Motorhome Hire Cairns

Cairns is Australia’s laid-back city in North Queensland and the best place for a tropical sun-filled holiday. Uncover the secrets of the Daintree Rainforest, with its ancient trees and unique flora and fauna, then island-hop your way around the coast and visit Fitzroy Island and Green Island –  both accessible by ferry! Cairns is the place to be for sun-baked beaches and rainbow reefs, with Ellis Beach, Trinity Beach, and Kewarra Beach just a short drive away. Of course, you can’t miss Cape Tribulation and Queensland’s famous Great Barrier Reef either.

Your adventures along the coast will take you to iconic Palm Cove and Port Douglas—both less than an hour away from Cairns. Or, if you want to go more inland, check out the Atherton Tablelands, with its geological wonders, including the lily pad wetlands, sandstone caves, mossy palace ruins, and jaw-dropping waterfalls.

Sounds fun, right? Get ready for the trip of a lifetime with this Cairns road trip itinerary to guide you on your tropical seaside adventures!

NRMA Cairns Holiday Park

Address: 12-30 Little St, Manunda QLD 4870

Distance From Branch: 7 minutes

Rating: 4.2 stars (Google reviews)

Features: Kiosk, pool, BBQ, laundry, WiFi, camp kitchen, dump point, amenities

Tasman Holiday Parks Cairns Cool Waters

Address: 2/14 Shale St, Brinsmead QLD 4870

Distance From Branch: 12 minutes

Rating: 4.5 stars (Google reviews)

Features: Pool, spa, playground, BBQ, recreation room, amenities, laundry, on-site café, WiFi, turtle sanctuary

Lake Placid Rainforest Retreat

Address: 82-100 Lake Placid Rd, Caravonica QLD 4878

Distance From Branch: 15 minutes

Rating: 4.5 stars (Google reviews)

Features: On-site café, pool, camp kitchen, BBQ, amenities, laundry, WiFi, walking tracks

Cairns Crystal Cascades Holiday Park

Address: The Rocks Rd, Redlynch QLD 4870

Distance From Branch: 16 minutes

Rating: 4.5 stars (Google reviews)

Features: Playground, bike paths, pool, amenities, laundry, kiosk

NRMA Palm Cove Holiday Park

Address: 149 Williams Esplanade, Palm Cove QLD 4879

Distance From Branch: 23 minutes

Rating: 4.4 stars (Google reviews)

Features: Dump point, amenities, laundry, BBQ, camp kitchen, kiosk

• Brisbane Coastal Drive
• Gympie Music Muster
• The Waterfall Circuit
• Pacific Coast Way
• Cairns Loop
• Great Barrier Reef Drive
• Gillies Highway
• Savannah Way via Gulf Developmental Road
• Great Green Way
• Daintree Explorer
• Reef to Rainforest

The best time to book a motorhome hire is from June to November when there is dry weather and good temperatures.

The cheapest times to rent a motorhome in Cairns are April, May, September, and October.

Things To Pack 

Packing everything you need for your Cairns road trip requires plenty of planning and preparation. Check out our guide to planning your campervan holiday to ensure you’ve got everything you need.

Driving In Australia 

It’s important to familiarise yourself with the road rules and be aware of everything you need to do to make your Cairns road trip comfortable and safe. Check out our guide on road safety in Australia for more driving tips and tricks.

Unlimited Kilometres: Unlike other companies, we do not have any restrictions on how many kilometres you can drive in a day.

Damage Liability: Our damage liability options include Standard Liability, which requires a $5,000 bond payable at pick up. To avoid a bond, we recommend you opt for the Maximum Cover Package.

24/7 Roadside Assistance: You can call our friendly roadside assistance team anytime during your holiday in Cairns.

Modern And Reliable Vehicles: All our vehicles are modern, high quality, and built on reliable Fiat and Toyota chassis.

Fully Equipped: We provide a fully equipped kitchen, including cutlery, crockery, fridge, microwave, gas stove, smoke alarm and a fire extinguisher. You’ll also have fresh bedding and linen, such as sheets, pillows, towels, and more.

Book With A $300 Deposit: To confirm your booking, pay a nominal $300 deposit, and pay the rest when you begin your holiday.

Book Direct And Save: Book online on our website or call our friendly team to get the best deal on your Cairns motorhome hire.

One-Way Rentals: One-way rentals to or from Cairns are available between all of our locations.

Driving Rules: In Australia, all vehicles must drive on the left side of the road. You must not use your phone whilst driving.

Speed Limits: Keep an eye out for signs. Generally, the speed limits are 100km/h on highways, 50km/h on residential streets and 40km/h in shopping precincts.

Parking: Be aware of your space, check for signs, and avoid expensive parking by pre-booking or finding special offers online.