A car rental in New Zealand is by far the most convenient way to explore this deliciously lush country. Take your time as you cruise the scenic roads of New Zealand and discover rare wonders of this country. Drive to the numerous attractions and scenic wonderlands such as the mysterious mountains, the gentle rivers and clear lakes, seductive beaches and the amazing New Zealand culture. Whatever your needs are, you'll find it in New Zealand with your DriveAway hire car.

Escape to the beautiful landscapes filled with adventurous or relaxing activities around every corner. New Zealand has a well designed highway network and a modern ferry system which will make getting around in your rental car in New Zealand a breeze!

Book a car rental holiday in New Zealand with DriveAway Holidays and leave your worries behind.

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Travelling in New Zealand with a Rental Car

With your rental car in New Zealand, head for Omaru, where you'll find the stunning Bush Beach with its rare colony of resident penguins and it's unique Tunnel Beach. This beautiful landscape stretches through pristine coastline punctuated by huge rock outcroppings. Or take a rental car drive to the Ninety Mile beach located on the North island. The endless sands of this beach will take you along a secluded path which will make you feel like its your own private beach, even if it is for one day.

If its adrenalin adventures your looking for on your holiday then your in the right place. New Zealand has everything to offer from skydiving scares, to white water rafting dares or just a relaxing hike through Mother Nature's glories. Or there are classical adventures such as horse riding and surfing. Take on a self drive tour with your hire car across the country's roads and take in the magical Maori culture.


Check out Mount Cook, the country's tallest mountain, easily accessible with a car rental in New Zealand. Here you'll find hiking trails to the Tasman Glacier, Lake Tasman and the summit of Mount Cook, as well as activities for every nature and sports enthusiast.

If you are driving your New Zealand rental car from Auckland to Rotorua, don't forget to stop at the famous Tirau. Tirau truly is made for an entertaining rest stop. In Tirau, the artful side of corrugated iron is explored. Large buildings have been constructed to resemble a dog and a sheep. Sculptures include a hunk of cheese, a pukeko, and ... a cow pushing a shopping trolley.

DriveAway Holidays Car Hire: New Zealand

DriveAway Holidays was created in 1988 and is proud to be Australia's leading self drive wholesaler. DriveAway Holidays is a HASSLE FREE car rental specialist, and in 2007, 2008 and 2009 DriveAway Holidays were the Winners of the National Travel Industry Awards.

We can provide you with a variety of vehicles at an unbeatable price, with fully or non inclusive rates. Our New Zealand car rental locations offer hatches, sedans, wagons, minivans, manuals and automatic cars. For the ultimate convenience of having your accommodation and transport all in one, we can also offer you the option of a Motorhome.

Book your car rental in New Zealand over our safe, reliable and secure online booking system. If you find a better price, we will beat it!*. You can also call us on 0800 88 55 90 to book over the phone. We are available 24 hours a day to assist you with your driving itinerary and to take care of your New Zealand car rental needs.