VW campervan hire

VW campervan hire in Australia

Volkswagen's connection to van travel runs deeper than any other manufacturer. The Kombi established the cultural template for the road trip campervan in the 1960s and 1970s, and that spirit has carried through into every VW van that's followed it — the Transporter, the Crafter, the Multivan. There is something distinctly VW about choosing to travel this way, regardless of which model you're in.

On Camplify, you can hire a VW campervan from a private owner, from $192 a day. The Kombi for the iconic experience. The Transporter for compact, capable van travel. The Crafter for full-size touring capability. The Multivan for flexible family travel.

Which VW campervan should you hire?

The VW Crafter is the right choice if you want maximum interior space, a high roof, and the full touring capabilities of a large van conversion. Crafter campervans on Camplify offer a similar specification range to Mercedes Sprinter conversions, with VW's characteristic build quality and driving refinement. From $192/day.

The VW Transporter is the right choice for couples who want a compact, well-engineered van that's easy to drive and practical for road trips where agility matters. Better-suited to urban driving and tight campsite access than the Crafter. From $197/day.

The VW Kombi is the right choice if you want an experience rather than just transport. Each Kombi is unique, has its own history, and delivers a road trip that simply doesn't feel the same in any other vehicle. From $202/day.

The VW Multivan is the right choice for families and groups who want a flexible, comfortable vehicle that works as a people-mover and a camping setup. Seats fold for sleeping, the interior is spacious, and the VW quality means it's as enjoyable on long highway runs as it is at campsites. From $159/day.

Hiring a VW Kombi: what to expect

Every Kombi on Camplify is a privately owned vehicle with its own history and character. That's both the appeal and the practical reality: no two Kombis are identical in how they're set up, what condition they're in, or what quirks they've accumulated over the years.

Owners who list their Kombis on Camplify are typically enthusiastic about their vans and prepared to give you a thorough handover. They'll walk you through the setup, explain anything specific to their build, and share what they've learned from travelling in it. That owner knowledge is a genuine part of the Kombi hire experience.

Practically, expect a different driving experience from a modern van. Classic Kombis are slower, louder, and less refined than a Crafter or Transporter. They're also more engaging to drive, more likely to prompt a friendly wave from strangers, and more memorable. Plan your trip at a pace that suits the vehicle.

VW Crafter vs Mercedes Sprinter: which should you hire?

Both are excellent large campervan platforms. The Crafter and Sprinter share similar interior dimensions and both offer high-roof long-wheelbase configurations that give converters and owners proper space to work with.

The Crafter typically has a slight advantage in driving refinement — the steering is more precise and the ride quality is fractionally better in most comparisons. The Sprinter has a longer established track record as a conversion base in Australia and a broader dealer network, which matters if something goes wrong on a long trip.

In practice, the choice between them usually comes down to the specific van and conversion available on Camplify for your dates, rather than a meaningful performance gap between platforms.

Where to hire a VW campervan in Australia

Camplify has VW campervans listed by owners across Australia — Crafter, Transporter, Kombi, and Multivan — with listings available in Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Perth, and regional areas across New South Wales, Victoria, and Queensland. Search by your pickup location and travel dates to see what's available near you.

Tips for hiring a VW campervan

For Kombis: read all the reviews, look at all the photos, and ask the owner specifically about how the van handles long highway runs and what fuel consumption to expect. Kombis are not fast highway cruisers — plan your route accordingly.

For Crafter and Transporter hirers: check the conversion spec carefully. VW van conversions on Camplify vary from basic setups to comprehensively equipped builds. Read the listing description in full and ask the owner about anything that's not clear.

For all VW campervans: ask about the sleeping arrangement. Bed setups vary between builds, and confirming the configuration matches your needs before booking avoids surprises.

Longer bookings usually come with better daily rates.