Looking for campervan hire in New Zealand that gives you total freedom to explore? Mad Campers offers innovative, self-contained campervans designed for comfort, reliability, and off-grid travel. With depots in Auckland and Christchurch, our campers are built by travellers, for travellers—so you can experience New Zealand your way.
Whether you’re planning a North Island road trip, South Island adventure, or freedom camping journey, Mad Campers delivers modern campervan hire with solar power, smart layouts, and no hidden costs—backed by in-house mechanics and 24-hour roadside support.
Why Choose Mad Campers for Campervan Hire in New Zealand
- Self-contained and non-self-contained campervan options
- Unlimited kilometres on all hires
- In-house mechanics for fast support and maintenance
- Camper induction and driver familiarisation included
- Transparent pricing with no hidden costs
- Designed for freedom camping and off-grid travel
Our team are passionate about exploring NZ’s great outdoors, so all of our campers are reliable and built to go the distance.
Mad Campers have been thoughtfully designed to optimize your travel experience with a high quality, innovative and functional fit out to help you get the most out of your NZ Campervan hire.
We’re really proud to offer added extras such as an extendable hose tap, a switch board controlling your electrics from the back of the camper, and our innovative design that provides you with HEAPS more living space!
Because we have in-house mechanics, we have complete confidence in all our vehicles, and should anything ever go wrong we have the knowledge and expertise to fix it quickly! It is imperative to us that any problems are resolved immediately so that you can get back on the road – and your holiday!
Mad Campers Deals
We’re travellers too, so we know all about the importance of budgeting for your adventure. That’s why we want to make sure we’re giving the legends who choose to travel with us the MADDEST deals in town!
Check out some of the awesome campervan deals we’ve got running…
Campervan Hire in Auckland & Christchurch
What’s Included with Mad Campers
- Self-contained campers suitable for freedom camping
- Camper induction so you know how everything works
- Driver training for NZ road conditions
- 24-hour roadside assistance
- Fully equipped kitchen and bedding
- Solar power, USB charging, and onboard electrics
- Unlimited kilometres
Our Campers
MAD TRACKER – 2 Berth – Certified Self-Contained
Designed for freedom camping with a permanently made double bed, full kitchen, solar power, and lithium battery system.
Explore New Zealand in comfort:
- The MAD TRACKER double bed is always made up – meaning you don’t have the hassle of constantly setting up and taking down your sleeping area, and you can enjoy separate dining and sleeping areas at the same time. Perfect if you like the occasional sleep in and are travelling with an early riser!
- Huge double bed size 1350mm wide x 2100mm long!
- A fully functional kitchen with fridge, sink, gas stove, microwave, toaster, extraction fan, pots & pans and utensils, salt, pepper, oil and dishwashing liquid
- Tap with hot and cold water
- 150amp hours of lithium battery to allow you camp comfortably whilst off the grid
- Campervan plug allows you to connect to powered campsites
- LED lighting detail throughout the living space
- 12 USB charging ports so you can be connected wherever you are in the camper!
- 6 New Zealand wall sockets to charge up your high powered items
- Battery system charges when driving and also through solar panels on the roof. Connect to mains power supply at campsites to fully charge the system
- Food grade plumbing throughout the camper
- All campers have key less entry
- Super security! All our vans come with an alarm / immobiliser
Road User Charge Recovery Fee: The Road User Charge Recovery Fee is payable on diesel vehicles upon vehicle return. The Road User Charge Recovery Fee will be calculated and collated on return of the campervan based on the kilometres travelled during the hire.
MAD EXPLORER – 2 Berth – Certified Self-Contained
Premium off-grid camper with large battery capacity, induction cooking, inverter power, and extended solar capability.
Explore New Zealand in comfort:
- We’ve designed the MAD EXPLORER so the bed is always made up – meaning you don’t have the hassle of constantly setting up and taking down your sleeping area, and you can enjoy separate dining and sleeping areas at the same time. Perfect if you like the occasional sleep in and are travelling with an early riser!
- A fully functional kitchen with fridge, sink, induction stove, extraction fan, pots, pans, utensils, salt, pepper, oil and dishwashing liquid
- Tap with hot and cold water
- Huge double bed – 2000mm x 1240mm
- Secondary batteries to allow you camp comfortably whilst off the grid
- 3000-watt pure sine wave inverter which allows you to use any appliance on the go
- The biggest battery on the market that enables you to be off-grid for longer periods
- 250-watt solar panel, VSR and off-grid charging
- Campervan plug allows you to connect to powered campsites
- An outdoor rinse-off hose which is perfect for washing the sand off your feet
- LED lighting detail throughout the living space
- 4 USB charging ports
- TV to watch your favourite movies from the bed or the couch
- Curtain and mosquito net combo so you choose when to keep the light and mosquitos out!
- Battery system charges when driving, and also through solar panels on the roof. Connect to mains power supply at campsites to fully charge the system.
- Food grade plumbing throughout the camper
- All campers have keyless entry
- Super security! All our vans come with an alarm / immobiliser, and a lockbox for your passport & valuables
Road User Charge Recovery Fee: The Road User Charge Recovery Fee is payable on diesel vehicles upon vehicle return. The Road User Charge Recovery Fee will be calculated and collated on return of the campervan based on the kilometres travelled during the hire.
MAD+ – 2 Berth – Certified Self-Contained
Spacious camper with onboard shower, toilet, large bed, and high-capacity power system.
The MAD2+ is the bigger and better version of our classic MAD2 – designed with extra comfort, power, and features so you can take your road trip to the next level!
We are incredibly proud of our fit outs which boast:
- Fully equipped kitchenette – microwave, fridge, sink, induction cook top, pots & pans, utensils, plus the essentials (salt, pepper, oil, dishwashing liquid).
- Huge bed (nearly queen size!) – stretch out and relax (1900mm x 1600mm).
- Onboard shower & toilet – extra convenience, whether you’re off-grid or at a campsite.
- Standing room – 1900mm tall!!
- Smart design – innovative layout with access from both the side and rear of the van.
- Plenty of power – 200amp hours of lithium battery, 300w solar panel and 2000w inverter to allow you to camp comfortably off grid.
- Campervan plug – allows you to connect to powered campsites.
- LED lighting – whether you’re cooking, reading in bed, or setting the vibe.
- USB powerpoints and NZ wall sockets – keep your devices charged and your music playing.
- Privacy curtains – block out the light when it’s time to rest.
- Food-grade plumbing – fresh-tasting water, always.
- Keyless entry & security – every camper comes with an alarm and immobiliser.
THE MAD ADVENTURER – 2 Berth – Non-Self-Contained
Rooftop-tent camper ideal for campsite travel and budget-friendly adventures.
Hit the road on a Mad Kiwi Adventure. We’ve introduced the MAD ADVENTURER to our fleet and are pumped about it!! Designed to take you comfortably from campsite to campsite (and EVERYWHERE in between) the MAD ADVENTURER is a non-self-contained vehicle – meaning it doesn’t have a toilet on board.
We are incredibly proud of our fit outs which boast:
- A fully functional kitchenette with fridge, sink, 2 burner gas cooker, pots & pans and utensils, salt, pepper, oil and dishwashing liquid
- A super comfy and spacious roof top tent (width 140cm, length 200cm, open height 100cm, closed height 33.5cm, capacity 2 people)
- Our tents provide comfortable space for adults to sit upright in either end of the tent. Offer full 360º panoramic windows, allowing air to circulate freely though the tent in warmer climates. The tent can be opened and closed in less than 1 minute by one person
NoMAD – Solo Traveller – Certified Self-Contained
Compact, economical camper designed for solo road trips with reduced fuel use and lower daily rates.
The NoMAD is the best camper in New Zealand for solo travel, without compromising on style! We get a real kick out of seeing our travellers head off on solo adventures, knowing you are in total control of where you go and how long you stay at each spot, who you spend time with – and how much time you choose to spend by yourself! And the money saved on daily rental means you can enjoy all the adventure tourism you want without breaking the bank.
The NoMAD allows you to save money AND reduce your impact on the environment. It allows you to travel in comfort at a much-reduced daily rate, in a vehicle that is easier to drive, far more economical – and has a lower carbon footprint than a van!
We are incredibly proud of our fit outs which boast:
- A fully functional kitchenette with fridge, sink, LPG 2 burner gas cooker, pots & pans and utensils, salt, pepper, oil and dishwashing liquid
- Extendable hose tap so you can wash your dishes after dinner… and your feet after the beach
- Large single bed (2000mm x 680mm)
- Room to stand! With 1900mm of height in the lounge of your camper, and heaps of space with a 600mm x 700mm lounge.
- Tons of storage!
- A secondary battery so you can listen to music, run the fridge and charge your electronics
- LED lighting so you can see what you are cooking or lay in bed reading
- USB powerpoints so you can plug in your music and charge your phone
- Curtains so you choose when to let the light in
- Food-grade plumbing to ensure your water always tastes fresh
- All NoMAD’s have key-less entry
- Super security! All our NoMAD’s come with an alarm / immobiliser
Our Depots
Auckland Campervan Depot
19 Hill Street, Onehunga
Auckland, 1061
New Zealand
Christchurch Campervan Depot
46 Belfast Road, Belfast,
Christchurch, 8051
New Zealand
Frequently Asked Questions about Mad Campers
Are Mad Campers vehicles self-contained?
Yes. Mad Campers offers both certified self-contained and non-self-contained campervans.
Where can I pick up a Mad Camper?
Vehicles can be collected from Auckland or Christchurch.
Do Mad Campers include unlimited kilometres?
Yes. All hires include unlimited kilometres.
Are Mad Campers suitable for freedom camping?
Yes. Many vehicles are certified self-contained and designed for off-grid travel.
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