Caravaning is a great way to see Australia. A caravan provides a comfortable but cost-effective way to visit stunning attractions, historic towns, and the stunning natural environments on offer. But a caravan can be a costly investment. Luckily, there’s the option to rent a caravan instead, so you can enjoy an affordable, stress-free holiday.
Affordability
Caravans are a big upfront investment. A new caravan in Australia will cost you about $60,000 to $100,000, while higher-end models can cost more than $180,000. Once you purchase your caravan, you then need to pay for its yearly registration, insurance, and services. Second-hand caravans usually range from $30,000 to $80,000 and have the risk of infrequent services, dodgy repairs, and bad DIY jobs. When hiring a caravan, the insurance and associated costs are included in the price. Hiring a caravan can be significantly cheaper than purchasing one, especially a new one.No Long-term commitment
Purchasing a caravan is great if you use it all year round on weekend breaks and longer trips. But for those only looking to travel half a dozen times a year, hiring a caravan means you can avoid the long-term commitments, expenses, and headaches of owning a caravan. Hiring a caravan also allows first-timers the opportunity to try a caravan before they commit to owning one.Convenience and hassle-free experience
When you hire a caravan, you can choose an all-exclusive package that comes fully stocked with camping essentials like cooking equipment, tables and driving mirrors. This means you don’t have to purchase all this equipment yourself. Our on-road suite caravan comes equipped with all the essentials. When you own a caravan, you need to store it on your property or pay for caravan storage. When you hire a caravan, you simply hand it back at the end of your trip.
Safety and peace of mind
When you hire a caravan, you have the peace of mind of knowing that services and maintenance are taken care of, and if anything goes wrong, you are covered with liability options. At Crikey, we take you through the set-up of our caravans, how to hitch the van to the car, and how to tow it. We also have a range of itineraries if you aren’t sure where you want to travel.
