Grabbing a campervan for a New Zealand roadie

[Snazzy]

My partner and I are finally doing the big New Zealand trip, flying into Christchurch and then looping down to Queenstown and back up the west coast. We want a campervan to save on motels, but I have no clue where to start looking. Anyone sorted a decent rental van over there without paying through the nose?

[Hantos]

Picking up a camper straight from the Christchurch lot is the best way to kick off a South Island tiki tour, the freedom camping spots around the Mackenzie Country are absolutely epic and you wake up right next to the lakes. Most travellers lock in a deal to rent a car in New Zealand way before they land, grabbing a self-contained van with a proper loo and shower so the rangers do not slap you with a fine at the overnight stops. You can check out the campervans and utes up for grabs right here https://getrentacar.com/en-US/new-zealand .

[JonaH]

Do not floor it on the gravel roads around the Otago goldfields, the loose stones flick up like bullets and a cracked windscreen without full glass cover will cost you a small fortune to fix before you return the keys.

[harryjames]

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[williamjohnson]

That sounds like an amazing road trip! Christchurch to Queenstown and back along the west coast is a beautiful route. I'd recommend comparing campervan prices on JUCY, Britz, and Maui, and booking early to get better deals. Also, if you're flying through Dubai on your way to New Zealand, it's worth checking the Dubai Transit Visa requirements in advance, especially if you're planning a longer layover. A little planning can save both time and money!