4.7/5 Rating
Small in size but not in features, our compact rental cars have the essentials you need for a fun roadie. All the cars in our Small Hatch range are 5-door hatch models with A/C, power steering, central locking, and airbags. Unless you’re the road-trip-Grinch, you’ll be pleased to know the FM radio cranks a tune, too.
4.5/5 Rating
Enjoy the open road without worrying about mileage restrictions, as all their rental cars in New Zealand come with unlimited kilometres included.
4.9/5 Rating
Ready for an epic NZ roadie? Great! The JUCY 'Crib' is the perfect campervan rental for two friends or a couple.
4.6/5 Rating
If you’re looking for the cheapest way to travel New Zealand (while still living pretty comfortably), a station wagon is the answer.
4.7/5 Rating
Up to 4 people can be seated in the Beta (belted seating for 4), so perfect for friends that want to share the cost of travel. Two people can sleep inside the Beta campervan: sleep fully inside or extend the bed partially outwards for more space and ventilation.
4.9/5 Rating
The Chubby Camper is the perfect 2-berth van for the New Zealand road trip of a lifetime! Whether you are setting off down the coast or exploring far and wide, this savvy and compact camper has all your road trip needs covered.
5/5 Rating
The JUCY Condo is a 4-berth campervan with a custom-built interior. Two double beds ensure a good night’s sleep, while the interior table, seats, and spacious kitchen make it easy to cook and serve meals. The Condo is fully self-contained with a cassette toilet and grey water tank.
4.8/5 Rating
A Motorhome from Britz is the perfect choice for groups of friends or families who don't want to miss out on the comforts of their home while traveling the roads of New Zealand. They come with all the bells and whistles and can be driven with a regular drivers license.
5/5 Rating
The 6 berth River motorhome has been designed for you and the kids. In the Maui River, the kids are safely buckled up in the back seat, just behind the driver's cab.
Including all the day to day home comforts you could ask for, motorhomes are an affordable solution ready to take you anywhere. Whilst these tend to be most popular with families they can also accommodate large groups ready for big adventures. Expect a hot shower, as well as a fully equipped kitchen and comfortable sleeping and seating arrangements.
Recommended for smaller groups, campervans are the preferred choice for budding adventure travellers looking to hit the open road. Campervans come in all shapes and sizes, so If you are looking for a budget camper or something with a little more luxury there is something for everyone. We compare the rates with every vehicle rental company to ensure you get all the available options suited to your travel needs.
If you plan to head off the beaten track into the unknown then a 4×4 is the perfect vehicle to do it in. Our suppliers offer a vast selection of the toughest, most reliable vehicles on the market. Whether you’re planning a short weekend to Fraser Island or an epic trip across the Simpson Desert a fully equipped vehicle is essential.
Starting at just $49 per day, cars are an affordable mode of transport for all trips, long and short. Whether you need a vehicle for a weekend away, your next work trip or an adventure up the coast we’ve got you covered. Our suppliers offer a wide range of vehicles that are budget-friendly and reliable to ensure you can get from A to B.
Whether you’re a first time traveller or a fully-fledged grey-nomad there are no limits here. Across roads around New Zealand and Australia, you’ll meet people of all ages loving life as they bounce from place to place living life on the road. Campervans are suitable for those with a thirst for adventure looking to see all the hidden gems along the way. Not sure which Campervan is the best option for you? Let our travel experts help you to find the perfect campervan for you!
It’s common knowledge that New Zealand and Australia can be pretty expensive places to travel. Depending on your spending habits you can make travelling in a campervan as cheap or as expensive as you like.
We find that a campervan is considerably cheaper if you are travelling in a group of two or more compared to booking public transport and paying for accommodation as you go.
In most campervans you combine all your sleeping, travelling and cooking needs into one. This helps cut costs as the overall cost is rolled into one. You will be able to save money especially if you book your travel in peak season far in advance.
If travelling solo you can definitely rent a campervan. You will be able to connect to fellow travellers by staying on campsides and holiday parks along the way.
You will find that both in New Zealand and Australia there are restriction on where you can camp and stay for the night. There is a very useful app called ‘Campermate’ that has all this information available in one spot. If you would like some guidance feel free to ask our team for roadtrip itinerary recommendations.
We recommend that you check out a mix of campsites whilst on your travels. Check out the application campermate to research the different types of campsites and amenities they offer. There are amazing options for every budget. We also recommedn to always be aware of the distance to the next petrol station from your intended campsite so you can make sure you have enough fuel for the journey.
Depending on what style of camper you choose i.e. 2-seater camper car, hi-top or motorhome you’ll see that size matters. The smaller the vehicle, the easier they are to drive. If you’re looking for something that drives like a car then we recommend a 2-seater camper car or a mid-sized hi-top. These come in both manual and automatic transmission and drive just like a normal car.
It is hard to make an exact prediction of how much fuel you will need by just putting in your start and end location into Google Maps. If you would like a good estimation, message our team and we can work it out while also taking all the destinations you want to see into account.
We always recommend pre-booking as many dates as you think you’ll need to reach your destination as extending is always subject to supplier availability. If on your trip though you decide that you’re loving van-life and want to extend then just contact us, we’ll contact the supplier for you and ask if you can extend. Booking with Happy Travels makes life easy. Like, super easy.
If your travel is cancelled due to government implemented travel restrictions then please contact us immediately. We will contact the supplier and cancel your travel. You may request a refund which is subject to supplier terms and conditions. Each supplier’s terms and conditions may vary so it’s important to read these carefully before booking.
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