Motorhome Hire Mornington Peninsula

The Mornington Peninsula has been described as "the most beautiful peninsula in Australia". The peninsula extends from Port Phillip Bay at Melbourne's eastern end to Cape Schanck at its western tip. It is bounded by Bass Strait to the north and Bellarine Peninsula to the south. The Mornington Peninsula covers an area of 1,904 square kilometres and is home to over 200,000 residents.

It is popularly known as the "Garden State" due to its lush green vegetation and temperate climate. Its natural beauty makes it a popular tourist destination. There are many scenic drives along the coastlines and inland areas. Some of these include:

Mount Martha Road – This road runs through some of the most picturesque scenery in Victoria. From Mount Martha, there are views across Port Phillip Bay towards the city skyline. A short drive takes you past the historic lighthouse and onto the beach where there are picnic tables and barbecue facilities.

Mornington-Flinders Track – Located between Flinders and Point Nepean, this track offers spectacular coastal views. The track passes through heathland, eucalyptus forest and open grasslands before reaching the sea. It is suitable for walking, horse riding and mountain biking.

Point Nepean Coastal Drive – This route begins near Point Nepean Lighthouse and travels along the coastline via the townships of Rye, Sorrento and Dromana. It provides stunning views of the ocean and the surrounding countryside.

Some useful information about Australia

The unique country code for Australia is AU. You will likely therefore find that country code in your address bar if you visit a website from Australia. With regards to time, Australia lies in the Australia/Sydney timezone, which means that it has a GMT offset of 11.0 hours.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Can I drop off my campervan somewhere other than Australia?

In many cases you can. Note that if you do, there is likely to be an increased cost.

How does the insurance work in Australia?

The campervan insurance is almost always included in the vehicle hire cost, but this usually does not include the full excess (see below).

Will there be an excess for campervan hire Australia?

There is likely to be an excess in most cases, however you can usually remove it if you pay a little more per day. You may also be able to arrange with a 3rd party to cover the insurance.

Can I compare prices in Australia?

Absolutely! Our search engine lets you compare across a range of campervan providers to secure the best deal.

Is there a charge for using a card to hire a campervan in Australia?

In most cases there is a nominal charge to use a credit or debit card, which rarely exceeds 2%. Please note that Visa and Mastercard are the only card types accepted at this time.