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The cost of renting a campervan in Queenstown starts at around $100/day for compact campers and can go up to $650/day or more for larger motorhomes in peak season. Popular vehicles include the Jucy Crib, Britz Venturer and Mighty Double Up.
The strategically-located city serves as the perfect base to explore the South Island in a campervan. The ice-capped wonders of the Southern Alps reside nearby, and you’ll find no shortage of spectacular sites within a day’s drive.
RV travel is popular in New Zealand, and the government has built infrastructure to meet demand. Facilities like water refills and dump points lie peppered around the South Island, plus an abundance of breathtakingly beautiful campsites.
One-way rentals are also an option with some travellers choosing to drop-off their vehicle in Christchurch, Wellington (North Island) or in Auckland (North Island).
Renting a campervan in Queenstown is the most convenient and cost-effective way to explore the South Island. Here’s why:
Low-cost adventures: With your accommodation and transport rolled into one, you’ll spend far less than on a traditional hotel/hire car holiday.
Minimise driving: Instead of returning to Queenstown after a long day of sightseeing, you can cruise into the closest campsite and retire for the night.
Freedom: A campervan allows you to explore New Zealand at your own pace. No need to stick to a strict itinerary—just follow the whims of the road.
Natural connection: Reacquaint yourself with Mother Nature by camping out under the stars.
Easy access: With fresh clothes, water, and a fridge full of food within arm’s reach, you’ll enjoy a convenient, hassle-free holiday.
When driving around Queenstown in a campervan rental, remember these important tips:
The South Island has a plethora of picture-perfect campgrounds. Here are some of our campervan-friendly favs:
You’ll need a full, non-restricted car license to rent a campervan in Queenstown. If your license isn’t in English, get an International Driver’s Permit (IDP) as well.
Most hire companies won’t rent vehicles to customers under 21. One exception is JUCY, which accepts drivers over 18 and/or with a provisional Australian or restricted New Zealand license. Expect to pay extra with a young driver’s surcharge.
A night at a holiday park or campsite around Queenstown will range from $15 to $25 (NZD) for a DOC (Department of Conservation) campsite and around $20–$50 for a night at a caravan park.
Some popular caravan parks near Queenstown include Queenstown Lakeview Holiday Park, Queenstown Holiday Park Creeksyde and Arrowtown Holiday Park.
There are a number of pet-friendly campervan rental companies in New Zealand that allow you to travel with your dog or cat. Approval must be obtained in advance and this will usually incur a fee to cover the extra cleaning cost. Contact our support team to check if it’s possible to take a pet on board a specific vehicle.
A good idea is to plan for a minimum of 7 days. However, even a 2- or 3-week road trip around the South Island will easily be filled.
Popular attractions include Mount Cook, UNESCO-designated Fiordland National Park with Milford Sound, Franz Josef Glacier and Fox Glacier, and the adventure capital of Queenstown.
More campervan rental companies are in Christchurch. Additionally, some suppliers, although they offer Queenstown vehicle pickups/drop-offs, don’t have a Queenstown branch and will deliver the vehicle for you. This usually increases the cost of your RV rental.
Yes, unlimited kilometres are generally included for standard vehicle rentals in New Zealand. The comparison tool will show you whether your preferred vehicle has unlimited or restricted kilometres.
Note: policies vary from supplier to supplier. Always check the T&Cs for your rental.