Itinerary planning

Plan your next road trip

If you’re looking to go on a road trip to New Zealand, don’t worry, as Bay of Islands Campervans is here to guide you every step of the way. Whether you’re a seasoned traveller or a first-time visitor to the country, our expertise and local knowledge will help you create the perfect travel itinerary for your campervan trip.

We’ll send you information and links to some of New Zealand’s best destinations and activities, and you can check out our Instagram account for further inspiration.

What do you want to do during your New Zealand Holiday?

We’ll also take the time to find out your interests to make sure we recommend the perfect itinerary. From walking and outdoors to relaxing in one of New Zealand’s many thermal hot pools, we’ve got you covered.

Once you provide a rough route, we’ll help you fine-tune it so that you don’t miss out on anything worth seeing. You can even download a camping app to your phone to enhance your camping experience. Finally, we’ll help you plan a themed itinerary based on your specific interests.

Finalize your New Zealand Itinerary

Once your itinerary is set, you can start finalizing your plans by looking into camping locations and downloading essential camping apps to your phone. If you’re travelling to the South Island, we recommend booking the Interislander or Bluebridge to take your motorhome across the Cook Strait.

All set? Let the fun begin!

New Zealand offers a wide range of activities, from land, water, to air-based experiences. You can also experience and enjoy the famous Maori and Kiwi cultures, wildlife, wine, or even explore the Hobbiton movie set. With Bay of Islands Campervans, planning your dream holiday has never been easier. Be sure to follow us on our Facebook page for all the latest news and tips on New Zealand campervan travel.

With Bay of Islands Campervans, planning your dream holiday is more accessible than ever before. Be sure to follow us on Facebook for all the latest news and tips on New Zealand campervan travel.

Itinerary planning

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