Campervan Hire Picton

Yes, many companies have depots in both the North and South Islands and allow one-way trips.

If you’re planning this type of trip, you’ll need to pay the cost of the ferry and any one-way fees. Our support team can help with your booking.

If you wish to go freedom camping in New Zealand, your vehicle must be self-contained and certified.

This means you must be able to live in the vehicle for 3 days without needing additional water or dump facilities.

A self-contained campervan must have:

• A toilet
• A shower
• Wastewater storage tank
• A rubbish bin with a lid

The vehicle must be inspected by a qualified officer and display a self-containment sticker to prove it meets these standards.

Yes, a large number of companies allow for one-way rentals.

One-way rentals may not be available between all routes, and additional fees apply, depending on the pick-up and drop-off locations. Our comparison tool will automatically factor in any additional fees and show you which vehicles are available on your preferred route.

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.