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MightyLITE Campervans Australia740 Port Wakefield Road, 5107 Parafield Gardens, Adelaide
MightyLITE, campervans for two on Australia's great roads
MightyLITE is a campervan brand present in Australia and New Zealand. On the mainland, it hires out its vehicles from six cities: Sydney, Brisbane, Cairns, Melbourne, Adelaide and Perth. The addresses, often on the outskirts, are also those of Mighty Campers: Bankstown Aerodrome in Sydney, Northgate in Brisbane, Somerton in Melbourne, Parafield Gardens in Adelaide and Redcliffe in Perth.
The range comes down to two models, the HiLITE and the DeLITE. These are high-top campervans with an automatic gearbox, two seats and two berths. The hire company presents itself as a reasonably priced option, designed for a couple or two friends.
CoolDrive has not yet observed any MightyLITE offers in Australia. The included mileage, the excess and the on-board equipment should therefore be checked in the details of each offer before booking.
Our verdict: a simple option for a road trip for two on the east coast, the Great Ocean Road or the south-west of Western Australia. Weak points: no model with more than two berths, no departures from Darwin, Alice Springs or Hobart, and no observed data yet to benchmark its terms.
MightyLITE in detail: what you need to know
The key facts to decide whether MightyLITE suits your trip.
General information
- Brand
- MightyLITE · campervans, advertised as a budget option
- Models
- HiLITE, DeLITE · high-top campervans
- Seats and berths
- 2 seats, 2 berths · on both models
- Gearbox
- Automatic
Rental conditions
- Driving side
- On the left · in all states and territories
- Age and licence
- Stated in each offer · licence not in English: international permit or translation normally required
- Mileage
- Depending on the offer · no MightyLITE offers observed in Australia to date
- Excess
- Specified in the offer · not yet observed by CoolDrive
- Dirt tracks and unsealed roads
- Restrictions possible · permitted roads listed in the hire company's terms
- One-way hire
- To be tested in the search · between two of the six cities, if the offer allows it
Insurance and extras
- Additional protection
- Offered by the hire company · to be compared with the basic cover
- On-board equipment
- Described in each offer · kitchen, bedding and linen depending on the model
Network and availability
- New South Wales and Queensland
- Sydney, Brisbane, Cairns · Bankstown Aerodrome, Northgate, Sheridan Street
- Victoria and South Australia
- Melbourne, Adelaide · Somerton on the Hume Highway, Parafield Gardens
- Western Australia
- Perth · Redcliffe, east of the city
- Northern Territory and Tasmania
- No depot · neither Darwin, Alice Springs nor Hobart
- MightyLITE elsewhere
- New Zealand
MightyLITE branches in Australia
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MightyLITE Campervans Australia733A Nudgee Road, 4013 Northgate
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MightyLITE Campervans Australia Airport419 Sheridan Street, 4870 Cairns
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MightyLITE Campervans Australia40 Hume Highway, 3062 Somerton
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MightyLITE Campervans Australia2 Redcliffe Road, 6104 Redcliffe
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MightyLITE Campervans Australia125 Nancy Ellis Leebold Drive, 2200 Bankstown Aerodrome
MightyLITE also operates in one other country
MightyLITE 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 |
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MightyLITE
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High-top HiLITE and DeLITE campervans, two berths | Specified in each offer | Trips for two, 6 cities from Cairns to Perth |
Camperman
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Juliette and Maxie campervans, including one model with shower and toilet | Unlimited in 100% of observed offers | Campervans with three or four berths, 8 cities |
Awesome Campers
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Compact Camper, Sun Chaser, Buddy and Coast Hopper campervans | Unlimited in 100% of observed offers | Several campervan formats, 8 cities |
Chill'd by JUCY
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Cloudbreak and Malibu campervans, Big Kahuna motorhome | Unlimited in 100% of observed offers | From a campervan for two to six berths, 5 cities |
Campervan Village
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Mini campers, Mystery Machine vans and D5, Grip, Desert Sands 4x4s | Limited in the observed offers | Very wide choice, including 4x4s, 11 cities |
Cruisin Motorhomes
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Hi Top, Rover, Sandpiper campervans and Adventurer to Discovery motorhomes | Unlimited in 100% of observed offers | From a campervan for two to six berths, 6 cities |
MightyLITE: who is it for, and who should look elsewhere?
MightyLITE is ideal if…
- There are two of you and a compact campervan is enough
- You are following the east coast between Cairns, Brisbane and Sydney
- You dream of the Great Ocean Road between Melbourne and Adelaide
- Driving on the left daunts you: both models have an automatic gearbox
- You want to explore the south-west starting from Perth
MightyLITE is not ideal if…
- There are three or more of you: both models only have two berths
- Your trip starts in Darwin, Alice Springs or Tasmania
- Outback tracks are on the agenda: RedSands Campers and Adventure Rentals hire out 4x4s
- You want to see observed prices before searching: CoolDrive does not yet have any for MightyLITE
- You are looking for a family overcab: see Let's Go Motorhomes or Cruisin Motorhomes instead
Our tips for booking with MightyLITE
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Compare the HiLITE and the DeLITE
On paper, the two MightyLITE campervans have the same format: high top, two seats, two berths, automatic gearbox. The difference lies in the interior layout. Look at the photos and floor plan in each offer: bed position, kitchen area, storage and access to luggage.
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Go over the van with a fine-tooth comb before leaving
Before driving off, inspect the campervan with the agent: photograph the bodywork, tyres and windscreen, then check the gas, water and kitchen inventory. Have any defect noted on the contract. Also save the roadside assistance number: between two cities, mobile coverage can disappear for hundreds of kilometres.
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Arrange your transfer to the depot
The depots are on the outskirts: Somerton north of Melbourne, Northgate north of Brisbane, Bankstown Aerodrome west of Sydney, Parafield Gardens north of Adelaide. Plan a taxi from the airport or your hotel and check the key handover times in your confirmation.
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Avoid driving at dawn and dusk
Kangaroos, wallabies and livestock often cross country roads at sunrise and sunset. A collision with a light campervan can cut your trip short. Plan your legs so you arrive before dark and fill up whenever you can: petrol stations quickly become sparse away from the coasts.
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Choose the season according to the region
From Cairns, the dry season, roughly from May to October, is the most pleasant; the southern summer brings humid heat and rain there. Melbourne, Adelaide and the Great Ocean Road are best explored from November to April. Perth and Sydney lend themselves to travel for much of the year.
Your questions about MightyLITE
How much does a MightyLITE hire cost in Australia?
We do not yet have observed prices for MightyLITE in Australia, so no amount is given here. The rate depends heavily on the city and the calendar: a departure from Cairns in the dry season does not cost the same as a departure from Melbourne in the southern winter. Run a CoolDrive search with your dates to see the price, mandatory fees included.
Which MightyLITE campervans can I hire in Australia?
Two models are listed: the HiLITE and the DeLITE. Both are high-top campervans with two seats, two berths and an automatic gearbox. Their size makes them easy to manoeuvre in town and to park at national park campsites. Kitchen equipment and bedding are described in each offer.
Where do I pick up a MightyLITE campervan in Australia?
Six addresses are listed: 125 Nancy Ellis Leebold Drive, Bankstown Aerodrome (Sydney), 733A Nudgee Road, Northgate (Brisbane), 419 Sheridan Street, Cairns, 40 Hume Highway, Somerton (Melbourne), 740 Port Wakefield Road, Parafield Gardens (Adelaide) and 2 Redcliffe Road, Redcliffe (Perth). Allow for a transfer from your point of arrival.
Which itinerary should I take with a MightyLITE campervan?
The six cities open up several great classics. From Cairns to Brisbane, the Queensland coast runs along the Great Barrier Reef and the Whitsundays. Between Melbourne and Adelaide, the Great Ocean Road passes the Twelve Apostles. From Perth, head south towards Margaret River or north towards the Pinnacles. A one-way hire can be tested in the search.
Can I sleep anywhere with a campervan in Australia?
No: free camping is regulated by each state and often by local councils, and many towns ban it on public roads. Free or low-cost rest areas, national park campsites and holiday parks make good stops. Book national parks online during the very busy Australian school holidays.
They rented with MightyLITE
Very good from the quote to the rental, I recommend!
First trip in a van and in AustraliaFriendly and available staffDeposit refunded quicklyHowever, some tools would be useful to re-tighten certain things due to the vibrations on the road
Staff very available to obtain information. Quick response to information.
FAQ — MightyLITE campervan hire in Australia
Why book MightyLITE with CoolDrive?
In a single search, CoolDrive lines up MightyLITE campervans with those of Camperman, Awesome Campers or Chill'd by JUCY for the city and dates you choose. You see a price that already includes mandatory fees, and each offer details the excess, mileage and equipment. Our experts help you with protection, one-way hire or choosing the model.
What excess does MightyLITE charge in Australia?
CoolDrive has not observed any MightyLITE offers in Australia to date: we cannot state an amount. The excess is shown in each offer, alongside the options that reduce it. A deposit is usually held on a credit card at departure: check its limit before your flight, taking the trip's other expenses into account.
Is mileage unlimited with MightyLITE?
We cannot confirm this yet, as no MightyLITE offers have been observed in Australia. The included mileage appears in each offer: look at it closely, as distances are vast. Sydney and Brisbane are about 900 km apart along the coast, and crossing the Nullarbor between Adelaide and Perth exceeds 2,500 km.
What licence do I need to drive a MightyLITE campervan?
A valid car licence is normally enough, as both models are light campervans. A licence written in a language other than English must generally be presented with an international driving permit or a certified translation. The minimum age and number of years holding a licence are set by the hire company and specified in the offer, to be read before confirming.
Can I return the MightyLITE campervan in another city?
With six depots spread across the east coast, the south and the west, several one-way hires are possible, such as Cairns to Brisbane or Melbourne to Adelaide. The hire company accepts them or not depending on the season, with variable fees. Enter your drop-off city in the search: only compatible offers are shown, mandatory fees included.
What should I check when returning the MightyLITE campervan?
Return the campervan at the agreed time, with a full tank and the waste water tanks emptied if the offer requires it. Do a final walk-round with the agent and keep a copy of the return contract. Allow some margin before your flight: the journey between the depot and the airport takes time at rush hour, especially in Sydney and Melbourne.
Hire a MightyLITE campervan in Australia with CoolDrive Nomad
In Australia, MightyLITE offers two high-top campervans, the HiLITE and the DeLITE, for two travellers, with an automatic gearbox. Its six departure cities cover the country's main tourist routes: Cairns for the Daintree Rainforest and the Great Barrier Reef, Brisbane and Sydney for the east coast, Melbourne for the Great Ocean Road, Adelaide for the Barossa Valley and Kangaroo Island, Perth for the west coast.
On CoolDrive Nomad, set MightyLITE against Camperman, Awesome Campers, Chill'd by JUCY or Campervan Village, then book at the price shown, mandatory fees included. Our experts help you understand the protection offered, prepare a one-way hire and choose the right season. Tell us where and when you are leaving: the available offers appear straight away.
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