A Cheap Car Hire in Darwin Can Make Your Holiday More Fun

Having grown from a pioneer outpost and a small port into one of Australia's most modern and multicultural cities, its proximity to Asia makes it an important Australian gateway to countries such as Indonesia and East Timor. But don't be fooled. It doesn't mean that if a city has a small population, it is less interesting.

Arm yourself with a set of wheels and get ready for a drive that will take your breath away. Let's start with the car because you can't drive a car if you don't have one, right? Find a car rental with VroomVroomVroom that will surely fit your style and your budget for a road trip adventure in nowhere else but Darwin.

Things to consider when hiring a car in Darwin

Restrictions - Because of the landscape of Darwin and the surrounding area, you may find that your rental car will come with some restrictions. In most instances, car rental agents will give you kilometre restrictions and also will not allow you to drive the car hire in some areas. It is always best to understand the terms and conditions of your rental, before you sign your contract.

Locations - You can choose from a number of locations in Darwin including Darwin Airport by choosing the airport location in our search box. Our new search form will make it easier for you to find a depot near your location. You can type in your address or hotel and get a list of car rentals available in your area. Click here to try it now! 

Book early - There are no major cities that are close by to choose to collect a vehicle from. Therefore, it is important to book your car hire in Darwin as soon as possible, so you get a great deal, when there are still many cars available. If you need to book a car hire in the last minute, don't worry about the rates because you are still guaranteed of getting the cheapest rates. Check out our price promise for more details. 

It is also important to know the traffic regulations in Darwin and the rest of Northern Territory before driving  your hire car. Click here for more information. 

If you need some assistance in booking a car hire in Darwin, feel free to Contact Us either via phone call, email or live chat. Our friendly customer service team are always available to help you and answer all your queries.

Travelling with the whole gang or family? We can also help you book a campervan hire in Darwin. Start comparing motorhomes and campervans to find the one that will best suit your budget and needs. You can now enjoy a fun road trip adventure in Darwin. 

VroomVroomVroom help people book rental cars in Darwin everyday. We also talk to people who have already returned their vehicles and thought it would be a great idea to let you know what people say about our booking process.  Check out the Happy Customers section below.

Not short at all of attractions, the coastal city of Darwin has plenty of both spectacular 

views to see and a bounty of activities to have you coming back for more. Here's a list of super fun things to do in Darwin that we recommend

The Berry Springs Nature Park 

Turn west off the Stuart Highway about 47 km south of Darwin. Our destination is about 10 km along Cox Peninsula Road. The first stop: Berry Springs Nature Park.

 

During World War II, Berry Springs was part of a camp set up by the armed forces for the 100,000 personnel based in the area. And you can still see the remains of the huts and weirs that were built there.

 

Berry Springs Nature Park protects a large part of the Berry Creek catchment. Berry Creek starts from a number of springs, forms a small creek then reaches Darwin Harbour through a mangrove lined estuary. The park is an ideal area for recreational activities and is also a nice swimming spot. If you swim with goggles, you can see many small native fishes. If you're not into swimming, then you can enjoy food in shady picnic areas.

The Park is near Tjuwaliyn Hot Springs Park which is approximately 130 km from Katherine and 200 km from Darwin along the old Stuart Highway scenic route. The final 17 km into the Park is a four-wheel drive track and caravans cannot be taken into this Park.

The beautiful Butterfly Gorge provides shelter for thousands of Crow Butterflies. There are also rock pools, which are shaded by paperbarks thus making the area alluring for a refreshing swim.

This quiet gorge is located at the base of a low sandstone plateau and the rock faces offer beautiful shaded walks and stunning vista. Butterfly Gorge Nature Park is usually open from May to October each year.

 

The Reserve is located in Darwin's northern suburbs and can be entered via the Rapid Creek, Trower Road (Brinkin), Lee Point or Buffalo Creek Roads.

 

The beaches are surrounded by Casuarina trees and beautiful sandstone cliffs. Behind the beaches and dunes are the mangroves, monsoon vine thickets and paperbark forests. 

 

Offshore is Old Man Rock or the Dariba Nunggalinya which is registered as an Aboriginal sacred site. Fishing in the area is permitted but disturbing the rock in any way or the removal of shellfish at the site is strictly prohibited. You can also see World War II artillery observation posts that provide reminders of the area's wartime involvement.

 

The area is also a popular picnic spot because of plenty shades. There are also cycle paths throughout the reserve and along the main roads. Animals such as ospreys, brahimny kites, red-tailed black-cockatoos, cormorants and gulls can be seen along the dunes or soaring in the skies. And during low tide, a variety of marine lives in the rock pools are visible.

 

During the tropical summer, from October to April, swimming is not allowed due to box jellyfish being common at this time of the year. But here's an interesting detail: there is a stretch of beach, north of the Dripstone picnic area, where nudity is permitted within the signpost boundaries.

The Mindil Sunset Beach Markets is where you can get up, close and personal with the locals. Because Darwin is very humid, the markets are open in the winter months - April to October each year. There is ample parking spots to park your hire car, so you can shop all night without worrying about how to get it home.

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Other things to do in Darwin

The Deckchair Cinema

This place is  for the film buffs out there, or anyone really who loves spending some time outside under the stars. In the dry season, the Film Society put on a show so grab yourself a cushion, park up your Darwin rental car and relax under the stars with a good flick. 

 

Darwin's Natural Springs 

If you would prefer to enjoy natural springs there are a few located on the outskirts of Darwin. Due to some of the springs not being located on Gazetted roads, make sure your Darwin car hire can be driven to these roads beforehand.

Leanyer Recreational Park 

Enjoy an awesome fun filled day with your family or friends at the park. With both wet and dry activities, there really is something for everyone. The best news yet is that it is absolutely free!

Crocosaurus Cove 

Get ready for an adrenaline packed adventure at the Crocosaurus Cove. The kids will love this opportunity to see the Crocs up close and if you are feeling particularly brave, you can even take a dive with these magnificent beasts. Taking the drive out in your hire car to see the show is sight to remember.

Want to find out what else Darwin has to offer? Check out these awesome tours offered by Tourstogo.com.

 
With many of the Northern Territory's major attractions like Kakadu on Darwin's doorstep it's a great place to base yourself. You are sure to find many ways to fill your days whilst in Darwin and a good feed of fresh seafood is not hard to find either.

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Accommodation

If you are looking for a budget-friendly hotel in Darwin, then drive your car hire to Value Inn which is located along Mitchell Street. It is situated right in the city centre for easy access to numerous shops, restaurants, and pubs. You can also find a wide selection of Darwin hotels in Wotif.