Campervans built for aGreat Escape
Explore New Zealand with Escape Rentals
Affordable campervans designed for comfortable living on the road
With over 20 years in the business and more than 40,000 happy hires, Escape Rentals has helped travellers from around the world discover New Zealand.
Whether you’re visiting from overseas or planning a getaway closer to home, we’ve got affordable campervans for hire to suit your adventure.
Choose from budget-friendly campervans for up to three adults or self-contained options for two. Every campervan comes equipped with bedding and kitchen equipment, so you can travel light and hit the road without having to organise all the essentials when you arrive.
Pick up your campervan from Auckland or Christchurch and make your escape.
Our campervans at a glance.
Thousands of happy campers. Hundreds of designs. Three models.
All of our campervans have a minimum hire period of five days
Not sure which one’s right for you? Here’s a quick side-by-side of our three campervans. For the full lowdown (and plenty of pics), check out our campervans page.
Escape S/C Plus
Our newest Self-contained Campervans with the most features
- Vehicle Year:
2014–2021 - Mileage:
40,000 km to 150,000+ km - Transmission:
Automatic transmission. - Insurance:
Basic included. Upgrade optional. - Capacity:
Seats and sleeps up to 2 adults. - Cooking & Living Equipment:
YES - Self-Contained:
YES - Fridge & Power Plugs:
YES
Escape S/C
Our original simple & reliable Self-contained Campervans
- Vehicle Year:
2009–2012 - Mileage:
150,000 km to 280,000+ km - Transmission:
Manual and Automatic transmission. - Insurance:
Basic included. Upgrade optional. - Capacity:
Seats and sleeps up to 2 adults. - Cooking & Living Equipment:
YES - Self-Contained:
YES - Fridge & Power Plugs:
No
Escape Standard
Our most affordable Campervans with more space!
- Vehicle Year:
2007–2011 - Mileage:
280,000km to 350,000+ km - Transmission:
Manual and Automatic transmission. - Insurance:
Basic included. Upgrade optional. - Capacity:
Seats and sleeps up to 3 adults. - Cooking & Living Equipment:
YES - Self-Contained:
No - Fridge & Power Plugs:
No
Getting a quote is easy. Simply enter your travel dates, pick-up and drop-off locations, and preferred campervan in our booking form. Any applicable discounts will be applied automatically.
Clear campervan pricing & no hidden surprises
The cost of your campervan hire depends on your travel dates, hire length, campervan choice and pick-up and drop-off locations. Our rates vary by season, with great deals available throughout the year.
✓ Flexible extras to suit your trip
Choose from optional insurance upgrades and accessories. Additional charges, such as one-way hire fees, may apply.
✓ Discounts applied automatically
Any applicable discounts will be applied automatically when you request your no-obligation quote.
✓ Know your costs before you book
Enter your travel dates, locations and preferred campervan to see your estimated hire cost before making a booking.
More reasons to choose Escape.
Easy booking
Our simple online booking process makes it easy to organise your campervan hire from anywhere in the world. Plus, with an NZ$300 deposit to secure your booking and flexible cancellation options, you can plan ahead with confidence.
Not your average campervan
Why blend in when you can stand out? With over 200 colourful designs, every Escape campervan has its own personality. You’ll have a ride that’s easy to spot, looks great in your holiday photos and makes you feel part of the Escape community as you travel around New Zealand.
Better insurance
Our simple, straightforward insurance options offer great value and flexible cover. With our basic insurance, your bond is simply held on your card rather than deducted, then released when you return your campervan. That means less hassle and more money available for your travels.travel New Zealand.
Trusted by travellers
A lot of our bookings come from travellers who’ve heard good things about us from friends and family. We’re proud to have built a reputation that keeps people recommending Escape to others planning their own New Zealand adventure.
Friendly, local team
We’re a family-owned New Zealand business that loves helping people get out and see the country. You’ll be dealing with a local team that knows our campervans well and are happy to help with questions before you hit the road.
Convenient locations
Flying in from overseas or hitting the road closer to home?
Our depots are conveniently located close to the city centres in both Auckland and Christchurch, so you can pick up your van and start your escape without delay.
Better insurance
Great value and better coverage (including driving on unsealed roads). Our simple and sensible insurance options are easy to understand. No hidden costs or nasty surprises.
Friendly & professional
We’re a typical Kiwi business – friendly and family owned. However we still take our responsibilities as a trusted campervan operator seriously, which is why we are Qualmark endorsed. This means we deliver what we promise and if there is an issue – we get it sorted.
Escape with
Confidence!
After 20+ years and 40,000+ hires, we are proud to keep hearing good things about us.
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200+ reviews
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Here for you on the road
24/7 roadside assistance is just a call away.
We want your road trip to be unforgettable — in the best way.
That’s why every Escape campervan is thoroughly inspected and serviced regularly. If anything needs fixing, we use brand-new parts, not second-hand swaps.
Our commitment to reliability means fewer breakdowns and more time exploring. And in the rare case something does go wrong, our team is here to help get you back on the road as quickly as possible.
Give us a call anytime, day or night, for roadside assistance.
Amazing deals included with your hire.
Unlimited kilometers
No charge for additional drivers
Free bed linen
Free SIM card and USB adapter plug
Free solar shower & snow chains*
Art that hits the road.
Every Escape campervan is a one-of-a-kind canvas, hand-painted by local Kiwi artists.
No two vans are the same — seriously. From bold graphics to quirky creatures, each design has its own personality, just like the travellers who drive them.
We believe your road trip should be anything but ordinary — and your van should be too. So while you’re out chasing sunsets and waterfalls, you’re also driving a moving piece of art.
Safe & smart road trip experiences.
Plan your New Zealand escape
Explore handy travel guides and tips to make the most of your Kiwi campervan experience.
