday Islands and swim at Cedar Creek Falls. Well-equipped holiday parks suit both campervans and larger motorhomes.
An epic 1,700 km journey from Brisbane to Cairns along the Bruce Highway, taking in Bundaberg, Rockhampton, Townsville and Mission Beach over 10 to 15 days. Regular rest stops and caravan parks make this Queensland classic accessible for any campervan or 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!
Queensland offers a fantastic spread of campsites for every style of trip, from beachfront parks along the Coral Sea to shaded inland retreats on the Atherton Tablelands. Most holiday parks cater to both campervans and motorhomes with powered sites, dump points, modern amenity blocks and camp kitchens. Many Queensland coastal parks also provide swimming pools, barbecue areas and direct beach access, making longer stays comfortable and enjoyable.
Queensland's main coastal route, the Bruce Highway (Highway 1), runs over 1,600 kilometres from Brisbane to Cairns and is toll-free for its entire length. In the Brisbane metropolitan area, some motorways such as the Gateway Motorway and Logan Motorway use electronic tolling — a linkt or e-tag pass is the easiest way to pay. Speed limits for motorhomes over 4.5 tonnes are generally capped at 100 km/h on open roads, while lighter campervans follow standard car limits. Rest areas with free overnight parking are well signposted along major highways, making long-distance travel in Queensland straightforward and budget-friendly.
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!
We had an amazing experience renting this campervan! It had absolutely everything we needed for our 10-day trip around Tenerife, making our adventure comfortable and hassle-free. The owners were incredibly kind, helpful, and welcoming, and communication with them was excellent from start to finish. We couldn’t have asked for a better experience and would definitely recommend renting from them! 😊
We had an amazing experience with both the campervan and its owner, Alvaro! Alvaro is a super friendly, cheerful, and helpful young guy. He personally picked us up from the airport and gave us some fantastic recommendations for beautiful places to visit in Mallorca, including hidden gems that only a local would know about. He also suggested some great local restaurants where we could try traditional Mallorcan specialties. After we returned the campervan, he was kind enough to drop us off at a location of our choice. Communication with him throughout the entire trip was excellent — easy, friendly, and really helpful. The campervan itself is very cozy, comfortable, and well-equipped. It has everything you need for a wonderful getaway for two people. Fuel consumption is around 8–10 L/100 km, which is perfectly reasonable for this type of vehicle. We were extremely happy with the whole experience and would definitely rent from Alvaro again! Thank you so much for everything, Alvaro! 😊🚐☀️
Great communication with owners, car was in excellent condition. We had a wonderful time.
We rented Máximo’s van for our trip to La Palma, and we couldn’t have asked for a better experience! If you’ve driven there, you know how steep and challenging the roads can be, but we always felt safe and comfortable. The van has absolutely everything you could need, even for remote workers like us. Máximo was incredibly helpful, flexible, and communicative from start to finish. He even accommodated a few extra requests as our van broke down while we were driving from Lanzarote and we urgently needed a replacement. He really went above and beyond to help us out. We would 100% recommend renting from Máximo to anyone looking to explore La Palma. Thank you again for making a stressful situation so much easier and for helping us enjoy our trip!
We had an amazing road trip through Northern Spain starting from Esposende! The motorhome was in great condition, clean, and ready for adventure. A huge thank you to the owner, who was incredible and always available to support us. Everything went smoothly without a single issue. Highly recommended!
