Do I need a special licence to hire a campervan in Florida?

For most travelers, a special licence is not necessary to hire a campervan in Florida. A valid driving licence is required, though, to operate any of our vehicles. If you are a non-EU citizen, an International Driving Permit (IDP) may be required in addition to your home country’s driving licence. Additionally, your licence must match the transmission type of the vehicle (manual or automatic). You can find more details about driving licence requirements here.

Are pets allowed in your campervans?

Yes, our campervans are pet-friendly. Just be sure to add the extra cleaning service when booking. This ensures a professional anti-allergy cleaning is carried out after your trip. Please note that only one pet is allowed per campervan, and it must not exceed 30kg in weight. Also, we are not liable for any legal fees related to traveling with pets. If you’re booking through our marketplace, check the “vehicle rules” section to confirm if the vehicle is pet-friendly.

How many people can sleep in a campervan?

The sleeping capacity of our campervans and motorhomes varies depending on the model and size. Our Class C motorhomes can typically accommodate 4 to 8 people, while our Class B campervans can sleep between 2 to 4 people. Vehicles equipped with a rooftop tent generally have space for around 2 people. For a full breakdown of our models and sleeping capacities, click here.

Where can I stay overnight in Florida with a campervan rental, and is it safe?

If you're exploring Florida in a campervan rental, it's essential to be aware of the country’s official camping regulations. Many natural areas are legally protected, so using designated overnight parking spots or official campsites is strongly recommended. This not only helps preserve the environment but also ensures a safe and enjoyable experience. For more guidance on safety and responsible camping, click here.

Is it safe to rent a campervan in Florida? What protection do I have?

We provide three different protection plans to cover any incidents or damages that might occur during your campervan rental. All Indie Campers campervans come with third-party vehicle insurance, and property damage coverage (which varies based on the country). For marketplace rentals, insurance options may differ depending on the host. For further details on campervan insurance, visit this page.

Can I rent a campervan near me?

Yes, our search filter makes it easy to rent a campervan close to your location by using a 60km radius system. Depending on where you're searching from, you can quickly find the nearest Indie Campers campervan rental pick-up centre.

Do your RV rentals in Florida come with unlimited mileage?

Yes, a selected number of Indie Campers RV rentals in Florida include unlimited mileage, allowing you to explore freely and make the most of your road trip! Please note that unlimited mileage applies exclusively to Indie Campers RVs and is subject to responsible use.

Campervan and RV Hire in Florida

Explore Florida With Us!

Embark on an RV hire in Florida with Indie Campers and explore the Sunshine State's diverse landscapes, from tropical beaches to wild swamps and theme park magic. Cruise the Keys along the Overseas Highway, discover the Everglades, or soak up the sun on Gulf Coast beaches from Tampa to Naples. Choose from our range of reliable RVs with unlimited miles, flexible one-way options, 24/7 online assistance, and practical extras like beach gear, BBQ kits, or child seats. Trusted by thousands of travellers and backed by 4.7-star reviews, Indie Campers is your perfect companion for Florida's endless sunshine and coastal adventures.

RV Road Trips Across Florida

Florida's road trip geography works on a logic that nothing else in the US network does. The state is flat: its highest natural point, Britton Hill in the Panhandle, sits at 105 metres above sea level, making it the lowest high point of any state in the country. There are no mountain passes to navigate, no elevation changes requiring chain controls, and no Sierra Nevada-style campground reservation wars that require a calendar alert six months in advance. What Florida offers instead is something fundamentally different: 2,170 km of coastline, the only subtropical ecosystem in the continental United States, the most extensive freshwater wetland system in North America, and a highway that ends in the ocean.

The Overseas Highway (US-1) runs 200 km from Florida City south through 42 bridges over open water to Key West, connecting 31 islands across the Florida Straits. The Seven Mile Bridge (GPS: 24.7046° N, 81.1254° W), completed in 1982 to replace the original 1912 Florida East Coast Railway bridge, spans 10.9 km between Knight's Key and Little Duck Key above the Strait of Florida. There is no other road in the US network where you drive on open water at sea level for this distance. That single piece of infrastructure is the reason most people put Florida on a campervan itinerary.

Florida by Sub-Area: Where to Go and What to Expect

The Florida Keys and the Overseas Highway

Everglades National Park and the Ten Thousand Islands

Central Florida: Space Coast, Springs, and the Interior

Nearest pick up centre: Miami
Distance across sub-area: Approximately 100 km (62 miles) from Miami north to Lake Okeechobee; 60 km west to the Everglades entrance at Shark Valley
Character: Miami sits at the northern edge of the subtropics at the junction of two distinct ecosystems: the Atlantic coastal ridge to the east, where the city sits on a limestone shelf 3-5 metres above sea level, and the Everglades to the west, where the same limestone shelf drops to 1-2 metres and water flows south in a slow, 80-km-wide sheet toward Florida Bay. The city itself is not a campervan destination in the urban accommodation sense; the depot serves as the logistical origin point for every southward and westward Florida itinerary, not as a camping destination within the city boundaries.

The immediate surroundings offer the clearest illustration of why the campervan works in South Florida. Everglades National Park (GPS: 25.2866° N, 80.8987° W) begins 60 km southwest of the depot via the Florida Turnpike and SR-9336. Biscayne National Park (GPS: 25.4824° N, 80.3314° W), covering 700 square km of mangrove, seagrass, and coral reef in the bay directly east of the Everglades, begins 40 km south of downtown Miami. The Florida Keys bridge at Homestead is 60 km from the depot via US-1. All three are reached before most travellers have finished their first morning coffee.

Best for: First-time Florida visitors using Miami as an international gateway before heading south to the Keys or west to the Everglades; travellers connecting from the Caribbean or South America via MIA; anyone for whom the Everglades is the primary destination
Best months: November through April for South Florida comfort; the summer humidity and mosquito density in the Everglades require genuine preparation (not prohibitive, but different from a winter trip)