Hiring a campervan in Auckland means starting your New Zealand trip where most international flights land, between two harbours and a field of extinct volcanoes. Northland and the Bay of Islands lie to the north, the Coromandel Peninsula to the south-east, Rotorua, Taupo and Tongariro in the centre. With 20 partner companies, the choice ranges from small two-berth vans to family motorhomes: Apollo, Britz, Maui, Jucy, Mighty Campers, Spaceships Rentals, Travellers Autobarn and many more.
Almost all depots are in Māngere and Airport Oaks, a few minutes from the airport and away from the city-centre traffic.
19 rental partners
Where to pick up your vehicle in Auckland?
Britz Rental company category:Standard
Public rating of the rental company: 3.2/5 (16 reviews)
- Trustpilot 3.1/5 10 reviews
- Trustpilot 3.3/5 6 reviews
Public ratings collected on October 28, 2026 from independent review sites.
Campervan Village Rental company category:Economy
Public rating of the rental company: 2.9/5 (139 reviews)
- Trustpilot 2.9/5 139 reviews
Public ratings collected on October 28, 2026 from independent review sites.
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Unit 3, 50 Ascot Road, Mangere - AucklandView map
Cheapa Campa Rental company category:Low cost
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470 Oruarangi Road, 2022 Mangere, AucklandView map
Chill'd by JUCY Rental company category:Economy
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Jucy Rentals9 Richard Pearse Drive, 2022 Mangere, AucklandView map
Escape Campervans Rental company category:Low cost
Public rating of the rental company: 4.4/5 (94 reviews)
- Reviews.io 4.4/5 94 reviews
Public ratings collected on October 28, 2026 from independent review sites.
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8A Stoddard Place, 1041 Mount Roskill - AucklandView map
Happy Camper Rental company category:Low cost
Public rating of the rental company: 4.0/5 (169 reviews)
- Trustpilot 4.0/5 169 reviews
Public ratings collected on October 28, 2026 from independent review sites.
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Happy Campers c/o Lucky Rentals Airport107 Montgomerie Road, Airport Oaks, 2022 AucklandView map
Hippie Camper Rental company category:Low cost
Jucy Rentals Rental company category:Economy
Public rating of the rental company: 3.5/5 (1,223 reviews)
- Trustpilot 3.5/5 1,223 reviews
Public ratings collected on October 28, 2026 from independent review sites.
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9 Richard Pearse Drive, 2022 Mangere, AucklandView map
Kiwi Campers Rental company category:Economy
Public rating of the rental company: 1.5/5 (27 reviews)
- Trustpilot 1.5/5 27 reviews
Public ratings collected on October 28, 2026 from independent review sites.
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AirportUnit 8, 197 Montgomerie Road, Airport Oaks, 2022 AucklandView map
Lucky Rentals Rental company category:Low cost
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Airport107 Montgomerie Road, Airport Oaks, 2022 AucklandView map
Maui Rental company category:Premium
Public rating of the rental company: 4.0/5 (499 reviews)
- Trustpilot 4.0/5 499 reviews
Public ratings collected on October 28, 2026 from independent review sites.
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Maui Camper Rentals470 Oruarangi Road, 2022 Mangere, AucklandView map
McRent Rental company category:Standard
Mighty Campers Rental company category:Low cost
Public rating of the rental company: 4.0/5 (334 reviews)
- Trustpilot 4.0/5 334 reviews
Public ratings collected on October 28, 2026 from independent review sites.
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Mighty Campervans New Zealand470 Oruarangi Road, 2022 Mangere, AucklandView map
MightyLITE Rental company category:Low cost
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MightyLITE Campervans New Zealand470 Oruarangi Road, 2022 Mangere, AucklandView map
Pacific Horizon Rental company category:Premium
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164 Montgomerie Road, 2022 Māngere, AucklandView map
Spaceships Rentals Rental company category:Low cost
Public rating of the rental company: 3.9/5 (601 reviews)
- Trustpilot 4.0/5 434 reviews
- Trustpilot 3.7/5 167 reviews
Public ratings collected on October 28, 2026 from independent review sites.
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Airport5 Aintree Ave, Airport Oaks, AucklandView map
Star RV Rentals Rental company category:Premium
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9 Richard Pearse Drive, 2022 Mangere, AucklandView map
Travellers Autobarn Rental company category:Low cost
Public rating of the rental company: 4.0/5 (305 reviews)
- Tripadvisor 4.0/5 305 reviews
Public ratings collected on October 28, 2026 from independent review sites.
Observed prices
Rental prices observed in Auckland
| Vehicle | Winter July | Spring October | Summer January | Autumn April |
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| Campervan | from €16/day median €35/day | from €18/day median €52/day | from €41/day median €106/day | from €18/day median €57/day |
| Low-profile motorhome | from €83/day median €227/day | from €77/day median €161/day | from €186/day median €281/day | from €185/day median €217/day |
| Large motorhome | from €77/day median €139/day | from €124/day median €175/day | from €221/day median €274/day | from €93/day median €175/day |
Daily prices observed on October 21, 2026 for a 15-day rental: CoolDrive selling price, mandatory fees included, 13 rental companies compared. 100% of offers with unlimited mileage. Median excess: €2,532.
Road trip ideas
Road trips from Auckland
1 Northland, the Bay of Islands and Cape Reinga
- Auckland
- Whangarei
- Paihia
- Russell
- Cape Reinga
- Hokianga
- Waipoua Forest
- Dargaville
- Auckland
Via the northern motorway and Whangarei, you reach the Bay of Islands: Paihia, the Waitangi Treaty Grounds and the village of Russell, reached by a small vehicle ferry. Further up, Cape Reinga marks the northern tip of the country. The return along the west coast crosses the Hokianga and Waipoua Forest, home of the giant kauri Tāne Mahuta. Rental companies generally forbid driving on Ninety Mile Beach.
- Distance
- about 900 km
- Recommended vehicle
- Campervan or self-contained van
2 Coromandel and the Bay of Plenty
- Auckland
- Thames
- Coromandel
- Whitianga
- Hahei
- Hot Water Beach
- Waihi
- Mount Maunganui
- Auckland
After Thames, the coastal road of the Coromandel Peninsula winds between bays and forests to Coromandel Town, then Whitianga. The cliffs of Cathedral Cove, near Hahei, and Hot Water Beach, where you dig your own hot pool at low tide, are the highlights. You then head down via Waihi to Mount Maunganui and its beaches before returning to Auckland. Narrow, winding roads: a compact van is more at ease.
- Distance
- about 600 km
- Recommended vehicle
- Compact campervan or van
3 Rotorua, Taupo and Tongariro to Wellington
- Auckland
- Matamata
- Rotorua
- Taupo
- Tongariro National Park
- Ohakune
- Wellington
Through the Waikato hills and Hobbiton, near Matamata, you reach Rotorua, its geysers, hot springs and Māori culture. Lake Taupo comes before Tongariro National Park, its volcanoes and the Tongariro Alpine Crossing, one of the finest day hikes in the country. You then head down via Ohakune to Wellington, another departure city of our partners, where the Interislander ferry crosses Cook Strait to Picton.
- Distance
- about 750 km
- Recommended vehicle
- All types of motorhomes
Weather and seasons
When to go in Auckland?
Best time
February to April
February to April
highs 20 to 23 °C, lows 15 to 18 °C
Late summer and early southern autumn are the best time to leave from Auckland: the sea is still warm, the weather more settled, schools are back and campsites in the Bay of Islands or the Coromandel are less crowded. March is on average the driest and most pleasant month around the city.
High season
December and January
December to January
highs 22 to 23 °C, lows 16 to 18 °C
Christmas, New Year and the New Zealand summer holidays: the beaches of Northland and the Coromandel fill up, coastal campsites are fully booked and vans go first. Days are long and warm, with occasional tropical showers. Book your vehicle and pitches very early.
October and November
October to November
highs 17 to 19 °C, lows 12 to 14 °C
The southern spring stays cool and often wet around Auckland, but the roads are quiet and the Waikato hills a brilliant green. At Tongariro, snow may still cover the ridges: check the conditions before attempting the crossing.
Winter
May to September
May to September
highs 15 to 17 °C, lows 9 to 12 °C
The southern winter is mild but damp in Auckland, July being the wettest month. Northland remains pleasant, while the central plateau is covered in snow: Ruapehu ski fields, Desert Road sometimes closed. Days are short: plan shorter stages and a heated vehicle.
Climate in Auckland, month by month
Most pleasant months: March.
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Sun | Sea |
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| Jan | 23 °C | 18 °C | 95 mm | 12 h/day | 23 °C |
| Feb | 23 °C | 18 °C | 108 mm | 11 h/day | 23 °C |
| Mar | 22 °C | 16 °C | 88 mm | 10 h/day | 21 °C |
| Apr | 20 °C | 15 °C | 110 mm | 9 h/day | 19 °C |
| May | 17 °C | 12 °C | 93 mm | 8 h/day | 17 °C |
| Jun | 15 °C | 11 °C | 107 mm | 7 h/day | 15 °C |
| Jul | 15 °C | 10 °C | 137 mm | 7 h/day | 14 °C |
| Aug | 15 °C | 9 °C | 114 mm | 8 h/day | 13 °C |
| Sep | 16 °C | 11 °C | 107 mm | 9 h/day | 15 °C |
| Oct | 17 °C | 12 °C | 108 mm | 10 h/day | 17 °C |
| Nov | 19 °C | 14 °C | 114 mm | 11 h/day | 19 °C |
| Dec | 22 °C | 16 °C | 95 mm | 12 h/day | 21 °C |
Averages 2016–2025 computed from Open-Meteo data (ERA5 reanalysis).
Practical tips
Everything to know before hitting the road
Electronic tolls with no barriers
North of Auckland, the motorway between Orewa and Puhoi, on the way to Northland, is tolled, as are some roads in Tauranga on the way to the Bay of Plenty. There are no barriers: cameras record your passage and you pay online shortly afterwards, otherwise the rental company recharges it, sometimes with an admin fee. Check the rules in force before you set off.
Freedom camping: certified self-contained vehicles
Sleeping outside campsites is only allowed for certified self-contained vehicles with a fixed toilet, and only where the local council permits it: each district, Auckland included, has its prohibited areas and maximum stays. The beaches of Northland and the Coromandel are checked closely in summer, and fines come quickly.
First kilometres on the left, outside rush hour
The Southern Motorway and SH20, which serve the Māngere depots, are jammed at rush hour, as is the Harbour Bridge heading north. After a long flight, set off around midday for your first kilometres on the left, and leave the city before late afternoon, especially on Fridays.
Check the bed length
A 1.89 m customer who left from Auckland found the bed in his van a little short. If you are tall, compare bed lengths on each vehicle's page: small two-berth vans are the most compact, while low-profile motorhomes offer more room.
What travellers ask
Your questions about a road trip in Auckland
Where can I pick up a campervan in Auckland?
Almost everything happens near the airport: Apollo, Britz, Maui, Mighty Campers, MightyLITE, Cheapa Campa and Hippie Camper on Oruarangi Road, Jucy, Chill'd and Star RV Rentals on Richard Pearse Drive, Lucky Rentals, Happy Camper, Kiwi Campers and Pacific Horizon on Montgomerie Road, Spaceships and Travellers Autobarn on Aintree Avenue, Campervan Village on Ascot Road. Escape Campervans is in Mount Roskill, Indie Campers in East Tamaki, McRent in Pokeno.
How much does it cost to hire a campervan in Auckland?
Our searches in October 2026, covering 231 offers of 15 days from 13 rental companies, mandatory fees included, found vans from €16 per day for a July departure (median €35), against from €41 in January (median €106). Large motorhomes start at €77 per day in the southern winter. Run a search with your dates to get prices you can book.
Can I drive one-way to Wellington or the South Island?
Yes: Wellington, Christchurch and Queenstown are also departure cities of our partners. For the South Island, the Interislander ferry links Wellington and Picton; some rental companies allow the crossing with the vehicle, others arrange a swap on either side of the strait. One-way fees are included in the price as soon as you enter your return city.
Which vehicle should I choose from Auckland?
The offers observed range from small two-berth vans, such as the Aventus or the Chubby Camper Self Contained, to the 6-Berth Big Kahuna for six people. To enjoy freedom camping sites, choose a certified self-contained model, such as the Beta 2S Self Contained. In winter, a motorhome with a shower and heating makes rainy evenings far more pleasant.
How many days should I plan for the North Island?
A week is enough for Northland, or for the Coromandel and Rotorua. Ten to fourteen days let you combine the Bay of Islands, the Coromandel, Rotorua and Tongariro before reaching Wellington. To cover both islands, allow at least three weeks, ferry crossing included, ending in Christchurch or Queenstown.
Verified customer reviews
They rented in Auckland with CoolDrive Nomad
4.3
818 reviews
The car was very good. It's just that for tall people (I am 1.89m), it's short for sleeping lengthwise. With 20 cm more, it would have been more comfortable. But that's just something to know when you are tall. We also hadn't been really warned about the legislation regarding Self Contained vehicles in New Zealand. Since the vehicle did not meet these standards, we spent two months looking for free camping spots, often stressing about getting caught. But we faced zero fines in 2 months. Finally, the fridge never worked in the car, but we had just experienced that for a month and a half in Australia as well, so we were used to living without a fridge.
Lisa A.
New Zealand · Apr 2025
Avis Vérifiés
Reminder by phone, friendly welcome, quick responses to our questions... keep it up, until then, it's perfect...
H.
New Zealand · Feb 2025
Trustpilot
Very good responsiveness to solve a small reservation problem with our van. They found us the van that exactly matched our needs. Thank you for this responsiveness and efficiency.
D.
New Zealand · Nov 2024
Trustpilot
Frequently asked questions
FAQ — Campervan and motorhome hire in Auckland
What licence do I need to drive in New Zealand?
A valid foreign licence is accepted for a limited period after arrival if it is in English; otherwise, it must come with an approved translation or an international driving permit. The minimum age and years of driving required by each rental company, sometimes stricter for large motorhomes, are shown in the offer conditions.
What are DOC campsites and holiday parks?
The Department of Conservation runs hundreds of sites, from the most basic to well-equipped ones, often in superb spots in Northland or the Coromandel; the most popular are booked online. Private holiday parks offer showers, kitchens and power. Around Auckland, regional parks such as Shakespear or Tawharanui also welcome campervans.
Is mileage unlimited and what is the excess?
All the offers observed in Auckland included unlimited mileage, welcome on a route to Cape Reinga or Wellington. The median excess reached €2,532: most rental companies offer an option to reduce it, to be compared in the conditions of each offer before booking.
What do travellers who left from Auckland say?
Ten customers who left from Auckland gave us an average rating of 4.3 out of 5. They especially praise the responsiveness of our experts, whether for a quick call-back or for finding another suitable van after a booking problem. The welcome and the speed of answers come up in several comments.
When should I book a campervan in Auckland?
For a departure between mid-December and late January, book several months ahead: these are the New Zealand summer holidays, and small vans are the first to go. From April to September, demand drops sharply and the choice remains wide a few weeks before departure, including for self-contained models.
Can I visit Auckland with my motorhome?
The city centre, with its height-restricted underground car parks and paid parking, is ill-suited to a motorhome. It is better to leave it at a holiday park on the outskirts and reach the centre by bus or train, then take the harbour ferries to Devonport or Waiheke Island.
About us
Why start a motorhome trip from Auckland
Auckland is the gateway for most travellers to New Zealand and the natural starting point for the North Island: the subtropical beaches of Northland, the coves of the Coromandel, the volcanic lands of Rotorua and Tongariro, then Wellington at the end of the road. In ten days or so, you can combine kauri forest, hot springs and active volcanoes.
With 20 partner companies, almost all based near the airport, the choice suits every budget, with prices observed from €16 per day in October 2026 for a departure in the southern winter. Wellington, Christchurch and Queenstown, other departure cities of our partners, make one-way trips across both islands possible. Just a few things to bear in mind: book early for the southern summer, get used to driving on the left and favour a self-contained vehicle to enjoy freedom camping where it is still allowed.
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