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At Wilderness Motorhomes, we want our guests to discover New Zealand in a way that is as sustainable as possible and we share here how to do that.
Explore Queenstown's range of campsites and holiday parks for your next Queenstown campervan adventure with Wilderness.
Learn about freedom camping in a motorhome or campervan in New Zealand. What are the rules, upcoming changes, vehicles allowed, best sites and tips.
Create precious family memories travelling by motorhome with your baby. Learn how to prioritise sleep, pack smart, stay safe and have fun in a campervan.
Food writer Tina Duncan cooks simple, tasty meals in a motorhome while on a campervan holiday around New Zealand.
Top 10 tips for planning your first New Zealand campervan road trip. Book early, download camping apps, drive safely and beat the bugs on your adventure.
Take a motorhome road trip to Northland and visit Mangawhai and Hokianga Harbours, Kai Iwi Lakes, Cape Reinga, Paihia and majestic Tāne-mahuta.
After the Commonwealth Games, British Olympic swimmer Lizzie Simmonds and her boyfriend hired a Wilderness motorhome to travel New Zealand’s South Island.
Rental cars and RVs are easy to find in New Zealand making self-drive holidays a popular option - but which is best for your trip?
What to consider so your driving experience in a motorhome is comfortable and carefree.
Holly and Simon answer some questions around first-time motorhome travel with children.
Whether you’re travelling with the family, a group of friends, or your other half, it’s easy to choose the right Wilderness motorhome for your New Zealand holiday.
At Wilderness, we ensure guests have nothing to worry about other than enjoying what New Zealand has to offer in the comfort of their own home on wheels.
Tips from the team to help you choose the best camper for your NZ adventure.
Why is a Wilderness motorhome a cut above the rest and the best motorhome hire in New Zealand for your next holiday?
Considering a motorhome trip with a toddler? Check out our top travel tips and our favourite family friendly freedom camping spots in NZ's South Island.
Top NZ photographer Rachel Stewart takes a motorhome road trip to Coromandel icon Cathedral Cove
Learn how to plan a motorhome road trip with kids. We discuss how to choose the right motorhome, what to pack and how to create a safe environment.
A motorhome holiday in New Zealand will look even better from the Glider 4 – the new four-person motorhome joining the Wilderness Motorhomes fleet and available for bookings from December 2018.
Jordan and Ben set out on an epic two week exploration of the North and South in a rental motorhome from Wilderness.
Find out what’s great about motorhome group bookings, the pick-up process and itinerary options in New Zealand.
Make the most of a New Zealand motorhome road trip with our expert planning tips and on-road know-hows. Learn what to bring, focus locally and go for it.
Find out what should be included in your all-inclusive motorhome hire — from typical inclusions to add-ons, and fees to insurance and liability reduction.
Australian blogger Chelsea Berry traveled New Zealand's South Island with her partner and explain the 5 reasons why a motorhome holiday is a great experience to share as a couple.
Find out what you’ll need to pack to travel New Zealand in a campervan or motorhome. From clothing to cooking to health, and electronics to entertainment.
Stuck for ideas for a winter holiday with tweens? Check out this post from landscape photographer, Meghan Maloney.
Take in the changing colours of a New Zealand autumn travelling by motorhome. Check out autumn leaves and festivals, the Aurora Australis and hot springs.
Find out what makes a campervan rental luxurious, what to expect from rental operators offering luxury brands, and whether they’re worth the extra cost.
Wilderness makes it campervan travel with children easy as we have a range of vehicles with layouts and features to suit every family.
Learn more about the entertainment options commonly available in New Zealand motorhome rentals.
Our ten best one day bike rides across New Zealand — from Moke Lake to the Great Taste Trail, and the Timber Trail to the Kauri Coast Cycleway.
Visit the Coromandel Peninsula by motorhome. But first, find out what to see, do and eat — plus where to stay and what events and festivals to attend.
New Zealand is a mountain bikers dream destination. Explore by campervan and take in NZ's best MTB regions.
Planning a motorhome trip in New Zealand? This article guide will help you choose your perfect travel month and prepare you for an epic road trip in NZ!
Check out WilderNessts – an insider list of handpicked hidden gems and motorhome campsites around NZ, available exclusively for Wilderness travellers.
On your dream NZ campervan holiday, the last thing you want is an incident delaying and costing you money. Insurance is the best way to protect yourself.
Planning a campervan trip with the young ones? Blogger Holly Connors from Four Around the World shares her top tips!
It's nearly the 2021 April school holidays - and that means school holiday family fun! Check out our favourite family events happening near Auckland.
Despite New Zealand being the ultimate campervan holiday destination, rentals aren't so easy to find. We'll guide you on where to rent and what to expect.
Better understand motorhome rental companies’ terms and conditions -- your responsibilities and liability, and rules around changes and cancellations.
Should you hire a motorhome, campervan, caravan or converted van? Discover how to choose the right RV rental for your NZ holiday road trip.
In this post, we show you numerous reasons why New Zealand is a dream family holiday destination for travelling with children.
Ten travel apps to optimise your NZ motorhome trip. Learn about gas, trails, weather, Māori language, rides, stars, sandflies, surf and campgrounds.
Take time to travel New Zealand by motorhome and enrich your holiday. Meet local people, experience diverse cultures, take in the scenery and drive less.
This blog post covers the 12 things you need to know before you fly your drone in New Zealand, including drone regulations and rules Civil Aviation.
We make it easy to plan your New Zealand journey with our Travel Distances Matrix, showing the distances between some of NZ's most popular destinations.
Helpful hints for pleasurable travelling throughout New Zealand in a motorhome.
Find the top surf spots around New Zealand and learn more about surf safety.
Explore the rugged Taranaki region with its famous mountain. Discover where to stay, what to do, see and eat — and what events and festivals take place.
Motorhome expert, Jill Malcolm, shares her 3 week New Zealand itinerary and proves winter travel can be cosy if you choose the right motorhome.
Discover what to see, do and eat, and where to stay and play, whilst visiting Napier during your New Zealand campervan holiday.
25 of the best New Zealand flavours to sample on your New Zealand motorhome road trip.
Find everything you need to know about travelling with Wilderness – from choosing a motorhome, to what’s in it and how it works, driving in New Zealand, how to freedom camp and more.
Which is better for your holiday: a private motorhome or one from a rental company? Check out this visually engaging decision guide.
At Wilderness, we truly believe that a motorhome or campervan is the best way to explore New Zealand.
Travelling’s easy when you know the rules.
A great guide for first time motorhomers - Find out how easy it is to drive, manoeuvre, and park a motorhome — and how driving on New Zealand roads may differ from your home country.
Get away from it all right here in New Zealand on a staycation with Wilderness motorhomes
Head south east toward The Coromandel Peninsula, Aucklanders’ favourite weekend retreat. Explore both sides of the Coromandel Peninsula before returning to Auckland via the rugged forest scenery of The Pinnacles.
Take this seven day Auckland to Waitomo Caves loop for the best places to see and best things to do — like beaches, hot springs, native forest and glowworms.
Head north from Auckland and along the Whangaparaoa Peninsula before travelling to Whangarei. Cross to the West Coast and up to Cape Reinga at the very top of New Zealand. Return via the lovely island-studded East Coast.
Drive south-east to the Coromandel Peninsula, then around the east coast to Gisborne and the Hawke’s Bay. Return through the central North Island taking in many famous places such as Rotorua, Waitomo and Raglan.
Head south to Waitomo, Rotorua and Taupo. Follow the wine trail down to Wellington. Cross the Cook Strait and explore the glaciers, then Wanaka, Queenstown and Milford Sound. Return to Christchurch via NZ’s highest peak.
Travel south-east to the Coromandel., then around the east coast to Gisborne and the Hawke’s Bay. Follow the wine trail down to Wellington. Cross the Cook Strait then follow the same route as the Southbound Express.
Travel over the Southern Alps towards the west coast and explore Glacier Country before heading to the tourist mecca of Wanaka, Queenstown and Milford Sound. Return to Christchurch via Mt Cook and Lake Tekapo.
Drive north from Christchurch to Marlborough and Nelson, then follow the West Coast to the glaciers. Heading inland, explore the tourist mecca of Wanaka, Queenstown, and Milford Sound before returning via Mt Cook.
Head south to Mt Cook and Dunedin, and on to Milford Sound, Queenstown and Wanaka. Continue north to the glaciers then up to Marlborough. Cross to Wellington and up the North Island taking in Rotorua and Waitomo.
Head south to Mt Cook and Dunedin, Milford Sound, Queenstown and Wanaka. Continue to the glaciers then to Marlborough. Cross to the North Island taking in Wellington, Rotorua, Waitomo, the Bay of Plenty and Coromandel.
Ready to book, but not sure which motorhome is right for you? Our motorhome selector tool will help match you up with your perfect motorhome.
Use our worksheet to compare inclusions, add-ons and extra fees of New Zealand's best campervan rentals.
Are you an experienced traveller but still young at heart? Check out our motorhome holiday guide especially created for over 50s. The road ahead doesn’t have to be mapped out.
We’ve found some of the best destinations that are beloved by guests and created this in-depth guide to help you fall in love with New Zealand.
