One Way Campervan Hire Relocation from a $5 a day

Why So Cheap?

Rental companies frequently need to move and relocate campervans around the country. This can be due to seasonal changes or because demand for vehicles is greater in different cities due to festivals, sporting occasions or other events. Rather than pay for a driver to relocate a campervan, rental companies offer them to the travelling public at knock down prices producing the perfect win-win outcome.

How it Works

• The Campervan Rental Relocation list is updated each day at between 8.30am-9.30am (AEST) for travel in approximately the next 2-3 weeks. This is when the list is fresh and vehicles most likely to still be available. It's the best time to submit a relocation request as we are more than likely able to confirm your request. The relocations book quickly and therefore as the day progresses the availability becomes more limited.
• Select from the list of published deals above and complete the online request form.
• Vehicles are grouped by category 2R = 2 berth, 4R = 4 berth, 6R = 6 berth and 4WDR = 4 Wheel Drive
• You will be allocated a THL vehicle from the group selected. Vehicles are grouped per the table below. Please note that depending upon the relocation requirements on the day your vehicle may be upgraded to a larger model at pick-up. For example if you select a 2 Berth Campervan you may be upgraded to a 4 berth, 6 berth or 4WD Camper (with tent) when picking up the vehicle. Vehicles will always be upgraded never downsized. For example selecting a 4 or 6 berth vehicle will not be changed to a 2 berth.
• Once you have submitted your request, call us straight away on +61 3 9095 7460 or 1300 547 214.
• Rental days are calculated per calendar day.
• Rental cost is $5 per day up to the minimum days indicated.
• Any additional day is calculated at a fixed rate of NZ$50.00 per day for 01 April to 31 October and NZ$100.00 per day for travel 01 November to 31 March per day to the maximum days allowed as indicated.
• A holding fee of $75-$120 will be charged to your credit card and this is applied as a credit to your booking. This is not a booking fee. The balance of the rental cost, (or if you are entitled to a refund) is payable/refunded at collection of the vehicle by the depot staff. A non-refundable credit card surcharge of 1.9% applies to credit card payments.
• In New Zealand, mileage allowance for each rental is based on the Distance Chart - scroll down below. Excess kilometres will be charged at NZ$0.28/km
• VEHICLE DROP OFF (SAME ISLAND): Return time on the final day is 1200 hours (midday). A late fee of NZD$500 will be charged for vehicles returned after 1200 hours (midday).
• VEHICLE DROP OFF (CROSS ISLAND): Return time on the final day is 1500 hours (3pm). A late fee of NZ$500 will be charged for vehicles returned after 1500 hours (3pm).
• If you are relocating a diesel vehicle a Road User Charge Recovery Fee will apply (known as diesel tax), based on the number of kilometres travelled and is paid by the renter when the vehicle is returned. 2 berth - $6.84 per 100kms, 4 berth $7.24 per 100kms, 6 berth $7.24 per 100kms. These government imposed taxes are subject to change without notice.
• When booking with DriveNow there are no booking fees and no administration Charges. We believe in passing the full value of the deal through to you.
• Please ensure that you read New Zealand Relocation Terms and Conditions before submitting a request as these vary from standard rental agreements.

Bookings are subject to last minute cancellation and here’s why. Vehicles that are about to be relocated can be pressed into service should another vehicle breakdown or should a booking come in at full price for the same travel dates. In our experience over 15 years, this rarely happens, but it is a risk to be aware of and comes with the cheap one way rental rate. Essentially your booking is like a standby airline ticket where a seat on a plane may or may not be available. Please take this into consideration when making your booking and planning your trip.

The THL group (Maui, Britz, Mighty brands) reserves the right to amend a relocation booking where applicable and cancel a relocation booking if there is no longer a need to relocate the vehicle.

THL (Maui, Britz, Mighty brands) recommends booking flexible travel arrangements as relocations can be changed due to scheduling requirements. No refund will be given for any flights, accommodation or other reservations that may have been effected by the vehicle being withdrawn. Travel insurance is strongly recommended if you have flights booked and made additional arrangements.

Vehicle Grouping Categories

Frequently asked questions on New Zealand Campervan Rental relocations

Some of the more popular questions asked of our Reservations team on Campervan Relocations in New Zealand.

What fees will I be charged?

DriveNow charges no booking fees. We take a holding fee which is NZD$75-$120 at the time of booking and this is deducted from the total cost of your rental. In the event that you cancel a confirmed booking or fail to pick up the vehicle, a NZD$50 cancellation fee is charged by the rental company. As a result of bank processing fees a non-refundable credit card surcharge of 1.9% applies to credit card payments.

When will my booking be confirmed?

Once a DriveNow Reservations Team member has spoken with you on the phone and taken credit card details we will contact the campervan supplier, confirm the booking and email through details to you.**Please note the vehicle type booked may change prior to departure or be cancelled at the rental company's discretion, even on the day of travel**

Can I book a relocation vehicle for pick up in 4 weeks' time?

Sometimes! However as all campervan relocations are last minute they are generally in the next 2-3 weeks but definitely keep an eye out on the list!

Is there a Security Deposit/Bond on the vehicle? How do I pay for it?

Yes. The suppliers charge NZD$1000 security bond on collection of the vehicle. This has to be available on a credit card as the suppliers will debit these funds. Unfortunately cash and American Express cards are not accepted by the suppliers. The credit card will be processed and credited back at the end of the rental providing the vehicle is returned on time, undamaged and with a full fuel tank and gas bottle.

Can I reduce my liability on the standard Excess Insurance?

Yes. Options are available by paying a daily fee. Regardless of which option you take out the NZD$1000 bond is still required at collection of the vehicle.

Can I hire the vehicle for extra days?

Yes. Requests for extra days must be made at least 24 hours prior to the expected return date. Additional days are subject to availability and with a maximum rental period of 7 days. Where travel is between 15 December and 15 March the maximum rental period is 5 days for cross island relocation hires and 4 days for same island relocation hires. The extra day rate will be $50 per day for travel 01 April to 31 October and $100 per day for travel 01 November to 31 March; and must be paid by credit or debit card immediately. Where a customer is paying for extension days, they receive unlimited free kilometres. Extra days can be requested by contacting thl Rentals Reservations 0800 651 080. No refund is available for unused days.

What is the Road User Recovery Fee?

In July 2014 the New Zealand government introduced the Road User charge on diesel vehicles (petrol based vehicles pay through a levy on fuel) which is based on distance travelled. If you are relocating a diesel vehicle a Road User Charge Recovery Fee will apply, based on the number of kilometres travelled and is paid when you return vehicle.

• 2 Berth NZD$6.84 per 100km
• 3 Berth NZD$6.84 per 100km
• 4 Berth (Voyager, Double Down, Discovery, Cruiser, Encounter, Cascade) NZD$6.84 per 100km
• 4 Berth (excluding Voyager, Double Down, Discovery, Cruiser, Encounter, Cascade) NZD$7.24 per 100km
• 6 Berth NZD$6.24 per 100km

thl reserves the right to amend the Road User Charge Recovery Fee in response to changes in Government Road User Charges. Road User Charge Recovery Fee will apply for all kilometres travelled.

Are there any allowances for Inter-Island Ferry Crossing?

Yes. A ferry booking must be made at the time of booking/pick up if the vehicle is to cross between the North and South Islands. Where a free ferry is included, thl reserve the right to choose an off peak sailing. Any amendments to the ferry booking will be charged an amendment fee of NZ$25 per change. If the customer fails to cross at their booked time, they will be required to rebook and pay at their own cost with no refund available. If customer fails to collect the relocation vehicle without prior notification to thl any cancellation fees applicable to the ferry crossing will be charged to the customer in addition to the cancellation fee applicable to the rental. thl will pay for the ferry crossing cost for the vehicle and 1 driver only. All other passenger costs are the renters own.

What time can I pick up and drop off the vehicle?

You can collect your relocation from 10am. You must return the vehicle on the last day before 1200pm (midday) on same island relocations and by 1500 hours (3.00pm) on cross Island relocation rentals. There is a late return fee of NZ$500 if vehicles are returned after these times.

New Zealand Distance/Rental Days