Looking for Campervans in Nelson? We review 5 local campervan hire agencies.
Nelson is a picturesque city at the top of New Zealand’s South Island, sitting on the edge of Tasman Bay. One of NZ’s most sun-drenched regions, Nelson naturally boasts an incredible outdoor environment, with outdoor activities galore such as hiking, kayaking, or biking. It’s a great place to spend a few days’ road tripping, and parking up in incredibly gorgeous spots to enjoy all that this region has to offer. With three stunning National Parks to choose from, you’ll want to drive slowly and take time to explore the Abel Tasman National Park, Nelson Lakes National Park, and the huge Kahurangi National Park before heading to the West Coast and further South to explore what’s on offer.
Because of its great location and outdoorsy vibe, it’s only natural that Nelson has a wide variety of campervan hire companies to choose from, most within close proximity to each other in the main city centre.
| Distances and Speed: km/h
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Toll Roads: No
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Drive on which side of road: Left
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Distance to:
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| Kaikoura – 243.2 kms
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Christchurch – 415 kms
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Queenstown – 809.1 kms
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Dunedin – 769.7
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Superb 1
CamperCo is a di/screet yet recognised campervan and motorhome rental company in New Zealand. They cater for 2 to 6 people and are positioned in the budget to mid-range market. Their focus on just supplying for the South Island has proved to be an advantage as they are one of only a few companies that have depots in 4 cities of that island.
Superb 4
Discover NZ Motorhomes is a small motorhome hire company that offers 2-6 berth campervans and motorhomes. They have depots in Auckland and Christchurch with facilities in Nelson, Picton, and can arrange a location to Blenheim, Queenstown, Greymouth, or Wellington.
Excellent 1
Previously Backpacker Sleepervans, now Tui Sleepervans—the company is still a family-owned business under Tui Campers, who also market Budget Campers, Freedom Campers, Captain Billy's 4WD Hire, Tasmania Campers, and Economy Rental Cars in New Zealand. They have an impressive fleet size and are well known for simple sleepervans that are highly affordable yet only caters a maximum of two people.
Excellent
Formerly Road Abode, Travel NZ is a family-owned rental company that offers 2 to 6 berth campervans and motorhomes, with pick up and drop off locations in Nelson, Picton, Queenstown, and Christchurch. The company’s focus is to provide a quality campervan hire that does not compromise your budget.
OK 9
Tui Campers is a high-end yet cost-friendly rental service that is part of the Tui Brand that offers fantastic older luxury vehicles at reasonable prices. Tui Brand also is the parent company of Tui Sleepervans, Budget Campers, and Freedom Campers.
