Find a wide selection of campervans and motorhomes for hire in North Island and the surrounding area. Discover unique vehicles offered by private owners: from compact campervans for 2 people, perfect for couples, to spacious 6-berth motorhomes, ideal for families. Flexibility, competitive prices and insurance included.
New Zealand's North Island stretches across roughly 113,700 square kilometres and is home to the country's largest city, Auckland, as well as the capital, Wellington — two cities separated by about 645 km of diverse terrain. From the geothermal wonderland of Rotorua, where bubbling mud pools and erupting geysers sit right beside the town centre, to the volcanic plateau of Tongariro National Park, the North Island packs an extraordinary range of landscapes into a single road trip. The Coromandel Peninsula offers golden-sand beaches and native bush walks, while the Bay of Islands to the north is dotted with 144 subtropical islands perfect for kayaking and dolphin watching. Head inland and you will find the Waitomo Glowworm Caves, where thousands of tiny bioluminescent creatures light up underground rivers. The drive from Auckland to Napier covers around 420 km and takes you through rolling farmland into the Art Deco capital of the southern hemisphere. Roads across the North Island are generally well-maintained two-lane highways, with plenty of freedom camping spots and holiday parks suited to larger vehicles. Whether you fancy a compact campervan for winding coastal roads or a fully equipped motorhome for a longer family adventure, Yescapa connects you directly with local owners across the North Island, giving you more choice and often better value than traditional hire options. It is an ideal way to explore at your own pace.
The North Island enjoys a mild maritime climate, making it a year-round destination for campervan travel. Summer, from December to February, is the busiest period — book ahead if you plan to attend the Napier Art Deco Festival, held each February. Autumn (March to May) brings warm days and fewer crowds, ideal for exploring Tongariro and the Coromandel. Winter is perfect for soaking in Rotorua's hot springs. With Yescapa, you can often find better hire rates during the shoulder months, as peer-to-peer pricing tends to be more flexible than commercial fleets. Whenever you visit, the North Island delivers.
To help you plan your trip, we have selected six unmissable road trips, suitable for all travelers.
This 600 km route traces the North Island's eastern seaboard from Napier to Gisborne and on to Ōpōtiki. Pass through Mahia Peninsula and stop at Morere Hot Springs along the way. Allow 7–11 days to enjoy coastal campsites and uncrowded beaches — ideal in a campervan.
Cover 750 km on a grand loop from Auckland through Rotorua, Taupō, Wellington, and back via the Waikato. Over 10–15 days you can take in geothermal parks, the Tongariro Alpine Crossing, and Te Papa museum. A motorhome gives you room to settle in at each stop.
A compact 250 km circuit from Thames around the Coromandel Peninsula, taking in Cathedral Cove and Hot Water Beach. Three to six days lets you explore native bush trails and seaside freedom camping spots. Narrow stretches suit a smaller campervan perfectly.
This 280 km loop links Rotorua, Wai-O-Tapu, and Taupō, passing steaming craters and turquoise lakes. Spend 3–6 days soaking in hot pools and visiting Huka Falls. Holiday parks along the route offer full hook-ups for campervans and motorhomes alike.
Head 400 km north from Auckland to Cape Reinga, passing the Waipoua Forest and its giant kauri trees. Allow 5–8 days to explore Ninety Mile Beach and the Bay of Islands. Campsites are well spaced, and the relaxed pace suits a North Island road trip perfectly.
Covering 450 km from Taupō through Tongariro National Park to New Plymouth, this route follows the volcanic spine of the North Island. Over 5–8 days, visit Mount Ruapehu and the Forgotten World Highway. Larger motorhomes handle the well-maintained state highways with ease.
Discover step by step how we work. We accompany you at every stage of the rental process, both owners and travellers.
Discover
Find for a leisure vehicle near you or a destination idea according to your planned route, then specify the pick-up and return dates. The perfect vehicle for your road trip holiday is waiting for you!
Connecting people
Make one or more booking requests for leisure vehicles that have caught your eye and wait for the owners' responses. Once your request has been accepted, all you have to do is confirm your booking.
Pick-up
On the pick-up date, collect the vehicle and listen to the valuable advice of the owner for handling it; you are ready hit the road with family, as a couple or with friends.
Return
Once again, with the owner complete the vehicle condition check and sign the Rental Agreement as well as exchange your travel stories. All you have to do is imagine your next road trip!
The North Island offers a wide variety of campsites, from beachfront DOC (Department of Conservation) sites with basic facilities to fully serviced holiday parks with powered sites, hot showers, kitchens, and dump stations. Coastal spots line the Coromandel and Northland, while inland parks near Rotorua and Taupō often feature geothermal pools. Whether you are travelling in a compact campervan or a larger motorhome, you will find sites across the North Island with the hook-ups and space you need.
The North Island has no toll roads for general traffic, though the Northern Gateway Toll Road north of Auckland charges a small fee payable online. Speed limits for motorhomes and campervans under 3,500 kg match standard car limits — 100 km/h on the open road and 50 km/h in urban areas. Vehicles over 3,500 kg are limited to 90 km/h. State highways are mostly two-lane roads with regular passing lanes. Rest areas with toilets and rubbish bins appear frequently along major routes. Watch for one-lane bridges in rural areas, particularly in Northland and the Coromandel — give way signs indicate priority.
We had an amazing trip! Rafaela and Carina were so kind, and we couldn’t recommend their van enough 🤩🙏🏼 The van had everything we needed for a proper “van life” experience, and you can also stay at campsites whenever you want!
We hired a motorhome from Cemil for a week to travel around Switzerland. We also visited France, Germany and Liechtenstein. Before the trip Cemil was helpful and responded to questions promptly. On the day of pick up he met us at the train station and the handover was smooth and quick. At the end if the trip it was also a very smooth transition and Cemil kindly drove us back to the airport. The van was great - very easy to drive and everything worked perfectly. All tolls and insurance were covered. We were very happy with the motorhome and would highly recommend renting from Cemil.
We had a great experience hiring this motorhome. Everything went smoothly and we had absolutely zero issues throughout our trip. Fernando kept us informed about everything from the beginning and was very friendly and helpful. He was also very flexible with both the pickup and drop-off times, which made everything much easier. The location is perfect, especially if you're arriving via Prague Airport. We travelled all the way to Hungary and back to Poland, staying at several off-grid locations along the way. We had an amazing time at Lake Balaton in Hungary and also loved our stay at the Pod Opaleńcem campsite in Świeradów-Zdrój, Poland. We would definitely recommend this motorhome hire and would happily rent from Fernando again!
Had a great time renting Dario's van. The pick-up was smooth and we were off and driving very quickly. Would highly recommend!
We went for a 7 days trip with 2 of my friends. It was an amazing time. Camper was really great - in a good condition, clean, comfortable. We did 1000km without any problems. I can recommend this car and Alvaro as a very nice owner.
1st time we have hired a Motorhome, Sandrine was a joy to hire from, answered all of our questions as newbies. She couldn't make hiring their MH any easier, Their Motor home was in perfect condition we had the unlimited Km's option and the vehicle never missed a beat over the long distances we drove, Highly recommend Hiring from Sandrine 5 Star !!
