Car Hire in Cairns
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We are an end-to-end service, here to make renting a car in Cairns simple and stress-free. We negotiate with car hire companies directly, so we can bring you the cheapest rental prices across a wide range of cars. In Cairns, we deal with both international and national brands, including Hertz and Redspot. In one simple search, we compare prices and give you all the information you need upfront — while the handy filters help you quickly find your ideal hire car.
To avoid hidden fuel costs, choose a car with a full-to-full fuel policy. As long as you top up the tank just before dropping the car off, you won’t be faced with any extra fuel charges. Don’t forget to look at the reviews and ratings left by previous customers next to each listing — so you get honest advice before you decide who to rent with. After all, we think being impartial is the best way to be.
Atherton Tablelands: Lying just west of Cairns are the Atherton Tablelands. The plateau is a great place to hike and bike, while being a gastronome’s paradise. Don’t miss Gallo Dairyland, the hippy town of Kuranda and the historic village for Herberton. Also, pay a visit to the Nerada Tea Plantation and discover how tea is grown and processed to make the perfect cup. After touring the plantation, sit back and relax with a Devonshire tea.
Tjapukai Aboriginal Cultural Park: Located 20 minutes out of Cairns, the Tjapukai Aboriginal Cultural Park gives you a fascinating peek into the culture and traditions of Australia’s Aborigines (believed to be one of the oldest living tribes in the world). The Tjapukai Cultural Centre offers shows by indigenous performers. During the day you can enjoy interactive exhibits, and by night a fire is lit and bush meat served to the haunting sounds of the didgeridoo.
Holloways Beach: Holloways Beach, a 15-minute drive from central Cairns, is a picturesque, tropical beach. Popular with locals, the shore is lined with restaurants, and its golden, sandy beach is shaded with coconut palms and gum trees. Enjoy the beach the Australian way with one of the many barbeques dotted along the sand. This beach can have jellyfish, so swim within the stingers net.
- In Cairns, you must always have your licence with you when driving. Your rental agreement should also be close to hand in case you’re asked for it.
- Most of the hire cars in Cairns have automatic transmission. You might be able to hire a manual, but it may be more expensive.
- When driving in Queensland, it’s common to see what are known as road trains – trucks hailing four or more containers. If you overtake one, make sure the road ahead is clear.