Explore Christchurch and the South Island with a campervan rental from Road Genius. Compare hundreds of campervans across New Zealand all in one place.
Most campervan depots are located just a short distance from Christchurch airport. Christchurch also serves as a great jumping-off point for a one-way road trip. Popular routes include Queenstown, Wellington, and Auckland.
Renting a campervan in Christchurch typically costs between NZD $50 to $550 per day inclusive of most fees. The price depends on the vehicle's size, age, and type, as well as the booking length, time of year, drop-off location, and whether it's a one-way rental.
In New Zealand, "campervan" encompasses any motorized camping vehicle, with rental companies in Christchurch offering small 2-person vans up to large 6-berth or 7-berth motorhomes.
In New Zealand, most campervan rental companies require drivers to be at least 21 years old to rent a vehicle from their fleet.
A few companies allow drivers aged 18 to 21 however options are usually limited to certain models and may involve extra insurance costs.
To find suitable vehicles, enter the driver's age in our search tool, and we'll show you what's available.
To rent a campervan, every driver needs a valid, full driver's license. If you have a foreign license, it must be in English or have an official English translation. If not, you'll need an International Driving Permit (IDP).
Many rental companies offer one-way trips between the North and South Islands, with popular starting and ending points in Auckland, Christchurch, Queenstown, and Wellington.
Keep in mind that traveling one-way involves a ferry fee between the islands. Our support team is available to help you arrange your one-way rental.
Many campervan rental companies in New Zealand welcome pets, like dogs and cats, to join your adventure. You'll need to get approval ahead of time, and there might be a fee for additional cleaning.