Tour the South Island in 7 Days
Seven days is definitely enough time to see some of the highlights of the South Island. However, you will want to make the most of your time by letting a local driver a
Travel Tips
Transportation
Tour the North Island in 5 Days
Take the guesswork out of organising a trip to the North Island of New Zealand by joining a tour! With limited time to explore New Zealand’s North Island, you won
Taking the Cook Strait Ferry Between Wellington and Picton
The country of New Zealand is split into two main islands, the North Island and the South Island. Apart from air travel, the most popular way
Tips for Camper Van Rental in New Zealand
The open road, ultimate freedom, a super budget travel method, parking up wherever you want for the night. Well, camper vanning in New Zealand isn’t exa
How to Get a Certified Self-containment Certificate
Having a self-contained campervan, motorhome or caravan is essential for any traveller wanting to save money on camping by being able to freedom cam
Where are the New Zealand Toll Roads?
As a traveller trying to save every cent you have in New Zealand for more of the fun stuff, nothing is worse than realising you are on a toll road. Ok, that might
How to Budget for a Car or Campervan Rental in New Zealand
Choosing a self-driven option to travel New Zealand gets more and more popular every year, and for good reason. Travelling in New Zealand is
You’ve Looked at It, Tried It, Now it’s Time to Sign for It!
This is the last leg of our guide to buying a backpacker car in New Zealand. It is the toughest of them all: the paperwork for
Tips to Get a Self-containment Certification for Your Campervan
For the ability to freedom camp and have all your living conveniences in one place while you’re travelling around New Zealand, it&
How to Drive in New Zealand
Backpacking New Zealand often involves a lot of driving. From Cape Reinga all the way down to Bluff, there are thousands of awesome sights to be seen and making your way ar
The New Zealand Road Trip: It All Starts with Buying the Right Car
Want to make sure that your car will last and you will be able to sell it at the end of your trip? Of course, you do! Buying a car in
Understanding Your New Zealand Car Insurance
In New Zealand, although it is no mandatory to have car insurance, a lot of backpackers do purchase some kind of cover so that they are able to afford the
Save Money on Car and Campervan Rentals
The concept is simple: relocate rental cars and drive them for free! Some car rental companies need cars and campervans moved from one branch to another. ItR
Driving Tips You Should Know in New Zealand
Hitting the road by buying or renting a car is a great way to travel around New Zealand to allow you to be flexible and get off the beaten track. (As well a
A Quick Guide to Carpooling in New Zealand
New Zealand is a country you will want to get around… A lot! There are epic activities and mind-blowing landscapes spread far and wide, so figuring out