Yes, since freedom camping in New Zealand became legal in 2011 you can live in a campervan for an extended period of time. But a general rule is one cannot park in one spot indefinitely.
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Sleeping in your car in any public place is illegal and getting caught could land you an instant NZ$200 fine.
The answer is: of course! Campervans are specially equipped to keep you secure and comfortable during your trip around this beautiful country. And if the increasing number of campervan travellers is any indication, sleeping in a campervan is not only safe, it's also one of the best ways to enjoy New Zealand.
A campervan trip around New Zealand is not cheapIt's not only the rental price but on top of that, the insurance, one-way drop off fee, cost of a campsite each night and compared to a rental car, extra fuel costs. From our experience, the dream of a campervan trip around New Zealand often doesn't live up to reality.
Almost all holiday parks around New Zealand provide access to hot showers, flush toilets, laundry facilities, lounge areas and communal kitchens. On average, it will cost you about NZ$35-40 per night (for 2 adults) to park your campervan at a powered holiday park site.
In New Zealand your car plus the caravan must not exceed 22m long, your caravan including the drawbar must not exceed 12.5m long and your vehicle and the caravan must not be more than 2.55m wide.
Consider the weatherRoads in New Zealand are often single lane and windy, so it's important you drive here with extra caution and adjust your speed to the weather conditions. During winter, black ice can be problematic on New Zealand roads. The ice is transparent and almost impossible to spot.
The term campervan usually refers to a smaller 2 to 3 berth vehicle.While many campervans include bathrooms and kitchens, they are typically more compact than the average motorhome.