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Rental partner · Australia · Converted vans

Hippie Camper campervan hire in Australia

Vans for two to four travellers, departing from Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Cairns, Adelaide and Perth

branches
7
departure cities
6
models
5
countries
2
berths depending on the model
2 to 4
on the Hitop and Endeavour Camper vans
Automatic
  • Airport branch
  • Hitop and Endeavour Camper high-roof vans
  • Up to four berths
  • Six departure cities, from Cairns to Perth
  • Two depots in Sydney
  • Also present in New Zealand

Official website of the rental company

The rental company

Hippie Camper, simple vans for the Australian road

Hippie Camper hires out converted vans in Australia and New Zealand. The brand belongs to the thl group (Tourism Holdings), like Apollo, and presents itself as an option for travelling on a small budget. In Australia, its depots are in six cities: Sydney, with two sites at Banksmeadow and Bankstown Aerodrome, Melbourne, Brisbane, Cairns, Adelaide and Perth.

The fleet comes down to three names. The Drift is a converted van for two, with manual gearbox. The Hitop, also for two, and the Endeavour Camper, which takes four travellers, are high-roof vans with automatic gearbox. The Hitop and the Endeavour each appear in two versions in our catalogue.

Our October 2026 records do not yet include any Hippie Camper offers in Australia, so there are no rates or terms to quote. Mileage, excess, security deposit and additional fees are detailed in each offer: read them before confirming.

Our verdict: a useful brand for a road trip for two or four along the coasts, with departures well placed at both ends of the east coast as well as in the west. Its limits: a short range, with no 4x4 or large motorhome, no depot in the Red Centre or Darwin, and fees to add to the base rate.

Rental company profile

Hippie Camper in detail: what you need to know

The key facts to decide whether Hippie Camper suits your trip.

General information

Brand
Hippie Camper · thl group (Tourism Holdings)
Drift
Converted van, 2 seats · 2 berths, manual gearbox
Hitop
High roof, 2 seats · 2 berths, automatic gearbox
Endeavour Camper
High roof, 4 seats · 4 berths, automatic gearbox
Official website
hippiecamper.com

Rental conditions

Mileage
Stated in each offer · not recorded by CoolDrive in October 2026
Excess
Depending on the offer · with the options to reduce it
Driver age
Specified in the offer · with the licence required
Driving
On the left · as everywhere in Australia
Permitted roads
According to the rental company's terms · dirt tracks and remote regions to be checked

Insurance and extras

Equipment
Described in each offer · kitchen and bedding depending on the model
Additional fees
To be added · excess reduction, fuel, campsites

Network and availability

Departure cities
6 · Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Cairns, Adelaide, Perth
Sydney
Banksmeadow, Bankstown Aerodrome · Botany Road and Nancy Ellis Leebold Drive
Melbourne
Somerton · 40 Hume Highway, north of the city
Queensland
Brisbane (Northgate), Cairns · Nudgee Road and Sheridan Street
Adelaide
Parafield Gardens · 740 Port Wakefield Road
Perth
Redcliffe · 2 Redcliffe Road
Other country
New Zealand · offer presented on its own page
The fleet

Hippie Camper 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.

Hi-top van

Sleeper van

Branches

Hippie Camper branches in Australia

Network

Hippie Camper also operates in one other country

Comparison

Hippie Camper 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
Hippie Camper Drift, Hitop and Endeavour Camper vans (2 to 4 berths) Not recorded in October 2026 Simple vans, 6 departure cities
Travellers Autobarn HiTop, Kuga, Chubby Camper, Hi5 Camper, X Wagon vans Unlimited in 100% of offers recorded Wide choice of vans, 6 departure cities
Jucy Rentals Crib Plus, Coaster and Condo vans Unlimited in 100% of offers recorded Extensive network, 10 departure cities
Spaceships Rentals Alpha Budget, Beta Standard, Beta 2S Premium, Beta 4berth vans Unlimited in 100% of offers recorded Compact vans for 2 to 4, 8 departure cities
GoCheap Campervans Hi Top 2- and 4-berth, Tamar, Henty, Derwent vans Unlimited in 100% of offers recorded High-roof vans, 6 departure cities
Our view

Hippie Camper: who is it for, and who should look elsewhere?

Hippie Camper is ideal if…

  • You are travelling as two and a compact van is all you need
  • You are a family of four and want to stay in a van rather than a motorhome
  • You prefer an automatic gearbox for driving on the left: choose the Hitop or the Endeavour
  • Your route follows the east coast, between Cairns, Brisbane, Sydney and Melbourne
  • You dream of the west coast, starting from Perth

Hippie Camper is not ideal if…

  • You want to set off from Darwin, Alice Springs or Hobart: no depot is listed there
  • There are more than four of you
  • You are aiming for Outback tracks: no model is classed as 4x4
  • You insist on an on-board shower and toilet: check the equipment in the offer or see the motorhomes from Let's Go Motorhomes
  • You want to compare mileage and excess before searching: they have not yet been recorded
Practical tips

Our tips for booking with Hippie Camper

  1. Hitop or Endeavour: count the passengers

    For two, the Hitop gets around town more easily and is easier to park. For three or four, the Endeavour Camper offers four seats and four berths. The Drift, the only model with a manual gearbox, means changing gear with your left hand.

  2. Add up the fees before comparing

    The base rate does not tell the whole story. Add the excess reduction if you take it, fuel over long distances, nights at campsites or caravan parks and any national park entry fees. The rental company's own fees are given in the offer.

  3. Inspect the van before setting off

    At the depot, walk round the vehicle: tyres, bodywork, gas, fridge, water. Test each piece of equipment, photograph any existing defects and write down the rental company's assistance number. If you have a problem on the road, call it before any repair.

  4. Mind the roof height

    A high-roof van exceeds the height limit of most underground car parks. In town, park on the surface or leave the van at the campsite and take public transport to visit Sydney or Melbourne.

  5. Measure the distances

    Australia is huge: from Cairns to Brisbane is nearly 1,700 km, and Perth is isolated from the rest of the country. Plan short stages, avoid driving at dawn and dusk, when kangaroos cross, and fill up whenever you can outside towns.

What travellers ask

Your questions about Hippie Camper

Which Hippie Camper van should I choose?

It all depends on the number of travellers and the gearbox. For two, the high-roof Hitop with automatic gearbox is the easiest to get to grips with; the Drift, also for two, has a manual gearbox. For three or four, the Endeavour Camper has four seats and four berths. The exact equipment of each model is specified in the offer.

Which city should I set off from with Hippie Camper?

For the Great Barrier Reef and the Queensland coast, set off from Cairns or Brisbane. Sydney and Melbourne frame the south-east coast and the Great Ocean Road, which leads towards Adelaide. Perth opens up Western Australia, from Margaret River to the beaches of Coral Bay. Compare offers from several cities for your dates.

Is mileage unlimited with Hippie Camper?

CoolDrive has not yet recorded any Hippie Camper offers in Australia, so we cannot tell you. The included mileage is written in each offer at the time of the search. Check it before booking, especially for a long journey: at Travellers Autobarn, Jucy Rentals or Spaceships Rentals, our records show unlimited mileage.

Does Hippie Camper also hire in New Zealand?

Yes, the brand also has depots in New Zealand, presented on a separate CoolDrive page. The models, departure cities and terms there are specific to that country. For a trip that takes in both countries, plan two separate hires: you cannot take a hire van across the Tasman Sea.

How much does a Hippie Camper hire cost in Australia?

No Hippie Camper prices have yet been recorded by CoolDrive in Australia, so we do not give a range. The rate depends on the season, the model, the duration and the departure city. Enter your dates and your city in the CoolDrive search engine: each result gives an amount with all mandatory fees included, to weigh against competing vans.

Verified customer reviews

They rented with Hippie Camper

4.3
818 reviews

Second rental through Cooldrive. No issues with this company. One downside for the camper rental with APOLLO in Melbourne. The quality of service could be checked a bit better before the offer.

(anonymous)
Australia · Apr 2017
Avis Vérifiés

Very good value for the preparation of the file and for the price.

(anonymous)
Australia · Apr 2017
Avis Vérifiés

Very good from the quote to the rental, I recommend!

Veronique B.
Australia · Sep 2025
Avis Vérifiés
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Frequently asked questions

FAQ — Hippie Camper campervan hire in Australia

Why book Hippie Camper with CoolDrive?

On CoolDrive, Hippie Camper vans are shown alongside those from Travellers Autobarn, Jucy Rentals or GoCheap Campervans for the same city and the same dates. The price shown includes mandatory fees and each offer sets out its terms before payment. To decide between two models or two depots, our experts remain reachable before and after booking.

What is the excess with Hippie Camper?

We do not yet have a recorded excess for Hippie Camper in Australia. Its amount, the security deposit requested and the options to reduce it are given in the offer. These options have a daily cost that weighs on the budget of a long trip: compare the rate with and without excess reduction before choosing.

Can I do a one-way hire with Hippie Camper?

With depots in Cairns, Brisbane, Sydney, Melbourne, Adelaide and Perth, a one-way hire is tempting, for example from Cairns to Sydney or from Melbourne to Adelaide. Enter a different return city in your CoolDrive search: only the offers that allow it appear, with any fees.

Can I drive in the Outback with a Hippie Camper van?

No Hippie Camper model is classed as 4x4, and rental companies generally restrict the use of unsealed tracks. The permitted roads are given in the offer terms. For the Red Centre or the Kimberley, look instead at the equipped 4x4s from RedSands Campers or Adventure Rentals, recorded by CoolDrive in Australia.

Where can I sleep with a van in Australia?

Caravan parks, found in almost every town, offer electricity, showers and laundry facilities. National parks have simpler campsites, often to be booked online. Freedom camping is regulated differently depending on the state and the local council: follow the signs and ask locally before settling in for the night.

Which season for a van road trip in Australia?

Around Cairns and in the tropical north, driving is best between May and October, outside the wet season, which is hot, humid and exposed to cyclones. In the south, between Sydney, Melbourne and Adelaide, the southern spring and autumn offer mild temperatures. Perth enjoys a Mediterranean climate, dry and hot in summer.

About us

Hire a Hippie Camper van in Australia with CoolDrive Nomad

Hippie Camper offers easy-going vans for discovering Australia as two or four: the Drift and the Hitop for couples, the Endeavour Camper for small families or friends. Its depots in Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Cairns, Adelaide and Perth let you follow the Queensland coast, drive the Great Ocean Road or discover Western Australia.

With CoolDrive Nomad, you set Hippie Camper against Travellers Autobarn, Jucy Rentals, Spaceships Rentals or GoCheap Campervans in a single search, and each rate includes mandatory fees from the outset. As we have not yet recorded its terms, read them in the offer before paying. Our experts also help you choose the model and the depot. For a precise rate, choose your departure city and your dates.

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