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Hobart, Tasmania
Hobart is the bustling capital of Tasmania. It’s a beautiful blend of natural beauty, rich heritage, and a booming arts scene. Hobart’s weather definitely favours the spring, with average temperatures ranging between 12-16°C. Spend Saturday at Salamanca Market, browsing fresh produce, local art and seasonal flowers. Drive up kunanyi/Mount Wellington for spring wildflowers and sweeping views across the River Derwent. Art lovers can catch the latest exhibitions at MONA (Museum of Old and New Art), while foodies will delight in fresh-oyster platters and pinot noir at waterfront restaurants.
Distance & travel time : Hobart is about 650 km (an hour’s flight) from Melbourne or a 20-minute drive from Hobart Airport. With a maui branch in Hobart itself, you're able to start your spring Tasmanian journey right from the city centre.
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history buffs and art lovers
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foodies and market-goers
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photographers seeking spring colours
Margaret River, Western Australia
Spring in the south-west is the wildflower season. Rolling vineyards wake from winter, making cellar-door visits at Margaret River Wine Region even more picturesque. Sample chardonnay and cabernet sauvignon paired with local truffle tastings. Tour Lake Cave and Mammoth Cave in the morning light, then catch uncrowded waves at Gnarabup. Local gourmands can plan around the Gourmet Escape in early November for food-and-wine masterclasses.
Distance & travel time: Margaret River is about a three-hour flight to Perth plus a three-hour drive south, or a direct 14-hour drive from Melbourne. With the Perth maui branch only a 3-hour drive, Margaret River is one of the best day trips from Perth and an easy stopover on a longer Western Australian road trip.
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wine and foodies
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cave explorers and surfers
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wildflower lovers
For more on Margaret River, indulge in regional flavours with our A Foodie’s Guide to Margaret River.
Gold Coast, Queensland
Spring is the ideal time to visit this beach haven. There’s no need for that mid-summer dash across the boiling hot sand. In spring, you can enjoy spending time on the beaches swimming while the water is still warm and the days are creeping longer into the evenings. Families can take advantage of off-peak theme-park deals in September and October. Don’t miss the Gold Coast Whale Festival in September for live music and beachside fun.
Distance & travel time: You can fly into Brisbane and enjoy a one-hour drive south on the Pacific Motorway, or fly direct into Gold Coast Airport and be on the sand within 20 minutes. With the closest maui branch in Brisbane, about an hour north, it makes an easy day trip down the coast in your motorhome.
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beach lovers and families
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adventure seekers and wildlife fans
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café-hoppers and spa-goers
For more of what the Gold Coast has to offer, explore Queensland’s most spectacular natural reserves in our Best National Parks in Queensland guide.
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Yarra Valley, Victoria
Just an hour from the city, the Yarra Valley bursts into bud in spring. Take a dawn hot-air balloon flight over patchwork vines, then head to cellar-doors at Domaine Chandon, Yering Station or De Bortoli to taste vibrant sparkling and whites. Cycle quiet back roads stopping at farm gates for strawberries and asparagus. Go ballooning over the Yarra Valley to see its beauty or in October you can catch the Mount Donna Buang Wildflower Festival, where rhododendrons and azaleas fill the trails.
Distance & travel time: Yarra Valley is about 65 km (60 minutes) north-east of Melbourne. With Melbourne only an hour away, collecting your maui motorhome from the Melbourne maui branch and making your way out for the weekend or longer is frictionless and simple.
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wine enthusiasts and foodies
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cyclists and balloon-ride seekers
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flower-festival fans
For the Yarra Valley, see the Guide to Exploring Yarra Valley for vineyard tours, gourmet dining and scenic highlights.
Port Douglas, Queensland
Port Douglas enjoys warm, dry days in spring, perfect for Great Barrier Reef snorkeling. Snorkel colourful coral gardens and swim among tropical fish while visibility peaks in October and November. Back on shore, explore Macrossan Street’s boutiques, then wander Four Mile Beach at sunset. For rainforest magic, take the Skyrail Rainforest Cableway from Cairns or book a guided night walk in the Daintree to see glowing insects and tree frogs.
Distance & travel time: Port Douglas is about 2 800 km (three-hour flight) from Melbourne to Cairns plus a one-hour drive north. And for travellers who champion the van travel experience, with a maui branch in Cairns, only an hour's drive away, it makes for an easy weekend adventure or addition to your East Coast adventure.
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reef snorkellers and divers
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beach lovers and photographers
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rainforest explorers
For more on Port Douglas, discover curated experiences in our Romantic Things to Do in Port Douglas article.
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Spring months Australia
Spring in Australia runs from September to November. As Australia comes out of winter, you’ll notice days lengthening and temperatures steadily climbing, though conditions vary widely from state to state.
Southern states (Victoria, Tasmania, South Australia)
Spring days in Victoria, Tasmania and South Australia tend to be mild and sunny, with daytime temperatures usually between 16 °C and 22 °C. From mid September the countryside comes alive as wildflowers burst into bloom, reaching their peak in October when paddocks and roadside verges are awash with colour. Early October brings the start of daylight saving, giving you extra daylight hours to explore national parks, coastal trails and garden festivals well into the evening.
Western Australia (Perth to Margaret River)
In Western Australia spring is a true wildflower spectacle – from late August through October everlastings, kangaroo paws and orchids carpet the paddocks and coastal headlands. The steady sea breeze off the Indian Ocean keeps afternoon temperatures a few degrees cooler than inland, making it ideal for lazy beach days, vineyard picnics and long walks among the vines of the Margaret River region.
Queensland and the tropics (Gold Coast, Port Douglas)
As the dry season winds down, spring on the Gold Coast and in Port Douglas brings clear skies and warm days hovering around 25 °C to 30 °C. Underwater visibility on the Great Barrier Reef reaches its peak in October and November, offering snorkellers and divers perfect conditions. Humidity starts to climb toward December, so spring is the prime window for reef cruises, rainforest walks and beachfront strolls before the summer wet season arrives.
Ready for a spring adventure?
Spring in Australia is a magical time, and there's no better way to embrace it than by hitting the road with an Australia road trip. Whether you're planning a weekend getaway or a month-long exploration, spring is the perfect time to explore. If you’re wondering what to pack or how to choose the right motorhome, as well as any other essential tips for motorhome holidays in Australia, the maui blog, with its wealth of information, is always there to help. So, what are you waiting for? Pack your bags, rent a travel van from maui online today or from your closest maui branch, and set off for an unforgettable Aussie spring journey.