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Lots on offer here, straight roads make for easy driving but a zig zag approach is rewarded. Good place to get lost in. Watch out for local one eyed rugby fanatics.

Ashburton
Akaroa
Arthur's Pass
Banks Peninsula
Christchurch
Darfield
Geraldine
Hanmer Springs
Hawarden
Lyttelton
Methven
Oxford
Rangiora
Springfield
Springs Junction
Timaru

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Akaroa Farm Tours

Akaroa Farm Tours

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Ford Mustang

Touchdown Car Rentals

Touchdown Car Rentals

New cars at old model prices! As a caring independent we offer all the top brands including, Audi, BMW's, Mercedes, Toyota, Lexus,Subaru, Mitsubishi . Complimentary airport transfers and no hidden costs!

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39 Reviews

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Akaroa Guided Sea Kayak Safari

Akaroa Guided Sea Kayak Safari

Akaroa Wildlife Adventure

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Waihora Domain Camping Ground

Waihora Park Domain Camping Ground

Motukarara

Waihora Park Domain Camping Ground

Motukarara

Feature Value Info

Overnight Camping Site Cost

  • Low Cost Camping (NZ$1 to 10)

Overnight Camping Site Cost

What is the approximate per-person cost to camp or park your vehicle overnight?

Low Cost Camping (NZ$1 to 10)

Low Cost Camping (NZ$1 to 10)

You can expect very basic facilities only and often a beautiful location. A nominal fee is charged.

$10 per night per van or tent

Overnight Stay Rules

  • Camping and any vehicle Camping and any vehicle

Overnight Stay Rules

What are the accommodation rules for overnight stays at this campsite?

Camping and any vehicle

Camping and any vehicle

You are permitted to stay overnight and camp (with a tent) or in any vehicle.
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O'Neils Reserve

Overnight Campervan Parking

O'Neils Reserve

Overnight Campervan Parking

Feature Value Info

Overnight Camping Site Cost

  • Free Camping (NZ$0)

Overnight Camping Site Cost

What is the approximate per-person cost to camp or park your vehicle overnight?

Free Camping (NZ$0)

Free Camping (NZ$0)

It costs nothing to stay overnight. In general this means that you should not expect any facilities.

Overnight Stay Rules

  • Only in a vehicle Only in a vehicle

Overnight Stay Rules

What are the accommodation rules for overnight stays at this campsite?

Only in a vehicle

Only in a vehicle

Overnight stays are only permitted within a vehicle. Camping in a tent or out in the open is not allowed.
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9 Reviews

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Balloon Adventures

Up, Up and Away

Balloon Adventures

Up, Up and Away

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7 Reviews

5 Face-to-Face

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Avoid Camping Fines!

Each camping location is approved by a regional council in NZ. So if it shows on the map, you’re allowed to stay.

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Geraldine TOP 10 Holiday Park

Geraldine TOP 10 Holiday Park

Nestled at the foot of the rugged Southern Alps, Geraldine is the perfect place for a break …

Feature Value Info

Overnight Camping Site Cost

  • Premium Camping (NZ$21 to 30)

Overnight Camping Site Cost

What is the approximate per-person cost to camp or park your vehicle overnight?

Premium Camping (NZ$21 to 30)

Premium Camping (NZ$21 to 30)

Top quality facilities, powered sites and hot showers can be expected. Price is per person per night, based on a powered site for two people.

Non powered sites for 2 people in non peak times - $36-$39, Powered sites for 2 people in non peak times $45-$48.

Overnight Stay Rules

  • Camping and any vehicle Camping and any vehicle

Overnight Stay Rules

What are the accommodation rules for overnight stays at this campsite?

Camping and any vehicle

Camping and any vehicle

You are permitted to stay overnight and camp (with a tent) or in any vehicle.

Campsite Managing Organisation

  • TOP 10 Holiday Park TOP 10 Holiday Park

Campsite Managing Organisation

What type of organisation operates this campsite?

TOP 10 Holiday Park

TOP 10 Holiday Park

This holiday park is a member of the TOP 10 Holiday Parks group. TOP 10 Holiday Parks have, for over 35 years, set the standard for New Zealand Holiday Parks, so you can be assured of great value for money and beautiful clean facilities.

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71 Reviews

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Timaru Visitor Information Centre

Timaru Visitor Information Centre

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4 Reviews

4 Face-to-Face

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Backtrax Quad Bike Tours

Backtrax Quad Bike Tours

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12 Reviews

5 Face-to-Face

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Lake Taylor Camping Ground

Lake Taylor Campsite

Lake Sumner Conservation Park

Lake Taylor Campsite

Lake Sumner Conservation Park

Feature Value Info

Overnight Camping Site Cost

  • Low Cost Camping (NZ$1 to 10)

Overnight Camping Site Cost

What is the approximate per-person cost to camp or park your vehicle overnight?

Low Cost Camping (NZ$1 to 10)

Low Cost Camping (NZ$1 to 10)

You can expect very basic facilities only and often a beautiful location. A nominal fee is charged.

Overnight Stay Rules

  • Camping and any vehicle Camping and any vehicle

Overnight Stay Rules

What are the accommodation rules for overnight stays at this campsite?

Camping and any vehicle

Camping and any vehicle

You are permitted to stay overnight and camp (with a tent) or in any vehicle.

Campsite Managing Organisation

  • DOC Managed

Campsite Managing Organisation

What type of organisation operates this campsite?

DOC Managed

DOC Managed

Department of Conservation

This campsite is managed by the Department of Conservation. DOC is a New Zealand government organisation.

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The perfect family day out at McLeans Park

McLeans Island Park and tracks

McLeans Island Park and tracks

Loop Track. 30 mins on a bike

Feature Value Info

Payment Requirement

  • Free access/participation

Payment Requirement

Is there a cost for this experience or is it free?

Free access/participation

Free access/participation

The experience costs no money to access or take part in.
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2 Reviews

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Bealey Valley

Bealey Valley Walk

Arthur's Pass

Bealey Valley Walk

Arthur's Pass

2.4 km return | 50 minutes return (to river)

Feature Value Info

Track Difficulty

  • Easy walk Easy walk

Track Difficulty

Considering the track's terrain, safety, facilities - how hard is this walk to complete?

Easy walk

Easy walk

Track Length

  • 1km to 3km

Track Length

What is the physical length of this track?

1km to 3km

Track Duration

  • 30 mins to 1 hour 30 mins to 1 hour

Track Duration

How long does it take to walk this track on average?

30 mins to 1 hour

30 mins to 1 hour

Payment Requirement

  • Free access/participation

Payment Requirement

Is there a cost for this experience or is it free?

Free access/participation

Free access/participation

The experience costs no money to access or take part in.
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6 Reviews

4 Face-to-Face

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Camping NZ App

Every camping site on your iPhone™, iPad™ or Android™ phone or tablet. Avoid camping penalties using this council approved app. Featuring offline maps.

Download from the App Store Download Android app on Google Play

Castle Hill

Rock Climbing

Castle Hill

Rock Climbing

Feature Value Info

Payment Requirement

  • Free access/participation

Payment Requirement

Is there a cost for this experience or is it free?

Free access/participation

Free access/participation

The experience costs no money to access or take part in.
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24 Reviews

21 Face-to-Face

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Duvauchelle

Overnight Campervan Parking

Duvauchelle

Overnight Campervan Parking

Feature Value Info

Overnight Camping Site Cost

  • Free Camping (NZ$0)

Overnight Camping Site Cost

What is the approximate per-person cost to camp or park your vehicle overnight?

Free Camping (NZ$0)

Free Camping (NZ$0)

It costs nothing to stay overnight. In general this means that you should not expect any facilities.

Overnight Stay Rules

  • Self-contained motorhomes only Self-contained motorhomes only

Overnight Stay Rules

What are the accommodation rules for overnight stays at this campsite?

Self-contained motorhomes only

Self-contained motorhomes only

Overnight stays are only permitted if your vehicle is certified as being 'self-contained'. The vehicle must display the "Responsible Camper" sticker.

Campsite Managing Organisation

  • Local Council

Campsite Managing Organisation

What type of organisation operates this campsite?

Local Council

This experience is managed by a local council.

Payment Requirement

  • Free access/participation

Payment Requirement

Is there a cost for this experience or is it free?

Free access/participation

Free access/participation

The experience costs no money to access or take part in.
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Rangitata Rafts Ltd

Rangitata Rafts Ltd

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78 Reviews

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Cafes and Galleries in Akaroa

Cafes and Galleries in Akaroa

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Cool for kids of all ages.

Little River Campground

Okuti Valley, CLOSED UNTIL 1 OCTOBER

Little River Campground

Okuti Valley, CLOSED UNTIL 1 OCTOBER

A perfect place to start or finish your Banks Peninsula adventure. Woodland and bird sanctuary. Free WIFI and travel advice. Hot showers $2 for 5 minutes. Laundry and line. Eco camp with powered sites. Great for kids with river & forest to explore.

Feature Value Info

Overnight Camping Site Cost

  • Medium Cost Camping (NZ$11 to 20)

Overnight Camping Site Cost

What is the approximate per-person cost to camp or park your vehicle overnight?

Medium Cost Camping (NZ$11 to 20)

Medium Cost Camping (NZ$11 to 20)

Standard facilities of powered sites and hot showers can be expected. Price is per person per night, based on a powered site for two people.

$15/ adult, $10 for kids. $5 for power. This includes free wifi.

Overnight Stay Rules

  • Camping and any vehicle Camping and any vehicle

Overnight Stay Rules

What are the accommodation rules for overnight stays at this campsite?

Camping and any vehicle

Camping and any vehicle

You are permitted to stay overnight and camp (with a tent) or in any vehicle.

We have sites for vans and if you sleep in your car that is fine too.

Campsite Managing Organisation

  • Owner Operated Campsite

Campsite Managing Organisation

What type of organisation operates this campsite?

Owner Operated Campsite

This campground is independently operated by the owner.

Proud to be boutique and unique.
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Haka Tours

Haka Tours

Fully guided Adventure, Snow and MTB tours in small groups with passionate kiwi guides.

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Robbertsen

Singapore

Driving from Hanmer - Lewis Pass: The views are magnificant. Rough, rugged nature with beautiful rivers meandering through the landscape.

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2-Berth Standard

Affordable Motor Home Rentals

Affordable Motor Home Rentals

Flexible, Affordable & Convenient. Motorhomes, Campervans and SleeperVans, all Certified Self-Contained

Feature Value Info

Sleeping Capacities

  • 1 Berth 1 Berth…4 Berth  

Sleeping Capacity

What capacity vehicles are offered?

1 Berth

A single berth vehicle is a great option for solo adventures.

2 Berth

A two berth vehicle is a great option for getting the best driving flexibility.

3 Berth

A three berth vehicle is great for couples with a child or those who want a bit more space.

4 Berth

A four berth vehicle is great for families or couples who want room to groove.
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Hakatere Camping Reserve

Hakatere Camping Reserve

Feature Value Info

Overnight Camping Site Cost

  • Low Cost Camping (NZ$1 to 10)

Overnight Camping Site Cost

What is the approximate per-person cost to camp or park your vehicle overnight?

Low Cost Camping (NZ$1 to 10)

Low Cost Camping (NZ$1 to 10)

You can expect very basic facilities only and often a beautiful location. A nominal fee is charged.

$5 per person per nigh night, to a maximum of $20 per night per camping unit

Overnight Stay Rules

  • Self-contained motorhomes only Self-contained motorhomes only

Overnight Stay Rules

What are the accommodation rules for overnight stays at this campsite?

Self-contained motorhomes only

Self-contained motorhomes only

Overnight stays are only permitted if your vehicle is certified as being 'self-contained'. The vehicle must display the "Responsible Camper" sticker.
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Avalanche Peak Track

Avalanche Peak track

Arthur's Pass

Avalanche Peak track

Arthur's Pass

Time: 6 - 8 hr return

Feature Value Info

Track Difficulty

  • Hard walk Hard walk

Track Difficulty

Considering the track's terrain, safety, facilities - how hard is this walk to complete?

Hard walk

Hard walk

Track Duration

  • 4 to 8 hours 4 to 8 hours

Track Duration

How long does it take to walk this track on average?

4 to 8 hours

4 to 8 hours

Payment Requirement

  • Free access/participation

Payment Requirement

Is there a cost for this experience or is it free?

Free access/participation

Free access/participation

The experience costs no money to access or take part in.
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33 Reviews

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Kia Ora Campers

Kia Ora Campers

Personal Service With Pride: See New Zealand YOUR own way in a fully equipped 2, 4 or 6 berth campervan and forget about accommodation and transport worries… Check out our competitive rates and enquire now.

Feature Value Info

Sleeping Capacities

  • 2 Berth 2 Berth…6 Berth  

Sleeping Capacity

What capacity vehicles are offered?

2 Berth

A two berth vehicle is a great option for getting the best driving flexibility.

4 Berth

A four berth vehicle is great for families or couples who want room to groove.

6 Berth

A six berth vehicle will comfortably house a family even on a rainy day.
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Little River Rail Trail - Christchurch

Little River Railtrail

Christchurch

Little River Railtrail

Christchurch

Distance: currently just over 30km, it will be 45km when fully completed

Feature Value Info

Track Difficulty

  • Easy walk Easy walk

Track Difficulty

Considering the track's terrain, safety, facilities - how hard is this walk to complete?

Easy walk

Easy walk

Watch out for cyclists as well!

Track Duration

  • 4 to 8 hours 4 to 8 hours

Track Duration

How long does it take to walk this track on average?

4 to 8 hours

4 to 8 hours

Can be completed in sections

Payment Requirement

  • Free access/participation

Payment Requirement

Is there a cost for this experience or is it free?

Free access/participation

Free access/participation

The experience costs no money to access or take part in.
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2 Reviews

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Orton Bradley Park Camping

Orton Bradley Park Camping

Feature Value Info

Overnight Camping Site Cost

  • Low Cost Camping (NZ$1 to 10)

Overnight Camping Site Cost

What is the approximate per-person cost to camp or park your vehicle overnight?

Low Cost Camping (NZ$1 to 10)

Low Cost Camping (NZ$1 to 10)

You can expect very basic facilities only and often a beautiful location. A nominal fee is charged.

Overnight Stay Rules

  • Self-contained motorhomes only Self-contained motorhomes only

Overnight Stay Rules

What are the accommodation rules for overnight stays at this campsite?

Self-contained motorhomes only

Self-contained motorhomes only

Overnight stays are only permitted if your vehicle is certified as being 'self-contained'. The vehicle must display the "Responsible Camper" sticker.

Tent based camping available for 26 December to 6 February ONLY.
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Lousie Hug

United Kingdom

Fishing on Taramakau River, South Island: Caught some big trout and salmon. Great location and just by where we were staying.

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Lake Tennyson Scenic Reserve

Lake Tennyson Campsite

Molesworth Station

Lake Tennyson Campsite

Molesworth Station

Feature Value Info

Overnight Camping Site Cost

  • Free Camping (NZ$0)

Overnight Camping Site Cost

What is the approximate per-person cost to camp or park your vehicle overnight?

Free Camping (NZ$0)

Free Camping (NZ$0)

It costs nothing to stay overnight. In general this means that you should not expect any facilities.

Overnight Stay Rules

  • Camping and any vehicle Camping and any vehicle

Overnight Stay Rules

What are the accommodation rules for overnight stays at this campsite?

Camping and any vehicle

Camping and any vehicle

You are permitted to stay overnight and camp (with a tent) or in any vehicle.

Payment Requirement

  • Free access/participation

Payment Requirement

Is there a cost for this experience or is it free?

Free access/participation

Free access/participation

The experience costs no money to access or take part in.

Campsite Managing Organisation

  • DOC Managed

Campsite Managing Organisation

What type of organisation operates this campsite?

DOC Managed

DOC Managed

Department of Conservation

This campsite is managed by the Department of Conservation. DOC is a New Zealand government organisation.

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Springfield Jet Boat Tours

Springfield Jet Boat Tours

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Alpine Horse Safaris

Alpine Horse Safaris

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Coast Up Close

Coast Up Close

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Tandem paragliding flight with Nimbus Paragliding

Nimbus Paragliding

Nimbus Paragliding

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Rubicon Valley Tourist Centre

Rubicon Valley Tourist Centre

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