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Christchurch to Milford Sound via Arthur’s Pass and the West Coast – New Zealand’s ultimate South Island loop. Franz Josef, Fox Glacier, Haast Pass and fiordland.

Best surf spots in New Zealand by campervan – Raglan, Piha, Kaikoura and Dunedin. Park close to the break, wake up to the sound of waves. 2026 surf travel guide.

Best mountain bike trails in New Zealand for visiting riders – Queenstown, Rotorua, Nelson and beyond. Hire bikes locally, no need to fly with your own. 2026 MTB guide.

Freedom camping in New Zealand means waking up by a glacier, a lake or an empty beach – for free. How to use a certified self-contained campervan to travel off-grid.

Christchurch to Queenstown by campervan – Arthur’s Pass, Lake Tekapo, Aoraki/Mt Cook and the Mackenzie Basin. Full route guide with stops, distances and tips.

Driving in New Zealand as a European – keep left, one-lane bridges, passing rules and road conditions explained. Everything you need to know before you hire a campervan.

The best free campsites on New Zealand’s South Island – from Arthur’s Pass to the Catlins. Certified self-contained campervans can stay for free. 2026 updated list.

Two weeks in New Zealand’s South Island by campervan – the perfect itinerary from Christchurch. Fiordland, Queenstown, the West Coast, Marlborough and more.

Freedom camping in New Zealand: rules, apps, spots and what ‘self-contained’ actually means. How to travel New Zealand cheaply and legally with a certified campervan.