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Broome to Darwin One Way Campervan Rental

Setting off from Broome to Darwin? Experience Australia’s unique wilderness with a one-way campervan rental. Check our tool for prices and availability from top providers.

Broome to Darwin One Way Campervan Itinerary

Day 1: Broome to Derby, Western Australia

Distance: Approximately 220 km (137 miles)

Estimated Driving Time: About 2.5 hours

Things to See:

  • Derby Wharf (with famous tidal changes)
  • Boab Prison Tree
  • Mowanjum Aboriginal Art & Cultural Centre

Day 2: Derby to Fitzroy Crossing, Western Australia

Distance: Approximately 255 km (158 miles)

Estimated Driving Time: About 3 hours

Attractions Along the Way:

  • Windjana Gorge National Park
  • Tunnel Creek National Park
  • Geikie Gorge National Park

Day 3: Fitzroy Crossing to Halls Creek, Western Australia

Distance: Approximately 290 km (180 miles)

Estimated Driving Time: About 3.5 hours

Places of Interest:

  • Mimbi Caves
  • China Wall (natural rock formation)
  • Halls Creek Visitors Centre

Day 4: Halls Creek to Warmun (Turkey Creek), Western Australia

Distance: Approximately 160 km (99 miles)

Estimated Driving Time: About 2 hours

Must-See Stops:

  • Bungle Bungle Range in Purnululu National Park (via scenic flights from Warmun)
  • Warmun Art Centre
  • Waterfalls at Emma Gorge and El Questro (if detouring to the Gibb River Road)

Day 5: Warmun to Kununurra, Western Australia

Distance: Approximately 200 km (124 miles)

Estimated Driving Time: About 2.5 hours

Points of Interest:

  • Lake Argyle
  • Mirima (Hidden Valley) National Park
  • Ord River (for boat tours)

Day 6: Kununurra to Timber Creek, Northern Territory

Distance: Approximately 225 km (140 miles)

Estimated Driving Time: About 2.5 hours

Sights to See:

  • Keep River National Park
  • Gregory’s Tree (historical site)
  • Timber Creek Lookout

Day 7: Timber Creek to Katherine, Northern Territory

Distance: Approximately 285 km (177 miles)

Estimated Driving Time: About 3.5 hours

Attractions:

  • Nitmiluk National Park (Katherine Gorge)
  • Katherine Hot Springs
  • Cutta Cutta Caves Nature Park

Day 8: Katherine to Kakadu National Park, Northern Territory

Distance: Approximately 300 km (186 miles)

Estimated Driving Time: About 3.5 hours

Highlights:

  • Bowali Visitor Centre in Kakadu
  • Ubirr Rock Art Site
  • Cahills Crossing on the East Alligator River

Day 9: Kakadu National Park to Darwin, Northern Territory

Distance: Approximately 250 km (155 miles)

Estimated Driving Time: About 3 hours

Things to Experience:

  • Crocosaurus Cove in Darwin
  • Darwin Waterfront Precinct
  • Mindil Beach Sunset Market (seasonal)

Frequently Asked Questions

What kind of licence do you need to hire a campervan in Broome?

You’ll need a full, non-restricted Class C (car) license to rent a campervan or motorhome in Broome. That means learners and provisional license holders need not apply. Most Broome rental companies won’t do business with drivers under 21. Drivers under 25 can hire a camper but must pay an additional young driver surcharge. Overseas hirers will need an English translation of their home-country license or an International Driver’s Permit (IDP).

Is after-hours campervan hire available?

Not many companies in Australia allow customers to pick up and/or drop off a rental after hours.

Spaceships have an easy after-hours pickup and dropoff service.

The following companies also allow after-hours pickup or drop-off, but fees and additional terms may apply: Camperman, Mighty Campers, Awesome, Driveabout and Bargain Campers.

Note that this service may not be available in all cities.

Can I take my campervan off-road?

No, most companies will only allow their vehicles to be driven on sealed bitumen roads.

An exception is Bargain Campers, which allows their vehicles to be driven on unsealed (gravel) roads in Tasmania, as long as these roads are properly formed.

Rental companies may make an exception for well-maintained access roads to a recognized campsite. However, the distance allowed on these roads may vary (between 500 and 12 km). Check the rental agreement for details regarding the exact allowed distance.

Different rules may apply to 4WD campers.

Do campervans have automatic or manual transmission?

Most rental companies have both automatic and manual vehicles available.

Our comparison tool allows you to filter by transmission type to help you find your preferred option.

Note that not all makes and models will be available in both automatic and manual transmission types.

Can additional drivers be added to the campervan rental agreement?

Yes, it’s standard for most companies to allow an additional driver. This driver and any others must be named on the rental agreement, and there may be a nominal fee.

Additional drivers must also hold an appropriate driver’s licence and must meet driver age requirements.

Note: policies vary from supplier to supplier. Always check the T&Cs for your rental.