Cheap Campervan Rental Hamilton

Centrally located in the middle of the North Island’s Waikato region, Hamilton is an exciting city that makes a great base for touring the island. Self-drive is a fantastic way to do this, with the city being close to both the west and east coasts, Lake Taupo and the Coromandel Peninsula.

Hamilton is well served by major highways, and renting a campervan is an excellent way to discover its surrounding areas. Travellers will not find it hard to find campervan parks, and there are plenty of petrol stations along all routes.

Hamilton Campervan Hire Ideas

For the RV travellers in Hamilton, New Zealand, there are several must see locations that can easily be visited on a day trip.

Only an hour south of Hamilton is the Glowworm Caves of Waitomo. There are numerous subterranean caves to explore by raft, or stay topside and enjoy the rolling green hills that are still untouched by man’s expansion.

Also, south are many of the film locations for the Hobbit and Lord of the Rings. In Hobbiton there are 12 acres where you can see homes or hobbit holes, the World Dragon Inn and the Mill. Other places in Middle Earth you can visit are Weather Drop Hollow and the Trollshow Forest.

Heading west you can hit the beaches and surf at Raglan, Ngarunui, Manu Bay, Ruapuke and Whale Bay. At some of these locations you should be an experienced surfer.

Recommended Campervan Drives in Hamilton

Coromandel Peninsula:

It is famous for its stunning golden sand beaches, hot springs and unique landscapes, as well as the Coromondel Forest Park. Visit the Thames gold mines from the Dickson Holiday Park, soak in the hot springs while resting at the Coromandel Top 10 Holiday Park, or sunbathe while staying overnight at the Cooks Beach Holiday Resort.

Waikato tour:

Take the drive from Hamilton north to the Pureora Forest Park, southeast to Tokoroa and then northwest back to Hamilton. Explore the Ruakuri Caves while staying at the Waitomo Top Ten Holiday Park and hike around the Pureora Forest Park from Piropira.

Hamilton to Wellington:

This is a pleasant drive through the interior of the island. There are plenty of sites along the way, including Lake Tuapo, the World Heritage Tongariro National Park, Vinegar Hill and the beaches of the southwest tip of the North Island. Stay overnight at the Turangi Holiday Park and Picnic Ground or the Foxton Beach Motor Camp.

Compare Campervan Hire in Hamilton

We have some of the best rates on campervan rental in Hamilton through suppliers such as Nomad and Coastal Campers. Models available include Ford Econovan, Toyota Hiace, Toyota Hilux and Mitsubishi Canter. All can be picked up in the city centre as well as at the airport.