Easter-ready RV hire

Australia's most popular Easter road trips include the Far North Coast of NSW (think Yamba and Byron Bay), Victoria's Mornington Peninsula, the Sunshine Coast hinterland in Queensland, and Western Australia's Coral Coast from Perth to Ningaloo. Each offers a mix of coastal scenery, great campgrounds, and that long-weekend escape feeling. The best trip depends on how much time you have — a 4-day weekend suits the Peninsula or Far North Coast, while WA's Gascoyne rewards travellers with a week or more.

Autumn (March to May) is spectacular, with mild, sunny days perfect for driving. Spring (September to November) is also beautiful, with pleasant temperatures and fewer crowds than the peak summer season.

Beyond the basics — clothes, toiletries, bedding — Easter camping calls for a few extras. Pack layers for cooler autumn nights, a torch or lantern, insect repellent, sunscreen, reusable water bottles, and a first aid kit. If you're heading off-grid, bring extra drinking water, a portable phone charger, and a camp chair for sunset sessions. Most Camplify vans come equipped with kitchen essentials, but check your listing to see what's included.

Easter falls in autumn, so expect mild days and cooler nights across most of Australia. On the east coast, daytime temperatures typically range from 20–26°C, dropping to 10–15°C overnight. In WA's north, it's warmer — mid-to-high 20s with humidity easing. Victoria and South Australia can be cooler, especially in the High Country or along the coast. Pack layers and a warm sleeping option for chilly nights.

As early as possible. Easter is one of the busiest periods for RV hire, and popular vans — especially pet-friendly options and those with delivery available — book out weeks in advance. For the best selection, aim to book at least 4–6 weeks ahead. If you're flexible on dates or destination, you'll have more luck closer to the holiday.

While the coastal hotspots fill up fast, these destinations see a surge in Easter bookings without the crowds: the Hunter Valley (NSW) for wine country escapes, Darling Downs South West (QLD) for easy inland driving, the Mid West (WA) for wildflowers and empty beaches, Murray & Mallee (SA) for riverbank camping, and Victoria's High Country for alpine air and autumn colours. These are the spots seasoned travellers book while everyone else fights for foreshore sites.

It's one of the best. First-timer bookings spike over Easter — up 152% on the yearly average — as families use the long weekend to trial camping before committing to buying their own van. The mild autumn weather is forgiving, campgrounds are well-staffed, and Camplify's delivery service means you can skip towing altogether. If you've been curious about van life, Easter is the perfect test run.

It depends on where you're going and how you like to travel. For families chasing beach holidays on the east coast, spacious caravans offer comfort and room to spread out. Heading to Victoria's Mornington Peninsula? Campervans and caravans split the bookings evenly — flexibility is key when foreshore sites book fast. For WA adventures and off-grid destinations like the Gascoyne, campervans and rooftop tent 4WDs are most popular — solar, water tanks, and self-sufficiency matter when you're heading remote.

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