Road trip guides

Where you can actually freedom camp in New Zealand
Freedom camping in New Zealand is real, but it is governed by council rules and the self-containment law. Here is where you can legally park for the night, plus the apps and habits that keep you out of trouble. Read more...
Two road trips that start in our yard
Two ready-made campervan road trips that begin at our Auckland yard: a two-week North Island loop, and a four-week run around both islands taking in the ferry, the glaciers, Queenstown and Milford Sound. Read more...
Driving in New Zealand: what surprises overseas visitors
Left-hand driving, one-lane bridges, crosswinds and jet lag: the things that surprise overseas visitors driving in New Zealand, and how to handle each one calmly. Read more...
Buying vs renting a campervan: the maths
For any trip over about five to eight weeks, buying a campervan in New Zealand usually works out cheaper than renting. Here is the honest maths, with a worked example and the crossover point. Read more...