Tauranga Campers

Find the perfect camper and hit the road with confidence, our friendly team is ready to help.

Meet Obelix

A white camper van parked near a lake with two camping chairs and a small table in front, with a scenic view of a hill surrounded by water and a ship in the distance under a clear blue sky.

Custom built for those who value freedom, comfort, and zero stress. Certified self-contained and powered by solar, Obelix is your ticket to freedom camping in the most stunning spots.

Make / Model: Toyota Hiace High Roof

Length: 15.40 ft / 4.70 m

Height: 7.8 ft / 2.50 m

Berths: Sleeps 2

Seatbelts: 3

Fuel type: Petrol

Transmission: Automatic

Certification: Self contained for 2

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Meet Your Hosts

two smiling people going on a mid winter camping adventure in a campervan

We’re Matt & Jane, the creators behind Tauranga Campers. Our love for exploring New Zealand’s rugged coastlines and hidden alpine spots led us to custom-build Obelix, a premium, fully off-grid camper designed for ultimate freedom, comfort, and zero stress.

We spent countless hours engineering every technical detail, from the cosy queen-size bed to the solar setup, ensuring everything is completely seamless to use. We wanted to build a vehicle we love taking into the wild ourselves, packed with the premium features you actually need on the road.

When you rent with us, you're getting a personalized local experience. We’ll personally take you through a thorough walkthrough before you head out so you feel 100% confident behind the wheel. Whether you need the best mountain biking trail recommendations around Rotorua or a secret freedom camping spot by the Bay, we're here to help you map out the perfect Kiwi road trip.

CHOOSE YOUR DATES

Our Reviews

Features

Inside
Sleeping
Dining area converts to a queen-size bed with custom window covers
Cookware
Premium pots, pans, plates, cups, and glasses included
Essentials
Oil, coffee, tea, sugar, salt, and pepper provided
Fridge / Cooler
12V compressor fridge to keep your food fresh
Power
Convenient USB ports to keep your devices charged
Connectivity
Android Auto navigation and cosy LED lighting
Winter ready
Bedding
Warm, high-quality duvet included
Heating
Electric heater available on request
Outside & Safety
Camp setup
Camping table and chairs included
Safety
First aid, fire extinguisher, and smoke alarm

The important stuff

Driver Requirements
Minimum hirer age
21 years old
Licence required
Valid full licence to drive
Minimum hire
3–7 days (varies by date)
Van Usage Rules
Pick up location
Tauranga
Pets
Not allowed
Off road
Not allowed
Distance included
200 km/day — overages $0.50/km
Festivals
Contact us before taking the van to a music festival
Towing
Not allowed
Return Conditions
Fuel
Please return with a full tank of petrol
Smoking & vaping
Strictly not permitted
Cleanliness
Return clean — $100 excess cleaning fee if not

Additional information

Please allow 45–60 minutes for a thorough vehicle walkthrough when you arrive so you're 100% comfortable with Obelix's features.
Always check for a 2.5m height clearance, especially when parking under trees or entering covered carparks.
Obelix is powered by a solar system. It’s perfect for off-grid freedom, but please be mindful that heavy cloud cover can affect charging rates.
Please bring your own USB cable for device connection and charging.

How to Book

We use Camplify to manage our bookings. The platform handles payments, damage cover, 24/7 nationwide roadside assistance and communications.

  1. Check the availability

  2. Navigate to the booking page, enter your dates and “Request to book”

  3. Verify your identity and pay your booking

  4. We’ll get in touch to organize pick up and drop off

Availability

Request to book