Our Campervan & Motorhome Trips

Explore Aotearoa New Zealand in a Campervan!

Ready to hit the open road? Whether you’re chasing sunrise on a secluded beach or waking up beneath the shadows of the Southern Alps, New Zealand is best seen from the driver's seat.

At New Zealand Driving Holidays, we don’t just rent vehicles; we craft the ultimate road trip experience. From budget-friendly getaways to luxury escapes, we give you the keys to total freedom.

More Than Just a Rental

Planning a trip can be overwhelming, so let us handle the heavy lifting. When you book with us, you get:

  • FREE Personalised Itineraries: Expertly crafted routes to ensure you don’t miss a single hidden gem.

  • Discounted Activity Bundles: Get $100 NZD activity credit when you book your campervan such as Milford Sound or Hobbiton that make NZ famous.

Don't just see New Zealand—live it.

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Create Your Campervan Trip

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Time & Budget: How many days are you planning for your trip? What’s your budget?

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Number of Travellers: How many people will be traveling with you?

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Campervan Style: Are you looking for a self-contained campervan for your journey?

Why Book With Us?

  • The Largest Range in New Zealand: With 10,000s of vehicles to choose from, we offer the biggest selection in the country.

  • Price Beat Guarantee: Found a better deal? We’ll beat it. We’re committed to making your journey as affordable as possible.

  • The Perfect Fit: Whether you need a compact non-self-contained van for two or a spacious self-contained motorhome for the family, we’ll find the right match for your needs.

  • Local On-Ground Support: Travel with peace of mind knowing our NZ-based team is just a phone call away.

  • Total Protection: Choose from a variety of insurance options tailored to your comfort level.

Create Your Campervan Trip
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Both Islands Explorer

FREE Milford Sound Cruise for 20+ Days Hire

Auckland to Christchurch
Recommended days hire: 22

VEHICLE: 2 Berth

OPTIONS: 2 - 6 Berth Available

FEATURES: Double Bed | Shower | Toilet | Gas Cooker | Auto | Kitchen Kit | Dining Table | Microwave | Bluetooth | Sink | Fridge Freezer

  • Sleeps 2 adults 

    1 double bed – 1.90m x 1.70m 

    Personal kit, including bedding for 2

    Diesel engine

    70L fuel tank capacity

    Automatic transmission

    Power steering

    Cruise control

    Airbags

    Length: 7.05m - 7.20m 

    Width: 1.93m - 2.04m 

    Height: 2.80m - 3.20m 

    Interior height: 1.90m 

    Reversing camera 

    2 seatbelts in the driver’s cab  

    Radio, Bluetooth, USB 

    Driver’s cab air-conditioning and heating 

    Gas cooker 

    Microwave (operates when connected to mains power)  

    78L – 130L fridge with freezer 

    Sink 

    Hot & cold water 

    Kitchen kit (cooking utensils, pots & pans) 

    70L – 85L fresh water tank 

    55L – 104L waste water tank 

    Internal powerpoints, 12V socket and USB input 

    DVD Player with flat screen and HDMI input 

    Shower 

    Toilet 

    Heating (Gas, 240V or Diesel – cannot be requested)

  • Can be fully customised - contact us for suggestions

    Day 1 Auckland to Bay of Islands

    Day 2 Bay of Islands

    Day 3 Bay of Islands to Auckland

    Day 4 Auckland to Rotorua via Hobbiton

    Day 5 Rotorua to Tongariro

    Day 6 Tongariro to Wellington

    Day 7 Wellington to Nelson

    Day 8 Nelson to Abel Tasman

    Day 9 Abel Tasman

    Day 10 Abel Tasman to Punakaki

    Day 11 Punakaki to Franz Josef

    Day 12 Franz Josef

    Day 13 Franz Josef to Wanaka

    Day 14 Wanaka to Te Anau

    Day 15 Te Anau to Milford Sound

    Day 16 Milford Sound to Te Anau

    Day 17 Te Anau to Queenstown

    Day 18 Queenstown

    Day 19 Queenstown

    Day 20 Queenstown to Mount Cook

    Day 21 Mount Cook to Christchurch

    Day 22 Depart Christchurch

  • Note: These can be customised

    • Visit the Waitomo Glowworm Caves

    • Experience a traditional Māori hangi and concert

    • Take a soak in the pools at Polynesian Spa

    • Take a guided Art Deco walk in Napier

    • Visit Te Papa - our national museum

    • Cruise the Cook Strait on the Interislander Ferry

    • Enjoy wine tasting at one of the Marlborough region’s wineries

    • Explore the Abel Tasman National Park

    • Cruise the tranquil Milford Sound

FROM: $65-125 NZD Per Day, Per Person (Based on 2 Adults, low season travel).

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15 Day Campervan Hire (Self Contained) | Travel March 2027

Auckland to Christchurch
Recommended days hire: 15

VEHICLE: 2 Berth

OPTIONS: 2 - 6 Berth Available

FEATURES: Double Bed | Toilet | Gas Cooker | Auto | Kitchen Kit | Microwave | Bluetooth

    • LDV or similar 

    • Diesel engine 

    • 80L fuel tank capacity 

    • Automatic transmission 

    • Power steering 

    • Cruise control 

    • Airbags 

    • Length: 5.94m - 6.74m

    • Width: 2.06m 

    • Height: 2.88m 

    • Interior height: 1.90m 

    • Reversing camera 

    • 2 seatbelts in the driver’s cab 

    • Touchscreen display with radio,
      bluetooth, Android Auto/Apple
      CarPlay, USB-C in cab

    • Driver’s cab air-conditioning and heating 

    • Ask us for an example!

  • Note: These can be customised

    • Soak in the hot pools at Hanmer Springs

    • Visit Shantytown Heritage Park in Greymouth

    • Experience a glacier snow Landing

    • Enjoy a lake cruise to Moa Island in Wanaka

    • Enjoy a Skyline dinner and luge ride

    • Get your thrills on the Shotover Jet

    • Cruise the spectacular Milford Sound

    • Stargaze at Mt John Observatory

FROM: $285 NZD Daily (Based on 2 Adults).

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South Island inc. Activities

Christchurch to Christchurch
Recommended days hire: 14

VEHICLE: 2 Berth

ACTIVITIES: 4 included tours

FEATURES: King Bed | Automatic Transmission | Shower & Toilet | Fridge | Gas stove top | Hot water | Satellite TV

  • Mercedes Benz 2.2 ltr turbo

    Diesel powered - Tank capacity: 75 litres - Efficiency: Approx 9 litres per 100kms

    Power steering

    5-7 stage tiptronic automatic transmission

    Roof-mounted solar panels

    3 Seat belts throughout

    Water capacity 80ltr

    Waste water capacity 90ltr

    240 volt mains supply

    2 or 3-way, 65ltr Fridge/Freezer (12 volt / 240 volt / Gas)

    Gas stove top - 2 burner & grill

    Hot water (240 volt / Gas)

    Electric water pump for hot and cold water

    4.5kg Gas bottle (supplied full at pick-up)

    Satellite TV/DVD/USB/HDMI Input

    Shower and Toilet with Electric Flushes

    • Day 1 - Christchurch to Marlborough.

      Driving time: 4 hours 30 mins (332.0 km) via SH 1

    • Day 2 - Marlborough to Abel Tasman.

      Driving Time: 3 hours (178 km) via State Hwy 6

    • Day 3 - Abel Tasman Kayak & Golden Bay.

      Driving time: 1 hour 30 mins (76.8 km) via State Hwy 60

    • Day 4 - Golden Bay to Punakaiki.

      Driving time: 5 hours (322 km) via State Hwy 6

    • Day 5 - Punakaiki to Franz Josef.

      Driving time: 3 hours (222 km) via State Hwy 6

    • Day 6 - Franz Josef to Wanaka.

      Driving time: 4 hours (287 km) via State Hwy 6

    • Day 7 - Wanaka

    • Day 8 - Wanaka to Te Anau & Glowworm Caves.

      Driving time: 3 hours (227 km) via State Hwy 6 and State Hwy 94

    • Day 9 - Te Anau to Milford Sound & Cruise.

      Driving time: 4 hours (return) (240 km) via State Hwy 94

    • Day 10 - Te Anau to Queenstown.

      Driving time: 2 hr 3 min (171 km) via State Hwy 94 and State Hwy 6

    • Day 11 - Queenstown

    • Day 12 - Queenstown to Aoraki/Mount Cook.

      Driving time: 3 hours 20 min (263 km) via State Hwy 8

    • Day 13 - Aoraki/Mount Cook to Lake Tekapo.

      Driving time: 1 hr 12 min (104 km) via State Hwy 80 and State Hwy 8

    • Day 14 - Lake Tekapo to Christchurch & Departure.

      Driving time: 3 hours (226 km) via State Hwy 79 and SH 1

  • Note: These can be customised

    • Abel Tasman Kayak

    • Milford Sound Cruise

    • Queenstown Jet Boat

    • Te Anau Glowworm Caves & Cruise

FROM: $235 NZD Per Day (Based on 2 Adults, Low Season travel)

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North Island Campervan

Auckland to Auckland
Recommended days hire: 9

VEHICLE: 3 Berth

OPTIONS: 4 - 6 Berth Available

FEATURES: Double & Single Bed | Automatic Transmission | Fridge | Gas cooker | Cold water | Microwave

  • Diesel engine

    70L fuel tank capacity

    Automatic transmission

    Power steering

    Cruise control

    Airbags

    Length: 5.38m

    Width: 1.93m

    Height: 2.80m

    Interior height: 2.10m

    Reversing camera

    2 seatbelts in the driver’s cab, 1 seatbelt in the rear

    Radio, Bluetooth, USB, CD Player

    Driver’s cab air-conditioning and heating

    Sleeps 3 adults

    1 double bed (rear) - 2.00m x 1.20m

    1 single (top bunk) - 2.00m x 1.37m (max. weight 200kg)

    Personal kit, including bedding for three people

    Gas cooker

    Microwave (operates when connected to mains power)

    110L fridge with freezer

    Sink

    Cold water

    Kitchen kit (cooking utensils, pots & pans)

    Kettle and toaster

    Dining table

    12V battery / 240V mains

    48L fresh water tank

    53L waste water tank

    Internal powerpoints, 12V socket and USB input

    Porta-potti

    • Day 1 - Auckland to Bay of Islands

      Driving time: 4 hr 5 min (241 km) via SH 1

    • Day 2 Bay of Islands

    • Day 3 Bay of Islands to Auckland

      Driving time: 4 hr 5 min (241 km) via SH 1

    • Day 4 Auckland to Rotorua via Hobbiton

      Driving time: 3 hours (236 km) via SH 1

    • Day 5 Rotorua

    • Day 6 Rotorua to Napier

      Driving time: 2 hr 48 min (218 km) via State Hwy 5

    • Day 7 Napier to Taupō

      Driving time: 2 hr 8 min (144 km) via State Hwy 5

    • Day 8 Taupo to Auckland

      Driving time: 3 hr 23 min (271 km) via SH 1 and SH 1

    • Day 9 Auckland departure

  • Note: These can be customised

    • Bay of Islands Dolphin Cruise

    • Hobbiton Movie Set

    • Traditional Maori Cultural Performance and Dinner

    • Waitomo Glow Worm Cave Adventure

    • Geothermal Park

FROM: $76-195 NZD Per Day, Per Person (Based on 2 Adults, Low Season)

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New Zealand Both Islands

Auckland to Christchurch
Recommended days hire: 22

VEHICLE: 4 Berth - perfect for families!

OPTIONS: 2 - 6 Berth Available

FEATURES: 2 x Double Beds | Automatic Transmission | Fridge | Gas Cooker | Cold water | TV | Microwave

  • Sleeps 3 adults

    1 double bed (rear) - 2.00m x 1.20m

    1 single (top bunk) - 2.00m x 1.37m (max. weight 200kg)

    Personal kit, including bedding for three people

    12V battery / 240V mains

    48L fresh water tank

    53L waste water tank

    Internal powerpoints, 12V socket and USB input

    Porta-potti

    Gas cooker

    Microwave (operates when connected to mains power)

    110L fridge with freezer

    Sink

    Cold water

    Kitchen kit (cooking utensils, pots & pans)

    Kettle and toaster

    Dining table

    Diesel engine

    70L fuel tank capacity

    Automatic transmission

    Power steering

    Cruise control

    Airbags

    Length: 5.38m

    Width: 1.93m

    Height: 2.80m

    Interior height: 2.10m

    Reversing camera

    2 seatbelts in the driver’s cab, 1 seatbelt in the rear

    Radio, Bluetooth, USB, CD Player

    Driver’s cab air-conditioning and heating

  • Can be fully customised - contact us for suggestions

    Day 1 Auckland to Bay of Islands

    Day 2 Bay of Islands

    Day 3 Bay of Islands to Auckland

    Day 4 Auckland to Rotorua via Hobbiton

    Day 5 Rotorua to Tongariro

    Day 6 Tongariro to Wellington

    Day 7 Wellington to Nelson

    Day 8 Nelson to Abel Tasman

    Day 9 Abel Tasman

    Day 10 Abel Tasman to Punakaki

    Day 11 Punakaki to Franz Josef

    Day 12 Franz Josef

    Day 13 Franz Josef to Wanaka

    Day 14 Wanaka to Te Anau

    Day 15 Te Anau to Milford Sound

    Day 16 Milford Sound to Te Anau

    Day 17 Te Anau to Queenstown

    Day 18 Queenstown

    Day 19 Queenstown

    Day 20 Queenstown to Mount Cook

    Day 21 Mount Cook to Christchurch

    Day 22 Depart Christchurch

  • Note: These can be customised

    • Bay of Islands Dolphin Cruise

    • Hobbiton Movie Set

    • Traditional Maori Cultural Performance and Dinner

    • Waitomo Glow Worm Cave Adventure

    • Geothermal Park

    • Milford Sound Cruise

    • Franz Josef Heli Hike

    • Queenstown Jet Boat

    • Te Anau Glowworm Caves & Cruise

FROM: $90-185 NZD Per Day, Per Person (Based on 2 Adults, Low Season)

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South Island Week

Christchurch to Christchurch
Recommended days hire: 10

VEHICLE: 4 Berth

OPTIONS: 2 - 6 Berth Available

FEATURES: Double & Single Bed | Automatic Transmission | Fridge | Gas cooker | Cold water | Microwave

  • Diesel engine

    70L fuel tank capacity

    Automatic transmission

    Power steering

    Cruise control

    Airbags

    Length: 5.38m

    Width: 1.93m

    Height: 2.80m

    Interior height: 2.10m

    Reversing camera

    2 seatbelts in the driver’s cab, 1 seatbelt in the rear

    Radio, Bluetooth, USB, CD Player

    Driver’s cab air-conditioning and heating

    Sleeps 3 adults

    1 double bed (rear) - 2.00m x 1.20m

    1 single (top bunk) - 2.00m x 1.37m (max. weight 200kg)

    Personal kit, including bedding for three people

    Gas cooker

    Microwave (operates when connected to mains power)

    110L fridge with freezer

    Sink

    Cold water

    Kitchen kit (cooking utensils, pots & pans)

    Kettle and toaster

    Dining table

    12V battery / 240V mains

    48L fresh water tank

    53L waste water tank

    Internal powerpoints, 12V socket and USB input

    Porta-potti

    • Day 1 - Christchurch to Lake Tekapo

      Driving time: 3 hours driving, 230km

    • Day 2 Lake Tekapo to Aoraki Mount Cook

      Driving time: 1.5 hours driving, 110km via State Hwy 8 and Mount Cook Rd

    • Day 3 Aoraki / Mount Cook to Lake Wanaka

      Driving time: 2 hours 50 min (210 km) via State Hwy 80 and State Hwy 8

    • Day 4 Lake Wanaka to Queenstown

      Driving time: 1 hr 20 min (70 km) via Cardrona Valley Rd and Crown Range Rd

    • Day 5 Queenstown to Te Anau

      Driving time: 2 hr 20 min (180 km) via State Hwy 6 and State Hwy 94

    • Day 6 Te Anau to Milford Sound Cruise

      Driving time 1 hr 43 min (118.0 km) via State Hwy 94 then to Queenstown driving time: 4 hours (300 km) via State Hwy 94 and State Hwy 6

    • Day 7 Queenstown Free day!

    • Day 8 Explore Glenorchy -The road to paradise!

    • Day 9 Arrowtown

      Self drive to Arrowtown, the original gold mining town - what a hidden beauty!

    • Day 10 Queenstown departure

  • Note: These can be customised

    • Milford Sound Cruise

    • Franz Josef Heli Hike

    • Queenstown Jet Boat

    • Te Anau Glowworm Caves & Cruise

FROM: $80 NZD Per Day Per Person (Based on 4 Adults, Low Season)

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Campervan New Zealand YOUR Way!

Booking a campervan road trip in NZ offers the ultimate adventure, giving you the freedom to explore at your own pace. Tailor your journey to suit your interests, whether you're after thrilling activities, gourmet delights, cultural experiences, or breathtaking natural wonders. We'll guide you to the best spots, from the jaw-dropping Milford Road and the picturesque Pacific Coast Highway to the stunning Southern Scenic Route.

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Price Beat Promise

Our direct partnership with motorhome and Campervan suppliers allows us to negotiate competitive rates and exclusive deals, ensuring that our clients receive the best possible prices for their travel experiences. In fact, we are so confident in our pricing that if you happen to find a cheaper rate elsewhere, simply let us know, and we'll gladly try and beat it.

As part of our all inclusive service, if you are happy with the Campervan option and would like to proceed with our recommendations, we can also design a personalised road itinerary based on your dates and places of interest. In addition, we will list and can book activities and popular experiences for you. You can choose whether to pre-book them with us or do these along the way.

We also offer a really handy Mobile App that maps out New Zealand’s highlights whilst you are travelling too. You will have an emergency number to contact when you’re on the road and of course our support along the way.

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