Follow the Best Weather

Some people love the heat, while others prefer the cold. Depending on your preference, you can follow the most inviting weather by choosing your destinations carefully.

Northern areas of Australia offer warm, balmy weather even during Winter months. Broome and Coral Bay in Western Australia for example, are often preferred by our campervan rental customers during Winter months.

Surprisingly, cooler Southern regions are equally popular during Winter months – especially for people who prefer cool weather and a relaxed holiday of sight-seeing and wine tasting.

Seasonal Warnings

• The Aussie outback – including central Australia, Alice Springs – can be unbearably hot for tourists coming from colder climates.
• Avoid camping on the beach during Winter months. Not only will it be cold, it can also be windy and rainy.
• Watch out for Jellyfish swarms in tropical areas and around warm beaches. If in doubt, ask the locals – or the area’s tourist bureau – whether it’s safe to swim.

Are you ready to plan your Driving Holiday in Australia? Give us a call and we’ll be happy to speak to you about activities and destinations recommended for the season you’re traveling.

We’ve recently heard a few people talking about Bremer Bay. It sounds like the perfect destination for a Summer Camper Hire holiday in South Western Australia.

Bremer Bay is a small town with a population of only 300 people. If you love beautiful beaches, you’ll want to add this top spot to your driving holiday itinerary!

Bremer Bay Attractions

• John Cove Swimming Beach. John Cove is a popular swimming spot in Bremer Bay. Just a 10 minute walk from the centre of town, the cove is naturally sheltered, making it the preferred swimming spot for locals and tourists alike.
• Watersports. Surfing, scuba diving, body boarding, snorkelling and more. All kinds of watersports are available in Bremer Bay. You can choose to go by yourself, or organise a professional chartered service.
• Whale Waching. From July through to October, Southern Right whales can be spotted off the coast of Bremer Bay and surrounding areas. It’s not uncommon to spot a pod of whales, including baby calves.
• Boating/Fishing. Bremer Bay boasts a marina and jetty, making it popular for boating enthusiasts. With or without a boat, Bremer Bay beaches are a popular fishing spot. You can go deep-sea fishing, or stick to the shore with a rod and reel

If you like the sound of Bremer Bay, you can check out the website here. We recommend booking holiday park accommodation early to avoid disappointment, especially if you’re planning to visit over the Christmas holidays. Call our office today to book your camper hire over the Aussie Christmas holidays.

Activities at the Camper Van

When you hire a campervan in Australia, you can set up camp anywhere you like. Many customers choose a mixture of holiday park stays and designated national park campsite stays. Wherever you find yourself, take time to enjoy the following activities.

• Write a travel journal (you can even write these online if you have mobile internet facilities)
• Light a campfire
• Cook a campfire meal
• Go for a walk
• Forage for treasure – leaves, flowers, etc. Why note make crafts from the things you find?
• Gaze at the stars
• Make the most of holiday park facilites – pool, park, etc.

Physical Activities

• Swimming – at the beach, or in rivers, streams and waterholes depending on the location.
• Water Sports – surfing, scuba diving, snorkelling, canoeing/kayaking.
• Hiking – specially created bushwalks, such as Western Australia’s Bibbulmun Track are equipped with shelters along the track. You can complete portions of the walks (which should take a few hours), or complete the trail (allow days or weeks depending on the trail).
• Fishing – you should double-check with the tourist bureau at every town to make sure you don’t fish illegally.

Leisurely Activities

• Wineries
• Tasting local produce (cheese, olive oil, etc.)
• Museums
• Sight-seeing
• Walking

Hiring a campervan in Australia is an easy, fun and cost-effective holiday alternative to traditional hotel accommodation. Give us a call today and we’ll be happy to recommend the best vehicle – and most popular activities for you to enjoy.

• Plan activity after a long drive. When you’ve spent a long time driving, it’s good to stretch your body and get some fresh air. If you hope to go hiking, surfing or exploring, schedule it for the day after a driving day. It’s a great way to get refreshed and energised before the next drive.

• Plan time for rest. Every driving holiday should include a few days of nothing! A day without plans offers freedom to explore, build a campfire, enjoy your campervan and just relax.

• Schedule adequate time for each activity. One of the biggest mistakes people make on their driving holiday is trying to cram too many activities into one day. While it’s tempting to do as much as possible, you’ll enjoy a better holiday if you’re not too rushed. One or two activities in a single day is usually enough.

• Schedule adequate driving time. In calculating driving distance and time, remember to allow a little extra time. Giving yourself an extra hour to complete a three hour journey gives you time to make stops, take photos, stretch your legs and enjoy a snack or lunch. And if you’re slowed by unexpected traffic delays, you’ll be glad for the buffer of time.

Our best advice is don’t overfill your schedule. Give yourself plenty of time to enjoy each day and relax in your campervan.

We invite you to browse the website and give us a call today. We’ll help arrange the perfect camper for your campervan hire holiday in Australia.

Campervan Australia Hire Customers Recommend Coral Bay

We always ask our customers about their favorite places to visit. Time and again people recommend Coral Bay, so we’ve written this blog post to encourage you to include it on your camper hire itinerary.

4 Great Reasons to Include Coral Bay on Your Camper Hire Trip

Coral Bay Western Australia is a beautiful destination for camper hire travelers that want to experience a stunning ocean location. There are many compelling reasons to visit Coral Bay Western Australia on your Campervan Self Drive Holiday – here are just four of them:

1. Indian Ocean Views: Coral Bay Western Australia gives you stunning and unobstructed views of the Indian Ocean. Coral Bay’s lagoon-like waters are sheltered by the Ningaloo Reef. This makes waters calm and inviting most of the year. Stunning ocean views are everywhere you look. You can also hire a boat – or take a charter tour – to soak up more of the ocean vista.
2. Reef Wildlife: Coral Bay gives you have easy access to reef and coral. Snorkelling is a must activity. You will find fish, coral and plenty of other wildlife well within your reach. The reef, with an abundance of protected fish and coral, are accessible in the bay… even to small children. The best way to see all of the stunning wildlife that Coral Bay Western Australia has to offer is by way of coral viewing boats. Tours will allow you to see turtle nesting on the local beaches, whale sharks in the bay and a variety of other rich wildlife throughout the area.
3. Water Sports: If you love the idea of swimming in crystal clear waters, then Coral Bay is the perfect location for you. Whether you go snorkeling along the coral reefs to experience the fish and wildlife first hand, or take a coral boat out to get a birds eye view into deep, clear waters, there are plenty of things to do, see and experience here. There is an abundance of water activities for you to take in at Coral Bay in Western Australia.
4. Luxury: If you’re looking for something special – a little luxury to spice up your campervan hire trip – Coral Bay has a lot on offer. Between the resort hotel and spacious caravan parks there are numerous opportunities for you to indluge while in the area.

The warmer weather is coming soon. Coral Bay is perfect for enjoying water activities on your campervan hire holiday. Book your holiday today and be sure to include a drive to Coral Bay on your itinerary!

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We’re excited to announce some new social media features on our website. With Facebook and Twitter integration, it’s now easier than ever for you to share your camping experience with the world. New changes to the website include:

• Facebook on the front page.
• Twitter links for easy following.
• New featured blog posts and news updates via Facebook
• New ‘reviews’ page. You can now read others’ reviews as well as post your own.

We invite you to send us your campervan hire photos. Tell us about your camping holiday and destinations you’d recommend to others (or recommend others avoid!). Connect with us today by liking us on Facebook and following us on Twitter.

• Flexible meals. A mistake people often make is planning their meal times too strictly. Some people plan to cook all meals themselves. Others plan to dine out every night. Cooking all meals yourself can be tiring, especially if you’re always in and out of the grocery store for ingredients. On the other hand, dining out can be expensive… and it can detract from the outdoor holiday experience. We recommend mixing up your dining options. Our vans provide all the facilities you need to cook and clean, so cook for yourself as much as you can but DO give yourself a break and eat out a couple of times a week.
• Make the most camp area activities. Nearly all Australian holiday parks have dedicated spots for people who are hiring a campervan. You will be able to plug your van into mains power and recharge your equipment. You’ll also enjoy a variety of activities available to camp area guests. These facilities may include a swimming pool or tennis court. If you stay in a remote bush camp area, you will no doubt find a walking trail nearby. There are plenty of activities you can do without needing to visit expensive tourist attractions, so make the most of them. You’ll save money and benefit from a more relaxing holiday.

Campervan hire gives you an extremely flexible holiday. If you find a place you love, you’re free to stay a little while longer. We hope you’ve enjoyed these Australian campervan hire tips. You’ll enjoy the freedom that comes from having no fixed schedule of accommodation.

Are you ready to join our growing list of happy customers? Simply give us a call to talk about your Australian campervan hire options. Or use the easy form on this website. We’d love to hear your ideas and make your driving holiday dreams come true.

Perfect Beach Views

Are you wondering whether campervan hire is a good idea? If you’ve never taken a driving holiday before, you’ve probably got a tonne of questions.

So, what’s it like to holiday in a campervan or 4WD camper?

All we can say is that our customers love it. You only need to read our latest reviews to see that campervan hire is the perfect way to explore Australia.

Some of the highlights you’ll enjoy when you hire a campervan or hire 4WD camper:

• Being able to stop anywhere
• Enjoying parking on the beach, cooking dinner and eating while watching a breathtaking West Australian sunset.
• Freedom from scheduled destinations – no hotel bookings to race to!
• Meeting and mixing with local people.
• … much more!

Too Nervous to Book From Overseas?

If you’re worried about booking a hire vehicle without seeing it first – don’t be! All of our international customers book in advance and they’re always impressed with the vehicles. No matter whether you’re in Canada, the Netherlands, the UK, the USA or even Japan – we can make your Australian holiday easy.

You’ll find the vans are supplied with everything you need. Everything is clean and tidy and exactly as described. Our helpful team will get you off and driving without a problem.

Book Your Driving Holiday Today

We’re excited about the campervan hire reviews we’ve received lately. We’d love to hear your review too! So take a moment to choose your van and book your holiday. If you’re not sure what van you need, just let us know. We can answer your questions and recommend a van or 4WD perfectly suited to you.

We look forward to hearing from you!

We received this lovely review from Mary and David – happy campervan hire customers. So, we decided to write a bit Money Mia, a popular destination for our customers. First, let’s see David and Mary’s review:

We hired the campervan for 15 days in May
to explore the coast from Perth to Monkey Mia. The
van was very clean and well equiped.Terry was very
helpful and easy to deal with. We had a great time
and it was fun. Highly recommended.

Things to See and Do in Monkey Mia

Dolphin Feeding Sessions

Monkey Mia is of course most famous for the public Dolphin feeding sessions. The sessions usually attract a large group of people, but you might be lucky enough to be selected to feed them! It’s typical for eight or more dolphins to visit Dolphin beach for the feeding session each day.

Other Activities

Apart from the dolphins, there are heaps of things to do in Monkey Mia, including swimming, fishing and snorkeling. Click here for information about things to do in Monkey Mia. The fishing also comes highly recommended. Although you’re not allowed to fish from the jetty, there are plenty of fishing spots in the wider Shark Bay area and we’re told you’ll catch Tailor, Whiting, Tarwhine and if you’re lucky maybe a Mulloway or two!

Campervan Hire – A Great Way to Experience Shark Bay and Monkey Mia

Monkey Mia is located in Shark Bay – about 850 km north of Perth. This is a fantastic drive you’re sure to enjoy in one of our comfy hire campervans! If you’re in a hurry, you can do the drive from Perth in one or two days. Of course, you can take inspiration from Mary and David and take your time to explore the coast for a few weeks. Whether you’re visiting from overseas, or you’re an Aussie who has never fed the Monkey Mia dolphins, campervan hire gives you the opportunity for an amazing holiday experience driving up the WA Coast up to Shark Bay. We encourage you to read our customer reviews discover where other travelers are going. Give us a call, or use the website forms to book your campervan rental today. Take a look at the same van Mary and David hired – Long Wheel Based Campervan Hire. We look forward to helping you with your holiday.

Our 4WD hire is a fantastic way to see the Bungle Bungles. You can take your four-wheel-drive vehicle and drive right in.

You’ll be able to access areas that others can’t… and secure some very nice camping spots.

About the Bungle Bungles

People have traveled from all over the world just to take a hike through the Bungle Bungle’s beehive-like limestone formations. It is hard to believe that these unusual tiger stripes are made from algae that grows and penetrates the pores of the honeycombed rock. The stunning red/orange color is built up from a combination of manganese and iron where they stain the rock.

Historically, the Bungle Bungles in Western Australia was where the Aboriginal people lived during the wet season, where there was a lot of wild life and plant life to sustain them. Almost no one knew about this place until the middle of the 1980s. In 1987 it was named a national park and in 2003 it gained world wide recognition when it was inscribed into the World Heritage List.

Bungle Bungles 4WD Hire Experience

For our International customers wanting to experience the Outback – or even Aussies who have never really been off road – we recommend a 4wd hire drive out to the Bungle Bungles in Western Australia. The Bungle Bungles is now world renowned and many tourists make a point of seeing this beautiful place on their West Australian holiday. As our customers often tell us… you will not be disappointed.