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Campervan hire in Blenheim New Zealand

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Explore New Zealand with a campervan hire from Blenheim Airport (BHE) or City locations

Traveling by campervan in the Blenheim and Marlborough region of New Zealand is a fantastic way to experience the area’s natural beauty, relaxed pace, and incredible scenery. Campervan rental gives you the freedom to set your own itinerary, stopping wherever and whenever you like without being tied to hotel check-in times or public transport schedules. You can wake up beside rolling vineyards, coastal bays, or forested reserves and have everything you need — from beds and kitchens to storage — right with you on the road. This style of travel is especially suitable for exploring the Marlborough wine country, the Marlborough Sounds, and nearby national parks at your own pace, and it can be more affordable than separate accommodation and car hire, especially for families or groups.

Beyond flexibility and cost savings, travel with a rental campervan in this region promotes comfort and convenience while immersing you in nature. Many rental campervans come equipped with essentials like sleeping areas, kitchen facilities, and sometimes even bathroom spaces, so you can self-cater meals and avoid the cost of restaurants. Being able to pull over at scenic spots for a picnic or sunrise without the hassle of packing and unpacking makes every day of your trip more enjoyable. Whether you’re heading to nearby Abel Tasman or Nelson Lakes National Park, planning vineyard visits, or simply wandering scenic roads through Marlborough’s countryside, a campervan provides both mobility and a home base on wheels.


If you’re considering hiring a campervan around Blenheim, our main supplier in Blenheim is Discover NZ Motorhomes. However, it is worth noting that nearby in Picton (where the ferry terminal to the North Island is), our suppliers Tui Campers and Freedom Campers also offer a wide range of campervans for hire, giving you plenty of choices based on your budget, trip length, and travel preferences.

Introduction to Blenheim & Surroundings

Blenheim Highlights for Campervan Travellers

Blenheim is an ideal base for travellers with a rental campervan wanting to explore the heart of the Marlborough region at their own pace. Best known for its world-class Sauvignon Blanc, the area is dotted with picturesque vineyards and cellar doors, many of which are easily accessible by campervan and welcome relaxed, daytime visits. Scenic backroads, wide open landscapes, and dedicated freedom camping and holiday park options make it easy to slow down and enjoy the region without rushing. With sunny weather and flat terrain, Blenheim is especially friendly for first-time campervan travellers.

Just a short drive from town, the Marlborough Sounds offer a dramatic change of scenery, with winding coastal roads, sheltered bays, and stunning lookout points that are perfect for campervan stopovers. Places like Queen Charlotte Drive provide unforgettable views, while nearby Picton serves as a gateway to boat cruises, kayaking, and walking tracks. Campervan travellers can park up near the water, enjoy peaceful evenings surrounded by nature, and wake to birdsong and sea views — a highlight for many South Island road trips.


For those keen on outdoor adventure, Blenheim is close to several natural attractions that suit flexible campervan travel with a rental campervan. The Wither Hills Farm Park offers walking and biking trails with panoramic views over the Wairau Plain, while further afield, Nelson Lakes National Park provides alpine scenery, clear lakes, and well-maintained campsites. Whether you’re combining wine tasting with coastal exploration or using Blenheim as a launch point for longer South Island journeys, the area delivers a relaxed, scenic, and campervan-friendly travel experience.

Cheap campervan hire in Blenheim New Zealand

Find out more about our campervans in Blenheim

Our Campervans in Blenheim

Our main suppliers in Blenheim are Discover NZ Motorhomes, Tui Campers and Freedom Campers However, it is worth noting that in nearby Picton (where the ferry terminal to the North Island is), these same suppliers may offer a wider range of vehicles.

Some Of Our Most Popular Vehicles in Blenheim

choose from sleeper cars, small campers, low-top, hi-top, 2-berth, 4-berth and 6-berth motorhomes

Most of our campervans are fully equipped with bedding (duvets, sheets, pillows and covers and towels) and the kitchen comes fully equipped with cutlery, crockery, electric appliances etc ' most have a Microwave included. Costs vary and in some cases charges are made for the hire of equipment and bedding. These are itemised when you request a quote

Campervan facilities around Blenheim

Selection of campervan facilities and services in and around Blenheim

Here are some great campervan facilities and services in and around Blenheim, New Zealand that can make your campervan rental trip more enjoyable and convenient.

Campgrounds & Holiday Park Services

  1. Blenheim Bridges Holiday Park – A popular local choice with powered and unpowered campervan sites, clean toilets & showers, laundry facilities, and extra amenities like a pool and playground, making it ideal for families or longer stays near Blenheim.
  2. Spring Creek Holiday Park – Just north of Blenheim, this holiday park offers powered sites, modern facilities, friendly staff, and good access to local attractions including Marlborough wineries and scenic drives.
  3. Wairau Diversion Reserve - Overnight Campervan Parking – A designated free self-contained campervan parking spot with basic amenities nearby. It’s a nice option if your campervan meets NZ self-containment standards and you want a simpler, nature-oriented stop.
Additional Campervan Stops & Services
  1. For self-contained vehicles, the Marlborough District Council provides public dump points and waste disposal at several locations including Blair Road Mobil service station, Spring Creek Holiday Park, Riverlands Roadhouse, and more — useful for emptying grey and black water legally and responsibly.
  2. Within Blenheim itself, spots like Wynen Street carpark offer a council-designated overnight campervan spot (self-contained only) close to town for short stays.


If you’re happy to travel a little further north, Picton Campervan Park provides another great base with powered sites, showers, and easy access to the Marlborough Sounds — ideal if you’re exploring beyond Blenheim.

Suggested Multi-day Trips

Trip Ideas From Blenheim With Your Camper Hire

Here are some great multi-day campervan trip suggestions you can drive to from Blenheim, New Zealand — ranging from local loops to longer South Island adventures. These are ideal for exploring scenic landscapes, beaches, vineyards, forests, seaside towns and more.

1. Classic Marlborough Sounds & Wine Country Loop (3–5 days)

Highlights Queen Charlotte Drive, Marlborough Sounds bays, vineyards around Blenheim and Renwick, seafood in Havelock, kayaking.

Suggested Route

  • Day 1: – Blenheim
    Explore Marlborough’s wine region — cycle or drive through vineyards, do cellar door tastings, and enjoy a sunset picnic by the vines. Overnight at a Blenheim holiday park or DOC site.
  • Day 2: Blenheim → Havelock (Queen Charlotte Drive)
    Take the scenic Queen Charlotte Drive along the Sounds. Stop at lookouts, small bays like Ngakuta or Marfells Beach for picnics and hikes, and arrive in Havelock (famous for green-lipped mussels).
  • Day 3: Havelock → Picton
    Short drive to Picton — stroll the waterfront, hire kayaks or take a cruise on the Sounds.
  • Day 4: Picton → Blenheim
    You can return via SH1 & Port Underwood Road (for a more coastal, quieter route) or retrace Queen Charlotte Drive.
2. Marlborough Food & Wine Trail (3–5 days)

Highlights Vineyards, cellar doors, seafood in Havelock, kayaking in Picton.

What to do

  • Spend days tasting wine around Blenheim & Renwick — consider longer lunches and boutique producers.
  • Side trips to Havelock for a mussel farm visit and dinner cruise.
  • End with coastal activities in Picton — kayak or boat in the Sounds.
3. Extended Marlborough + Kaikōura Coast Loop (5–7 days)

Highlights Coastal nature, marine wildlife, wine, forest reserves.

Suggested Route

  • Days 1–3: Marlborough Loop (as above)
  • Day 4: Blenheim → Kaikōura (1h40)
    Follow SH1 south along spectacular coastline. In Kaikōura watch whales or go dolphin kayaking (seasonal).
  • Day 5: Kaikōura
    Explore coastal walks, seal colonies, local seafood.
  • Day 6: Kaikōura → Picton/Blenheim
    Return up the coast with stops at beaches and reserves.
4. Top of the South Extended Loop (7–10+ days)

Highlights Nelson region (Abel Tasman/Golden Bay), Kahurangi NP, Marlborough, Kaikōura coast.

Suggested Route

  • Blenheim → Nelson via SH63 (through St Arnaud & Lake Rotoiti) — scenic inland drive.
  • Explore Nelson & Abel Tasman (3–4 days) — beaches, coastal trails, kayaking, DOC camps.
  • Golden Bay / Farewell Spit (optional) — remote beaches, unique landscapes.
  • Return via Kaikōura (3–4 days) — coastal wildlife, then back to Blenheim.
5. Great Walk + Beach Adventure Combo (7–10 days)

Pair your campervan drive with multi-day treks or side adventures

  • Queen Charlotte Track: hike or bike sections adjacent to Marlborough Sounds.
  • Abel Tasman Coast Track: coastal trek and kayaking near Mārahau (requires planning with water taxi or boat transfers).

We Answer Your Questions

Frequently Asked Questions About Renting Our Campervans

Generally, you need to be 25 years-old to be able to hire and drive a campervan in New Zealand, with some of our suppliers allowing 21 years-old to hire. Some companies may allow 18-year-olds to drive smaller "sleeper cars”, so make sure to check the rental requirements.

What you need to know about Freedom Camping

Freedom Camping Info for New Zealand

Here’s a useful list of websites and online resources with official info, maps, rules, and planning tools for campervan freedom camping in New Zealand — great reference links to help you find legal spots and understand your obligations:

  1. The Department of Conservation (DOC) is a great start as you can search for freedom campsites and find out what areas are prohibited for freedom camping. Freedom Camping Rules
  2. Kiwi Campers – Freedom Camping Rules & Guide – Overview of freedom camping in NZ including where you can and can’t camp legally. Freedom Camping Rules – Kiwi Campers
  3. KiwiCamping – Freedom Camping Rules NZ Map – Regional guide to current rules and mapped legal sites across NZ. Freedom Camping Rules by Region – KiwiCamping
  4. Camplify NZ – Freedom Camping Guide – Travel blog with practical tips and links to local laws & apps. Freedom Camping NZ: Complete Guide & Rules (Camplify)
  5. Freedom Camping Act 2011 (Legislation NZ) – Full legal text of the Act that defines freedom camping and sets the national rules. Freedom Camping Act 2011 – New Zealand Legislation
  6. TCDC Freedom Camping Info (Thames-Coromandel Council) – Example council resource on how freedom camping works locally (includes maps & designated areas). Freedom Camping Bylaw | Thames‑Coromandel District Council
  7. TOHU Travellers – Freedom Camping Guide – Independent traveller guide with useful links to apps and legal tips. Freedom Camping in Aotearoa | Tohu Travellers
  8. CamperMate (App & Website) – A key interactive guide for finding freedom camping spots, dump stations, toilets, and other services during your trip (note: search via their map interface for spots). CamperMate NZ – Freedom Camping and Campsite Finder

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