How much does it cost to hire a caravan?
We have different rates, depending upon which van you choose.
Our prices are as follows:
- Caretta ‘Barbs’ $95 per day ($115 per day in school holidays)
- Jayco Journey 15ft ‘Joan’ $110 per day ($130 per day in school holidays)
- Jayco Journey 17ft ‘Kenneth’ $115 per day ($135 per day in school holidays)
- Jayco Expanda 17ft ‘Sidney’ $120 per day ($140 per day in school holidays)
These prices include insurance, there are no hidden costs
How much deposit do I need to pay to secure a booking?
You will need to pay 25% of the cost of the booking.
When do I need to pay the balance?
The balance is due in full 14 days before you collect your caravan.
What documents do I need to provide to book?
In order to secure your booking you will need to complete the last two pages of the ‘Terms and Conditions’ and provide a copy of your driver’s licence.
Is there a minimum hire period?
The minimum hire period during school holidays is 14 days (7 days in December/January school holidays) and the minimum hire period outside school holidays is 3 days.
Can I extend the rental during the hire period?
We will make every effort to accommodate an extension to your hire if the caravan or camper trailer is available.
What size car do I need to tow the caravans?
The Caretta ‘Barbs’ weighs 580 kilos and has a tow ball weight of 50 kilos. To allow for the weight of the contents you need to make sure that your car can tow 800 kilos and has a tow ball weight capacity of 50 kilos.
The 15 ft caravan ‘Joan’ weighs 1580 kilos unloaded and has a tow ball weight of 140 kilos. To allow for the weight of the contents you
need to make sure that your car can tow 1900 kilos and has a tow ball weight capacity of 140 kilos.
The 17 ft caravan ‘Kenneth’ weighs 1917 kilos unloaded and has a tow ball weight of 170 kilos. To allow for the weight of the contents
you need to make sure that your car can tow 2200 kilos and has a tow ball weight capacity of 170 kilos.
The Expanda ‘Sidney’ weighs 1846 kilos unloaded and has a tow ball weight of 158 kilos. To allow for the weight of the contents you
need to make sure that your car can tow 2200 kilos and has a tow ball weight capacity of 160 kilos.
Do I need a brake controller on my car whilst towing the caravan?
Yes, this is required by law on the caravans. If you don’t have electric brakes fitted to your car you can hire a portable electric breaking system from us for $50 per hire.
You don’t need a brake controller for the Caretta ‘Barbs’.
How old do I have to be to hire your caravan?
Who pays for the insurance of the caravan while it is on hire?
When you hire our caravans we pay the insurance cover. Our vans have full comprehensive and public liability insurance. However, you are required to have comprehensive insurance for the towing vehicle listed on the Terms and Conditions. Your personal items are not covered on the caravan insurance. If we need to claim through insurance your excess will be $1000.
Is there any reason the insurance wouldn’t cover me?
Yes, see the driver qualifications in the terms and conditions document.
Do the caravans have awning walls?
Yes. If you would like to hire them, the cost is $50 per hire. The Caretta ‘Barbs’ does not have awning walls.
How much is the bond and what does it cover?
The bond is $1,000. See the terms and conditions for a list of what the bond will cover.
When do I need to pay the bond?
The bond needs to be paid 3 days before you collect the caravan or camper trailer.
When will I get my bond back?
We will give you back your bond within three (3) days of the caravan or camper trailer being returned undamaged and in a clean and tidy condition, inside and out.
Do the caravans include a fridge?
Yes, they all come fitted with a fridge/freezer. The Expanda ‘Sidney’ and Journeys ‘Kenneth’ and ‘Joan’ come fitted with a 3-way fridge/freezer that runs on electric or gas. The Caretta has a Compressor fridge/freezer.
Do the caravans have a battery?
Yes, the Expanda ‘Sidney’ and Journeys ‘Kenneth’ and ‘Joan’ come fitted with a 100-amp deep cycle battery and the Caretta ‘Barbs’ comes fitted with a 60-amp battery.
Do the caravans have water tanks?
Yes, the Journeys ‘Kenneth’ and ‘Joan’, come fitted with one 80 litre underfloor water tank each and the Expanda ‘Sidney’ has 2 x 80 litre water tanks. The Caretta ‘Barbs’ has a 70 litre water tank.
Do the caravans have a toilet and shower?
Only our Expanda ‘Sidney’ has a toilet and shower.
Our Teardrop Caravan ‘Barbs’ has an outdoor shower.
Does the toilet cartridge need cleaning in Sidney?
Yes. If the toilet cartridge is not emptied and cleaned a fee of $200 will be deducted from the bond.
I’ve never hired a caravan before, what do I need to know?
Don’t worry, we will give you a full demonstration of how to put up and down the caravan on collection. We also send you videos prior to collection and have a full instruction manual in the vans in case you forget. We are also always available and happy to help if you need to ask further questions on 0434 869196 (Nick) or 0434 871950 (Helen).
Can I take my pet in the caravans?
No. We don’t allow pets in the caravans as we would like to keep them in excellent condition for all our customers.
Can I smoke in the caravans?
No. We don’t allow smoking in the caravans as we would like to keep them in excellent condition for all our customers.
Do I need to clean the caravan before I return it?
Yes, the caravans should be returned in the same condition they were taken. If extra cleaning is required after the caravan is returned, the cost will be deducted from your bond.
Can I take the caravans off road?
The Jayco caravans are designed and built to go on sealed bitumen roads. Taking them off-road may forfeit your bond. The Caretta ‘Barbs’ can go on off-road tracks subject to prior approval.
What kitchen equipment is included in the hire?
The caravans will contain crockery and cutlery, pans, utensils, kettle (Electric and hob) and toaster.
Do you have any other camping equipment that I could hire to go with the caravan?
Yes, the following are available to rent:
| Towing mirrors |
$20 per hire |
| Electric braking system |
$50 per hire |
| Coffee Machine and Milk frother |
$20 per hire |
| TV/DVD Player |
$25 per hire |
| Awning walls |
$50 per hire |
| Outdoor floor matting |
$20 per hire |
| Outdoor Table and Benches (seats 4) |
$20 per hire |
| Weber Baby Q and gas bottle |
$60 per hire |
| Canvas Storage Unit |
$20 per hire |
| Outdoor kitchen table and storage |
$20 per hire |
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Are the caravans covered for roadside assistance?
No. It is the hirer’s responsibility to arrange roadside assistance to include the recovery of the caravans.
