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Embrace it or escape it - Winter is Australia at its very best
Cosy campfires, fresh powder in the High Country or slow afternoons in the tropics: there's no better season to be on the road.
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The quiet truth about Winter camping...
When the first jumpers come out, most people pack the camping gear away til Spring.
As Australia's largest RV-hire platform, we see thousands of trips go out each winter — and we reckon those cautious campers couldn't be making a bigger mistake.
Off-peak campsites. Wide-open parks. Cheaper RV hire prices. And once-in-a-lifetime bucket-list adventures to tick off.
Winter is not only Australia at its most breathtaking - but its most accessible.
Whether you're embracing it with cosy nights around a campfire, snow-filled getaways to the mountains or crisp nights stargazing under the brightest stars you'll find. Or escaping it altogether: for somewhere the sun's still beaming & 24-degree water laps a tropical coastline. This is the season Australia opens up to all.
Pick your winter getaway, and start packing.
The winter bucket list, according to our hirers
Between June and August, Australia becomes a different country. These are the six trips our hirers reckon are worth blocking out the calendar for.
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Exmouth & the whale sharks: Ningaloo, WA (May – July)
One of the only places on earth you can swim alongside the world's biggest fish. Base yourself at Exmouth or Coral Bay — owners in Perth have rigs kitted out for the outback drive in.
Read: Ross Long's guide to Whale Shark encounters at Ningaloo)
Where Australia turns alpine: Snowy Mountains (June – August)
Fresh powder, snow gums, and chairlifts climbing into cloud. Perisher, Thredbo and Charlotte Pass all sit within an hour of Jindabyne — and winter is when the country finally has its coat on.
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The hidden wonders of the Great Barrier Reef (June – August)
Winter is when the reef is at its best: no stingers, clearer water, cooler days topside. Launch from Cairns or Port Douglas, and tap local owners for the operators actually worth a day on the boat with.
Read: Camplify's guide to road tripping Far North Queensland)
Explore Australia's beating heart: Uluru, NT (May – September)
Watch the rock turn ochre at first light. Wander the ancient folds of Kata Tjuta. End the day around a fire while the Milky Way tips sideways overhead. Winter is when the Red Centre is at its most generous — 25-degree days, cold-clear nights, and 60,000 years of story in every shadow.
Read: 17 extraordinary Australian Outback camping destinations)
Dark skies are calling — star gazing in the Warrumbungles, NSW (May – August)
The Milky Way rises like a river of light. Winter skies are sharpest — no haze, galaxy's core on show. Head inland to Parkes or the Warrumbungles and sleep under the darkest skies on earth.
Read: dark sky secrets in the Warrumbungles)
The warm side of winter — Brisbane, QLD (June – August)
22-degree days. Clear blue skies. Park up in Brisbane and let each morning choose itself — ferry-hopping to North Stradbroke, spotting humpbacks off Moreton Bay, or doing nothing at all with warm sand between your toes. Up here, winter isn't endured - it's enjoyed.
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Winter camping tips, from the owners who live it
Ten practical tricks separate a cosy winter camping trip from a miserable one. Our owners have them dialled — here's what they've learned from decades on the road.
The savings are stacked right now
Winter is off-peak — meaning many of our owners discount their RVs by 20-30% compared to high-season rates.
But you're not just saving on your RV hire: with Australia's largest campground networks offering discounts galore: you're getting a deal on the whole trip.
Browse promotions across Australia's biggest caravan parks - and save on your Winter holiday.
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Camplify - $100 off all RVs in June
Camplify — $100 off your June booking. Use code JUNE100 at checkout on any trips beginning between June 1 & June 30. Stack it on top of owner off-season rates and this trip pays for itself before you've even left the driveway.
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BIG4 Holiday Parks — up to 30% off
Stay 3 nights or more and save 30% at select parks right through to June. 306 parks across the country — there's one near wherever you're headed.
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Reflections Holidays - Stay 4 nights, pay for 3
Stay 4 nights and pay for 3 at Bermagui, Bonny Hills, Eden, and Coffs Harbour. Book 3 or more midweek nights and save 15% automatically. Stay 7 nights or more and save 10% on your whole stay.
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Discovery Holiday Parks — savings galore
Heaps of discounts on their campgrounds across Australia. $20 powered sites, Stay 4, pay 3 - plus much more. Check deals filtered by your state for what's live right now
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Ingenia Holidays — Stay 4 nights and save 20%
Stay 4 nights and save 20% at all their parks Australia-wide. Or, if you're planning ahead, the Early Bird rate gets you up to 15% off your entire stay at any Ingenia park.
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NRMA Parks & Resorts - up to 30% off
Save up to 25% on midweek stays and up to 15% off weekends across NRMA's park network. My NRMA Rewards members stack an extra 5% on top.
View NRMA dealsWinter escapes are closer than you think
Short winter road-trips from every capital city — plotted by the owners who know them, road-tested by the hirers who've done them. Pack Friday arvo, home by Sunday — a whole lot of Australia in between.
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Skip the drive. Keep the adventure.
The new way to do a weekend away — skip the drive entirely. Here's how savvy campers are cutting kilometres, dodging petrol costs, and still waking up somewhere incredible.
Step 1: Search your destination and find a local van — one already based near where you're headed, so there's no long drive to collect it.
Step 2: Want it brought straight to your campsite? Filter by Delivery and have your van setup & waiting at the campground when you arrive. No driving required.
Step 3: Hop on the bus or train. Sit back. Watch the country roll past the window - and step off the platform straight into your weekend.
Popular combos:
Sydney → Kiama (1h 40m) — South Coast camping
Sydney → Katoomba (2h) — Blue Mountains
Melbourne → Warrnambool (3h 15m) — Great Ocean Road
Brisbane → Nambour (1h 35m) — Sunshine Coast hinterland
Perth → Bunbury (2h 10m) — South West WA
Australia is wide-open. Go & get it.
Fewer crowds. Better prices. The same incredible country — like it was 30 years ago.
Find your favourite RV. And get ready for the adventure of a lifetime.
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400+ RVs availableFrequently asked questions
Is camping in Australia good during winter?
Is camping in Australia good during winter?
Absolutely — and arguably better than summer for a lot of the country. Cooler temperatures mean no flies, comfortable nights, and proper campfire weather. In Queensland and the north, winter is actually peak season — warm days, low humidity, and clear skies. Further south, rugged-up mornings and quiet campgrounds make for a completely different (and genuinely special) experience.
Is it cheaper to go camping in the off-season?
Is it cheaper to go camping in the off-season?
Significantly. Campground rates drop across most networks after Easter, van hire is cheaper, and sites that are impossible to book in summer are suddenly wide open. Stack a Camplify discount code with an off-season campground deal and you're looking at the best value camping gets all year.
What is the best time of year to go camping in Australia?
What is the best time of year to go camping in Australia?
It depends where you're going. April through August is ideal for Queensland, the Northern Territory, and Western Australia — warm, dry, and uncrowded. For Victoria, NSW, and Tasmania, autumn camping (April–May) hits a sweet spot of mild weather, golden light, and dramatically thinner crowds before the colder months set in.
How much does it cost to hire a campervan in Australia?
How much does it cost to hire a campervan in Australia?
It varies by van type, duration, and season — but off-season is the best time to get more van for your money. On Camplify, you can find everything from compact self-contained campervans from around $80/night through to larger family motorhomes. Midweek and longer bookings typically attract the best rates.
Are campgrounds in Australia open in winter?
Are campgrounds in Australia open in winter?
Most are open year-round, and many actually prefer the quieter months. National park campgrounds, holiday parks, and private sites all operate through winter — and off-season is when you're most likely to score a site at short notice, including at popular spots that are booked months ahead in peak season.
What do I need for a campervan trip in Australia?
What do I need for a campervan trip in Australia?
A Camplify van comes self-contained with the essentials — bedding, kitchen equipment, and usually a toilet and shower. You'll want to pack layers (especially for autumn and winter), a good camp chair, and any personal supplies. Your host will brief you on everything specific to their van before you head off.
What is Camplify?
What is Camplify?
Camplify is Australia's largest peer-to-peer RV sharing community. We safely connect local owners of campervans, caravans, and motorhomes with hirers like you, offering a unique range of vehicles, local expertise, and 24/7 support.