BANZ Travel Blog
Planning a campervan adventure in New Zealand? The BANZ Travel Blog is packed with practical advice, road trip inspiration, destination guides and campervan travel tips to help you make the most of your journey. Whether you’re travelling in a self-contained campervan for the first time, planning a North Island road trip, exploring the South Island or looking for freedom camping advice, you’ll find expert guidance from a team that has been helping travellers explore New Zealand since 1998. Browse our latest articles below or explore topics by category.

Campervan Hire New Zealand: What Matters
Planning campervan hire New Zealand? Learn what matters most on price, comfort, freedom camping, vehicle size and support before you book.

Manual versus Automatic Campervan
Manual versus automatic campervan – compare cost, comfort, hills and driving confidence to choose the best option for your New Zealand road trip.

How to Prepare for Winter Touring in NZ
Learn how to prepare for winter touring in New Zealand with practical tips on driving, packing, heating, route planning and staying safe on the road.

A Couple Campervan Roady With 2 MTB in NZ
Planning a campervan road trip with 2 MTBs for 4 weeks on the North Island of New Zealand? Here’s how to keep it practical and comfortable.

Top 9 Must Visit Campervan Camping Spots in New Zealand
Exploring the Wonders of Nature: A Journey Through the Great Outdoors

How to Choose Campervan Insurance
Learn how to choose campervan insurance with clear tips on cover, excess, exclusions and value, so you can travel New Zealand with confidence.

Campervan Maintenance and Reliability Tips
Campervan maintenance and reliability shape every road trip. Learn what matters most, what to check, and how to choose a van you can trust.

How to Choose Long Stay Camper Hire
Learn how to choose long stay camper hire for New Zealand with practical tips on size, comfort, costs, power, storage and support.

How to Choose a Hitop Campervan
Learn how to choose hitop campervan hire for New Zealand travel, with practical tips on size, layout, power, comfort, safety and value.