The A Van is a campervan for rent in Christchurch, New Zealand, from a small family business where the owner builds and maintains every van himself – solar systems, batteries, insulation and joinery. All the vans are completely unbranded, with no decals or logos, so you blend into the landscape and travel like a local.

The A Van at a glance

Sleeps 2, 2 seatbelts
2.1 L diesel engine, manual transmission
No branding, decals or logos – you drive like a local, not like a tourist (rare in New Zealand)
Certified self-contained – legal overnight stays at freedom camping sites across New Zealand
Diesel heater to stay warm on cold nights
Solar panel, house battery and 1000 W inverter – power your laptop anywhere
Fixed toilet, hot shower from the rear-mounted califont, 40 L fresh / 40 L grey water tanks
Full kitchen with gas cooker, 65 L fridge/freezer, crockery, pots and pans
Double bed 1.85 × 1.43 m
TV with Chromecast and game stick, Bluetooth radio
Extras on request: mountain bikes, surfboards, tent, foldable table, camping chairs
Length 6.5 m, height 2.1 m

Included in every van

Bedding and towels
Camping table and chairs
First aid kit and fire extinguisher
230 V inverter for charging small devices
Printed guide with freedom camping rules, maps and app tips

Pick-up and rental conditions

Pick-up in Christchurch (Auckland and Queenstown possible by arrangement – ask when you enquire)
One-way rentals between Christchurch, Auckland and Queenstown: NZ$800 one-way fee, the same for any route
Minimum rental 7 days (14 days over Christmas)
The daily rate is the same all year round, with no seasonal rates
Basic insurance included with an excess (bond) of NZ$4,000; it can be reduced to NZ$1,000 (NZ$39 per day) or to zero (NZ$59 per day)
Minimum driver age 21, full driving licence required
The owner communicates with guests in English, Spanish and Italian

Send us an enquiry with your travel dates – we will check availability with the owner and confirm your booking.