Car Hire Tasmania, AUS

Considering the diverse landscapes and attractions Tasmania has to offer, hiring a car provides you with the freedom to explore at your own pace. Whether you're seeking the tranquillity of nature or the vibrant culture of cities, a car hire grants you the flexibility to immerse yourself in Tasmania's beauty and charm.

Ready to tackle the roads of Tasmania in style? With Turo, you can score the keys to your perfect ride with car hire types to suit every taste, including utes, luxury cars, SUVs, EVs and more. Plus, you can enhance your experience with optional add-ons such as baby car seats and GPS systems, tents and even kayaks.

Tasmania van hire:

7 seater cars and people movers:

4WD hire Tasmania:

Tap into the convenience of Turo's widespread car hire pick-up points across popular car hire locations in Tasmania, from St Helens and Strahan to Port Arthur. Turo makes it easy to get on the road in Tasmania, with delivery points located at all major airport locations including Devonport Airport and Burnie Airport (Wynyard Airport).

Hobart:

Hobart Airport (HBA):

Launceston:

Launceston Airport (LST):

Whether you're exploring the wonders of Tasmania on a holiday, planning a long-term stay, attending a formal event, or celebrating your special day, Turo's versatile car hire options ensure you have the perfect vehicle for every moment.

Holiday and travel car hire:

Long term car hire:

Formal car hire:

Wedding car hire:

If you're driving an electric vehicle (EV) or a traditional car, be aware of the availability of charging stations and petrol stations across Tasmania. This knowledge ensures a smooth journey, regardless of the type of vehicle you're driving.

Be aware that many petrol stations in regional parts of Tasmania close early (often at 5pm) and may be closed earlier on the weekends, too.

Tasmania's National Parks:

Freycinet National Park: Explore the beauty of the Tassie coast with east coast car hire. From Saint Helens to Coles Bay, take in the breathtaking coastal vistas and sandy shores.

Mount Field National Park: Hire a 4WD and experience lush rainforests, stunning waterfalls, and tranquil lakes.

Franklin-Gordon Wild Rivers National Park: Offering rugged wilderness, this national park is perfect for adventure seekers and those yearning for nature's untamed charm.

Tasmania's beaches:

Richmond:

The Tasman Peninsula (Port Arthur):

Whether you're an avid adventurer seeking untouched natural wonders or a traveller searching for hidden gems and cultural encounters, these are the best driving roads to explore in Tasmania.

Hobart to Dover:

The Hobart to Dover route, travelling along the Huon Highway, unveils the unmistakable charm of Tasmania's southern region. As you traverse this drive, which will take you a little more than 1.5 hours, the allure of Dover unfolds against the backdrop of Port Esperance Bay.

Stop for a snack at one of the tranquil picnic spots and watch as the commercial fishing boats search for salmon, abalone, and crayfish.

The Great Eastern Drive (The Tasman Highway):

This road trip (best navigated in a 4WD or SUV hire car) stretches approximately 176 kilometres, extending between Orford and St Helens. Whether you choose to experience it in a weekend, a week, or longer, the Great Eastern Drive's allure grows with the time you invest.

Travel from St Helens in the north or Orford in the south, tracing the road's gentle curves through wine country, beach towns, forests, and farmland. Immerse yourself in the world's best beaches, award-winning cool climate wines, regional produce, seafood, and famous national parks. Venture inland to explore valleys, waterfalls, and mountains, all while gazing upon the vast, endless expanse of the blue ocean.

Cradle Country (Devonport to Cradle Mountain):

The Great Western Tiers, also known as Kooparoona Niara, serve as the backdrop, giving rise to a protected World Heritage Area of mountains, valleys, lakes, and forests.

Discover Mole Creek Karst National Park's limestone caves and Mole Creek itself, home to a towering statue of the Tasmanian devil.

Tamar Valley (Launceston to Bass Strait):

Begin your voyage in Launceston, a city where the North and South Esk Rivers converge to create the Tamar Estuary.

As you traverse the Tamar's length, you'll uncover the intricate tidal rhythms of a fully saline estuary. This day's journey covers 70 kilometres inland, inviting you to discover the story of the Tamar, named after its counterpart in Cornwall, England.

To book a car on Turo in Tasmania, you must create a Turo account, be 21 years old or older, have a valid (unrestricted) driver’s licence, and get approved to drive on Turo. When you’re booking your first trip, you’ll go through a quick approval process by entering your driver’s licence and some other information. In most cases, you’ll get approved immediately, and you’ll be set for every future road trip, business trip, and family holiday!

No, you don’t need personal insurance coverage to book a car on Turo.

When booking a car in Australia, you’ll also choose between the Premier (if available), Standard, and Minimum protection plans. Each plan includes varying limits on financial responsibility for damage to a host’s vehicle. All trips include up to $20,000,000 (per event) in legal liability protection. Legal liability protection protects against damage to other people’s property and death or bodily injury (where the legal liability is not covered or capable of being covered by any statutory or compulsory scheme) as a result of an accident involving the vehicle. All protection is provided by Turo Travels Mutual.*