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Rental partner · Australia · thl group

Britz campervan hire in Australia

Campervans and equipped 4x4s from ten Australian cities, from Sydney to Broome via Alice Springs and Hobart

public rating, 10 reviews
3.1/5
branches
11
departure cities
10
models
9
countries
9
4WD, out of 9 listed
6 models
with automatic transmission, out of 9 listed
8 models
  • Airport branch
  • Six 4WD models: rooftop tent, ground tent or pop-top roof
  • Departures from the Top End and the Red Centre: Darwin, Broome, Alice Springs
  • Automatic transmission on eight models out of nine
  • Hobart depot on the international airport site
  • Day-and-night roadside assistance advertised by the rental company
  • Brand also present in four other countries

Official website of the rental company

The rental company

Britz, from coastal campervans to Outback 4x4s

Britz is one of the most widespread travel vehicle hire brands in Australia. It belongs to the New Zealand group tourism Holdings (thl), which also operates Maui and Mighty. Its Australian network almost traces a loop around the continent: Sydney, Brisbane and Cairns on the east coast, Melbourne, Adelaide and Hobart in the south, Perth and Broome in the west, and Alice Springs and Darwin for the Red Centre and the Top End.

The range puts the emphasis on four-wheel drive: six of the nine models listed carry the 4WD label. In the Safari Auto 4WD, the Safari Landcruiser and the Warrior 4WD you sleep in a rooftop tent, in the Outback 4WD in a ground tent, and in the Maverick 4WD under a pop-top roof. The HiTop, Trailblazer, Scout 4WD Camper and Voyager campervans accommodate two to four travellers. Only the Safari Landcruiser has a manual gearbox.

CoolDrive has not yet recorded any Britz offer in Australia: mileage, excess and security deposit are shown in the details of each offer. The rental company advertises roadside assistance available day and night.

Our verdict: a solid brand for anyone who wants to leave the tarmac behind, with depots right into the heart of the country and the Kimberley. On the downside: no model with more than five berths, nights in a tent for the largest groups, and 4x4s that are best booked early for the dry season.

Rental company profile

Britz in detail: what you need to know

The key facts to decide whether Britz suits your trip.

General information

Brand
Britz · campervan and equipped 4x4 hire
Group
tourism Holdings (thl) · New Zealand group, also owner of Maui and Mighty
Vehicle types
4x4s with tents, campervans, pop-top van · rooftop tent or ground tent depending on the 4x4
4WD models
Safari Auto, Safari Landcruiser, Warrior, Outback, Maverick, Scout · six models out of nine
Campervans
HiTop, Trailblazer, Voyager · two to four berths
Official website
britz.com

Rental conditions

Minimum age
Varies by model · see the offer
Licence
Car licence · an international driving permit or translation is generally required if your licence is not in English
Mileage
Stated in the offer · no Britz offer recorded by CoolDrive in Australia to date
Excess
Stated in the offer · not yet recorded in Australia
Gearbox
Automatic · except the Safari Landcruiser, which is manual
Driving
On the left
Unsealed roads
Depending on the vehicle · permitted roads detailed in the offer terms
One-way hire
Depending on the offer · enter the return city in the search

Insurance and extras

Assistance
Day and night · advertised by the rental company
Excess reduction
Depending on the offer

Network and availability

Depots in Australia
11 depots · spread across 10 cities
Sydney
Banksmeadow and Bankstown Aerodrome · two depots
East coast
Brisbane, Cairns · depots in Northgate and on Sheridan Street
South and Tasmania
Melbourne, Adelaide, Hobart · Somerton, Parafield Gardens, Hobart Airport
West
Perth, Broome · Perth depot in Redcliffe
Centre and Top End
Alice Springs, Darwin · Stuart Highway and Winnellie
Britz elsewhere
New Zealand, United States, South Africa, Botswana
The fleet

Britz vehicles in Australia

Models offered by the rental company. Not all of them are available at every branch: the search form shows availability and prices.

4x4 with roof tent

Campervan

Pop-top van

Vehicle with ground tent

Branches

Britz branches in Australia

Network

Britz also operates in 8 other countries

Comparison

Britz compared with other rental companies in Australia

Our comparison of the country's rental companies: each has its strengths depending on your trip.

Rental company Vehicles Mileage Best for
Britz 4x4s with rooftop or ground tents, HiTop and Voyager campervans, Maverick pop-top van Specified in each offer Extensive 4WD range, 10 cities including Broome and Alice Springs
RedSands Campers Rooftop and Wanderer 4x4s, Cruiser and Frontier Motorhome 2WD Unlimited in 100% of the offers recorded Equipped 4x4s, 4 departure cities
Adventure Rentals Toyota Prado and Hilux 4WD, with or without rooftop tent Unlimited in 100% of the offers recorded Toyota 4x4s for dirt tracks, 5 departure cities
Campervan Village Vans and mini-campers, including Grip and Desert Sands 4x4s Limited in the offers recorded Wide choice of vans, 11 departure cities
Let's Go Motorhomes Jayco vans and motorhomes, 2 to 6 berths Unlimited in 100% of the offers recorded Jayco motorhomes, 8 departure cities
Our view

Britz: who is it for, and who should look elsewhere?

Britz is ideal if…

  • You dream of dirt tracks: six of the nine models are 4WDs
  • You want to start as close as possible to the Kimberley, the Top End or Uluru, from Broome, Darwin or Alice Springs
  • You are exploring Tasmania and prefer to collect the vehicle at Hobart Airport
  • You are new to driving on the left and want an automatic gearbox
  • You are considering crossing the continent between two depots, if the offer allows one-way hire

Britz is not ideal if…

  • You are travelling as more than five: no model listed has more than five berths
  • You are a group of five and all want to sleep inside: the five-berth models are 4x4s with tents
  • You want to see recorded prices before searching: CoolDrive does not yet have any for Britz in Australia
  • You plan to tackle the long tracks of the Kimberley with no off-road experience at all
Practical tips

Our tips for booking with Britz

  1. Choose the drive type according to your route

    To follow the coast from Sydney to Cairns or drive the Great Ocean Road from Melbourne, a HiTop or Voyager campervan is enough. The Gibb River Road from Broome, largely unsealed, or the tracks around Alice Springs call for a 4WD model. The offer terms specify which roads each vehicle may use.

  2. Time your departure with the seasons

    In the north, from Darwin to Broome and Cairns, the dry season runs roughly from May to October; the rains from November to April can close tracks. Hobart and Melbourne are more pleasant from December to March. In the Centre, summer days are scorching and winter nights in a tent are cold.

  3. Ask for a demonstration of the tent before you leave

    On a Safari, a Warrior or an Outback, ask the agent to unfold and fold the tent in front of you, then do it again yourself. Also walk around the vehicle, note every scratch on the contract and check the camping inventory. Ten minutes at the depot will spare you a laborious first night's camp at nightfall.

  4. Keep the assistance number to hand

    Between Alice Springs and Darwin or on the road to Broome, mobile coverage disappears over long distances. Write down the rental company's assistance number somewhere other than your phone, tell someone close to you about your route and fill up whenever you can: petrol stations can be several hundred kilometres apart.

  5. Plan the journey to the depot

    Several Britz depots are located on the outskirts: Banksmeadow and Bankstown in Sydney, Somerton in Melbourne, Parafield Gardens in Adelaide, Northgate in Brisbane. Allow for a taxi or shuttle, and after a long flight, a night locally before getting behind the wheel remains a wise precaution.

What travellers ask

Your questions about Britz

Which Britz vehicle should I choose for the Outback?

For dirt tracks, look at the 4WD models. For two, the Maverick 4WD with its pop-top roof or the Scout 4WD Camper drive like a large passenger vehicle. For four, the Warrior 4WD offers four berths in a rooftop tent. For up to five, the Safari Auto 4WD and the Outback 4WD add a tent, on the roof or on the ground.

Where are the Britz depots in Australia?

Britz has two depots in Sydney, in Banksmeadow and at Bankstown Aerodrome, then one in each of the following cities: Melbourne (Somerton), Brisbane (Northgate), Cairns, Adelaide (Parafield Gardens), Perth (Redcliffe), Hobart, on the airport site, Darwin (Winnellie), Alice Springs, on the Stuart Highway, and Broome. The address and opening hours are given in your confirmation.

Can I drive on dirt tracks with a Britz vehicle?

It depends on the model. The 4WDs are designed for some unsealed roads, but certain tracks known to be difficult may remain prohibited or subject to conditions. Standard campervans are generally restricted to sealed roads. Read the list of permitted roads in the offer before planning a route to the Kimberley or the Red Centre.

Can I hire a Britz in Darwin and return it in Adelaide?

Linking the Top End to the South along the Stuart Highway, via Alice Springs and Uluru, is a great Australian classic, and both cities have a Britz depot. Whether a one-way hire is possible, and what it costs, varies according to the offer and the season. Enter Adelaide as the return city in your search: only compatible offers will be displayed.

How much does a Britz hire cost in Australia?

CoolDrive does not yet have any recorded prices for Britz in Australia, and we prefer not to put forward an approximate figure. Between a HiTop collected in Cairns and a Safari hired in Broome at the height of the dry season, the difference can be significant. Run a search with your dates and your depot: the price displayed includes mandatory fees, along with the excess and mileage of the offer.

Verified customer reviews

They rented with Britz

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Public rating of Britz

Public rating of the rental company: 3.1/5 (10 reviews)

Public ratings collected on October 28, 2026 from independent review sites.

Nothing to report, in accordance with the request, within reasonable time frames.

(anonymous)
Australia · Oct 2019
Avis Vérifiés

I received a dirty camper van with empty water bottles behind the benches, a pair of socks, and a used pair of panties from the previous renter. I sent an email to report this and there are outrageous credit card fees for a credit card mistake, nearly 400 euros in fees for this error, and to this day I still haven't received any response from you.

(anonymous)
Australia · Feb 2019
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I received a dirty camper van with empty water bottles behind the seats, a pair of socks, and a used thong from the previous renter. I sent an email to report this and exorbitant credit card fees due to a credit card error, nearly 400 euros in fees for this mistake, and to this day, I still have no response from you.

(anonymous)
Australia · Feb 2019
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Frequently asked questions

FAQ — Britz campervan hire in Australia

Why book Britz with CoolDrive?

In a single search, you can see the Britz vehicles available on your dates alongside those from Adventure Rentals, RedSands Campers or Campervan Village. Each result shows a rate that already includes mandatory fees, as well as the excess and mileage. Our experts then help you choose between a 4WD and a campervan depending on your route.

What excess and security deposit apply with Britz in Australia?

We have not yet recorded any Britz offer in Australia, so we have no excess amount to give you. The figure appears in each offer, along with any options to reduce it. The security deposit, usually held on a credit card on the day you collect the keys, is released once the vehicle has been checked and found undamaged.

What age and licence do I need to hire from Britz?

The required age and the length of time you must have held your licence are given in each offer; they may differ between a campervan and a 4WD. No model in the range requires a heavy goods vehicle licence. A driving licence written in a language other than English generally has to be accompanied by an international driving permit or an official translation, presented together with the original.

Do Britz vehicles have an automatic gearbox?

Yes, eight models out of nine do: the HiTop, Trailblazer, Voyager, Scout, Maverick, Warrior, Outback and Safari Auto 4WD are automatic. The Safari Landcruiser 4WD Camper is the only one with a manual gearbox. On a continent where you drive on the left, an automatic leaves your mind free for the road, the roundabouts and the wildlife at dusk.

When should I travel with a Britz 4x4 in northern Australia?

From May to October, the dry season makes most of the tracks in the Top End and the Kimberley accessible, from Darwin or Broome. It is also the period of highest demand for 4WDs: book early. During the wet season, from November to April, roads can be flooded or closed for several days.

What should I do if my Britz vehicle breaks down?

The rental company advertises roadside assistance available at any time. Call it before you arrange any repair or recovery yourself, otherwise the costs may remain your responsibility. In remote areas, stay close to the vehicle, which is easier to spot, and keep a reserve of water. The number is in the documents handed over at departure.

About us

Hire a Britz campervan in Australia with CoolDrive Nomad

Britz covers Australia from ten cities, from Sydney to Broome and from Hobart to Darwin, with a range dominated by 4WDs: 4x4s with rooftop or ground tents and a pop-top van, plus campervans for the coast. It is a natural choice for a trip combining big cities, the Outback and national parks, provided you choose the vehicle carefully according to the tracks you plan to drive.

On CoolDrive Nomad, Britz offers can be compared with those of other Australian rental companies, such as Adventure Rentals, RedSands Campers, Campervan Village or Let's Go Motorhomes. Each price displayed includes mandatory fees, and both the excess and the mileage are stated in the offer. Our experts answer your questions about depots, one-way hires and seasons. You can get the exact rate for your trip in a few seconds: choose the departure depot, enter your dates and run the search.

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