New Zealand is a great holiday country. Here you can explore beautiful cities like Queenstown, browse local markets, and enjoy endless beaches like Piha Beach. The country offers the freedom to tour at your own pace and discover breathtaking nature, such as the impressive Milford Sound and the unique Maori culture. Rent a car and be enchanted.
Discover New Zealand worry-free with Sunny Cars. Our all-in formula includes optimal insurance cover, unlimited mileage, glass, tyre, floor and roof cover, theft insurance, additional liability insurance, excess reimbursement and a fair fuel policy. So you can enjoy your holiday carefree and explore every corner of New Zealand.
Sunny Cars has more than thirty locations across New Zealand, both on the North and South Island. This means you always have a wide choice of locations to pick up and drop off your rental car during your stay in New Zealand.
Through Sunny Cars, you can easily rent a car in New Zealand with our all-inclusive car rental formula. But in addition to this all-inclusive formula, we also offer extra services.
Make your holiday unique with Sunny Cars! This means both you and your travelling companion can get behind the wheel, which is convenient for long drives. With the Extra Driver service, you can effortlessly explore the beauty of New Zealand without worrying about who is driving. This way, you can create memories together and enjoy the beautiful landscapes along the way.
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Signposts in New Zealand
In New Zealand, road signs are mostly in English.
Busy days on New Zealand's roads
The busiest period on New Zealand's roads usually coincides with the high season, which runs from December to February. There are more tourists on the roads during these summer months.
Refuelling in New Zealand
Fuelling in New Zealand is similar to the Netherlands, but note that fuel supply may be more limited in some remote areas. A petrol station is often referred to as a ‘service station.’ Paying at the pump is common, but some stations also accept payment inside.
Ferry from New Zealand
New Zealand has ferry connections between the North Island and the South Island, as well as to some smaller islands. Check the specific conditions of your rental car in advance.
Crossing the border in New Zealand
It is possible to travel with a rental car from New Zealand to neighbouring countries, such as Australia, via ferry services. Check in advance the specific conditions of your booked rental car.
Destinations in New Zealand
Yes, you need a credit card to rent a car in New Zealand. The car rental company uses the credit card as a deposit for any damage to the car. Before booking, check whether the main driver of the rental car has a credit card. Also, make sure you have the physical credit card with you and know the PIN. Moreover, keep enough spending space free on your credit card for the deposit
A second driver is not included as standard with our all-inclusive car hire package. You can add a second driver to your car hire by:
The minimum age to drive a rental car in New Zealand is usually 25, but this can vary by location and even by category. Read the rental conditions of the rental car you want to hire to see what the minimum age is.
The cost of car rental in New Zealand can vary a lot. It depends on supply and demand during the desired rental period. For the most accurate price information, we recommend filling in the rental period and destination on our website. That way, you can discover what the all-in rental price is for your car hire in New Zealand.
You can! Sunny Cars allows you to cross the border with your rental car by requesting a cross border permit during booking. This allows you to cross the border hassle-free, so you can really make the most of your holiday and discover all the most beautiful places.
Did you know that New Zealand is known for its spectacular landscapes, including snow-capped mountains, crystal clear lakes and lush rainforests? Moreover, New Zealand is a paradise for nature lovers and adventurers, with opportunities for hiking, bungee jumping, and spotting unique native animals such as the kiwi bird.
New Zealand's roads are generally modern and well-maintained, but some can be narrow and winding, especially in mountainous areas. Be mindful of driving on the left, and be alert to cattle on the road, especially in rural areas.
For travelling in New Zealand, especially if you plan to visit mountainous areas, we recommend booking an SUV. This offers enough power for driving in hilly terrain and extra luggage space for all your adventures.
The best time to visit New Zealand is during spring (September-November) and autumn (March-May), when the weather is mild, tourist crowds are less, and nature is in full bloom. These are also good seasons for road trips. Peak season is from December to February, so if you want to avoid crowds, plan your trip outside these months.
New Zealand is known for its delicious dishes and fresh ingredients. Try the famous ‘Hangi,’ a traditional Maori meal cooked in an underground oven. There are also a variety of seafood such as green lipped mussels and Bluff oysters. Don't forget to try the local wines, especially the Sauvignon Blanc. If you consume alcoholic drinks, make sure not to drive after drinking, and leave the car by the side.
24/7 emergency number
Everything arranged and paid for in advance. You can therefore rent a car carefree! If something still goes wrong or you have an urgent question, please contact our Dutch emergency number so that we can quickly help you on your way again.
Additional third-party liability
It goes without saying that liability insurance is included when you rent a car. However, we go the extra mile with our standard (extra) liability cover of at least €10 million. We like to play it safe so that you can enjoy a carefree holiday!
Fair fuel policy
You always rent a car with us under the fuel policy full-full. This means you return the rental car with the same level of petrol it had at the handover. You therefore do not pay an expensive fuel surcharge and know exactly where you stand.
Refund of excess
If you rent a car from Sunny Cars, you do not have to pay the excess. In the case of damage to the rental car, you pay the excess up front and on site, for us to then return the sum into your bank account soonest.
Unlimited Mileage
During a holiday, doesn´t everyone want to rent a car without worries and enjoy the destination in the best possible way? That’s why we offer you unlimited mileage, so that you can explore the most beautiful spots.
Window-tyre-undercarriage-roof damage
Broken window, flat tyre, knock, dent or scratch? No problem, renting an all-in car from Sunny Cars is truly all-in! The coverage for damage to glass, tyres, undercarriage (including oil sump and clutch) and roof is also included as standard.
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