Car Hire Port Macquarie, NSW

Distances between attractions at Port Macquarie can be far. So to fully enjoy all the Port Macquarie has to offer (like its many beaches and quirky country towns), it's best to hire a car to take you on your adventure.

Whether you need a people-mover or an environmentally-friendly vehicle, you'll find a multitude of car types on Turo to suit your needs and express your individuality.

Electric cars:

7 seaters and people movers:

Vans:

Utes:

Exotic and luxury car hire:

Vintage Cars:

Sports Cars:

You'll find many pick up points offered by Turo hosts. Some of the most convenient and popular locations include Port Macquarie downtown, Lake Cathie, and Port Macquarie Airport. Some might even offer delivery to a custom location of your choice.

Port Macquarie Airport (PQQ):

If you’re coming from overseas, the closest international airports to Port Macquarie include Sydney Airport and Brisbane Airport.

New South Wales (NSW):

Looking for a luxury vehicle to spice up your romantic getaway or a people-mover to make your family holiday more comfortable? With a multitude of options like long-term car hire and holiday car hire, you can find the perfect car for any occasion on Turo.

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With over 17 spectacular beaches, shimmering waters and pristine sand are the hallmarks of Port Macquarie's scenery. You'll find a mixture of family-friendly patrolled beaches, rolling waves for surfers, and secluded spots for some calm solitude. Here are some of the most popular spots to visit:

Pilot Beach

Rocky Beach

Town Beach

Nobbys Beach

Miners Beach

Flynns Beach

Lighthouse Beach

While Port Macquarie itself boasts a multitude of attractions, you'll find plenty to do in the surrounding areas as well. Just take a short drive out of town and you'll find yourself immersed in lush forests, stunning waterfalls, and breathtaking coastal views.

Ellenborough Falls: Standing at a height of 200 metres, Ellenborough Falls is one of the tallest single-drop waterfalls in the southern hemisphere. Be inspired by this impressive force of nature as you observe the cascade of water from multiple vantage points.

Old Bottlebutt (Burrawan State Forest): Nestled within the lush foliage of Burrawan State Forest, Old Bottlebutt is a true testament to the beauty and resilience of nature. It's believed to be over 200 years old and boasts a girth of around 16 metres. Take a leisurely stroll along the charming walking track that leads to the majestic tree which sits against the backdrop of the tranquil forest.

Nearby national parks: From picturesque scenery to outdoor activities, the national parks near Port Macquarie offer endless possibilities for nature enthusiasts. Whether you're up for a challenging hike, a relaxing picnic, or simply bird-watching, you won't be disappointed here.

Crowdy Bay National Park: Located near the coast, this national park is an ideal spot for hiking, beach camping, or even a day picnic.

Limeburners Creek National Park: Enjoy the coastal views and surfing at this beachside retreat. Campers have a good selection of options, including Melaleuca and Point Plomer campgrounds.

Sea Acres National Park: Soak up the varied scenery of Sea Acres National Park with a walk through the Sea Acres Rainforest Boardwalk or Port Macquarie Coastal Walk.

Bago Bluff National Park: Experience one of the best views of Hastings Valley as you hike up the various trails in this area.

Kumbatine National Park: Enjoy a scenic drive through Kumbatine National Park and surround yourself with the serenity of its lush forest.

Middle Brother National Park: Spend your day picnicking and enjoying leisurely walks at the home of two of Australia's largest blackbutt trees and Middle Brother Mountain.

Werrikimbe National Park: Don't miss the World heritage-listed Gondwana rainforest, which you can explore on foot or through scenic 4WD trails.

Hat Head National Park: Explore the smoky cape lighthouse along with several breathtaking coastal tracks to explore in this area. Can't finish it all in a day? Why not stay at smoky cape campground?

Dooragan National Park: If you're heading up from Sydney to Port Macquarie, don't forget to visit the North Brother Mountain lookouts (Laurieton Lookout and Don Johnstone Lookout), which offer some of the most magnificent views of Australia's east coast.

Arakoon National Park: Some of the highlights in this area include whale watching, swimming, and beachside camping. Don't forget to stop by the historic Trial Bay Gaol as well.

Other nearby areas: Some other areas worth visiting in the Port Macquarie area include:

Wauchope: This charming little former timber milling town is only 20mins away by car from Port Macquarie. Take the steam train through the lush rainforests and arrive back in the village to learn more about the town's rich history.

Laurieton: Just 40km south of Port Macquarie, Laurieton offers visitors the chance to discover the natural beauty of New South Wale's mid-north coast with its stunning beaches and lush rainforest.

Comboyne Plateau: Vast green pastures surrounding the quiet town of Comboyne will leave you with the peace and tranquillity that's often missing from modern life.

Grand Pacific Drive: With picturesque views of the Pacific Ocean, the scenic drive takes you through multiple beaches, charming seaside towns, rolling green hills, and dramatic cliffs. Make your trip even more memorable by visiting the Kiama coastal walk for a leisurely stroll or get your heart pumping flying down the highest zipline in Australia at Illawarra Fly Treetop Adventures.

Ocean Drive (Lake Cathie): Cruise along Ocean Drive and be swept away by the stunning panoramic views of the oceanic blue waters. Along the way, stop by the saltwater lake of Lake Cathie. If you're lucky, it opens up to the sea every so often, making it an ideal spot for swimming.

The Oxley Highway: This 446km stretch of road lies between Port Macquarie on the coast to the inland town of Coonabarabran. It offers breathtaking views of mountains, forests, and vibrant countryside landscapes, making it a popular route for both motorbike enthusiasts and road trippers who enjoy the open road.

Thunderbolts Way: Zigzag through the 305km mountainous drive of Thunderbolts Way to experience an undulating ride that will bring you to the edge of your seat. You'll also find fishing spots and relaxing picnic areas along the way. If you're in Port Macquarie, you can start from Walcha and head towards Gloucester for the most scenic sections.

To book a car on Turo in Port Macquarie, you must create a Turo account, be 21 years old or older, have a valid 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.*

On your Account page, make sure you’ve checked the box to receive email notifications, and enable push notifications from the Turo app in your phone settings — we’ll send you occasional promotions, discounts, and deals on car rental alternatives in Port Macquarie!

Additionally, frequent travellers on Turo can get rewarded with the loyalty bonus — earn a promo code for one bonus day when you take trips totalling 10 days in a 90-day period!**

Yes, many Turo hosts in Port Macquarie offer discounted prices when you book trips lasting 3+, 7+, or 30+ days. Additionally, hosts can offer “early bird” discounts for Port Macquarie trips booked a week or more in advance. So, get the best deals and lowest rates possible by booking longer trips, at least a week in advance.

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Some hosts offer unlimited for a trip; others set a daily distance limit. On the vehicle pages, you’ll see the total miles or kilometres you’re allowed to drive under the heading “Distance included.” You can find cars offering unlimited mileage with every trip by using the “Unlimited distance” filter.

Turo accepts most credit cards issued by major financial institutions, including American Express and Discover cards, as well as debit cards with a Visa or Mastercard logo that are linked to a checking account.

Apple Pay and Google Pay on mobile devices are also accepted, but Turo does not accept cash or checks as valid payment methods.

You can cancel and get a full refund up to 24 hours before your trip starts. If you book a trip with less than 24 hours’ notice, you have one hour after booking to cancel free of charge. If you cancel after the free cancellation period ends, you will be charged a small cancellation fee.

Under the enhanced cleaning policy, hosts are required to clean and disinfect their vehicles thoroughly before every trip, so you can feel safe and comfortable behind the wheel. Turo hosts have access to training materials on enhanced safety measures and cleaning practices to help prevent the spread of COVID-19 or other viruses.

No. Unlike rental car companies, Turo is a peer-to-peer car sharing marketplace where you can book directly from trusted local car owners in the US, UK, Canada, and Australia. Turo does not own any vehicles — Turo hosts share their own personal cars and set their own prices, discounts, vehicle availability, and delivery options.

There is no fee or additional charge for adding a driver to your trip on Turo. Only the guest who booked the trip can request to add drivers; Turo hosts cannot do it for you. We encourage you to request to add any additional drivers before your trip starts, though guests in the US, Canada, and Australia can request to add a driver while a trip is in progress.

To speed up the process, have your additional driver create a Turo account and get approved to drive before you request to add them. All drivers must have a valid driver’s licence and meet the age requirements for the car you’ve booked. You can request to add drivers via the “Trips” tab in the Turo app without additional driver charges or extra costs.

On Turo, you can't hire a car on your Ps in Australia. To hire a car on Turo, you must have a valid full license - no provisional or conditional licenses are accepted.