Campervan Vacations in New Zealand

For a great camper van experience New Zealand is a top choice to consider. You can fly into New Zealand and land at Auckland or Christchurch Airport. Be aware that this country is very strict in its rules about what you can bring into the country. Many people are enjoying the fun and excitement of a campervan vacation in New Zealand.

There are many camping sites that are available and they are all clean and have all of the conveniences that a person or family could ask for. The majority of the camping sites that are in New Zealand even have community kitchens for you to use to prepare meals if you wish. These are free of charge and they are fully equipped with refrigerators, freezers, and microwave ovens. There are even ovens for your regular baking needs. Campers appreciate the well-tended kitchen area and enjoy cooking meals with their new friends.

A camper van vacation lets you explore all areas of the country, even those on the less traveled back roads. You are in no rush to get anywhere and can enjoy a much less hectic experience as you travel the beautiful countryside of New Zealand. Hiking, swimming and backpacking are all activities you can enjoy on your vacation. You can visit the glaciers, hills, and mountains and even walk through a mangrove forest. The cities provide plenty of shopping and restaurants for tourists to enjoy when they want to unwind in a modern setting.

HAPNZ operates almost ¾ of all commercial New Zealand campsites. HAPNZ stands for the Holiday Accommodation Parks of New Zealand. Here you will find clean and modern sites with toilets and shower facilities. These also have power for you to plug into to operate small appliances.

You will find about 400 of the HAPNZ operated sites for you to choose from. There are also about 200 sites that are under the auspices of the Department of Conservation. These have fewer conveniences for campers and camper van vacationers are welcome at the serviced or standard sites. The informal sites are not structured for the van vacationer. Regional or local councils also operate about 100 sites for campers. They also welcome those who are touring the country in a camper van.

Before setting off on the vacation of your dreams, do check to be certain that your selected campsites are going to be open during that time. Only a portion of the New Zealand campsites remain operational throughout the year. If you want to get great views of Rangitoto Island, you can choose to stay at Takapuna Beach Holiday Park. This campsite is located only a short 15 minute drive from Auckland, which makes it a very convenient site to choose.

You can also find a great campsite in the Bay of Islands. This is the Haruru Falls Resort Panorama. The Staging Post is a not to be missed campsite that many vacationers and locals choose as their favorite camp. Here you have the beautiful Kaikoura Mountains to view as you take in the relaxed and charming country atmosphere.

There is also Forestpark at Rainforest Retreat and this is one of the newer sites that provides you with a place to stay that is close to the glaciers and Mirror Lake. Regardless of the campsite you choose, you are certain to have an unforgettable campervan holiday in New Zealand.

Campervan hire in New Zealand is one of the best ways to see this magnificent country. If you fancy standing out from the crowd, there is a range of campervans for hire, by Hippie Campers, all individually painted in psychaedelic patterns and colors. Hippie Campers specialize in campervan hire for New Zealand only, their prices are very reasonable and the quality of the vehicles is superb.