New Zealand Self-Drive

A normal saloon or hatchback is sufficient for all of New Zealand’s main roads, but off the beaten track you may encounter unsealed roads, for which 4 wheel drive is helpful. We offer a comprehensive range of manual and automatic vehicles from a number of suppliers including Budget Rent A Car and Hertz Car Rental.

Both operators are Qualmark Endorsed Visitor Transport

BUDGET RENT A CAR
A range of manual and automatic vehicles seating 2-5 passengers is available, from a Daihatsu Sirion 1.3-1.4 litre manual to a Ford Territory 3-4 litre station wagon (or similar). For those looking for the fun and flexibility of a 4WD, we offer the Mitsubishi Outlander 2.0-2.4 litre automatic or the Mitsubishi Pajero 3.0-3.8 litre automatic. find out more »

HERTZ CAR RENTAL
A range of manual and automatic vehicles seating 2-5 passengers is available. Minimum rental charge for any vehicle is 3 days unless pick up and drop off is at the same location. find out more »

INSURANCE POLICY UPGRADE
(Excess Reimbursement Insurance)

The last thing you need at the end of your trip is an unexpected charge on your credit card.

Although you may have a fully pre-paid voucher for your car, you will still be required to present a valid credit card when you collect the vehicle for the deposit (sometimes referred to as the Excess). In the event you have an accident the car rental company will keep your deposit (Excess).

With specialist cover provided by Insurance4CarHire you can purchase what we believe to be a great car hire reimbursement insurance package. This insurance policy offers reimbursement for excess charges up to £2,000 in any one incident, covering accidental damage to the vehicle and damage to windows and tyres, as well as loss of car keys (up to £500).

You can take out the cover from as little as £4.75 a day for those aged between 21 and 74 (ideal for shorter breaks up to 9 days). find out more »

Or if you are a frequent driver overseas or away for more than 9 days, you may wish to consider an annual excess insurance policy; the 31 day Worldwide cover costs £65 (ages 21 to 74). This annual policy represents excellent value for money as each time you hire a car abroad during the year you benefit from another 31 days of cover for each trip. find out more »

Please note that these policies do not cover camper vans and are always subject to the same exclusions and conditions as stated in the standard insurance provided by the car hire company (unless specifically noted otherwise). For full details and options please follow the above links or speak to Insurance4CarHire direct on 0844 892 1770.

Note other vehicle providers may be used as occasion demands.

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