Camping & motorhome travel
Plan your motorhome or caravan journey easily on goferry. Following the retirement of bundled camping on board packages across major Adriatic routes, our booking system helps you combine vehicle transport with the right cabin or seating options.
No. Following the retirement of traditional camping on board services by major Adriatic carriers, vehicles are parked in closed garages where access is strictly forbidden once the ship departs.
What you need to know for your journey:
Pack essential items separately: You must bring everything you need for the 16-32 hour crossing (medicine, clothing, toiletries, and pet supplies) in your hand luggage before leaving the garage
No garage entry underway: Ship garages remain locked throughout the voyage for maritime safety and security reasons. You will not be able to return to your camper until the ship arrives at the destination port and the disembarkation call is announced
Select passenger accommodation: Since staying in your vehicle is no longer permitted, you must book a separate passenger accommodation - such as a private cabin, air-seat, or deck ticket - when securing your vehicle space on goferry
No. Under international maritime safety regulations, passengers are strictly prohibited from remaining in vehicle garages or staying inside their campers while the ship is at sea.
Key guidelines for motorhome travel:
Closed garage decks: Vehicles are parked in secured garage areas that are locked immediately following departure for safety and fire prevention
Passenger accommodation required: All travelers must book designated passenger accommodation on board - such as a private cabin, reserved air-type seat or deck passage - for the duration of the voyage
Separation of vehicle & passenger tickets: When booking on goferry, simply select your camper or caravan dimensions under the vehicle options, then choose your preferred passenger accommodation
Even though traditional bundled camping deals have been retired, you can still save significantly on your vehicle and passenger fares when booking through goferry.
Ways to save on motorhome & caravan bookings:
Automobile & camper club discounts: Members of recognized auto and camping associations - such as ADAC, ÖAMTC, NKC, or ANWB - can receive a discount on their vehicle fare. Simply select your club membership during the search process on goferry to apply the discount automatically
Early booking discounts: Secure your vehicle and cabin space early in the season to take advantage of operator early bird offers, which typically yield the largest savings on long-distance routes
Flash & seasonal promotions: Keep an eye out for seasonal sales and limited-time promotional offers released by ferry carriers throughout the year
No. The camping all-inclusive promotions offered in previous years have been discontinued across all major ferry operators. Vehicles and cabin accommodations must now be booked as separate selections.
Benefits of the current motorhome booking structure:
Expanded garage availability: The transition away from dedicated camping decks allows ferry operators to offer expanded garage space, making it much easier to secure vehicle spots on your preferred travel dates
Competitive rates: Unified garage space has streamlined transport fees for motorhomes, campervans, and caravans, keeping base vehicle fares highly competitive
Early booking savings: You can maximize your savings by booking on goferry during the early booking period (typically running through the end of February), which applies significant discounts to both vehicle and cabin fares
With garage decks closed during the crossing, you can choose from several passenger accommodation options based on your comfort preferences and whether you are traveling with pets.
Accommodation & pet options on goferry:
Standard cabins: Booking a private inside or outside cabin is the most comfortable alternative for overnight crossings. Since garage access is restricted, cabins have become the most popular accommodation on Adriatic routes and sell out quickly
Pet cabins: If you are traveling with a pet, you can book a dedicated pet-friendly cabin so your pet can stay with you in your room throughout the voyage
Deck passage or air-type seats: A budget-friendly option where you relax in airplane-style seats or open lounge areas during the voyage
Kennel storage for pets: If you do not book a pet cabin, your pet can be placed in one of the ship's onboard kennels (boxes)
Open decks for pets: Pets are also allowed to stay with you on open-air passenger decks, provided they remain on a leash at all times
Historically, camping on board allowed passengers traveling with a camper or caravan to sleep in their vehicle parked on an open garage deck during the crossing. This service has been retired on all Adriatic routes from Italy to Greece, but alternatives and select routes remain available.
Current status & booking guidance:
Italy to Greece routes: Traditional camping on board is no longer available. However, overall trip costs remain balanced: the vehicle rate in closed garages is reduced, compensating for adding a cabin or seat fare. This shift also increases garage availability on popular travel dates
Available routes: You can still book camping on board on specific routes, such as Brindisi to Vlora (Italy to Albania) operated by Star Lines on the European Star vessel
Alternative options: Passengers on Italy - Greece routes can book closed garage vehicle transport alongside private cabin accommodations or standard deck passage through goferry
How to book: Search your desired route on goferry, enter your vehicle dimensions, and select your preferred cabin or seat accommodation to complete your booking
Generic travel platforms often treat campers, motorhomes, and caravans as standard vehicles, which can lead to booking errors, incorrect height categories, or denied boarding at the port.
Why booking with goferry makes the difference:
Specialized vehicle classification: Standard apps rarely distinguish between a commercial van, a campervan, or a towed trailer, which require specific garage height and deck clearances
Manual expert review: Our team manually reviews complex vehicle setups - such as vintage caravans, custom motorhomes, or multi-vehicle tows - to ensure your dimensions match exact operator requirements
Guaranteed port entry: By ensuring your vehicle dimensions and passenger accommodations are paired correctly, goferry prevents unexpected surcharges or turning-away issues during port check-in