- Wicked Campervan for Cheap NZ Holiday - Lyn Rasmussen
Renting a camper van to explore NZ is a great way to enjoy the Kiwi tourism experience. Campervan rental allows travellers to work within a restricted budget, eliminating the expense of staying in hotels and motels.
Cheap Campervan Hire for Tourists Travelling Around New Zealand
According to the Wicked Campers website, it costs about the same price to hire one of their vans as it does to hire a car. Every Wicked campervan is highly individual, each vehicle having been painted by hand. The vans sleep up to three people, come equipped with cooking burner, countertop, sink, pots, pans, cutlery, table and chiller.
Wicked Campers encourage a laid-back and fun approach to roadtrips. The graffiti-style paintwork on the vans makes them instantly recognizable. According to a Wicked Camper customer as quoted on their website: “The Wicked roadtrip was awesome!!! People in the car behind us took pictures of our car and they were laughing at us, but we had a great time!"
Budget Camper Van Rentals Generally Include Cooking Equipment and Food-Chilling Facility
Two-person budget campervans won't have shower or toilet facilities, but there will be a portable gas stove, cooking equipment – pots, cutlery, crockery – an insulated container for keeping food cool, and sleeping for two. A slightly more expensive two-person option is likely to offer more storage and seating space, a fridge, perhaps fold-out furniture for sitting outdoors and may include linen and bedding.
Things to Consider When Hiring a Budget Camper Van to Travel Around New Zealand
Before making a final decision on which company to use for the campervan rental it's worthwhile to clarify a few points. These include:
- Insurance
- Baby or child restraints
- Minimum age for renting or driving a campervan in New Zealand
- What additional items are available for hire
- What is the minimal rental time/cost
- Roadside assistance in the event of breakdown or accident
- Rental company’s guarantee
- Driver’s licence requirements for driving in New Zealand
- Cancellation or extension
- Vehicle safety and warrantees
- Diesel or petrol vehicle
- Discount packages with New Zealand tourist attractions
Budget Campervan Rental Prices Depend on Hire Term and Seasonal Demands
NZ has a varied selection of campervan hire companies. Cheap camper van rentals can be as low as $40 per day, depending on the company, length of the hire term and the season. Hiring a campervan to tour New Zealand is a casual way to explore the country. The smaller vehicle will enable access to spots unaccessible to coach tours. Flexibility gives more opportunities to enjoy countryside and beaches, to get closer to the natural environment and to meet other like-minded travellers. As in most other countries, it is wisest to overnight in a populated area rather than an isolated off-road spot.
Lyn Rasmussen - Lyn is a New Zealander who lives in the centre of New Zealand's Volcanic Wonderland. She has been recognised for her writing across ...
