Experience Cairns and North Queensland in Style with Overlander's Premium Fleet
Safe & Reliable 4x4 Rentals for your Cairns Adventure
At Overlander Adventures, we offer only the best 4x4 vehicles for hire, each fully equipped with everything you need for your Cairns and Cape Tribulation adventure. Our late model, low km, top of the range vehicles provide the ultimate in comfort and luxury while exploring the great outdoors. With full off-road insurance and unlimited kms, you can rest assured knowing that you're in good hands.
Late-Model, Quality 4WD's
✓ Rooftop tents with upgraded mattresses
✓ Camp kitchen, cooker, and dinnerware
✓ High-quality camping equipment included
Fully-Equipped Rentals
✓ Fridge/freezer w/ dual 12V battery system
✓ First aid kit and other necessary equipment
✓ Table, chairs, and sink
Off-Road Ready
✓ Full off-road insurance
✓ 24/7 roadside assistance
✓ Unlimited mileage included
Explore Cairns' Hidden Gems
Our 4WD rentals are perfect for discovering Australia's most beautiful and remote locations.
Cape Tribulation Camping
The remote headland of Cape Tribulation is where two UNESCO World Heritage Sites meet – the Wet Tropics Rainforest and the Great Barrier Reef. The forest tumbles right down to the coast with just a thin strip of sand separating it from the clear blue water.
The Bloomfield Track
The coastal road from Cairns to Cooktown (or vice versa), includes the Bloomfield Track beyond Cape Tribulation, travels through beautiful rainforest scenery. This is a dry-season only adventure as the track becomes almost impassable in the wet.
Atherton Tablelands
Celebrated for some of the best food experiences in Cairns & Great Barrier Reef, in the Atherton Tablelands, an hour from Cairns, you'll find an abundance of flavours to try. Campright under rainforrest canopies this is a must see destination.
A Premium Off-Road Experience
Who is Overlander Adventures For?
Our rentals are perfect for anyone who wants to explore Australia in style and comfort with no prior experience necessary
For Adventurers and Explorers
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Solo travelers seeking adventure and exploration
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For those who want to discover Australia's hidden gems
For Unforgettable Travel Experiences
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Men and women, regardless of experience level
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25+ year olds looking for an unforgettable travel experience
For Family and Group Getaways
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Families and holidaymakers looking for a unique experience
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Anyone looking for hassle-free camping with all the gear included
For Men and Woman!
No Experience Required
Everyone should be able to experience the beauty of Australia's wilderness in the comfort of a premium 4x4 rental. That's why we make our rentals accessible to anyone, regardless of their level of experience. You don't need to be a seasoned off-road driver to rent with us.
Accessible to everyone, regardless of experience level
Focus on enjoying your adventure
Double
Roof Top
Tents
Available!
All Experience Levels
Orientation and Support
Receive a comprehensive orientation from our team of Specialists in Cairns on the features and functions of our vehicles. Our team is always on hand to offer guidance and support throughout your journey. We'll make sure you're comfortable with the vehicle before you set out, so you can focus on enjoying your adventure.
Comprehensive orientation on features and functions of the vehicles
Support available throughout your journey
Rated 4.9 out of 5
What Our Clients Say
Hear from our satisfied customers and find out why Overlander Adventures is the top choice for 4x4 rentals in Cairns.
MeiFang
Overlander Adventures created the most amazing adventure for us. We love the rooftop tents and all the equipments installed in the car. Fridge and Water tank made our trip easier and convenient☝️. Rooftop tents 🏕️ are easy to setup and comfortable mattresses too. Definitely recommended 👍
Julia Rose
My Partner and I wanted to do something unique during our stay on the Gold Coast and came across Overlander Adventures. We were greeted with a brand new Jeep Wrangler, fully equipped with top of the range features. The vehicle was fitted with everything we could possibly need for a great camping weekend. The roof top tent was so comfortable!
Tyla Pass
Paul was amazing to communicate with. My partner and I had the Jeep Wrangler for our 5 day camping trip and we had an absolute blast. If you’re thinking of going on a camping adventure then I would highly recommend Overlander Adventures for your next trip!
Would 10/10 do it again!
Sara Nikolovski
Can’t recommend these guys enough, they talked us through what would best be suitable for our family and where we were headed. The pick up of our Jeep Wrangler with Paul was hassle free they even arrived earlier for us to pick up which was a great help. We were guided through the whole car nothing was left unexplained. The car didn’t miss a beat and exceeded our expectations!!!
Giada Izzo
Highly recommending Overlander Adventure. We hired a 4 wheel drive for our holiday on Fraser Island and we absolutely loved it. Staff is super friendly and helpful. All the cars are brand new and fully equipped for the best camping experience. Prices are competitive. Can’t wait to book again with them for our next adventure 😍
Katie Fitt
Our holiday on the beach and at the woodland creek was fantastic in our Overlander vehicle. The rooftop tent was very comfortable and the vehicle had all the comforts and amenities you needed incl fridge, freezer, handheld shower and all bedding utensils and cooking gear. The team in the office were great to deal with, even coming out in the bush to find us to replace a faulty fridge on new yrs eve! Highly recommend!!
Toyota Hilux Vlog from Cairns to Cape York
Check out this great VLOG featuring our Toyota Hilux in action from Cairns to Cape York and back.
Easy to operate and drive
Comfortable and luxurious
Packed with everything you need to just GO!
Discover the easy process of renting a top-of-the-line 4x4 vehicle in Cairns with Overlander Adventures
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Choose Your Ride
Browse our selection of adventure vehicles and select the one that's right for you and your dream adventure.
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Pickup and Orientation
We will provide orientation on the features and functions of the vehicle, so you feel confident and prepared for your adventure.
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Check Availability
Check availability of your desired vehicle by selecting your preferred dates, pickup location, and number of travelers.
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Hit the Road
It's time to hit the road! Enjoy the convenience of having everything you need included in your rental, from camping gear to navigation systems.
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Book Your Rental
Book online or give us a call to reserve your vehicle. We provide step-by-step instructions, so you can be sure you're getting exactly what you need.
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Dropoff
At the end of your rental period, our team will inspect the vehicle and ensure everything is in order before you head off on your next adventure
Check Out Our Optional Extras!
Need Extra Gear?
Recovery Kit
Maxtraxs, Compressor & Strap
Air your tires up and down, get yourself unstuck and make recovery easy.
Outback Kit
Toolroll, Jumpstarter, PLB
Do minor repairs, jump-start your vehicle and call for help anywhere in an emergency.
Handheld UHF
Single UHF Radio
Communicate with other vehicles or emergency services (limited range)
Frequently Asked Questions
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Am I allowed Off-Road or on the Beach?Yes. Our vehicles are set-up for off-road and beach use however you must take care that using the vehicle in these environments will not damage the vehicle. Please click HERE to view our full Terms & Conditions. (Prohibited Areas and Uses) Our vehicles cannot be used in or on: any area where snow has fallen or is likely to fall; roads that are prone to flooding or are flooded; sand dunes on a beach, streams, rivers, creeks, dams and floodwaters; any closed road; salt lakes and salt flats; any prohibited area (See 'Where can I take your 4WD?' below); Please CLICK HERE for information about our Damage Cover Insurance
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Where can I take your 4WD ?Our vehicles are Set-up and Insured to travel almost anywhere in Australia, including: Fraser Island Moreton Island Stradbroke Island The Simpson Desert Cape York Gibb River Road The Kimberley Kakadu National Park However we do not allow our vehicles to be used in the following places: past South Ngkala rocks on Fraser Island; to any 4WD Park on private or public land; on the Canning Stock Route; on the Old Telegraph Track section of the road to Cape York (See below)*; on any section of Creb or Frenchmans Tracks on Cape York; *Travel to and from Fruit Bat Falls & Twin and Elliot Falls on the Old Telegraph Track is permitted, conditional upon you taking any available bypass track along the route. CLICK HERE to view the MAP Note that driving through water is not covered by insurance and is done so at the hirers own risk. Contact us if you need more guidance or assistance with planning your trip.
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Are there specific conditions for Beach use?Yes. Beach use is only permitted subject to the following conditions: You reasonably believe the condition of the beach will not cause damage to the vehicle; Your speed is reasonable and will not exceed 80 kilometres per hour; You must carry recovery boards and a recovery strap; You must not drive on a beach unless you reasonably believe that other vehicles have been recently on the beach at the time or have been driving on the beach in the past 48 hours; Driving on the beach is allowed by local / government authorities; You will not park below the high tide mark; You will not drive through salt water; You will not drive on the beach (3) hours before or until (2) hours after high tide; Immediately on leaving the beach you will wash the underbody of the vehicle with fresh water at a commercial car wash. You must pay an additional 15% beach use surcharge (capped at $375 per booking).
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Do you offer One-Way Rentals?Yes. We offer one way rentals between all of our locations and we do not charge one-way fees. Brisbane - Gold Coast - Cairns - Darwin - Broome - Perth
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Are the any Age Restrictions?Yes. We are only insured for drivers aged between 25 and 75 years old.
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Can I drive with an international driver licence?Yes, we do allow international drivers, as long as you meet the requirements to drive in the state with your licence. To rent our 4x4's any authorized driver must hold a Full Valid Drivers License that is not subject to any restriction or condition.
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Do I need a full driver licence?Yes. You must hold a Full Valid Driver Licence to rent from us. Probabtionary or learners are not permitted.
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Are Pets allowed?No. Unfortunately we do not allow animals in our campers.
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Important information about Fraser Island BookingsUnfortunately QLD law prohibits rental vehicles on Fraser Island carrying anything on the roof, including a roof top tent. This does not apply to privately owned vehicles, only rental vehicles. This rule does not affect our Toyota Landcruiser and Hilux Trayon 4WD's and they are permitted to travel to Fraser Island without modification. Hilux Adventure and Jeep Gladiator are permitted to travel to Fraser Island however we must remove the roof top tents and awning and will supply you with quality ground tents as an alternative. Note this is not an option for one-way rentals. Please contact us if you book a one-way rental in a Gladiator or Adventure and also plan to visit Fraser Island. Hilux Outback is not set-up to travel to Fraser Island. Please give us a call, email or message if you would like more info or to discuss. Click HERE to read the legislation.
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How do I get prices or make a booking?CLICK HERE to go to our online booking portal for rates and availability. Please don't hesitate to contact is if you have any questions or need more information.
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How are the rates calculated?Our rates are calculated on a calendar day basis. This means that the day you pick-up and the day you return are counted as rentals days.
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What is the Security Deposit?If you have booked via Camplify, please refer to their Security Deposit terms. The amount that we hold for a Security Deposit will depend on the level of Adventure More Cover you choose. Standard Damage Cover - Security Deposit $5,000 Adventure More Silver $39 per day - Security Deposit $2,500 Adventure More Gold $59 per day - Security Deposit $1,000 The Security Deposit is taken at the time you collect the vehicle by Credit Card Authority. Click HERE to view information about our security deposit and cancellation policy.
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What is your Cancellation Policy?Click HERE to view our Cancellation Policy
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Can Overlander Adventures help me with bookings and destinations?Absolutely. Many destinations require you to book vehicle permits, camping permits and ferry tickets. Our team will be more than happy to assist you these things plus offer advice and local knowledge wherever we can.
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Can you recommend itineraries and destinations?Yes. Were are always working on destination guides and new road trip ideas. Click HERE to check out our inspirations page for destination ideas, itinerates, camping ideas and more. Don't hesitate to contact us if you can't find what you are looking for or need any more information.
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What time can I Pick-Up or ReturnOur locations are generally open for pick-up and return Monday to Friday between 8am and 5pm and Saturdays between 8am and 12 noon. We are closed on Sundays. CLICK HERE to view our depot locations and hours. Please note that after-hours returns are available On Request and are not available at all locations. Please Contact Us for specific after-hours return information.
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Where are you located?NEW SOUTH WALES Sydney Airport Blu Emu Carpark, Sydney Airport QUEENSLAND Gold Coast 7/507 Olsen Avenue, Southport, 4215 Brisbane Airport Virtual location. We will arrange to meet you at the airport by appointment. Cairns Agency location at Smartpro Detailing, 58 Comport Street, Portsmith, 4870 NORTHERN TERRITORY Darwin Agency location at Autocare NT, 3 Presley Street, Stuart Park, 0820 WESTERN AUSTRALIA Perth Agency location at 47 Pakenham Street, Fremantle, 6160 By Appointment only
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How long do I need to allow when picking up the vehicle?We undertake a pre-hire briefing with every hirer, regardless of their experience. This takes around 30-45mins however our experienced team will spend as much time with you as you need to ensure you are totally comfortable with everything before you head off on your adventure :)
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Can I Pick-up the vehicle early or Return it late?Our rental prices are calculated for each day that you have the vehicle, regardless of the pick-up or return times. If you have an early start (before 7am), we suggest that you book the vehicle from the day before to allow yourself plenty of time to pack and get ready. Afterhours returns are available on request.
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Can I pick-up and return to the Airport?We have a location at Brisbane Airport (by appointment only) however our depots in all other locations are generally only a short taxi or Uber ride from the airport.
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Do I need to clean the vehicle before I return it?Yes. Before you return the vehicle we kindly ask that you: wash the outside and underbody of the vehicle to remove as much mud, dust or sand as possible; vacuum the inside of the vehicle; clean all camping and cookware.
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Is there somewhere to return outside of your business hours?In some instances we can arrange afterhours return. Contact us for more information.
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Is there somewhere to leave my car?Contact us and we will do our best to accommodate wherever we can.
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How does Insurance work?
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What if I need Roadside assistance?24/7 Roadside assist is provided by RACQ and its interstate affiliates and is included with your rental at no extra cost. Important: Roadside assistance is not available in many remote Australian locations (including the Simpson Desert, Fraser Island & Moreton Island). If roadside assistance is not available in the area you are operating, you must pay for the cost or towing or recovery regardless of the cause of the breakdown.
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What vehicles do you offer?We offer premium quaility 4WD Campers. Our Adventure range includes Jeep Wrangler and Gladiator, prefectly suited for fun in the sunshine. Our Outback range includes legendary Toyota Hilux loaded with heaps of off-road accessories for the ultimate long range touring adventure. Refer to each vehicle webpage for full details.
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What's included with my rental?Our vehicles all come with roof top tent, awning, fridge/freezer, air compressor and all camping gear included (cookware, dinnerware, tables & chairs). Please refer to each specific vehicle for full description of inclusions. There are some optional extras you might want to consider, depending on your destination. Click HERE to view optional extras. Note that Hilux Premium comes with almost all optional extras included at no charge plus a host of upgraded accessories.
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Is linen included?No. However we can supply pillows and sleeping bags as well as towels for a small additional fee per booking.
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Are there extra charging points for my tech?Yes. All vehicles have an independent battery system with additional USB chargeing points. Please let us know if you need 240 volt power as we can include a power inverter on request.
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What happens if there is a fault with the Vehicle?We operate late-model, low kilometer vehicles and maintain them to a higher standard than that recommended by the manufacturer. However sometimes faults can develop, even in modern, well maintained vehicles. Particularly when operating in off-road or rough conditions. If you need roadside assistance, please contact RACQ on 1800 648 058 and quote the vehicle registration number. Issues such as flat batteries, flat tires or low fuel will be rectified by RACQ and there will be no need to notify us. If RACQ cannot rectify the problem, they will contact us and we will work with them and you to get the vehicle to a repairer to have the fault diagnosed and repaired. If the vehicle cannot be repaired in a timely manner, we will attempt to provide you with a substitute vehicle, subject to availability and your location. Some things to keep in mind, particularly if you are operating in remote areas. The more remote you operate the vehicle, the less resources are available. Getting assistance to you, rectifying faults or obtaining parts in remote parts of Australia will likely take significant time and in some cases may take days. Due to the vast distances in Australia, it may also not always be viable or possible to swap you into a substitute vehicle if the vehicle you are using develops a fault. Whilst we will always consider this, we cannot guarantee this option. Roadside assistance is not available everywhere. If you take our vehicle to an area where our Roadside Assist is not available, you will be required to pay for the cost of transporting the vehicle to the nearest RACQ depot or repairer (regardless of fault). Fraser, Moreton and Stradbroke Islands as well as many remote locations are not covered by Roadside Assistance. Whilst we understand that a fault may lead to some delay and inconvenience, Overlander does not pay compensation for missed flights, inconvenience or other loss suffered. We strongly encourage all hirers to take out travel insurance to cover this instance.
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What happens if there is a Fault with the Camping equipment?We preform a comprehensive quality control check on our vehicles and equipment prior to every rental. However sometimes unexpected faults can develop, particularly when the vehicle is operating in off-road or rough conditions. If a fault develops in the camping equipment and it will not cause too much inconvenience, will likely just take a note and have it rectified when you return. If a fault develops that will cause you inconvenience, we will have to work together to find a solution. For example we may: (depending on your level of technical skill) work with you on the phone to see if you can undertake repairs yourself; ask you to purchase a similar, replacement item and then reimburse you for the cost; or find a local repairer and ask you to take the vehicle to them. We understand that this may delay your journey however these steps will be necessary in order to rectify the fault. Please contact us immediately if you have any problems with your vehicle or accessories.
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Can I Tow a trailer or caravan?No. Unfortunately our vehicles are not equipped to tow.
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Where is the best place to camp?Australia has many free and paid camping options, from remote far-away camp sites to boutique caravan and camping parks such as El-Questro Station in W.A. Camping in National Parks is popular. You will need to book and often a Vehicle permit is also required. Here is a list of State and Territory National Park websites: Queensland Parks - Click HERE Northern Territory Parks - Click HERE Western Australia Parks - Click HERE We highly recommend the AU WikiCamp app. This app lists hundreds free and paid camp grounds and contains up-to-date reviews from campers who have recently camped at each of the sites.
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When is the best time to visit?Australia is beautiful all year round however the most popular time in the north is during the dry season between May and September. South East Queensland (Brisbane & Gold Coast) and South West Australia (Perth) and beautiful during summer, December to March. Why not ask our experienced team to help you plan your Australian 4WD adventure?
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What about the wildlife?We know that Australian wildlife has a particular reputation, however most visitors quickly learn there is nothing really to worry about. Encounters with snakes, spiders, sharks and all of the other notorious creatures shown on the internet are actually extremely rare. This being so, it is important to always follow safety directions and signage wherever posted, particularly with regard to crocodiles in the top end.
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How safe are your vehicles for remote outback travel?Our vehicles are set-up for remote, long distance travel. They are fitted with premium quality accessories and equipment from some of Australia's leading 4WD brands and are maintained beyond the manufacturers specifications. If you are travelling to very remote areas, we recommend our Hilux Outback as it is specifically set-up for safe and comfortable remote travel and has additional safety features such as dual spare wheels, emergency satellite beacon and more. Contact us if you would like assistance planning an outback adventure and/or need a local contact on the ground who can help you with local knowledge.
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Important information about Fraser IslandUnfortunately QLD law prohibits rental vehicles on Fraser Island carrying anything on the roof, including a roof top tent. Click HERE to read the legislation. This law may affect your plans, depending on the vehicle you have booked: Toyota Landcruiser and Hilux Trayon are not affected by this law and are permitted to travel to Fraser Island without modification (you will need to store the roof mounted 2nd pare wheel on Hilux Trayon in the rear camper whilst on Fraser). Hilux Adventure and Jeep Gladiator are permitted to travel to Fraser Island however we must remove the roof top tents and awning and will supply you with quality ground tents as an alternative. Note this is not an option for one-way rentals. Please contact us if you book a one-way rental in a Gladiator or Adventure and also plan to visit Fraser Island. Hilux Outback is not set-up to travel to Fraser Island. If you are worried about animals, our experience is that many, many visitors to Fraser sleep on the ground in swags and tents and never have a problem. Also, there are a number of camp grounds on Fraser that have Dingo proof fences erected. Please give us a call, email or message if you would like more info or to discuss.