Carved by rivers, cloaked in temperate rainforest and ringed by mountains, Tasmania’s Western Wilds is a region built for slow travel. This relaxed 7 day round trip from Hobart keeps daily driving to 3 hours or less and focuses on time in nature. Walk to famous waterfalls under giant eucalypts, picnic beside deep glacial lakes, cruise through World Heritage wilderness, and watch for platypus at dusk. For weather, the west is wild year round. Summer and early autumn bring the mildest, driest conditions. Winter is beautiful but often cold and rainy, with brisk winds and frequent showers on the coast, so pack warm layers and waterproofs. This itinerary sticks to sealed roads suitable for an Apollo 2WD campervan and avoids long unsealed detours, keeping the pace easy and the scenery front and centre. 

Wild beaches, ancient rainforests, pink-granite peaks and glacial lakes await on this slower-paced Circle Tasmania itinerary. Designed for an Apollo 2WD camper van and beginning and ending in Hobart, this 10 day loop keeps most driving days under 3 hours so you can linger longer in national parks, stroll white-sand bays, watch for wombats at dusk and picnic beside mirror-still tarns. You will tick off icons like Freycinet, the Bay of Fires, Launceston’s Cataract Gorge, Stanley’s The Nut, Cradle Mountain and Strahan, with time to explore, breathe and truly soak up the scenery. 

Best time to go is late spring to early autumn when days are longer and generally drier, with average summer highs around the low to mid 20s Celsius. Autumn is crisp and clear, a favourite for hikers and photographers. Winter can be cold and rainy, especially on the wild West Coast, with mountain areas sometimes experiencing snow and icy conditions. Pack layers year round, plus a waterproof jacket and warm base layers for highland walks. A valid Tasmanian national parks pass is required to enter all national parks. At Cradle Mountain, private vehicles cannot access Dove Lake Road during shuttle operating hours, so most visitors use the shuttle bus. A separate shuttle ticket may be required unless it is included with certain passes. Always keep to sealed roads, with only short, well maintained access tracks into recognised campgrounds. 

Golden beaches, emerald rivers, volcanic peaks, world-class wineries and Art Deco elegance. This 17 day North Island campervan itinerary is designed for couples who want variety, romance and a little adrenaline – based on Britt and Mitch Worldwide’s adventure in the North Island in March.  

Starting and finishing in Auckland in a comfortable 2WD Apollo campervan, you’ll trace the coast to the Coromandel, swing south through Taupō and Tongariro, drift west to creative Whanganui and foodie Manawatū, city-hop to Wellington, sip and stargaze in the Wairarapa, then savour Hawke’s Bay sunrises before looping back via Hobbiton and the glowworm-lit caves of Waitomo. Expect short, scenic drive days, iconic activities, and hand-picked campgrounds perfect for two. For warm weather and long daylight hours, aim for late spring to early autumn, roughly November to March or April. Coastal waters are often calmer in summer and early autumn, but conditions vary by region, so check the marine forecast before planning sea-based activities. 

Golden beaches, geothermal wonders, forest zip-lines and west coast surf culture come together on this easy-to-love North Island route designed for a creative couple on the go. With short driving days, photogenic stops and plenty of time for adventure and recovery, this Apollo campervan itinerary loops from Auckland through the Coromandel, Waikato and Rotorua before returning to the city - based on an 8 day adventure Haz and Loz did in February.  

Expect the longest daylight from late spring through summer, with sea temperatures warmest from December to March. October and April can still be lovely for travel if you are happy with cooler swims. This journey shines year round thanks to hot pools, sheltered harbours and evergreen forests. Think sunrise on the east coast, sunset on the west, and a whole lot of moments in between worth sharing and remembering.