How long does it take to campervan around New Zealand?
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How long does it take to campervan around New Zealand?
To make a campervan trip worth your while, we recommend the shortest trip is at least 5 days. This allows you enough time to see one or two spots on your drive and experience a few nights in your camper.
How much does it cost to travel around a van NZ?
The cost of 14-day campervan hire in New Zealand in a Jucy Chaser is around $800 in the off-peak season. We hired the JUCY Condo (highly recommended) and paid $638NZD for 14 days campervan hire in New Zealand.
Is it safe to campervan in New Zealand?
The answer is: of course! Campervans are specially equipped to keep you secure and comfortable during your trip around this beautiful country. And if the increasing number of campervan travellers is any indication, sleeping in a campervan is not only safe, it’s also one of the best ways to enjoy New Zealand.
How do I plan a campervan trip?
We’ve put together a few tips for you to consider when planning your motorhome holiday:
- BEFORE YOU BOOK.
- Choose your motorhome carefully.
- Visit the hire company first.
- Shop around for hire companies.
- PLANNING YOUR ROUTE.
- Book at least your first and last night’s hire.
- Always ask your hire company for guidance.
- Plan your trip.
How do I plan a campervan in NZ?
10 Tips for Planning your First New Zealand Campervan Trip
- Book your campervan in advance.
- Campermate.
- Offline maps.
- Where to go – itinerary planning.
- Check what is included in your van.
- Costs to consider.
- Tips when driving.
- Freedom Camping.
What is the best way to travel around New Zealand?
Undoubtedly, one of the best ways to get around in New Zealand is via road and enjoying some of the most beautiful road trips in the world. Self-drive a rental car or motorhome on one of our recommended trips, or take a bus or coach if you want to let someone else do the driving.
Is driving a campervan difficult?
Getting behind the wheel of a campervan is not very difficult, although like everything else, it has an adaptation process, since it is a larger vehicle than a passenger car, the driving position is higher and the angle of access to the pedals is different.
Where should I stay with a campervan?
Where to park a motorhome in London and its surrounds
- Crystal Palace Caravan Club Site.
- Debden House.
- Lee Valley Camping and Caravan Park.
- Abbey Wood Caravan Club Site.
- Chertsey Camping and Caravanning Club Site.
- Walton-on-Thames Camping and Caravanning Club Site.
- Apps Court.
- Lee Valley Caravan Park Dobbs Weir.
Where should I keep my camper van?
For most people the choice on where to store a motorhome over winter is between home or a remote storage compound such as a campsite, specialist storage site, a farm or similar.
Where can I park my campervan in New Zealand?
In New Zealand, you can park your campervan in any of the following areas:
- Freedom Camping Sites (where signage indicates that camping is permitted)
- Department of Conservation Campgrounds.
- Holiday Parks and Private Campgrounds.
How many days are needed to visit New Zealand?
The short answer is 14 days as a minimum time frame for visiting both the North Island and South Island of New Zealand. That’s roughly one week’s travel time for both islands and is just long enough for any visitor to experience the best of the country.
What licence do I need to drive a campervan in New Zealand?
If you have a standard driver’s licence, you are able to drive a campervan in New Zealand. If your licence has expired, it will not be accepted at the depot. Restrictions may apply to drivers who hold a provisional licence.
Can you sleep anywhere in a campervan?
As far as most motorhome and campervan experts can say, there is currently no specific legislation or law to prevent you from sleeping in a vehicle at the roadside.
