Knowledge that makes your road trip better.
Routes, the best time to travel, freedom camping, and driving on the left, gathered over thousands of kilometres we've driven ourselves through New Zealand. Honest, practical, and from first-hand experience.
New Zealand in 3 weeks
From Auckland via Rotorua, Wellington, and the ferry to Queenstown and Milford Sound: a realistic route covering both islands without rushing.
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What does a campervan road trip cost?
Rental, campsites, fuel, and food: this honest budget guide shows what a New Zealand road trip really costs, with realistic daily rates.
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Rent or buy? Presale vs. renting
From when does buying with a guaranteed buyback pay off? An honest comparison for anyone spending more than two months in New Zealand.
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New Zealand with kids in a campervan
Which campervan fits, which route works, and what actually excites kids: the complete family guide for your New Zealand road trip.
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Working holiday: the campervan as your base
For working holiday travellers, the campervan is more than transport. It's home, a flexibility advantage, and a savings tool. Farm jobs, freedom camping, no hostel room.
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New Zealand on a budget: the best money-saving tips
With a self-contained campervan, Pak'nSave, and the right campsites, you save 40-60 NZD a day, without missing out on the best of it.
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WHV: rent a campervan or buy presale?
From when does presale pay off for working holiday travellers? Cost comparison from 6 weeks to 12 months, including a break-even calculation and typical WHV scenarios.
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Road trip for two: the most beautiful routes
Lake Tekapo, Glenorchy, Milford Sound, Roys Peak sunrise: New Zealand is a dream destination for couples. Our most romantic routes on the North and South Island.
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The most romantic campsites
Sunset over the fiord, starry sky above an alpine lake, a deserted beach: New Zealand has so many dream campsites for couples.
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Honeymoon in a campervan
A campervan honeymoon sounds unconventional, but for most couples it becomes the trip they're still talking about years later. Here's how to plan it right.
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Kid-friendly stops & activities
Hot Water Beach, Wai-O-Tapu, whale watching, Hooker Valley: New Zealand has something for kids of every age. Many of them free.
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Campervan packing list for trips with kids
What absolutely has to come along when you take the kids on a campervan trip? Our checklist saves you expensive last-minute buys and forgotten essentials.
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Best time to visit: month by month
December to February is high summer and peak season: warm, but crowded and expensive. March/April and November are the insider tip: mild weather, fewer crowds, lower prices.
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Freedom camping: what's allowed and what isn't
With a self-contained campervan, you can freedom camp for free at hundreds of spots. What the self-contained certificate means, which app you need, and what fines cost.
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Driving on the left & campervans
Driving on the left becomes second nature fast. The real pitfalls are at turns, one-lane bridges, and gravel roads. And why you should never plan on averaging 100 km/h.
Read article →DOC campsites: cheap nights out in nature
The Department of Conservation runs around 250 campsites in national parks and conservation areas. From 6 NZD a night, often in places no hotel can reach.
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Taking the Interislander ferry
The ferry between Wellington and Picton is more than just logistics: three and a half hours through the Marlborough Sounds, dolphins included. Book early and specify your vehicle category exactly.
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Packing list for the road trip
Four seasons in one day: layers instead of a heavy jacket, good rain gear, sturdy shoes. Plus a Type I power adapter, an NZ SIM card, offline maps, and plenty of sunscreen.
Read article →Entry: NZeTA, IVL, and customs
EU citizens don't need a visa, but they do need an NZeTA and the IVL levy. Both are done online in ten minutes. What has to be declared at customs and what you should never bring in.
Read article →New Zealand in 2 weeks: the best route
Two weeks are enough for a really good road trip if you plan the route smartly. One island done properly beats rushing both. With a concrete day-by-day plan for the North and South Island.
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Buying a car with a buyback guarantee
How guaranteed buyback works in New Zealand, the rates that are normal, what the contract has to say, and when selling it yourself pays more.
Read article →Still have questions about your route?
We're happy to advise you personally, from choosing a vehicle to the best campsites along your route.