Looking for a campervan in Wellington? Use our search tool to check availability.
A limited number of brands offer campervan rental in Wellington. Larger selections of vehicles can be found in Auckland and Christchurch.
Ace
6-Berth Volkswagen Crafter
6 adults
Toilet
Shower
Automatic
Not all vehicles may be available. Use the search tool to check availability for your travel dates.
Yes, many companies have depots in both the North and South Islands and allow one-way trips.
If planning this you will need to pay the cost of the ferry, our support team can help you book this.
Additional one-way fees may apply, the comparison tool will automatically factor this into your total.
All drivers must have a current and full driver’s license to rent a vehicle. Foreign licenses are acceptable if they are in English, or accompanied by an accredited English translation. Otherwise, an international driving permit is required.
The city of Wellington is very pro-camping and enables freedom camping in a certified self-contained vehicle at several sites in and around the city. For all motorhome camping in Wellington and the surrounding area, council and DOC (Department of Conservation) campgrounds offer varying levels of amenities, many of which are at no or low cost.
You can park overnight in a few parking lots within the city, though without any services, or for $15–$90 (NZD), you can reserve a spot at a full-service holiday park within the city center. Note that reservations are encouraged at peak travel times.
Most RV rental companies in New Zealand require the driver to be 21 years of age or older to access their full range of vehicles.
Some companies will rent to drivers between 18-21, but only certain models may be available. In those cases, additional insurance may be required.
Enter the driver’s age into our search tool and we will filter available vehicles to match.
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 needing to dump the waste.
In addition, the vehicle must have:
The vehicle must have been checked by a qualified officer to ensure it meets these requirements. Self-contained motorhomes have a sticker displayed on the vehicle, proving its certification.
New Zealand has plenty of options for camping available. These range from privately owned RV parks to DOC (Department of Conservation) campsites.
A stay at an RV park will usually cost between $30-$50 (NZD) per night, depending on the area. A stay at a DOC campsite can range from $5-$15 per person per night.
DOC campsites can be a little more basic. However, many do have amenities available. These include toilets, showers, trash bins, and communal kitchen facilities in some cases.
Note: policies vary from supplier to supplier. Always check the T&Cs for your rental.
Pacific Horizon is a New Zealand–owned and operated campervan rental company specializing in premium motorhomes. All of its motorhomes are designed and built in New Zealand. The company has motorhomes for groups of 2 to 6, all of which are fully self-contained.
