Question 1

Am I allowed Off-Road or on the Beach?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Our vehicles are set-up for off-road and beach use however there are some prohibited areas (see below) and you must take care that using the vehicle in these environments will not damage the vehicle.  Beach UseSpecial conditions apply to beach use, see our full Terms & Conditions.  You must obtain our permission to take the vehicle to any island.Not all of our 4WD's are permitted or equipped to go to Fraser Island.  Click HERE for more info.(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 to view our full Terms & Conditions.Please CLICK HERE for information about our Damage Cover InsuranceNew to Beach Driving or a little nervous?  Click HERE to view our beach driving guide.

Question 2

Where can I take your 4WD ?

Accepted Answer

Our vehicles are Set-up and Insured to travel almost anywhere in Australia, including:Fraser Island (Conditions apply to Fraser. Click HERE for more info)Moreton IslandStradbroke IslandThe Simpson DesertCape YorkGibb River RoadThe KimberleyKakadu National ParkHowever 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.

Question 3

Are there specific conditions for Beach use?

Accepted Answer

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 (3) 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).

Question 4

Do you offer One-Way Rentals?

Accepted Answer

Yes.  We offer one way rentals between all of our locations and we do not charge one-way fees.  Click HERE to view our locations.

Question 5

Are the any Age Restrictions?

Accepted Answer

Yes. We are only insured for drivers aged between 25 and 75 years old.

Question 6

Can I drive with an international driver licence?

Accepted Answer

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.

Question 7

Do I need a full driver licence?

Accepted Answer

Yes. You must hold a Full Valid Driver Licence to rent from us.  Probabtionary or learners are not permitted.

Question 8

Are Pets allowed?

Accepted Answer

No. Unfortunately we do not allow animals in our campers.

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Frequently asked questions

Am I allowed Off-Road or on the Beach?

Where can I take your 4WD ?

Are there specific conditions for Beach use?

Do you offer One-Way Rentals?

Are the any Age Restrictions?

Can I drive with an international driver licence?

Do I need a full driver licence?

Are Pets allowed?

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