Explore Australia's Island State — Wilderness, Wildlife & World-Class Food
Tasmania is Australia's ultimate campervan destination — compact enough to explore in 1–2 weeks, yet packed with world-heritage wilderness, incredible food and wine, fascinating history, and wildlife encounters around every corner. Hobart is your gateway to this island paradise.
Tasmania and campervans are a perfect match. The island's compact size means you're never far from your next incredible experience — one day you're hiking Cradle Mountain, the next you're tasting whisky in a convict-era town, and by evening you're watching wombats waddle through your campsite.
Hobart offers competitive campervan hire with a good range of vehicles suited to Tasmania's varied conditions. Most travellers allow 7–14 days to circle the island, though you could easily spend a month exploring every corner. The roads are excellent, the scenery is breathtaking, and the camping options are some of Australia's best.
Tasmania's manageable size means short driving distances between world-class attractions — no huge outback drives.
Cradle Mountain, Freycinet, Southwest National Park — Tasmania has more wilderness per capita than almost anywhere.
Farm-to-table dining, artisan cheese, cool-climate wines, craft whisky, and the famous Salamanca Market.
Wombats, Tasmanian devils, platypus, pademelons, and penguins — Tasmania's wildlife is abundant and approachable.
Tasmania's national park campgrounds are among Australia's best — well-maintained, beautifully located, and affordable.
Summer for hiking and beaches, autumn for stunning foliage, winter for cosy retreats, spring for wildflowers and waterfalls.
Here's a suggested 10-day loop from Hobart covering Tasmania's highlights.
You have two options: hire a campervan in Hobart (or Launceston) directly, or bring one from Melbourne on the Spirit of Tasmania ferry. Most travellers find it cheaper and more convenient to hire locally in Tasmania rather than paying ferry fees.
Hobart Airport has rental depots nearby with free shuttle transfers. Some companies also offer Launceston Airport and Devonport (ferry terminal) pickup for maximum flexibility.
Tasmania's national park campgrounds are excellent — sites at Freycinet, Cradle Mountain, and Mount Field are beautifully maintained with modern facilities. A Parks Pass ($80 for 8 weeks) covers vehicle entry to all national parks.
Free camping is available at many locations around the island, though it's more limited than mainland Australia. Council rest areas, forestry reserves, and some coastal spots welcome campervans. The WikiCamps app lists all options.
Be prepared for changeable weather — Tasmania can experience all four seasons in one day, especially in the highlands. Pack layers and rain gear regardless of season. Roads are generally excellent but can be narrow and winding in mountain areas.
Watch for wildlife on roads, especially at dawn and dusk — wombats, Tasmanian devils, and pademelons are common on rural roads. Drive carefully and enjoy the encounters (from a safe distance).
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