A classic Kiwi roadie is one of the best ways to explore New Zealand, but instead of staying at the bach these school holidays, explore further and make the most of your time on the road by taking your accommodation with you in a campervan.

Increasingly popular in New Zealand, campervanning has proven to be a fun, affordable and convenient way to take your family on holiday. If you’re considering a campervan trip, see why we think travelling this way makes for the ultimate family holiday.

A campervan makes holidaying easier

One of the benefits of hitting the road in a campervan is the convenience. Not only can you find an option to fit families big and small, but each campervan comes with the essentials you need to have the ultimate family holiday.

Campervans are brimming with thoughtful conveniences and stocked with fresh bedding, cutlery, and crockery, allowing you to comfortably go beyond with your whānau – and even your beloved family pet!

Most campervans are fully self-contained with their own kitchen and bathroom facilitates; allowing you to easily shower the kids before bed and whip together a family-favourite dinner all while you’re parked up at a stunning beach or lakeside.

Travelling in a campervan also offers great flexibility so if your plans change or your decide to travel further, you can.

See more, do more in a campervan

There really is no better way to experience New Zealand with your family than by campervan, enabling you to see more and do more across New Zealand.

Explore our destination guides

We’ve gathered the best family-friendly activities and eateries to help you make the most of your time away. Check out some of our favourite family destinations below.

• Northland
• Auckland
• Waikato
• Rotorua
• Taupo
• Taranaki
• Wellington
• Wanaka / Cromwell
• Queenstown
• Dunedin

Explore further

• Mini itinerary: 4 Days on South Island’s West Coast
• Mini itinerary: 4 Days in Nelson – Tasman
• Find more ideas in our family holiday planner
• 5 places to travel in a campervan these school holidays

Written by Kidspot New Zealand in partnership with Tourism New Zealand.