All you need to know about our Motorhomes
With a range of innovative vehicles to choose from, this style of travelling is perfect for those who want to see the sights and stunning landscapes without having to miss out on home comforts along the way. Checkout our selection of motorhome holidays and call us to plan your perfect self-drive holiday in New Zealand.
Vehicles
Motorhomes Fleet:
If you want to see New Zealand at leisure, a motorhome could be the perfect solution. Ideal for family holidays, these RVs ensure the best quality and a truly unique experience. Your journey is whatever you want it to be – motorhome holidays allow you the freedom to travel whenever and wherever you want to for the ultimate New Zealand self-drive experience.
New Zealand Sky provide a fantastic range of motorhomes to choose from, from the compact yet comfortable vehicles sleeping up to three people to the six-berth homes with plenty of space for larger families or groups, so you can tailor your accommodation to suit your needs. And the home comforts, from a kitchen and entertainment system to comfortable bedding, are all included for a relaxed and stress-free stay. While you’re here, be sure to enhance your motorhome experience with some added extras such as hiring mountain bikes to admire the scenery from a new perspective or downloading the travel app to ensure you don’t miss any fascinating points of interest.
Cascade:
Perfect for small families or a group of friends, this campervan has everything you need to ensure a comfortable journey – including small luxuries like a coffee plunger and wine glasses, as well as a built in BBQ, DVD Player, and a personal safe.
- Sleeps up to four people
- Length: 7m
Beach:
With lots of space to stretch your legs, this spacious motorhome includes a larger dining zone, kitchen utensils, a microwave and fresh linen. You can also hire bikes and a bike rack if you choose the Elite model.
- Sleeps up to four people
- Length: 7.1m
River:
This motorhome is a fantastic option for larger families. A bigger fridge and high-quality utensils make creating family dinners a breeze, and there’s a spacious living room with a TV for relaxing afternoons.
- Sleeps up to six people
- Length: 7.2m
HiTop:
A small and compact campervan that offers great amenities, including a microwave, fridge and gas stove. The large double bed and overhead single bunk allows three people to sleep comfortably. Please note these campervans do not have a shower or standard toilet.
- Sleeps up to three people
- Length: 5.4m
Voyager:
A lovely choice for small families, this automatic campervan offers two double beds, a microwave, gas stove and kitchen utensils, plus a fridge. Please note these campervans do not have a shower or standard toilet.
- Sleeps up to four people
- Length: 5.4m
Venturer:
Ideal for couples looking for plenty of space and comfort. Featuring one double or two single beds, the standard fridge, microwave and gas stove with kitchen utensils, a shower and a toilet.
- Sleeps up to two people
- Length: 6.2m
Discovery:
A popular choice for small groups, these campervans are pretty nifty with their dining area that converts into a double bed, and a drop-down double bed above it. Though it doesn’t have a microwave, it does have a gas stove and fridge. The fixed awning offers a bit of shade if you fancy eating al fresco.
- Sleeps up to four people
- Length: 6.7m
Explorer:
A spacious campervan ideal for families or two couples. Enjoy dining together in the mini-kitchen, and relish the luxury of your own bathroom. These campervans have two double beds, a microwave, fridge and gas stove, with a flat screen TV and DVD player.
- Sleeps up to four people
- Length: 7.25m
Frontier:
These large and spacious campervans can comfortably sleep up to six people – you can even have two beds permanently set up thanks to the flexible sleeping options. Wake up in the morning to gorgeous views from the large back windows.
- Sleeps up to six people
- Length: 7.2m
Premium Motorhomes Fleet:
New Zealand Sky offers a great selection of high quality motorhomes which provide a freeing form of travel with a sophisticated take on camping in New Zealand. Each of these homes is spacious, fully-equipped and has an innovative design to provide the utmost in comfort. From wooden floors to large living areas and BBQ facilities, everything has been considered to provide you with a home-from-home feel while you’re on the road.
And if you want to make full use of your time here, there’s the option to include experiences such as visiting wineries, pre-ordering grocery boxes to take the stress out of your stay, and choosing from a range of indigenous tourism experiences.
All of these homes provide plush sleeping facilities, spacious living areas, and kitchens with plenty of storage.
Ultima Campervan:
This campervan features a king-size or twin beds,roomy living area, kitchen facilities, solar panel, storage and an exterior slide-out BBQ.
- Sleeps up to two people
- Length: 7m
Rental Duration
Rental days are calculated on a calendar day basis – with the first day starting from as soon as you pick up your vehicle. The day of the vehicle’s return is counted as the final day of the rental, no matter when you drop off your vehicle.
The minimum rental period is five days if the pick-up and return locations are the same, or there is a minimum rental period of 10 days if the vehicle is collected from North Island and returned to South Island when renting your vehicle between October and March.
Your vehicle will need to be returned with a full tank of petrol, and in clean condition.
Personal Kit
Britz and Maui offer a complimentary travel wallet when picking up your vehicle, which includes a free road map featuring New Zealand’s leading attractions, a guide for what to see and do, plus a hotel/campground guide. Each vehicle with Britz and Maui include apartment-styled kitchen equipment, including crockery and saucepans, as well as linen, bedding, and cleaning utensils.
One-Way Rentals
The opportunity to collect your vehicle in one destination and return it to another other is available. There are three branch locations to choose from – Christchurch, Auckland and Queenstown.
A fee applies when picking up from Auckland and returning to Christchurch or Queenstown:
- April – September: NZ$100
- October – March: NZ$300
A fee applies when picking up from Christchurch or Queenstown and returning to Auckland:
- October – March: NZ$250
Insurance/Requirements
Our motorhomes have a variety of insurance options to help make your adventure stress-free and enjoyable. You’ll need to bring a copy of your travel insurance with you, as well as an international driver’s licence which should be produced upon vehicle collection.
Deposit
You will be required to pay a deposit when picking up your vehicle. The price of this deposit depends on the Liability Reduction Option selected. The deposit is fully refundable provided the vehicle is undamaged and in a clean condition.
Campground/Accommodation Information
Campgrounds are a fantastic way to enjoy your motorhome experience and the incredible landscapes New Zealand has to offer. We can advise the best places to find and book campgrounds suited to you, or if you fancy a hotel stay we’ll be happy to book this for you, too. Your motorhome holiday is tailored to you, so give us a call and we can help start your adventure.
Big Attractions
Be sure to book any big attractions or destinations that you’re hoping to visit during your motorhome holiday, to avoid disappointment. It’s especially recommended to book ahead for annual holidays, including Christmas and Easter.
A $50 surcharge will apply should you return or pick up your vehicle on any bank holidays.
Road User Charge
Please note that motorhomes are subject to the Road User Charges for diesel vehicles in New Zealand. The Road User Charge fee will be calculated and charged on the return of the campervan based upon the number of kilometres travelled. This fee is put towards the maintenance of the roads in New Zealand and unlike in the UK where this charge is included at the pump when filling your vehicle, it is charged separately.
