Driving around New Zealand in a fully decked out campervan or caravan is the ultimate kiwi holiday. Did you know that campervan owners across the country can list their funky adventure-mobiles on Camplify, so other people can rent them out! This opens up the possibilities for what you can rent for your next New Zealand road trip. From retro vans to luxury campers, these are 10 campervans and caravans with quirky perks that you can rent in New Zealand now!
1. Retro Rusty, Mount Maunganui
If you’re looking for the perfect machine to take you from beach to beach, Retro Rusty is your guy. Recently refurbished, the wooden-look flooring, white wooden cabinets and plush seating areas make this the perfect campervan for lazy afternoons by the coast. Complete with modern amenities to ensure you’ve got a few home comforts, Rusty looks the part and gets the job done too.
2. Juno, Hamilton
The sleek, understated exterior of this campervan doesn’t draw too much attention, but the interior is a show stopper. Juno is a 2019 Volkswagen with a lavish handcrafted interior. Think timber panelling, tiled kitchen splashback and the most comfy bedding. Plus, they’ve got an outdoor hammock on hand!
3. Your Perfect Getaway, Pukekohe
This campervan is effectively a luxury apartment on wheels! LED strip lighting, netflix and heating. The loft style bed over the front cab means this is seriously spacious for 2 travellers, with a lounge space in the rear. Renting a campervan doesn’t mean you need to compromise on comfort. You can sleep 6, so if you’re looking for a family holiday from Auckland, this is your go-to. Imagine how good you’ll feel rocking up to campsites in this bad boy.
Check out more on this campervan here.
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4. Kōwhai The Vintage VW Kombi, Queenstown
There are so many quirky things to love about this vintage VW Kombi Camper. She’s retro but has been refurbished with love to ensure she’s in great working order. Enjoy the benefits of a pop up roof too. Explore the South Island (pick up from Queenstown) with ease. No fuss and no rush here. Travelling with a furry friend? This van is pet friendly. It’s the kind of campervan that you form a connection with, and the memories created will be ever-lasting.
5. J-Pod Outback, New Plymouth
The J-Pod Outback is a caravan with benefits. Roll up to a campsite and your bed is good to go. And once you’ve found home for a few nights, there’s a tent extension included in your hire that pops on the back for a larger living space. This Jayco caravan is made to go off-road, so you can explore the roads less travelled with everything you need on hand.
Check out the J-Pod Outback here.
6. Sandy, The Tiny House on Wheels, Hawkes Bay
Adventure around Hawkes Bay with Sandy. This van has been converted to ‘a tiny house on wheels’ meaning you can enjoy life off-grid with a few luxuries of home. Sandy has both an indoor and outdoor shower, an induction cooktop and the best pull out chair and table set up. You’ll fall in love with the entire fitout. Thoughtfully designed to be the tiny house you’d rent, but with wheels!
7. Larry, Christchurch
If you’re looking to slow things down and recharge during your next holiday, a getaway with Larry may be just what the doctor ordered. It’s the ultimate off-grid van so you can venture far but still have the necessities. The layout of this Hiace has been carefully considered, with every corner offering a useful function. Larry’s roof deck is the perfect spot to soak in the New Zealand scenery.
8. Bernie, Auckland
Be the envy of all travellers with Bernie. This campervan has a cabin-feel that encourages its renters to kick back and relax. Based in Auckland, Bernie offers the chance to escape the big city and live a slow-paced lifestyle for a time. Shoes, optional. There’s plenty of space to store your beers in the fridge/freezer, plus space to prepare a beautiful dinner for 2.
9. Jake the Jayco, Papakura
Live the classic kiwi caravan experience, plus a little added luxury, with Jake the Jayco. This 2-berth caravan offers plenty of space for sleeping and socialising. He’s even got an electrical awning so you can make the most of the warm summer evenings. Cruise the wider Auckland area with Jake, checking out some of the most impressive campsites in the country.
Check out Jake the Jayco here.
10. Dub Camper, Ponsonby
This fresh 2-berth VW Camper certainly looks the part. It’s great to drive, meaning there’s no excuse not to hit the road and visit somewhere new. The cosy sleeping quarters mean a good night’s sleep is on the cards. Double glazed windows take this campervan from basic to great. Camping year round is a go, and you’ll find you have everything you need and nothing you don’t.
Check out this VW Camper here.
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This article was created in paid partnership with Camplify.
