The most magical New Zealand road trips take place in winter. Choosing to roam by campervan or motorhome can make the journey even more special — experiencing the country’s untamed beauty from a unique winter perspective.   In this blog, we discuss what it’s like to travel by campervan through a New Zealand winter, why you should take a winter campervan road trip and what you can do during wintertime. We also call out some top tips for winter travelling across the country.   In addition, a few of the Wilderness marketing team share tips based on their own exp ..read more

  Are we there yet?   This classic phrase is synonymous with kids on long-distance trips — but it doesn’t need to transfer to your motorhome holiday.   In this blog, we discuss how to plan a road trip that will be fun and exciting for your youngest family members. We also look at what to pack and how to create a safe and comfortable environment for a boredom-free campervan vacation.   We also share expert tips from parents on our Wilderness marketing team who have experienced the joy (and frustration) of travelling in a motorhome with their kids ..read more

  Exploring New Zealand with a young child can be an unforgettable experience — especially if your mode of transport is a motorhome hire with the wonder of the open road ahead.   But travelling with a young kid is a completely different experience to adventuring when you were young, free and independent. It requires more planning, particularly planning around keeping your youngster safe — and safety while travelling means a child restraint.   In this article, we discuss New Zealand’s child restraint laws, the child restraint options available to you, how to install Wilderness m ..read more

  Fiordland National Park in the southwest corner of New Zealand is arguably the most striking of the country’s 13 national parks. It’s a major part of Te Wāhipounamu — a UNESCO World Heritage site with the best modern example of the flora and fauna of ancient Gondwanaland.   By far the most popular place to visit in Fiordland is spectacular Milford Sound. But is it the most amazing natural experience in the region?   In this blog, we compare a motorhome adventure to Milford Sound with an expedition (partly by motorhome) to Doubtful Sound. We compare the weather, the journeys ..read more

  One of the most amazing roads you can drive, in New Zealand and across the globe, is State Highway 94 (SH94) — the Te Anau Milford Highway.   It can be tempting to drive directly to Milford Sound, then directly back to your base in Te Anau or Queenstown in one long day. However, by doing so, you’ll miss out on a lot of the spectacular scenery, wildlife and walking trails along the way.   In this blog, we highlight everything that deserves your attention on the road to Milford — from the Mirror Lakes to Key Summit and Monkey Creek to Lake Marian. Plan to take your time so you ..read more

  The true magic of New Zealand is in its hidden gems — those off-the-beaten-track places that you might sometimes miss unless you have local knowledge. It’s these locations where you’ll find peace, tranquillity and superlative landscapes that the country is famous for.   In this blog, we share some New Zealand motorhome travel tips, such as utilising freedom camping spots, embracing the outdoors, shopping for community food produce and chatting to the locals.   Enhance your motorhome holiday experience by following some of our expert advice — and avoiding crowded tourist traps ..read more

  With dramatic snow-capped mountains, incredibly diverse landscapes and easy access to remote lakes and rivers, it’s no wonder hiking New Zealand’s outdoors is hugely popular. However, venturing into the backcountry involves some risks and it’s crucial to know what they are and how to minimise them — for the safety of you and your travelling companions ..read more

  With another majestical mountain, photographic lake or impressive valley around the next corner, trail etiquette can sometimes be forgotten. However, it’s important to be mindful of other people on walking tracks and aware of New Zealand hiking etiquette — so you can seamlessly blend into the local landscape ..read more

  Stunning viewpoints, culinary excellence, beautiful beaches and an abundance of activities — all supported by a fascinating history. This is your motorhome guide to New Zealand’s biggest city, Auckland.   ..read more

  Planning to hire a motorhome for your upcoming trip around New Zealand? Besides looking into the websites of a few rental companies, you may have also noticed sites offering private RV hires. But what are the differences between hiring from an established rental operator and a private hirer? In this blog, we look a little deeper into both options — from availability to customer service and on-road support to insurance, cost and quality ..read more