18-Day East Coast Australia Road Trip Itinerary
Surf, Adventure, and Waterfalls
Australia’s East Coast is a playground for surfers, adventurers, and nature lovers. With epic waves, stunning national parks, and hidden gems, it’s the ultimate campervan road trip destination. Here’s a detailed 17-day itinerary that combines iconic surf breaks, off-the-beaten-path adventures, and breathtaking waterfalls. Perfect for those looking to soak up Australia’s east coast lifestyle!
Day 1: Pick Up and Head to Broken Head
Pick Up: Collect your campervan at Brisbane Airport.
Drive: Head south to Broken Head (approx. 2 hours).
Stay: Broken Head Holiday Park for quieter surf and a laid-back vibe. If you’re craving Byron’s nightlife, stay closer to Byron Bay.
Days 2-3: Surfing Around Broken Head and Byron Bay
Surf: Broken Head, Lennox Head, The Pass, and Tallow Beach (if northerly winds).
Stay: Continue at Broken Head Holiday Park.
Day 4: Angourie and Blue Pools
Drive: Head south to Angourie (approx. 4 hours).
Explore: Visit the Blue Pools for cliff jumping and swimming.
Surf: Angourie Point is renowned for world-class waves.
Stay: Lake Arragan Campground.
Day 5: Pottsville, Hastings Point, and Cabarita
Drive: Head north to explore Pottsville, Hastings Point, and Cabarita.
Surf: Pottsville and Hastings Point beaches, with Cabarita offering great conditions.
Stay: Pottsville or Kingscliff Caravan Park.
Days 6-7: Kingscliff and Tweed Coast
Surf: Kingscliff’s beach breaks, with back beaches for fewer crowds.
Days 8-9: Southern Gold Coast (D’bah, Snapper, Kirra)
Drive: Head to the Southern Gold Coast.
Surf: Duranbah (D'bah), Snapper Rocks, Kirra, and South Stradbroke Island (accessible by paddle).
Stay: Kirra Beach or Burleigh Beach caravan park.
Days 10-11: North Stradbroke Island
Adventure: Take the ferry to North Stradbroke Island for epic surf, crystal-clear water, and a laid-back vibe.
Surf: Point Lookout and Cylinders Beach.
Stay: Minjerribah Camping
Days 12-13: Sunshine Coast and Waterfalls
Drive: Travel north to the Sunshine Coast (approx. 2 hours).
Explore: Visit Baxter Falls in Flaxton and hike to Kondalilla Falls. Both offer stunning rainforest trails and refreshing swimming spots.
Surf: Wurtulla, Coolum, and Sunshine Beach.
Stay: Coolum Beach Holiday Park.
Days 14-15: Noosa Point Breaks and Noosa National Park
Surf: Noosa’s iconic points: First Point, Tea Tree Bay, and Granite Bay.
Explore: Hike through Noosa National Park for spectacular coastal views.
Stay: Noosa North Shore Retreat or camp at Inskip Point.
Day 16-17: Rainbow Beach and Double Island Point
Adventure: Drive to Rainbow Beach and Double Island Point.
Surf: Double Island Point is a hidden gem for uncrowded waves.
Stay: Inskip Point Camping.
Day 18: Return to Sunshine Coast
Drive: Head back to Sunshine Coast Airport (approx. 2 hours).
Optional Stops: Noosa, Coolum or Pt. Cartwright for a final surf
Additional Tips for Your Trip
National Parks: Plan ahead and book sites via the QLD Parks website. Some parks, like Cooloola and Inskip Point, require vehicle access passes.
HipCamps: Inland stays like Hidden Camp Pie Creek are great alternatives when coastal spots are busy.
Gear Up: Pack a portable toilet, water, and supplies for Teewah Beach and other remote spots.
Timing: Avoid school holidays for quieter beaches and campsites.
Why Choose Vamuz Campervans?
With a Vamuz campervan, you’ll enjoy the flexibility to explore iconic surf breaks, hidden waterfalls, and off-grid adventures. Whether it’s catching waves at Snapper Rocks or cliff jumping at Angourie’s Blue Pools, Vamuz has you covered for the ultimate East Coast road trip.
