Best caravan covers in Australia: Our top picks

A caravan might spend its holidays travelling around Australia, but chances are it spends considerably more time sitting at home between trips. And that’s when constant exposure to sun, rain, dust, bird droppings, tree sap and other environmental nasties can start taking their toll.

If you’re lucky enough to have a shed or covered storage area big enough for your caravan, you’ve already got a substantial layer of protection. For everyone else, a caravan cover can be a relatively inexpensive way to protect what is probably one of the biggest purchases sitting in your driveway.

The problem is deciding which one to buy.

Caravan covers range from relatively inexpensive universal covers to premium models costing several hundred dollars. You’ll also encounter claims about waterproofing, breathability, UV protection and multi-layer construction, not to mention enough different sizes to make choosing the right cover more confusing than it probably needs to be.

To make things easier, we’ve compared six caravan covers available in Australia at different price points, looking at their materials, weather and UV protection, ventilation, access, fastening systems, warranty and overall value.

Quick answer: What are the best caravan covers in Australia?

If you don’t want to wade through all the details, these are our picks.

Caravan cover	Our pick	Protection	Access	Warranty	Price*
Camec Premium Caravan Cover	Best overall	Waterproof roof, breathable 4-layer sides	Roll-up zipped sides	4 years	$447
ADCO Olefin HD Caravan Cover	Best premium	Olefin HD roof, UV-focused protection	Zipped passenger side	3 years	$589
Aussie Traveller Caravan Cover	Best mid-range	UV 50+ roof, breathable sides	Side access	Check current warranty	$380
Weisshorn Heavy Duty Caravan Cover	Best budget	4-layer polypropylene, UV-stable	Four opening side panels	Check current warranty	$243
San Hima 4-Layer Caravan Cover	Best value for UV protection	UPF 50+, 4-layer construction	Dual zippers	1 year	$180
Wallaroo Caravan Cover	Best for easy access	UV-treated 300D polypropylene	Dual-zipped side	Check current warranty	$200

Our overall pick: The Camec Premium Caravan Cover offers a strong combination of weather protection, breathable sides, ventilation, easy access and a four-year warranty.

For caravans facing prolonged outdoor storage and serious sun exposure, we’d spend more on the ADCO Olefin HD. At the other end of the budget, the Weisshorn Heavy Duty packs a surprising number of useful features into a much cheaper cover.

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The best caravan covers in Australia

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#1. Camec Premium caravan cover – best overall

Best for: Caravan owners wanting a quality all-round cover for regular outdoor storage.

The Camec Premium gets our overall pick because it strikes a good balance between protection, practicality and warranty without being the most expensive caravan cover on our list.

Its construction is particularly suited to the competing demands of outdoor caravan storage. The roof is waterproof and UV-tested for Australian conditions, while the sides use four-layer breathable polypropylene. Ventilation flaps further encourage airflow, helping reduce the condensation and trapped moisture that can become an issue beneath poorly ventilated covers.

Getting into your caravan doesn’t mean stripping the entire cover off, either. The sides roll up using zips, while adjustable nylon straps at the front and rear help pull the cover into place.

Camec has also reinforced the corners and incorporated reflective material into them, while additional reinforced tabs and eyelets at the front and rear allow the cover to be tightened.

One of its biggest advantages over the cheaper covers, however, is the four-year warranty. That’s significant when you’re buying something specifically intended to spend its life exposed to the weather.

RVDaily verdict: For most caravan owners wanting more than a basic storage cover, the Camec Premium provides the best balance of protection, ventilation, access and warranty of the covers we’ve compared.

#2. ADCO Olefin HD caravan cover – best premium caravan cover

Best for: Long-term outdoor storage and caravans exposed to high levels of sun.

If your caravan spends months at a time sitting outdoors, the ADCO Olefin HD is the cover we’d look at when protection matters more than keeping the purchase price down.

The major difference is the material used across the roof. ADCO uses its Olefin HD fabric, which is designed with high UV exposure and long-term storage in mind. The manufacturer claims the material blocks 99.8 per cent of damaging UV rays. That’s particularly relevant in Australia, where UV exposure is as important a consideration as rain when choosing a caravan cover.

The sides use four layers of breathable polypropylene, while vents allow air to circulate beneath the cover. There’s a soft inner lining to reduce abrasion against the caravan and reinforced corners in areas more likely to experience wear.

Front and rear cinching systems help adjust the fit, with bottom buckles securing the cover underneath. Zippered entry panels on the passenger side allow access without removing it.

Interestingly, ADCO doesn’t simply promise complete waterproofing. Its Olefin HD roof is designed to bead water while remaining breathable, and the manufacturer acknowledges that some penetration can occur during heavy rain.

That’s not necessarily a disadvantage. A caravan cover has to manage both the water coming from outside and moisture trapped underneath it.

The ADCO Olefin HD is backed by a three-year warranty.

RVDaily verdict: If your caravan lives outside year-round, particularly in a sunny location, the extra investment in the ADCO Olefin HD becomes easier to justify.

#3. Aussie Traveller caravan cover – best mid-range

Best for: Buyers wanting to step above a budget cover without spending $400-plus.

Not everyone needs a premium caravan cover, and the Aussie Traveller occupies a useful middle ground.

The roof carries a UV 50+ rating, while the side panels are both water-resistant and breathable, allowing moisture to escape rather than sealing it beneath the cover. Mesh air vents further help with airflow.

Around the bottom is a heavy-duty reinforced skirt, with dual nylon clips and straps used to secure the cover. Aussie Traveller also describes the design as lightweight and easily adjustable. The range is available in several common caravan sizes from 14ft through to 24ft.

For us, its main appeal is where it sits in the market. It offers the UV protection, ventilation and secure fit we’d be looking for in a caravan cover without making the jump to the price of Camec Premium or ADCO Olefin HD.

RVDaily verdict: A sensible middle-ground option for caravan owners who want a recognisable RV brand and better protection without paying premium-cover prices.

#4. Weisshorn Heavy Duty caravan cover – best budget caravan cover

Best for: Buyers looking for an affordable full caravan cover with the important basics covered.

You don’t necessarily need to spend $400 or $500 to put a proper cover over your caravan. The Weisshorn Heavy Duty range is considerably cheaper than the premium covers above but still manages to include many of the features we’d consider important.

It’s constructed from four-layer non-woven polypropylene, with material described as UV-stable, waterproof and breathable.

Elastic hems, adjustable straps and buckles help secure it around the caravan, while four opening side panels provide access without requiring the entire cover to come off. The cover also uses interlocking seams and comes with a storage bag.

There are several sizes available. One thing worth paying particular attention to with Weisshorn is the distinction between roof length and overall bottom length, so check its measurement guide rather than ordering purely because you refer to your caravan as an “18-footer”.

Its lower price inevitably means it doesn’t offer the same premium materials or lengthy warranty as our top picks, but that’s also the point.

RVDaily verdict: If the priority is simply getting your caravan out from under constant sun, dirt and weather exposure without spending a fortune, Weisshorn is our budget pick.

#5. San Hima 4-Layer caravan cover – best value for UV protection

Best for: Budget-conscious buyers who still want a strong UV specification.

San Hima is another relatively inexpensive option, but its feature list makes it particularly interesting for Australian conditions. The cover uses four-layer non-woven fabric, with 300D material across the roof and reinforced sides. San Hima rates the cover at UPF 50+ for protection against UV.

The fabric is also described as waterproof and breathable, with built-in vents intended to allow moisture and heat to escape. Inside is a soft, non-abrasive surface designed to sit against the caravan without damaging its finish. Outside, reinforced corners and double-stitched seams target some of the areas most likely to suffer wear.

An elasticated hem combines with adjustable straps and hook-and-loop fastenings to hold the cover in place. Dual zippers provide access, and reflective strips improve visibility at night.

A storage bag is included, and the cover comes with a one-year warranty.

RVDaily verdict: San Hima packs a lot of features into a relatively affordable cover, particularly if UV protection is high on your priority list.

#6. Wallaroo caravan cover – best for easy access

Best for: Caravan owners who regularly need to get inside their van while it’s covered.

Anyone who has wrestled a caravan cover into place will appreciate why access matters.

The Wallaroo’s standout feature is a dual-zipped side that can be rolled up and secured when you want to enter the caravan. Better still, the cover can be fitted either way around, allowing you to position the opening on the side that suits your caravan door. It’s a simple feature, but potentially a very useful one if you regularly duck into the van while it’s sitting at home.

The cover itself uses UV-treated 300D polypropylene with a reflective outer coating and smooth protective inner coating. Double-stitched seams add reinforcement, while elasticised front and rear hems and adjustable underside straps with quick-release clips hold it in place.

There’s also a particularly broad size range, stretching from 10-13ft through to 23-26ft.

RVDaily verdict: If easy access is one of your biggest frustrations with caravan covers, Wallaroo’s reversible dual-zip arrangement is a clever solution.

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How we chose these caravan covers

There is an important distinction between a product review and a buying guide like this one. RVDaily has not personally long-term tested every caravan cover on this list. Our recommendations are based on researching and comparing products currently available to Australian caravan owners.

We looked particularly closely at:

• UV and weather protection
• Breathability and ventilation
• Materials and construction
• How the cover is secured
• Access while the caravan is covered
• Available sizing
• Warranty
• Price and overall value
• Features that genuinely differentiate one cover from another

We also deliberately included caravan covers across different price points rather than assuming the most expensive product is automatically the right choice for everyone.

What to look for when buying a caravan cover

UV Protection

Australia’s sun is one of the biggest reasons to consider covering a caravan in the first place.

Prolonged UV exposure can affect exterior finishes, plastics, rubber seals and other exposed components, so look for covers that specifically state their UV protection rather than simply describing themselves as “weather resistant”.

Some manufacturers provide an actual rating. Aussie Traveller specifies a UV 50+ roof, for example, while San Hima lists UPF 50+ protection and ADCO makes a specific UV-blocking claim for its Olefin HD material.

Waterproof vs breathable caravan covers

It sounds logical that the best caravan cover should simply be 100 per cent waterproof but it’s not quite that straightforward. Keeping rain off your caravan matters, but so does allowing trapped moisture and condensation to escape.

A completely sealed cover with poor ventilation can potentially create a damp environment underneath. That’s why you’ll see so many quality caravan covers combining water-resistant or waterproof roof materials with breathable side panels, air vents or both.

Camec Premium, for example, uses a waterproof roof with breathable four-layer sides. Aussie Traveller combines its UV-rated roof with water-resistant breathable side panels and mesh vents.

When comparing waterproof caravan covers, we’d therefore look at how the cover deals with condensation as well as how it deals with rain.

Get the fit right

A loose caravan cover isn’t simply untidy. Excess fabric moving around in the wind can rub against the caravan, while a cover that’s too small can put unnecessary pressure on corners and fittings.

Look for adjustable straps, elasticated hems and other systems that allow you to pull the cover securely into place. It’s also worth checking for reinforced corners or other protection around high-wear areas.

Zipped door access

Do you regularly get something out of the caravan between trips? Being able to open the door without removing the cover can become one of those seemingly small features you’re very glad you paid attention to.

Most of the covers in our comparison provide some form of zipped access, although the design differs between brands.

Straps and wind protection

A caravan cover needs to remain securely fitted when the weather turns ugly. Adjustable straps beneath the caravan, buckles, elastic hems and front or rear cinching systems all help reduce movement.

Whatever cover you buy, take the time to fit and tension it correctly. Leaving metres of loose fabric flapping against your caravan defeats much of the purpose of covering it.

Reinforced corners

Caravans aren’t smooth boxes. Corners, awning hardware and other fittings can create pressure points against a cover, particularly when wind causes movement. Reinforced corners, stronger seams and protective inner surfaces are therefore worth looking for.

Weight and ease of installation

This one shouldn’t be underestimated. A technically brilliant caravan cover isn’t much use if putting it on becomes such an ordeal that you stop using it.

Large caravan covers are bulky. Some premium 18-20ft covers weigh more than 13kg before you even start trying to manoeuvre them over a caravan roof. Consider where you’ll store the cover and whether you’ll normally have another person around to help fit it.

What about pop-top caravan covers?

If you own a pop-top, don’t assume a standard full-height caravan cover is your best option. Dedicated pop-top caravan covers are available with dimensions designed around the lower profile of these vans.

Several of the brands above offer them.

Are caravan covers worth it?

That depends largely on where your caravan is stored. If your van already lives inside a fully enclosed shed, there’s considerably less reason to add another cover. But if it’s sitting outside for months between trips, a cover provides another barrier between the caravan and UV, rain, dust, bird droppings, tree sap and other environmental exposure.

There are downsides.

Covers take time and effort to fit. Poorly fitted covers can move in the wind. Moisture needs somewhere to escape. And getting a large cover over a tall caravan isn’t everyone’s idea of an enjoyable Sunday afternoon.

If you’re still wondering whether the whole exercise is worth the trouble, we’ve previously taken a very practical look at how easy they are to put on in Caravan Covers: Are They Worth the Hassle?

If you’ve already decided the answer for your setup is yes, the next priority is buying one that fits properly and provides the right combination of UV/weather protection and breathability.

How much should you spend on a caravan cover?

You can easily spend anywhere from roughly $150 to more than $500 on a full caravan cover, depending on the size, materials and brand.

As a rough guide:

Budget covers – under $200: These can still offer multi-layer construction, UV protection, breathable material and zipped access. Weisshorn and San Hima demonstrate that a basic cover doesn’t necessarily mean a glorified tarp.

Mid-range covers – around $200–$350: Expect established RV brands, stronger construction and a combination of UV, weather and ventilation features. Aussie Traveller sits comfortably in this part of the market.

Premium covers – $350+: This is where you’ll find products such as Camec Premium and ADCO Olefin HD, with more sophisticated materials and longer warranties.

How much you should spend depends on how your caravan is stored. If it’s under a carport and you mainly want protection from dust and indirect weather exposure, a budget cover may be perfectly adequate.

If a $100,000 caravan is sitting completely exposed to Queensland sun 365 days a year, spending several hundred dollars on a higher-spec cover starts looking considerably more reasonable.

Which caravan cover should you buy?

For a caravan stored outside regularly, the Camec Premium Caravan Cover is our pick for most buyers. Its combination of waterproof roof protection, breathable sides, ventilation, practical access and four-year warranty justifies spending more than you would on an entry-level cover.

If your caravan faces particularly high UV exposure or long periods of outdoor storage, we’d step up to the ADCO Olefin HD.

And if you’re simply looking for an affordable way to protect a caravan between trips, the Weisshorn Heavy Duty offers a lot of the important features for substantially less.

Whichever one you choose, we’d prioritise three things over marketing buzzwords: the right fit, good UV/weather protection and enough breathability to manage moisture underneath the cover.

A caravan cover isn’t going to be the most exciting accessory you ever buy for your van. But if your caravan spends most of its life sitting outside waiting for the next trip, it may be one of the more practical ones.

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