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Pureroa Forest Trip

Easter, so off to the Pureora forest vai Hamilton and Te Awamutu to visit Denise's sisters. First stop the Hamilton Gardens where an Egyption garden had been added since I was last there.

On then vai Lake Nga Roto and Te Awamutu to the DOC camp at Pureroa.

Nice big camp with only about 4 other campers who appeared to be doing the Timber trail bike ride, which I plan to do part of it one day. It was cold at night like 2 degrees cold, and I knew my gas bottle was getting low. Sure thing at 4.30 in the morning I awoke to a cold van so it was out into the 2 degrees to swap gas bottles. Lesson learnt. Next day I went for a bike ride to the forest lookout finding some old machinery on the way.

Then a short tramp through the Tototara bush track where one gets to acknowledge the massive trees that once covered the country. This forest was saved from milling by protestors in 1978 to enable us to enjoy the magnificent trees.

Many interesting things on this walk including a fern that looked like noodles.

The following day we walked a section of the bike trail. I was expecting a trail like I was used too, wide flat and graveled, but no this trail was narrow and twisting in and out of trees.

The trail passed an old crawler tractor that was used to gather fallen Totara logs and make them into posts and battens for the farming community. It had blown it's engine so was just left in the forest where it stopped to become an attraction on todays trail.

On the way back to camp passed the Easter Bunny having a nap after delivering all those easter eggs.

Next day headed to our next DOC camp at Kakaho. It was a forestry road and some of the pot holes would never see the sun, they were that deep. Passed the center of the North Island found by stringing a cut out map of the North Island to see where it balanced and this was the spot. At this DOC camp we tramped the Rimu walk through more impressive giant trees. This walk was a bit more challenging with many stairs.

But the view of Mount Pureora from the top was worth it.

There was only one other camper here so a very peaceful final night which included tea by the fire. Home the following day, a great trip to see some of those massive trees.

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Excerpt from this story from Patagonia:

In my various travels, I’ve often noted that if a country has trees, children will climb them. (The only place this appears not to be the case is in cities like New York and London, where the law forbids it, as do neurotic parents. I recently overheard a mother in Rockefeller Park shout at her daughter, who was scaling a tiny Macedonian pine, “You get down out of that tree. You’re going to get all sticky, and I don’t want to hear none of it!”) Despite the inherent dangers, many children regard the branches of a tree as a haven rather than a terror, a realm apart from the terrestrial, adult world. The psychologist J.O. Quantz theorized in 1897 that over the course of “a few thousand generations,” during which humans climbed into trees to escape predators and find sustenance, we evolved to regard trees as “natural protectors.”

Increasingly, the roles are swapped: we are the protectors of the trees (as well as their greatest predators). So it is fitting that, when all other forms of protection fail, climbing a tree remains our last means of saving it from being cut down. The act of “tree-sitting”—camping out high in a treetop as a means of protest—began in New Zealand in 1978. To protect against the logging of the Pureora Forest, home to sacred totara trees and rare kōkako birds, protestors followed the example set by Edward Abbey (whose The Monkey Wrench Gang had appeared just three years earlier) and resorted to disruptive pranks and stunts, but in the gentlest ways they could devise. First they attempted to block the logging road by planting native tree seedlings across it. When that failed, an activist named Stephen King (no relation to the author), who was known as the “barefoot botanist,” free-climbed up into a totora tree and strung up a wooden pallet high in the branches. He and five allies, including his 12-year-old brother, lived in the treetops for about a week. Ingeniously, they revealed their location only to reporters, but remained hidden whenever loggers were nearby, so the loggers never knew which tree they were in, and therefore couldn’t cut down any trees without fear of killing them. A public outcry ensued, and the logging was called off.

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The glowworm cave in Waitomo

Then admire the shimmering lights of thousands of fireflies as you glide through the quiet darkness of this magical underground world. For those looking for adventure and an adrenaline rush, the Waitomo Caves are the place to be. On damp rocks you will descend step by step, into the cave. A very interesting guided tour through a great, small stalactite cave. Extraordinary are the glowing worms, because they only exist there. nor the Morocco Waterfalls, the Pureora Forest and the limestone bridge of Mangapohue. Especially impressive are of course the parts of the cave where the glowworms are in abundance. The small worms are the larval stage of a mayfly. The adult animals have no digestive system. The laid eggs develop into the little worms. If the two-hour boat tour in Te Anau costs 75 NZD per person, the 45-minute tour in the Waitomo Caves costs 49 NZD per person. It is understandable that not every travel fund can afford this.

Bus tour "Discover the North Island"

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This has increased until today because I like to spend the night in a tent in the wilderness and try to capture the beauty of nature with my camera.

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No matter which tour you choose - the Waitomo Caves are an absolute wonder of nature worth seeing.that cars are broken into more often here, so hide your valuables and take the most important things with you. Our appointment for 15h is at Waitomo Caves. Afterwards another unique surprise is waiting for tourists. "An exercise that the group had previously practiced in daylight, from a jetty into a small, ice-cold lake. "Don't think, just jump," shouts the cave guide. About the life of the "Children of Indersdorf". It was only discovered in 1911 while hunting by the Maori Ruruku Aranui. By the way, only about 100 kilometers northeast of here is the town of Matamata - the film set for Hobbingen from the Lord of the Rings movies is still standing here today. We have compiled further Lord of the Rings film locations for you. The entrance fee is not without costs and starts at about 50 NZD for adults. Read more about campervan hire New Zealand here. Nature has always interested me. Regardless of age, I enjoyed spending time outside.

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Day 24: Historic No. 10 Camp to Taumarunui I’d probably had the best sleep in my tent since starting this haerenga and was on the trail about an 1hr earlier than I usually do. I have my routines which always finish with my stretches because my body isn’t used to this much movement over consecutive days. The walk out was gentle and scenic. I’d gotten to the spiral just before 11 and realised if I picked up my pace, I could continue to Taumarunui that day! Side note: Caves freak me out. Do they freak anyone else out? They’re always hollow, cold and dark and i always feels empty walking through them. It feels like the mountain is mourning the loss of part of its body or soul. ANYWAYS - as I pushed on, more and more bikers were passing me to get to the end of the trail. One had an ultralight pack with hiking poles in it. It was a young guy named Billy who is also Hiking Te Araroa! He had a bike to continue to Taumarunui but wasn’t feeling the two wheels compared to his two feet. At about 200m from the end, one of the sons from Camp Epic passed and offered Billy a ride to Taumarunui. “Can I have a ride too?” I yelled as he cycled off. And that’s the story of how I bypassed 26km. Juls, our driver and saviour, shared how Pureora Forest Park has the highest population (about 400) of Kōkako in NZ. Fun Fact Yo! https://www.instagram.com/p/CVzVmUHhShl/?utm_medium=tumblr

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Today's post by DANNY : DE HEK is "Victoria" Experience the joy of finding little-known, hidden places, in the wilderness zone between Reefton on the West Coast, and Lewis Pass. Experience the joy of finding little-known, hidden places, in the wilderness zone between Reefton on the West Coast, and Lewis Pass in the Southern Alps. The Victoria Forest Park is a seldom-visited mountainous expanse that has the honour of being the largest forest park in the country. The park contains some of our finest beech forests and fascinating mining relics of the historic Reefton quartz gold workings. There are heaps of activities to cater for all tastes, including walks along old mining trails, tramps over steep tussock ridges, hunting for chamois and red deer, fishing for rainbow and brown trout, gold panning, camping, 4WD trips and horse-trekking. Reefton is a suitable place to begin your explorations of the park. This pleasant town got its name from the gold-bearing quartz reefs in the area. It is the centre of some great walking country leading up towards the Lewis Pass. Reefton installed electric street lighting in 1888 before the rest of New Zealand. #Aorangi #Catlin #Coromandel #Craigieburn #Hanmer #KaimaiMamaku #Kaimanawa #Kaweka #LakeSumner #MountRichmond #NewZealandForestParks #Northland #OtagoGoldfields #Pirongia #Pureora #Raukumara #Rimutaka #Ruahine #Tararua #VictoriaandWhirinaki Read the full article

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Pureora - an anti-logging protest waiata

By Dr. Hirini Melbourne of Tühoe, Kahungunu

Tārere ana au, i te aka o te rata;

I te waonui o Pureora, Aue!

Tārere e he pungawerewere;

Piri i te pito o te tukutuku;

Poipoia nei e te hau.

Puhipuhi e pātuki ohorere taku manawa

Pātuki pakakē aku taringa;

I te wēwē wēwē o te kani mīhini;

Pua auahi poro rākau

Rere ana te kongakonga;

Rere ana te maramara;

Wawā wawā wawā te wao o Pureora.

I te wēwē wēwē wēwē o te kani mīhini;

Pua auahi poro rākau

Oma kau ana ki te tauhuna i ahau

Pātuki ohorere taku manawa;

I te porotanga o te waonui ō Pureora.

Aue, taukiri e! Aue, taukiri e!

Kua mutu.

I'm swinging out on a rata vine in the great Pureora forest, Yaaaay! swinging like a spider attached by an umbilical cord from its web billowing about in the breeze. Then a loud noise starts my heart pounding for suddenly assaulting my ears is the whining of a chainsaw clouds of tree-cutting smoke sawdust flying woodchips flailing scattering bits of Pureora forest everywhere. The whining of that chainsaw and clouds of tree-cutting smoke makes me run away to hide myself, my heart suddenly pounding at the felling of the great Pureora forest. Alas, so sad! Alas, so sad! It is all coming to an end.

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Waitomo Glowworm Caves in New Zealand

A 4 hour dry exploration tour of the caves and canyons. You should be free from giddiness and have a good balance.

The Waitomo Glowworm Cave on New Zealand's North Island is considered to be a hidden wonderful underground attraction. Waitomo Cave became famous for its glowworms (Arachnocampa luminosa), which cannot be compared with the glowworms from Central Europe. These worm-like larvae hang from the cave ceiling and emit a bluish light.

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They are called Glowworms and are mushroom mosquito larvae that hang from the ceilings of the caves and from here they let sticky threads hang down to catch insects.the Maori this is also the most culturally important place (wahi tapu), because in former times their dead were buried here.

Part of the fascination is the feeling of entering an exotic world.the more adventurous, there is Blackwater Rafting, where you float through the caves with a rubber tire, or a rope bridge, with which you glide through the darkness. If a prey animal sticks to the thread, the larva draws in the thread and eats the animal. On rubber tires you can plunge into the underground floods or let yourself be abseiled into the hundred meter deep darkness. The tours take place daily from 9 to 17 o'clock on the hour and every half hour. Adults have to reckon with about 28,50€, for children the ticket is already available for 12,50€.

Cave Action in the Waitomo Caves

Since the tours usually don't take more than an hour, you have the rest of the day to explore the area around the caves. Also the Moroccan Waterfalls, the Pureora Forest and the limestone bridge of Mangapohue. As far as I know, all of these can only be visited via local providers. We use cookies to personalize content and advertisements, provide social media features and analyze traffic to our website. Read more about campervan hire New Zealand here.

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The fully equipped kitchen including microwave, shower, toilet and heating or air conditioning leave nothing to be desired for the whole family. The Kiwi 2-3 bed motorhome is perfect for a pleasant and cozy trip through New Zealand for two, but also offers enough space for a family with a child.

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An international driver's license is required and is only valid in conjunction with the national driver's license. The Platinum insurance option includes the costs for all extras to be rented including GPS, ZERO deductible, one-time replacement of the complete windshield, stone chips on the windshield and 2 spare tires. For vacationers with children, a visit to the Kelly Tariton's Encounter & Underwater World Aquarium is a must. The Gold Insurance Option CDW 2 also includes the cost of the picnic table and chairs and child seats. A NZ $ 60 surcharge applies to all New Zealand national holidays. Fortunately, the network of campsites is also very fine-meshed. The Department of Conservation (DCC) maintains many affordable, government-owned campsites. Those who value power supply and showers can also find a place at the commercial "Holiday Parks" for a little more money. In the high season, these are often fully booked (a reservation is recommended) and the limited arrival and departure times occasionally force game -Camp.

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Car rental companies only rent around 30% of their vehicles directly through their websites. The other 70% are rented out through intermediaries such as MotorHome Republic so that the providers cheap New Zealand motorhome do not sit on their vehicles. MotorHome Republic gets great deals & discounts to rent as many campervans as possible. MotorHome Republic offers the largest selection of vehicles as the company works with more than 50 different suppliers. 5 days. This minimum rental period increases to 7 days for all rentals between May 1 and September 30 and to 14 days for all 4 and 6 bed camper rentals between December 15 and 10.

After the cultural program, relaxation in nature is the order of the day at Lake Taupo. Don't miss the Maori rock paintings in Mine Bay, which can only be reached by boat. There are also hikes through the Pureora Forest Park rainforest. For bookings made 120 days in advance, there is a 5% discount on the standard daily prices. Our friendly and experienced team will now check the availability of our vehicles and respond to you within 24 hours. The Automobile Club New Zealand (AA) shows a video "Driving in New Zealand".

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Motorhome Rentals Auckland

KIWI Motorhomes New Zealand accepts VISA and MasterCard. A transaction fee of 2.0% will be charged. Billing is done in New Zealand dollars. The Platinum insurance option includes the costs for all extras to be rented including GPS, ZERO deductible, one-time replacement of the complete windshield, stone chips on the windshield and 2 spare tires. Start your self-driving adventure with the premier RV rental company in America, Apollo Motorhome Holidays. The selection of campsites on the North Island is diverse, so you can rent a pitch to suit all budgets and tastes. Those who can do without luxury and get by with public toilets and showers are happy about the hospitality of the kiwis. For example, the police will usually turn a blind eye when you park the RV on the beach or in a side street to spend the night there.

We strive to offer affordable quality vehicles at fair and transparent conditions. Since our founding in 1991, we've done everything we can to deliver well-maintained, modern vehicles. Auckland is the largest city in New Zealand and is located in the middle of a picturesque coastal landscape. The high quality of life attracts a third of all New Zealanders here and ranks among the top 10 worldwide.

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Diverse landscapes, high mountains with countless hiking trails, lakes, wine-growing regions and interesting cities. The landscape of the South Island is as varied as few regions in the world. Gold-colored beaches, turquoise blue sea, fjord landscapes, glaciers, natural islands. Since we have already gained some experience with campers in New Zealand, many questions are asked about the topic. We are very happy about that (please do not hesitate to ask further!) And so that you also get some of it, we have written down the questions and our answers to them here.

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Cap Reinga is the northernmost point of New Zealand - from from here you can look far out over the sea.

Auckland is the largest city in New Zealand and is located in the middle of a picturesque coastal landscape.

The 230 wineries of Hawke's Bay, Wairarapa and Marlborough wine regions are connected via this travel route, Wellington and the Marlborough Sounds are absolute highlights. 5% early bird discount on standard daily prices for bookings received 180 days in advance. 20% discount, the one-way fee and the ferry crossing for the vehicle free of charge for rentals from August to October. All turning circles motorhomes are fully equipped to allow you a relaxing and comfortable New Zealand holiday. Here we answer questions that are often asked before the vacation. After the cultural program, relaxation in nature is the order of the day at Lake Taupo. Don't miss the Maori rock paintings in Mine Bay, which can only be reached by boat. There are also walks through the Pureora Forest Park. From the harbor you can start a boat tour to explore the volcanic islands. Although Wellington is the capital of New Zealand, Auckland has significantly more inhabitants, making it the largest city in the country. It cannot boast as many museums, art galleries and theaters as is the case in culture-loving Wellington, but Auckland also has charming sights that are worth visiting for at least a day and a half - especially if you bring a lot of time for the holiday and because of the long time Flight recovery needs. Auckland on the North Island of New Zealand stretches over 50 inactive volcanoes. Beach lovers should definitely drive the RV north-west towards Great Exhibition Bay, because the Ninety Mile Beach is worth seeing. Please enter your details below and you will receive a suitable offer as soon as possible. Processing time is between a few minutes Mighty campervan and a maximum of 24 hours. Availability is limited. Inquire about your motorhome or book available vehicles cheaply and directly. Here is a selection of the available motorhomes in New Zealand. We found a mixture of all camping options best and made the selection dependent on the location of the camping site. We stood a few Mighty campervan days in the remoteness of New Zealand with the motorhome and enjoyed nature, but then we were able to do a lot centrally move into a camping site in Queenstown and use the short distances. Before you leave Auckland with your camper, you should explore the exciting city nestled between the Pacific and the cheap campervan hire NZ Tasman Sea. The nickname "City of Sails" is no coincidence - water sports, especially sailing, are very popular.

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Taranaki Tribulations part 2

Down from the Moki tunnel the road wound through the Tangarakau gorge next to the Whanganui river. This is the only part of the forgotten highway that is not sealed, although work was in progress to seal this part. It was on this “work in progress” area that disaster struck. I pulled over onto the shoulder to let an approaching car and trailer past but the firm looking shoulder turned out to be anything but firm. I suddenly found myself in axel deep mud on the left with my right wheels still on the new seal. 

Fortunately there was a road inspection man checking on the new seal and came to my assistance. He drove back up to the works site trying to find a rope. He returned shortly with no rope but with a small furniture van that hopefully could pull me out of this situation. They didn’t have any rope but with plenty of straps that held their furniture in place. Joining these straps into a tow rope he attempted to tow me out. My van has a traction control button, essentially a diff lock function which I had never used. With this engaged and the furniture van  pulling and with both my drive wheels spinning, albeit the right hand one digging a nice hole in the new seal,  we were soon back on terra firmer. With nothing damaged except ones pride we continued on into Tamaranui. The rain returned with vengeance here and the decision was made to find a camp for the night. I chose the Ngaherenga DOC camp site in the Pureora forest park. It was a tad further than I thought and we arrived there in the dark. Trying to find a nice spot on a water logged grass area in the dark, with thoughts of a recent getting stuck episode on my mind, was a bit nerve racking. However the morning dawned fine and we found we were the only inhabitants in the park except for the prolific bird life, and as a bonus no hint of getting stuck. Not far from the DOC park we stopped at the impressive Pouakani Totara Tree. There was an article about this tree in one of my campervan magazines.

The tree is over a thousand years old and is the largest Totara tree in the world. Sounds American claiming largest in the world, as they do with almost everything, but this is one impressive tree. Was a nice forty minute walk through the bush but a nice break. Onwards and home bound now, cross the Whakamaru dam, lunch near Atiamuri, Rotorua and home. A good trip, a bit wet and one little oops but really enjoyable. Next trip is ...........

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This must be done by a accredited translation agency. If you send us a copy of your driver's license (by fax or email) after your first partial line, we will do the translation for you free of charge. At 328m, it is the highest television tower in the southern hemisphere. The lowest viewing platform impresses with a glass floor, the revolving restaurant spoils with culinary highlights and a wonderful panorama. Moreover, nature lovers who rent a camper in Auckland can visit Waiheke Island. Surrounded by vines and secluded beaches, you will find complete peace and deceleration here. The hike to one of the viewpoints rewards sporty guests with an impressive sea view. Rafting is possible in Kaitiaki Adventures Park on Lake Rotorua and an absolute recommendation. In New Zealand, the largest cities are Auckland and Christchurch. Accordingly, there are also most of the providers and vehicles that can be rented cheaper there than other cities in New Zealand. We do not recommend renting campers in cities like Queenstown, Picton or Dunedin, as they are relatively more expensive there. dine while slowly turning around the axis of the tower. We booked a rental car for our vacation. Price was very cheap. We only paid € 7 per day. With a few exceptions, it is cheaper to book the vehicle early. The Platinum insurance option includes the costs for all extras to be rented including GPS, ZERO deductible, one-time replacement of the complete windshield, stone chips on the windshield and 2 spare tires. 5 days. This minimum rental period increases to 7 days for all rentals between May 1 and 30.

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We mainly know Apollo from the USA, where this family-run, still very young rental company has many locations.

Qatar Airways flies to Sydney, Melbourne, Perth, Adelaide and Auckland.

Another must-have Have is definitely Rotorua with its unique hot springs and bubbling mud holes.

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You can easily reach Auckland via the international airport, which is located 20 kilometers from the city center. Since most rental locations are close to the airport, you can start your trip immediately.

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This is a special form of base jump, in which the jumper is braked by a computer-controlled wire rope. The RV market in New Zealand is very confusing for many vacationers. There are many suppliers cheap New Zealand motorhome and models and all differ in a wealth of details, among others. Equipment, insurance benefits (windshield, tires, underbody etc.), deductible, free kilometers and inclusive services. It takes about 6 hours to get there, but on the way you can discover beautiful beaches and small towns. Upon arrival, you will find yourself at the top of New Zealand, standing next to the famous lighthouse, from where you can see how the Tasman Sea and the Pacific meet in front of you. To plan your individual vacation in advance, it is important to rent a motorhome in New Zealand.

There are also hikes through the Pureora Forest Park. The Rainbow's End Theme Park in Manukau guarantees fun for the whole family before you start the last leg to Wellington. Once there, you should plan a cable car ride to Kelburn Lookout for a breathtaking view of the city. You can end your trip on the beautiful beach of the Oriental Bay.

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SHAREaCAMPER.co.nz has extensive English content for NZ and English-language FAQs. Ask your motorhome or book available vehicles cheaply and directly. Air New Zealand flies from Frankfurt, Munich, Berlin and London to Australia and New Zealand. The airline is known for its good service. Auckland, New Zealand's largest city with a population of almost 1.5 million people, is a great starting point for a New Zealand trip in a rented motorhome. Whether you want relaxation over a long weekend, a 10- to 14-day adventure looking for the North Island or an extensive campervan trip through New Zealand want to do - Auckland is definitely the best place to start your trip. Motorhome Republic offers you a choice of 34 campervan rental parks in Auckland, including small and inexpensive sleepervans or large family RVs. You will then reach Oamaru - there you should visit Koekohe Beach and take a closer look at the Moeraki Boulders - unusually large balls. new zealand motorhome When you finally got to Dunedin, you can experience wild animals up close on tours through the nature reserve Nature Wonders. There are also hikes through the Pureora Forest Park rainforest. The Rainbow's End Theme Park in Manukau guarantees fun for the whole family before you start the last leg to Wellington. Once there, you should plan a cable car ride to the Kelburn Lookout for a breathtaking view of the city. You can end your trip on the beautiful beach of the Oriental Bay.

You will then reach Oamaru - there you should visit Koekohe Beach and take a close-up look at the Moeraki Boulders - unusually large balls.

Those who value power supply and showers can also find a place at the commercial "Holiday Parks" for a little more money. In the high season, however, these are often fully booked (a reservation is recommended yourself) and the limited arrival and departure times occasionally force you to go wild camping.

If you are planning to take a one-way trip between Christchurch and Auckland, you should note that it is cheaper Rent the car in Christchurch, because most tourists fly to Auckland to start the road trip from there.

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It often makes sense to rent a camper that is rather simply equipped and to spend more money on campsites that are equipped with showers and electricity.

A motorhome, on the other hand, has an autonomous drive and combines the cab and living area on four wheels. These camper vehicles are more agile and easier to navigate than the habitable trailers, especially when touring larger cities. If you are planning a trip through New Zealand, you can book an individual vacation with the motorhome or caravan. Make the right choice between two completely different forms of mobile travel. If you hire a camper to travel New Zealand at will, a trip from Christchurch to Dunedin is also an option.

In general, your chances will be better in Auckland than in Christchurch, a) because more tourists depart and sell their cars there, and b) because there are generally more people living there. The same applies, of course, when it comes to sales - in Auckland your sales offer will face much more competition and therefore less interest! Counter-cyclical travel or at least a sale of the car in Christchurch and then a domestic flight to Auckland make sense. Auckland is the largest city in New Zealand and is located in a picturesque coastal landscape. The high quality of life attracts a third of all New Zealanders here and ranks among the top 10 worldwide.

Our direct and convenient price comparison helps you to find the right motorhome in Auckland quickly and safely - at an affordable price. In winter, temperatures in Auckland average 9 to 16 degrees Celsius and it rains every now and then. An international driver's license is required and is only valid in conjunction with the national driver's license. KIWI RV New Zealand accepts VISA and MasterCard.

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You can easily reach Auckland via the international airport, which is located 20 kilometers from the city center. Since most rental locations are close to the airport, you can start your trip immediately. It is not necessary to apply for a visa before entering the country, as New Zealand has a visa agreement with Germany. A valid passport, a return flight ticket and sufficient means of payment (approximately NZ $ 1,000 per person) are sufficient. A transaction fee of 2.0% will be charged. Billing is done in New Zealand dollars. The Platinum insurance option includes the costs for all extras to be rented including GPS, ZERO deductible, one-time replacement of the complete windshield, stone chips on the windshield and 2 spare tires. In winter, temperatures in Auckland average 9 to 16 degrees Celsius and it rains every now and then. The United States embody an incredible variety of cultures and beautiful landscapes. Home to four of the seven modern wonders of the world, the United States will be an unforgettable travel destination. After the cultural program, relaxation in nature is the order of the day at Lake Taupo. Don't miss the Maori rock paintings in Mine Bay, which can only be reached by boat. There are also hikes through the Pureora Forest Park rainforest. The Rainbow's End Theme Park in Manukau guarantees fun for the whole family before you start the last leg to Wellington. Once there, you should plan a cable car ride to the Kelburn Lookout for a breathtaking view of the city.

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Cheapa Campa RV rental Auckland

You can watch a movie, visit tourist attractions, and just drive to the beach without relying on anything other than relaxation and fun. After the cultural program, relaxation in nature is the order of the day at Lake Taupo. Don't miss the Maori rock paintings in Mine Bay, which can only be reached by boat. There are also hikes through the Pureora Forest Park rainforest. If you want to rent a camper cheaply in New Zealand, then you should definitely keep the above points in mind. Our employee Natalie Bremke took ten months to explore the other end of the world.

Hi 5 Campervan - the larger Hitop for up to 5 people

They belong to the ATL group. The campers from Britz New Zealand are max. 5 years old. The older models discarded by Maui are listed under Britz. Here you will find numerous wineries where you can taste New Zealand's delicious wines. Galleries, craft workshops, restaurants and boutiques invite you to linger.

Just type that in the comment box. The tickets are more expensive on site and if you visit both islands you will need them anyway. Here you will find a small overview of campervan hire NZ the most beautiful routes and itineraries with the camper in New Zealand. You can combine them with each other so that you can knit a wonderful longer tour out of them.

Jana was very nice and explained everything to me well during the handover, so that even as a beginner camping I had no problems with handling.

Some branches are outside the airport area.

You are invited the first, or also the last night before the camper delivery with us To spend in the yard.

In short, the campers must have a chemical toilet and a waste water tank on board.

So you can check the availability of our motorhomes and book your flight accordingly .

Since most rental locations are close to the airport, you can start your trip immediately. It is not necessary to apply for a visa before entering the country, as New Zealand has a visa agreement with Germany. A valid passport, a return flight ticket and sufficient means of payment (approximately NZ $ 1,000 per person) are sufficient. Uncomplicated, personal, fair and safe. That is the heart and soul of PaulCamper, Germany's first and largest platform for camper sharing. In addition to the motorhome parking space, there is also a houseboat and boat rental, sailing school, café, bike rental and many other services for your perfect stay.

Auckland RV rental in Auckland

The ferries are also designed for campers - don't worry! You can also pick up the camper at one location and drop it off at another (this is called one-way). A one-way fee is charged here, which in most cases does not have a major impact on the price, considering that you would otherwise have to book the ferry ride back. If you have up to 3 weeks, I recommend that you travel to one of the two islands in New Zealand (the North or South Island). If you are planning to take a one way trip between Christchurch and Auckland, you should be aware that it is cheaper to rent the car in Christchurch because most tourists fly to Auckland to start the road trip from there. Accordingly, there are more campers in Christchurch that are not needed. Note, however, that there are separate fees for one-way rentals. The fees depend on the respective provider. However, there is a requirement to have a self contained camper. This means that the camper must have a toilet on board. You can tell whether the camper is self contained by this badge. Even if you rent a small camper in New Zealand, you can easily get this badge by taking a portable chemical toilet with you.

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Understanding Connections

Name: Sophie Forsyth

I grew up in the Waikato

I feel most connected to these 5 atua:

1. Tānemahuta - forest and forest-dwellers, shelter, biodiversity

A memory that I have associated with this is when my family goes camping in the Pureora forest. The campsite is just off the Timber Trail, a 60km adventure trail ride, so there are lots of trails and path to explore within the forest. My dad and I went exploring one time and stumbled upon a beautiful natural cave with a stream that ran through a cliffside in the forest. We walked up through the cave, which was speckled with glow worms, and on the other side we reached an opening that was completely overgrown with native trees and ferns and vines, reaching way up above. Light filtered through the canopy, making the space feel magical and other-worldly. Looking up above, we could see the sun and the clouds peaking through. 

2. Papatūānuku - earth, whenua, nurturing

Papatūānuku reminds me of gardening with my Nana. She has the most abundant garden, completely covering a large paddock in front of her house. All year round it provides sustenance to my whole family. I have fond memories of foraging for raspberries with my cousins, eating more from the bush than we brought inside for dessert; and watching the apple trees grow from young saplings, freshly planted, to mature trees laden with fruit many years later. I love the feeling of burying my hands deep in the soil, feeling grounded and connected to the plants that once grew there in past seasons as well as the future growth of the seasons to come. 

3. Urutengangana - stars, orientation/navigation

Following on from the story associated with the Tānemahuta, during a subsequent trip to the Pureora forest, my dad and I went back to explore the cave and glow worms at night. Under the cover of darkness, we discovered that, like inside the cave, the walls of the cliffside in the opening were also covered with glow worms in every direction. We knew that, looking up, some of what we thought were glow worms were actually the stars, but on the cliff face, the glow worms appeared to be stars too. It felt like we were floating way up in the sky, surrounded by the entire galaxy. It was only the trickling of the stream, the slight breeze rustling through the foliage, and cicadas chirping in the distance, that reminded us we were still tethered to the earth. 

4. Hina - moons, cycles, rhythm, tides

5. Tamanuiterā - sun, energy, light, heat

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Advice for Te Araroa Hikers

Updated and complete tid bits of info regarding the North island! North Island Cape Reinga 0 km to Wellington 1702 km Places we stayed/camped (It was hard for me to find information about camping and such, so I thought I would relay our experiences to help fellow TA trampers out) 1) Twilight beach campsite (13 kms from Cape Reinga)-shelter, toilets, and water available (FREE) *Go all the way to the end of the beach and up the stairs and the campsite is at the top of the hill 2) The bluffs campsite (20 kms down 90 mile beach)-Basic toilet and green space for tents (FREE) *Take a left into the sand dunes and there will be a sign for a campground and just make yourself at home. It says to pay $10 but there wasn't a place or person to pay. We camped right behind the toilets to protect us from the wind. 3) Utea Park (approx 50 kms down 90 mile beach)-great campground, full kitchen, toilets, hot shower, cabin beds, and/or tent space ($10pp for tent or $15pp for bed) *You will see a New Zealand flag and take a left into the sand dunes. HIGHLY RECOMMENDED because Tania and Paul are awesome! 4) YHA Ahipara- basic hostel with full amenities, including, hot shower, laundry, basic shop, free wifi, and dorms or private rooms. Very clean! About a mile from "town", where the small convenient store and cafe are. ($25pp for a dorm bed, cheaper if you are a member + have the low carbon discount) *Take a left onto Kaka st from the beach and then another left onto Takahe st and the YHA is part of the Ahipara holiday park and will be on your right. 6) Freedom camped after the Herekino Forest- We set our tent up off of the old Forestry Road (after you take a left onto the road, there will be a nice flat grassy area around km 125-126 on the left hand side)> free of course, right next to a stream for water filtration, ground was a little wet but plenty of flat space for laying down tent(s) and we were able to have a camp fire! 7) Freedom camped in the Raetea Forest- Not ideal spot in the Raetea forest but doable! I would say camp before the 580m peak because we hiked the peak first and looked for a stealthy spot afterwards and it was a bit hard to find! 8) Room right next to the Mangamuka Dairy- Knock on the door if no one is there. Eliza is the owner of the dairy and will help you out with accommodation for Koha (donation). We stayed in a room with a bed and pull out couch! Toilet and sink are at the back of the house! We gave her $10 ($5 each). *FYI: the trail notes we have mentioned Mangamuka bridge hotel, but it has been closed for 5 years! 9) Tent camping at the RSA in Kerikeri- free of charge, actually a caravan park, but they just asked us to buy a drink or food at the RSA. (We just camped on the grass in front of the RSA building). 10) YHA Paihia, Bay of Islands- basic hostel with full amenities, including, hot shower, laundry, free wifi, and dorms or private rooms. Right off of Kings St, next to other hostels, restaurants, and bars. ($15 for a dorm bed if you are a YHA member and low carbon traveler) 11) Freedom camped near km 266 on the lawn of a guy (Marc) who said we could sleep there! 12) Wooleys Bay (320 km)- the bay was mentioned on Campermate, and has a public toilet. There were other people camping and several caravans as well! 13) Riverbank homestead in Ngunguru- lovely garden area for TA walkers to camp at for Koha (donation). Hilton and Melva are the owners and such lovely genuine people! 14) Cell Block hostel in Whangarei- kinda expensive for us $30 per bed, but it's the only hostel in the CBD in Whangarei and next to all of the shops. The hostel itself was great though; clean, full kitchen, showers, and free wifi! The owners Chrissi and Rian were sweet people also! 15) Freedom camping at the beginning of Ocean Beach 16) Freedom camping (km 383)- near the ww2 radar station off of the Bream Head trail. Great flat place that semi blocked the wind. Also, a picnic table near by for cooking/hanging out! *Call Peter Cross for a ride to Marsden Point ($10 per person) 17) Couchsurfing in Waipu 18) Couchsurfing in Mangawhai 19) Freedom camped at the start of the Govan Wilson trailhead (km 490)-flat ground, but not well sheltered if it's raining! We met the people that live next door and they were fine with TA trampers camping there! 20) Fiona and Warricks house at the top of Krack Hill in the Dome forest, they allow TA walkers to use a space in their lawn for camping! 21) Met some nice people and slept at their house in Orewa 22) Freedom camped in Centennial Park in Forest Hill, North Shore, Auckland 23) Freedom camped on Mt. Victoria in Devonport, Auckland *Ferry from Devonport to Auckland was $6.20 24) Surf N Snow Backpackers in Auckland-cheap hostel with full amenities, you get what you pay for though because our room smelt horrible! 25) YHA International Auckland-full amenities, and will store your bags as you walk around the city, people in the hostel weren't very social though and it had a hotel feel 26) Puhinui Reserve Freedom camping (Also, I met a fellow TA walker who just slept at the airport which I thought was a good option) 27) Totara Park Freedom camping 28) Clevedon-Scott Hydes house km 664 (fellow TA walker who will let TA trampers camp on his lawn, awesome guy!) 29) Lower MangataWhiri campground (Hunua Ranges)- basic flat grassy field with toilets and a stream for water near by *FREE. Also, we passed the repeater campground first, and then the upper mangatawhiri campground where you can stay in the Hunua ranges! 30)Mercer: Podge's Place-awesome Motel that lets TA walkers camp in their yard and take hot showers for FREE! Sandy and Podge are such genuine people to support TA walkers like that! They just ask that you buy a beer or pizza from the bar, which we thought was a fair deal. 31)Hamilton-stayed at a friends house/ lots of hostels and/or hotels though! 32) Pahautea Hut in the Pirongia Forest (km 847 off of the trail and just after the Pirongia summit)- first backcountry DOC hut along the trail, lots of beds, mattresses, sink and rain water, toilets 33) Freedom camping at km 885 (on the Pehitawa track)- nice flat grassy area next to a stream 34) YHA Juno Hall in Waitomo (1km east of the town)- cozy hostel with full amenities and relaxed atmosphere. The only downside was you had to pay for wifi. 35) Mangokewa Reserve (km 917)- great campground with a toilet and river for water *FREE (we also saw many places to camp along the river track after the reserve campground) 36) Ngaherenga Campground (km 969)- DOC Campground right outside of the Pureora Forest, portable drinking water and toilets at both sites (there are two areas to camp) 37) Bog Inn Hut (km 985)- small, quaint hut, 1st that you pass along this section of the trail, had a toilet, rain water, sink, 4 bunks, and a wood burning stove 38) Waihaha Hut (km 1003)- gorgeous, modern DOC hut in the middle of the bush. There was a toilet, stove, fire wood, and plenty of bunks/mattresses. 39) Huahungaroa Hut (1014)- cute little hut overlooking the forest, has the same amenities as the first two huts and most standard backcountry ones. 40)Taumarunui-Freedom camp outside of town 41) Owhango- Freedom camp 42) 42 Traverse - freedom camp 43) Basic campgrounds and/or full amenity huts in Tongariro National Park 44) Mangahuia Campground (km 1158)-basic Campground with a shelter, rain water, sink, toilet, and picnic area. Also, right next to a river! 45) National Park- YHA and other backpackers, hotels, and lodges are available Whanganui river trip: We made arrangements for Whanganui River Canoes to pick us up in National park (because of a time crunch). It was $245 per person to rent the canoe for 5-7 days from Whakahoro to Whanganui. We resupplied in Taurmaranui and sent packages to the company, which they brought along with the canoe so we didn't have to carry it all the way to Whakahoro (where you enter onto the river). 46) Ohauora Campground- right off of the river, and it has a shelter, rain water, sink, toilet, and picnic tables 47) Mangapurua Landing Campsite 48) Pipiriki freedom camping-right next to the dock (bit sketchy, but doable, also toilets near the DOC shelter) 49) Downes Hut 1325.5 km (wasn't shown on the map given to us by the canoe company but an excellent hut with 6 plus beds, table, toilet, rain water, fire place, and very close to the river bank) 50) Hipango Park 1350km- there will be a boat ramp on the right hand side, walk up to the park, where there are toilets with TP, shelter, and picnic tables. The place was a bit abandoned and Erie but definitely a great flat spot to camp and shelter to get out of the rain! 51) BBH in Wanganui 52)Couchsurfing in Bulls 53)Mt Lees Reserve 1442km- nice flat FREE area to camp, run by a guy who supports TA walkers. There are toilets, picnic tables, potable water, and a small shelter as well. 54) Couchsurfing in Fielding 55) Couchsurfing in Palmy North 56) Freedom camping 1520 km-small grassy flat area right before/across the way from the Mangahao Car park 57)Tararua ranges-Waiopehu Hut (1st hut ) 58)Te Matawai Hut 59) Nichols Hut 60) Parawai Lodge 61) The River Pa- mentioned in the trail notes, a km or so before Waikanae, beautiful place with hot showers, full kitchen, tons of mattresses in the chapel where you sleep, for only $10 a night! One of my favorite places we slept! 62) Paraparauma YHA 63) Wellington- Wild Zebra Backpackers, I'm sure Couchsurfing is also an option Restaurants/food sources visited Ahipara: 1) Northdrift cafe-had delicious burgers and coffee, breakfast menu looked great too but we didn't go until the afternoon 2)Bidz takeaway-was mediocre for burgers and overpriced, definitely not the best, the seasoned wedges were tasty though, and the portions were big and anything would satisfy us besides trail food after that freakin beach *the small superette in town is super expensive Mangamuka Bridge: 1) Dairy-Good espresso/coffee, bacon egg sandwiches, and burgers, relatively small store and wouldn't recommend for resupply (Closed on Saturdays during the winter) Kerikeri: 1) Black Olive- Great pizza and not too expensive! We split a medium pizza and salad and it was enough for 2 people! 2) Bakery-Free wifi, excellent coffee with small brownie, and bacon and egg crossaint for $4.50 *Also a Countdown here for resupply! Paihia: 1) small Countdown for resupply or cooking your own meals 2) Titos Bar and Restaurant- $10 meals from 5pm-1am, not the best burger/curry I've ever had but definitely good for the price 3) Vinnies Takeaways- great $5 Bacon egg and cheese sandwiches on a bun 4) Upperdeck cafe- good coffee and nice view of Paihia marina 5) Sushi place on the main strip was also a treat! Opua: General store: ice cream and great pizza, get the smoked chicken (has Brie and mozzarella cheese!) Also, good shop for drinks, chips, or snacks before heading into Waikare/Russell forest where there is nothing Whananaki: Simple store in town (next to the holiday park): we had corn dogs, soda, and seasoned wedges. They have a small takeaway menu of mostly just fried food, but a full store for snacks and other goodies. Matapouri: Small Dairy: Meat pies, gatorade, and coffee (expensive$$$) Whangarei: Grocery stores: Pak n save, countdown, new world *also a ton of restaurants but we wanted to be frugal with our money! Marsden Point: Cafe: relatively cheap and decent burger for the price, also had other lunch items (its mostly a place for the workers from the oil refinery to come eat at/buy food during their lunch breaks) Waipu: 1) Pizza barn: great for gourmet pizza and beer! A must do if your going through Waipu, the best craft beer and pizza we've had in NZ (although a bit expensive)! The Scotch Ale was super tasty! 2) Foursqaure- if you need any food/resupply, this is the only "supermarket" in town. Mangawhai Heads: 1) Atomic cafe: good feijoa smoothies 2) Sushi place had great sushi pieces for $1.30 per piece! Mangawhai 1) Q cafe: good strong coffee from a really nice guy that needed the business 2) four square for dinner supplies ($$$) Pakiri Holiday park store: snacks and iced coffee (very expensive$$$) Top of the Dome cafe: Great coffee and lovely service from Emma! We also had a large order of chips! They have a full breakfast and lunch menu, as well as some fresh pastries and pies in the display case! Puhoi: 1) General store- coffee and cute small shop (very expensive though) 2) Puhoi Pub- one of the oldest pubs in NZ, we both had burgers and beers that were well worth the price! Orewa: Four square, Countdown Tapakuna: 1) Tons of cute coffee shops and restaurants! Look out for cafes that have the "supreme coffee" sign, because it's the best (as you can see, we love coffee) 2) Crustys Bakery- good and cheap pies/ premade breakfast sandwiches! Devonport: 1) Rita's Fish and Chips- lots of locals there so thought we'd give it a go and was great besides the fact they make you pay $1 for the tiniest bit of tomato sauce! Auckland: 1) The coffee school- pay koha (donation) for your coffee! What a bargain! 2)crab shack-dece food but not worth the money/portions were small 3) Sals pizza-$4 a slice Clevedon: Small superette in town if needed (expensive though and not good for a resupply! I just got a bag of chips and a coconut water. Mercer: 1) Pokéno bacon- good for breakfast sandwiches 2) Podges Place- awesome pizza (especially if you pair it with free accommodation ;))! Huntly: Countdown (huge grocery store) Hamilton: Paknsave, countdown, new world Waitomo: All of the food was very expensive at the dairy, so avoid resupplying here if possible! Te Kuiti: New World Taumarunui: 1) Jasmines cafe- good burgers and fries for a Thai restaurant haha (we just got the cheapest thing on the menu). Also, good strong coffee! 2) Taumarunui Bakery- big delicious meat pies 3) New World National Park: 1) Four Square 2) Cafe next to the gas station had great coffee and free wifi! Along the Wanganui River: There aren't many shops or places to buy food/supplies so make sure you come prepared! 1) Bridge to Nowhere Lodge- Right across from the Tieke Kainga Campground, they have some beer/wine options at the bar and chips/nuts for sale! We got a beer and bag of chips each! Wanganui: 1) paknsave 2) Tasty India-great lunch special for $9, we both got the butter chicken, which came with the curry, rice, naan, and a papadum! Bulls 1) McDonald's 2) Four Square Fielding 1) countdown, new world 2) dominos 3) Rosebowl Cafe- great coffee and large selection of desserts Palmy North 1) countdown, paknsave 2) Brewers Apprentice- burgers and beer, a bit pricey but always nice to treat yourself to a "real" meal Waikanae 1) countdown 2) Relish Cafe -GREAT COFFEE Wellington Lots of grocery stores and food options! Food List Tip: Only pack what you need, we learned this the hard way! Breakfast: 1) muesli and powdered milk (heat up some water and have it hot and it's even better), 2) oatmeal and honey, 3) granola bars, and most always coffee/tea Snacks: 1) trail mix (peanuts, raisins, white chocolate chips) 2) beef jerky 3) muesli bars 4) bhuja mix Lunch: 1) peanut butter and jelly sandwich on pita bread 2) crackers or tortilla with salami and cheese 3) tuna packets on a tortilla Dinner: 1) Ramen/2 minute noodles 2) mash potatoes and dehydrated peas 3) instant pasta pouches 4) couscous dehydrated, dried veggie stock, dehydrated peas 5) Kaweka meals - prepackaged/cooked dinner meals that come in a pouch and you just place in boiling water for 10 minutes that taste really great (only problem is they're a bit expensive $5)!