Best value picks for families
In the Caravan Industry Association of Australia's State of Industry 2025 Report, the family market remained the cornerstone of the caravan and camping industry, representing the largest segment of travellers.
Families continued to prioritise domestic travel in response to economic conditions, reinforcing their importance to the industry. But this lifestyle can come at a cost. RVs that can accommodate a family are expensive. So we’ve found five family-friendly RVs that are going to give you great bang for your buck.
Mars 15 Elite Triple Bunk
The name of this RV says it all. There’s a king-size bed for parents, and three extra-large bunk beds. This fully off-road and off-grid hybrid caravan is designed for adventurous families. Internal and external fridges cater for longer trips and larger families, as well as internal and external kitchens. The van also has a fully enclosed ensuite with a swivel cassette toilet. Its low-down design means it is simple to store under carports and inside garages between trips.
Price: $66,000+
Harvok Suit of Armour® 16 ft
The construction of this van means it is a single shell, which makes the vehicle a lot stronger, ensuring that you avoid maintenance whilst on the road. It’s narrow (at 2.2 metres), so it’s easy to manoeuvre around campsites and holiday parks and it comes in a family twin bunk model. With a 48V electric system, it’s great for off-grid – so all those little luxuries that families need (air conditioning for sleeping babies, access to cooking facilities, etc) are taken care of. Replete with bunks in the rear of the van and flexible floor plans, kids have their own space, and parents can relax knowing that the whole family is safe and secure.
Price: $80,000+
Signature Elite X
Designed specifically for the Australian environment, both on and off-road, this forward fold camper trailer is one of the most boutique-style campers on the market, and a dream for families who love being out in nature. With high-quality fittings and fixtures, it goes from compact trailer to two-bedroom holiday unit, with a fully enclosed annexe and an ensuite, in minutes. The annexe is a lifesaver when the kids are looking for somewhere to play when the weather is less than ideal. There is ample storage for the family’s luggage and accessories, and the four-burner pull-out gas cooker means that you can cook up hearty meals to fuel even more adventures. The five-year warranty also gives families peace of mind that they’ll be supported while on their adventures.
Price: $38,990
Jawa Infinity 15
The Jawa hard-top family caravan expands via an electric push button to create a lot of liveable space for families who love to camp in style. It has an internal bathroom and both internal and external kitchen facilities, which are very useful when camping with children. There’s also air conditioning, a Smart TV for when you all need downtime, and a comfortable lounging space. This mid-weight 15ft camper has a lithium battery plus an efficient solar setup with excellent water storage, which means it can handle extended time in off-grid areas.
Price: $80,100
Snowy River SRP-18F
The SRP-18F has a modern fitout which includes rear bunks, an L-shaped lounge, clever storage and extras like internal and external speakers, a picnic table and a rear safety camera.
It also has a full kitchen and bathroom facilities, and large windows, offering excellent views and great light inside the vehicle. Stay in parks, or go off-grid, with the solar panel and lithium battery system giving you greater flexibility when it comes to connectivity.
Price: $61,990
Snowy River SRP-18F—an easy-to-live-in option for families, with bunks, smart storage and the flexibility to stay in parks or go off-grid.
