On average, car rentals in Taree cost around AUD $128.19 per day, with the lowest-priced rentals available from AUD $104.19 per day.
Time your trip right. Prices jump during school holidays and Christmas. For the best deals, aim for May to August. February is also a sweet spot with great weather but lower demand.
Don't overdo it on the car. A standard car is fine for most roads in the Manning Valley, so you probably don't need a big SUV. Also, compare rates, as a weekly rental can sometimes be cheaper per day than booking for five or six days.
Watch out for the add-ons. Fees for an extra driver can sneak up on you, but some companies let you add your spouse or partner for free. Just be aware that one-way rentals to another city usually have an extra fee.
Before you return the car, fill up the tank in Taree. Petrol prices are often a bit higher in the smaller country towns you'll be exploring.
Book a rental car to visit:
Forster/Tuncurry – beaches, lakes, The Lakes Way
Ellenborough Falls – waterfall, rainforest
Crowdy Bay National Park – Crowdy Head, beaches
Manning Valley Hinterland – Wingham, Tinonee, farm gates
Barrington Tops – Gloucester
Great Lakes Region – Pacific Palms, lakes